Confederate "National"
Flags Old State House
http://www.oldstatehouse.org/collections/flags/confederate.asp
While searching G'burg history in prep for this years event,
I found an archive-article in Gettysburg Mag most exhonorating
the 3rd Ark as having taken the brunt of the entire battle attached
to Hood's Texas . They got pinched on 3 fronts at Little Round
Top and never broke in spite of suffering 38% casualties. They
were all dead shots according to 'blue' diaries, in spite of
having smoothebore Mississippi's. Nice to hear anything consequential
from theTrans-Miss zone.
The state that had the largest % of population participate in
the CW, and pop lost , was then i.t. which surrendered last ;
second only to VA which had a much larger pop .
The state that provided the most troops in the entire war was
MO. They furnished both sides15 div.
At the i.t. Battle of Chustenalah 500 horses,+ wagons of supplies
were captured along with160 white women 'freed' from the Kansans
& Creeks. The Reb TX cav [ the 3rd & S.Kansas] had to
dismount with other inf. to attack the steep stronghold.
* Also find the pics of the 22d, & NW 15th Ark battle flags
at above link ; you may want to work into the 1st ARKS site campfire
trivia section one day.
Thanks
Sgt,Craig Campbell
Confederate Support B'tln - i.t.
Springdale,AR
csawhol@cox.net
BATTLE OF WESTPORT
Guys we need to register those
of us that are going to West Port. We can fall in with
the MO battalion I am planning on going and if we can put together
a couple of companies we will. This will be a great event to
get last minute things for Gettysburg and if your not going to
Gettysburg you need to go this will be a big event lots of sutlers.
Here is the web site of the WestPort event take a
look and let me know how many will be interested in going.
There are 3 new roads throughout the entire back side of the
property. A couple of perfect "campaign" spots if you
wish. The plan is to send out companies in search of enemy companies
and still protect from being attacked as well.
Col Sanders
www.standofcolors.com
The Chisholm Trail
June 7th and 8th 2008 in Yukon Ok.
The Chisholm Trail Historical Preservation Society
invites you to the Chisholm Trail Roundup June 7th and 8th 2008
in Yukon Ok. This is a living history event that covers a time
line from the mountain man era, civil war era, thru to the cattle
drives of the 1880's. We will have a small skirmish both days
( or a large one, depending on how many show up) If you would
like to come out for the day or to camp and stay the weekend,
we would love to have you. If you have some sort of period demonstration
you would like to do please contact me. We will feed you Saturday
night and be assured we will have a good time!! We currently
have 3 artillery pieces and the Signal Corp. confiirmed, so you
participation would be greatly appreciated. If you would like
more information or directions please feel free to contact me!!
Sgt. Chuck Ogden
Co. A 1st Arkansas Light Artillery
cogden3@cox.net
405-740-4068
MUDTOWN DAYS
Lowell Ark.
June 27-28
The N.W. 15th Arkansas Infantry have Mudtown Days on our schedule
this year. This is new venue for us. This event is held every
year in Lowell, Arkansas and this the first year they have invited
reenactors. The dates are the evening of June 27th and all day
on June 28th. We would like to make this a yearly event for us
and would like the battalion to get involved as well. So far
we have already confirmed both a confederate and union artillary,
members of the N.W 15th, and a confederate calvary unit. We will
have living history along with a skrimish if we can get enough
people there. If anyone that is not going to Gettysburg would
like to attend all they have to do is let me know. This will
be a good recruiting opprotunity and it will be a fun event.
The city has given us enough space for camping and whatever else
we would like to do. The area of Lowell that is in the event
is being held is along Old Telegraph Road and near Cross Hollow
so there is a civil war history nearby. We are currently looking
for union infantry and calvary to attend this event also. The
town is very excited about having us there for the first time.
Also, we have been invited to particpate in the parade that is
held the morning of the 28th. Anyone interested in attending
this event my contact me by email at mparker703@cox.net or by
phone at 479-770-0206.
Sincerly,
Private Mike Parker
N.W. 15th Arkansas Infantry
Civil War Days
November 1 & 2 2008
9am 4pm daily
Historic Washington State Park
Washington Arkansas 71862
Reenactors from all over the Southwest Arkansas region will be
presenting living history demonstration throughout the weekend.
Drills, skirmishes, period music, and other Civil War related
activities fill each day. Tours of period homes and surrey rides
are available at their normal price.
Contact 870-983-2684 or visit our website at historicwashingtonstatepark.com
Contact Billy Nations if you would like to participate as a reenactor.
870-983-2860
Yale, OK
24th February, 2008
Rob Sanders
Colonel Commanding
1st Arkansas Battalion
In the early morning hours of the 24th instant, the Battalion
reorganized into three line companies with Captain Sam Jerome
commanding First Company, Captain Richard Fletcher commanding
Second Company, and the undersigned commanding Third Company.
The 26th Texas Cavalry (Dismounted) under Captain Skip Taylor
and the 1st Cherokee Rifles were attached to us. The Battalion
answered the long roll at about 1:30 PM and marched to a wooded
slope just west of a large clearing where it assumed the mission
of advance guard for the brigade. You put the 26th Texas and
1st Cherokee regiments out as pickets and skirmishers and held
the line companies in reserve behind an artillery battery.
Action commenced at 2 PM when the skirmishers encountered a sizable
force of federal infantry supported by artillery. A sharp artillery
engagement and skirmish fight ensued, and then you called us
forward. The Battalion was marching in inverted column with 3rd
Company leading. I brought 3rd Company into battle line just
behind the artillery and to their immediate left. The 26th and
1st passed between us and the artillery and you ordered us forward
against the federal infantry. 2nd and 1st Companies came on line
with us and the entire 3-company front moved against the federals
for a sharp engagement.
Several charges and counter-charges occurred then the 26th Texas
moved in on my left. The federals responded this move by splitting
their forces with about half facing me and Captain Taylor and
the other half facing 1st and 2nd Companies. You order me to
drive into the gap between the federal lines while the 26th occupied
the force on the federal right. My assault was embarrassed by
the withdrawal of the exposed federal left before we could close
with them. 3rd Company withdrew to the battalion line which withdrew
to the northwest as the 26th withdrew to the west. This move
left a sizable gap between me and the 26th which the federals
attempted to exploit with their right wing.
The federal assault exposed their left flank to me, so I went
after it and inflicted such mayhem upon them that they withdrew
to their left wing. Captain Taylor and I cooperated in an attempt
to follow our success but were embarrassed by federal artillery
fire that caused much chaos in my own ranks. Captain Taylor and
I both withdrew and you recalled me to the battalion.
At this point, 3rd Company had been whittled down to about 20%
strength and 2nd Company was in worse shape. You pulled us back
into the woods and across a picket fence from which we were prepared
to defend, but we were ordered to break contact and so left the
field to the federals.
JC Morris
Captain Commanding
Third Company, 1st Arkansas Battalion
Bridg.Gen. John Beck Passes
Away
Today February 7th, 2008
John Beck passed away due to a heart attack. Details are not
known as of yet. Beck was one of the originals in the reenacting
scene.
We will never forget his
gruff voice giving his before battle talk always saying "gentlemen
there is no finer!"
Who can forget his command...BREEEGAAAADDEE!!!
Our thoughts are with his
family. He will be missed Goodbye General
Here is a link to the obituary for John Beck in the
Wichita Eagle.
http://www.legacy.com/Kansas/DeathNotices.asp?Page=LifeStory&PersonID=102959235
To Our Lost Comrade,
John. Beck
In his own words,
"Texican,
Republican,
Historian,
Uncle Johnny,
Freemason,
Life Long Biker,
Entrepreneur,
Triumphant Duelist,
Rebel,
Roman Catholic,
Alligator Rancher,
Published Author,
Bohemian Member,
Career Educator,
Career Motorcycle Technician,
Spanky's Buddy,
World's Greatest Bullshitter,
Rodeo Clown,
Ugly Old Geezer,
Snake Charmer,
Crash Test Dummy,
Retired Confederate General,
All Around Good Guy"
Aint it So!
We miss you, We love you, we owe you so much.
Never will you be forgotten.
Respectfully your servant and friend,
Major Brian Albert
General Communiqué Final Dec 4, 2004
Friends and comrades of the Civil War reenacting community:
It has been my privilege and pleasure to participate in this
great endeavor we call a "hobby for over twenty-five years.
Together, gentlemen, we have not only re-created historical events,
but we have made history ourselves. The events of these years
have been often epic in their scope, sometimes difficult in their
execution, but always memorable.
When I first began in this hobby (by the way, as a private
in a federal company), I never dreamed that some day I would
be allowed to portray a general. It is truly a humbling notion
that men might allow me to lead them when they are under no obligation
to do so. None of us "deserves that it is an honor bestowed
upon us by the newest private in the ranks. For all of this,
I am truly grateful.
Two years ago, as I underwent heart bypass surgery, it was
the prayers and the letters of encouragement from many of you
that truly made the difference. For this, too, I am very grateful.
At Prairie Grove, Arkansas, it was my privilege to command
the confederate troops at that event. Prairie Grove has been
the place where many important events have taken place. The Fourth
(Extra) Battalion was officially formed and took the field for
the first time there. The Trans Mississippi Brigade first unfurled
its flag there. So, it was fitting that, at Prairie Grove, I
announced my retirement from the reenacting hobby and from command
of the Trans Mississippi Brigade.
This decision has been difficult in the extreme for me to
make. The hobby has been such an important part of my life for
so long. However, health issues have arisen for me that have
made it impossible for me to continue to engage in such a physically
demanding activity. So, the time has come for me to bid the hobby
a fond farewell.
I do this with a mixture of sadness and joy. I am saddened
to know that there are many of you whom I may never see again.
But, I am joyful to know that God now has other things for me
to do. Together, we have accomplished so much. I leave you with
the challenge to continue this great hobby and build on the foundation
that has been laid by so many who have gone before.
Thank you all and farewell.
I remain your most humble and obedient servant,
Brig. Gen. J. Beck Trans Mississippi Brigade
L.A. MIEARS
2ND SGT. 3RD ARK CO. E
3RD ARK/1ST ARK DIARY OF
ALONZO MIEARES
This diary is a very interesting bit of history. Several
years ago then Cpt Stev Alcorn of the 22nd ARK, came into possession
of a bad photocopy of this soldiers diary. He got it from one
of Mieares descendants who had "hand copied" it from
the crumbling original. I typed it into the website over a period
of weeks. However only about half of the diary is typed in yet.
It is very interesting. I was prowling around in some of my old
web pages and found that this still works...so I thought you
might enjoy a good read. Preston
GO
HERE TO READ
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Gettysburg registration will
remain open until the end of April so let everyone know who
thinks they may want to go to send in their registration.
Rob
GETTYSBURG REGISTRATION IS EXTENDED
Gentlemen,
The event has honor the request of numerous units that have not
officially met this year, registration will be extended for a
limited time to allow those units to participate. The registration
fee beginning March 16, 2008 is $25. Lets get everyone registered
before they shut down registration, Our numbers keep rising we
have around 850 registered so far.
Your Obedient Servant
General Wm. Huckabee
THE TMB WEBSITE IS BACK ONLINE
After a long absence the Trans-Mississippi
Brigade website is functioning. As it fills back out one could
find current info from the Brigade. It has anew address
http://www.transmsbrigade.net
GETTYSBURG BUS TRIP
Click here to see the Gettysburg
flyer
I have had a lot of questions about this so I have gone to
the GETTYSBURG web site and this is what you should put on the
first or the registration:
Unit or Regiment- Huckabee's Brigade
Commander- General Willie Huckabee
Contact- Your company contact or each man's name that registers
If you have registered some other way don't panic
just let us know how you have registered and let you men know
to look for Huckabee's brigade and we will be fine.
Col Rob Sanders
Gentlemen,
I am passing on some information about Gettysburg. This is to
let you know that no one has been givin a command of a division
as of yet, this will be done at the Feb. Meeting and no one has
been assigned what units they will portray. This Brigade of ours
needs to Stand United and show up in force at Gettysburg so lets
register, there is a December 31st deadline for the $15.00
registration fee after that it goes up to $20.00 and the
more we have registered before the meeting the better we will
be.
Your Obedient Servant
General Wm.Huckabee
GETTYSBURG REGISTRATION
Register through the official site.
We are going to the 145th GETTYSBURGJuly 4,5,6 2008
http://www.gettysburgreenactment.com/
NEW
08' PRICE!
Now only $10.00 + shipping
The critically acclaimed CD from TMR
member Roger Eppshas proven to be a civil war fan favorite. This
fine CD has 12 ORIGINAL songs written by Roger. These songs are
professionally recorded and performed by Roger Epps and a full
bluegrass style group. Included is the popular original Epps
song "Battle of Cabin Creek".
Go
to the Roger Epps website to learn more or order!
Col McDowell Drill
booklet
Here is an interesting and
quite informative drill manual
click here to download
To print what I sent in book form:(pages printed on the
front and back of each sheet)........print the first 15 pages
and set your printer to landscape.....
then take the first 15 and lay them face up in your printer and
print
the second 15 and it can be then stapled together to form a book.
Col Sanders
Looking for something that WAS
here but now it' s gone? Try page 6
Galla Rock's
First Arkansas Battalion Discount Page
To receive these discounts you must be a member
of a member unit of the First Arkansas Battalion or the TMVI
Battalion. This special pricing was negotiated by Willie Huckabee,
for the men to better afford meeting the North South Alliance
Guidelines.
go
there
08 SCHEDULE
Feb. 22-24 2008 Yale OK.
Mar. 28-30 2008 Port Hudson LA (Brigade
& Battalion Max effort)
May 2-4 2008 Jefferson TX
May 16-18 2008 West Port MO (KC Area)
July 4-6 2008 GETTYSBURG PA (Brigade,
Battalion,Company,Squad,Mess,
and Man Max effort)
July 11-13 2008 Massard Prairie AR
Sep 26-28 2008 Honey Springs OK
Sep ???? 2008 Pocohontas AR (not sure on this)
Sep ????? 2008 Chickamuga GA
Dec. 5-7 2008 Prairie Grove AR (Brigade
& Battalion Max Effort)
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