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"Surrender means that the history of this heroic struggle will be written by the enemy, that our youth will be trained by Northern school teachers; learn from Northern school books THEIR version of the war; and taught to regard our gallant dead as traitors and our maimed veterans as fit subjects of derision."
Gen. Patrick Cleburne, CSA

Deo Vindice

ANNUAL MEETING

The Annual Meeting of the Liberty Greys, 6th Regiment, Army of Northern Virginia, was held at Old Sturbridge Village in Sturbridge MA, on February 8, 2009.  Colonel Jones called the meeting to order at 12:38, PM.

After the invocation,  Captain Perkins called the roll of companies and established that a quorum was present.  Our Civilian Coordinator Marie Porteus made her report. One of the many points made was to point civilians to the civilian email list, cwcivilians@yahoogroups.com.  A join box has been added at the bottom of the pages of this site, and the CivilWarEvents list as well.

Staff reports were then given.  Major Markiewicz and Major Brundige presented plans to develop SOP's for interaction among the units of their branches, and with the other branches. Captain Perkins stated the times for Morning Reports at events, and the need for timely and accurate reporting. Captain Porteus reported on the plans for the medical impression this yar, and plans to develop the cadet program. Sgt. Major Plante pointed out the need for our members to check their gear, particularly leathers, before finding they fail at the first event, and called for a greater focus on military courtesies during the time of spectator presence.  Ordnance Sgt. Patten added the need to check weapons before the start of the season, and also discussed EMT presence at our events.  Dr. Pereira presented his vision of the Chaplain's position, which can be a great addition for our battalion, both from an impression standpoint, and for the well being of all our members.

Colonel Jones made a presentation on Attendance requirements. The main point made was that units can fulfill their ANV requirement by attending the Woodbury, CT event in August.

The main focus of the meeting was establishing the 2009 Event Schedule.  The bad news that was delivered was the cancelation of the Winchendon, MA event, due to a grant that did not come through.  It is hoped that the event can come back to our schedule for 2010.

The result of the vote of units can be viewed on the Schedule page of this web site.

Colonel Jones made a report on Insurance reporting.  In this difficult time, we have done quite well. All out units should be fine with the ANV insurance, though it is more limited. 

Dr. Pereira presented on our efforts at looking for insurance to supplement the ANV coverage. The best option at this point seems to be from the Living History Association, though other options were also presented.

Discussion was held concering ideas for improving our recruitment efforts, and more discussion of authenticity efforts, first on military courtesy.  There is an excellent and well researched page on military courtesy here:

http://9thvirginia.com/et.html

ANV CONVENTION!

The Annual Convention of the 1^st Division, Army of Northern Virginia, was held on November 8, 2009, at the Fredericksburg Hospitality and Convention Center, in Fredericksburg, Virginia.

The Regiment was represented by Colonel Jones, and his wife Liz, Lt. Colonel Paul Gliniewiez, and Quartermaster Sergeant Emile Roux.

Brigadier General Jake Jennette was reelected to command of the ANV.  It is most fitting that we reelected this gallant Marine two days before the 233rd anniverary of the founding of the Corps.

The Convention decided to name three events as Max Effort events, to be attended by as many members of the ANV as possible,  The events are the 145th Spotsylvania, Isle of Wight, and the 145th Cedar Creek. 

It was also decided to name three Regional Effort events, for battalions to support in their own areas.  These events are Neshaminy, Woodbury, and Zoar.  Finally two Cavalry Effort events were named, events that feature cavalry, but which infantry unts are welcome to attend as well.  These events are Ft. Pocahontas, and Locust Grove, both in Virginia. Our units can fulfill their ANV attendance requitement at any of these events.

A change in ANV insruance reporting policies and premium structure was also announced.  More information on that will be forthcoming.

Of note, was the Door Prize awarding at the end of the meeting. One of these prizes was won by our own Emile Roux, AKA the Yeti!

It was decided to hold the Convention at the same venue next year.

November Meeting

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