Gen. Richard H. Anderson Camp #47, SCV
Minutes of Monthly Meeting
February 6, 2012

1900 Meeting Called To Order
Invocation delivered by Chaplin Walt Lineberger
Color Sgt Sammons led pledges
Cdr Thomas welcomed guests & Compatriot Couser read The Charge to the Camp.
New Business:

Lt Cdr Tarrance introduced the guest speaker for the evening: Ben Bunting from the HL Hunley Camp in Summerville, SC. He delivered a presentation on the theme of the "Citizen Soldier" and its meaning in the Southern Culture. He tied together the theme of the common Confederate soldier and his desire to be a citizen of a "new country" - the same as those who fought in the American Revolution.

Commander Thomas awarded Compatriot Wayne Couser a "Certificate of Appreciation" for his efforts during the Beaufort Tri centennial parade.   A War Service Medal was presented to Compatriot Thomas Long for his service in the Vietnam Conflict.

Past Commander Paul Griffin was awarded his "Past Commander" medal for his service to the Camp.V

Commander Thomas spoke to the Camp re "National Recruitment Month" throughout the SCV & stressed the importance to enlist new members.    He also made announcements re the "Sam Davis Youth Camp" which would be held this year 6/17 - 6/23.

Announcements were also made re the Ridgeland Camp hosting a web site www.battleofhoneyhill.org & encouraged all to check & further, reminded the Camp of the need for greater participation from the members.
Commander Thomas also announced the auction of the silver Sesquicentennial Coin - the coin has a value of $150.00

The Camp was also asked to consider the possibility of hosting another SC Division Reunion in the future - Commander Thomas asked for input from the Camp.

Compatriot Alan Linskey spoke to the Camp, & asked to have speaker HK Edgerton considered as a guest speaker at some future date. Several Camp members voiced their opinions on the subject & the matter was referred to the Executive Committee for consideration.

Treasurer Report delivered by Adjutant McElveen.
"Forward The Colors" was presented to Compatriot Paul Steele .
Door Prize was awarded to BIll Ten Eyke
Benediction delivered by Commander Thomas.
Dixie was sang.
Meeting Adjourned at approx 2040.
Approx number in attendance: 35
Minutes Recorded by Camp Adjutant Claude McElveen

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