150th Anniversary Events

Gentlemen of the Corps;

As we work toward Cedar Creek, planning is already underway for the 150th anniversary events, beginning with next year's 1st Manassas. Details will be coming forth soon. The Blue Gray Alliance has been working hard to ensure that the events of the 150th anniversary will be memorable. A goal of the Blue Gray Alliance is to ensure that the reenactors are treated to a worthwhile experience while educating the world on the American Civil War. For updates on what the Blue-Gray Alliance is working on, visit the website at www.150thcivilwarevents.com.

As we approach the 150th anniversary events, I would ask each unit of the Corps to show support for the Corps and the Corps Staff by attending events - particularly the events where the Corps has overall command. I know many of our Corps units host local events and I encourage you to continue to do so. After all, our goal is to educate the public on the causes and conditions of the war and the education process begins in our own communities.

But let me also challenge you that as a member of Longstreet's Corps, I feel each unit also has a responsibility and a duty to support the Corps at events. As a company commander, I always felt an obligation to support the Corps commander and the Staff at events. As we prepare for the 150th events, I would hope that I, as your Corps commander, could count on your support for these events. I remain,

Your Most Humble Servant,
Maj. Gen'l. D. H. Cornett
Longstreet's Corps