Ladies and Gentlemen of Longstreet's Corps;
I have been negligent in keeping up frequent postings and for the Corps commander, this is not acceptable. In the coming year I will endeavor to be more persistent in such postings.
This next campaign season is shaping up to be a busy one. I know many of you are working diligently on local or "home" events, adding to the events of the year. As we all can become involved in the planning process, let us not become so trapped in the tasks at hand that we fail to enjoy the camaraderie of those we share these experiences with - each other and especially, families.
In this holiday season, let us be sure to reserve time from our busy schedules to enjoy and reflect on the true meaning of this time of year. Let us remember that were it not for the birth of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, we would have no hope for the future. Take time to thank Him for His gift to us on this Christmas Day.
On behalf of the Staff of Longstreet's Corps, we wish each and every one of you the Merriest of Christmases and may the year 2012 bring many special and joyous things your way! Until we meet again, I remain,
Your Most Humble Servant,
Maj. Gen'l. D. H. Cornett
Longstreet's Corps
Thursday, December 22, 2011
Sunday, May 29, 2011
This Memorial Day
Ladies and Gentlemen of Longstreet's Corps;
May this missive find you all in good health and good spirits! I would like to take this opportunity again to personally thank the 9th Virginia, the 24th Virginia New River Rifles, and the 44th Virginia for making the Spotsylvania event a success. Without there assistance and sacrifice, the event would not have been a good showing.
Thoughts on sacrifice is what I would like to share in this missive. As we enter this Memorial holiday weekend, let us take time to reflect and remember every one in our Nation's history who gave of themselves to put on a military uniform - be it from the Continental Army of the Revolution through the young men and women who are now serving our country, where ever they may be serving.
Without their sacrifice and call to duty, the freedoms we enjoy today would not be possible. Many within Longstreet's Corps have answered the call and served - or are currently serving in our Armed Forces. The next time you take the field, take a moment to thank them for their sacrifices.
As we Honor our service men and women this holiday weekend, let us also renew our dedication to Honoring our ancestors who wore the blue and the gray. We all get caught up in the fast pace of life and our re-enactment events are no different. We hurry to arrive at the event, hurry to get camps set, and hurry through our busy weekends. Let us all challenge ourselves to truly show to the public and the spectators at our events the sacrifices our ancestors made by answering the call to defend their country.
As we have begun the 150th Anniversary events of the American Civil War, the eyes of the world will be on us! For many, this will be the last hoorah. This may very well be our one chance to educate the world on the sacrifices made many years ago that still have a bearing on our very being today. Let us make the most of it by giving nothing less than our best efforts! Until we meet again, I remain,
Your Most Humble Servant,
Maj. Gen'l. D. H. Cornett
Longstreet's Corps
May this missive find you all in good health and good spirits! I would like to take this opportunity again to personally thank the 9th Virginia, the 24th Virginia New River Rifles, and the 44th Virginia for making the Spotsylvania event a success. Without there assistance and sacrifice, the event would not have been a good showing.
Thoughts on sacrifice is what I would like to share in this missive. As we enter this Memorial holiday weekend, let us take time to reflect and remember every one in our Nation's history who gave of themselves to put on a military uniform - be it from the Continental Army of the Revolution through the young men and women who are now serving our country, where ever they may be serving.
Without their sacrifice and call to duty, the freedoms we enjoy today would not be possible. Many within Longstreet's Corps have answered the call and served - or are currently serving in our Armed Forces. The next time you take the field, take a moment to thank them for their sacrifices.
As we Honor our service men and women this holiday weekend, let us also renew our dedication to Honoring our ancestors who wore the blue and the gray. We all get caught up in the fast pace of life and our re-enactment events are no different. We hurry to arrive at the event, hurry to get camps set, and hurry through our busy weekends. Let us all challenge ourselves to truly show to the public and the spectators at our events the sacrifices our ancestors made by answering the call to defend their country.
As we have begun the 150th Anniversary events of the American Civil War, the eyes of the world will be on us! For many, this will be the last hoorah. This may very well be our one chance to educate the world on the sacrifices made many years ago that still have a bearing on our very being today. Let us make the most of it by giving nothing less than our best efforts! Until we meet again, I remain,
Your Most Humble Servant,
Maj. Gen'l. D. H. Cornett
Longstreet's Corps
Friday, March 18, 2011
The "Off Season"
Ladies and Gentlemen of the Corps;
I had not realized that it had been so long since my last communique`. I will endeavor to post a comment on a monthly basis.
Although we are currently in our "off season", the Corps Staff has been very busy working on a variety of issues on behalf of the Corps. Since the Corps meeting, the Staff (along with the artillery Staff) has been working with other organizations within the Blue-Gray Alliance to come to an acceptable compromise concerning a safety regulation known as "the three-minute rule". I am confident that a compromise has been achieved. I would like to extend a great deal of gratitude to all who worked diligently to achieve a workable agreement for the benefit of not only the Blue-Gray Alliance, but for the re-enacting community as a whole.
The Staff has been working diligently with Tim Greene and the Endview Plantation Staff in preparation for our event there in a few short weeks. As you know, we will be presenting the 150th Anniversary of the Battle of Big Bethel. Additional earthworks and redoubts have already been constructed in preparation for the event. Tony Daniels is scheduled to be the Federal commander with support from the USV and other Federal units. There is still time to register.
The cavalry Staff has been working within the cavalry community in support of General Ken Wilts as he organizes a new cavalry organization. Brigadier General Sheppard and his Staff have been working within the cavalry community to establish a working relationship with other organizations as we enter the 150th Anniversary events.
I want to thank each and every one who took the opportunity to answer the call concerning the April events in Gettysburg. The Staff received responses from a great number of units and with your cooperation were able to provide a report to the Gettysburg Anniversary Committee.
Work continues in preparation for the Spotsylvania event in May. We will soon have a walk-thru scheduled with the Federal command to fine-tune the scenarios and camping grounds. Again Tony Daniels and his Staff will command the Union side. There will be trenches, fortifications, and artillery lunettes constructed here as well. Saturday's battle will feature a Wilderness type tactical engagement in a wooded area.
You can help with the preparation of events by registering as soon as possible. The Staff depends on your commitments to prepare for sufficient camping grounds as well as the formation of battalions and the selection of battalion commanders in sufficient time for the commanders to organize their respective Staffs.
The Insurance Committee has been hard at work in searching for the best possible coverage for the best possible price to satisfy the needs of the Corps. A special called Corps Meeting will be convened at Spotsylvania to discuss the findings.
These are but just some of the things that are being worked on at this time. There are other irons in the fire as well. There is the organizational planning under way on Gettysburg, Manassas, and Cedar Creek. There is also on-going communication with our Western comrades in the planning of the 150th Anniversary battles of the Western Theater.
As you can see, the Staff has been extremely busy during the "off season". I would like to take this opportunity to personally thank the Corps Staff, Brigadier General McCann and his Staff, and Brigadier General Sheppard and his Staff for their diligent work in making Longstreet's Corps the best!
As you take the field this season, take a moment to extend a well deserved "thanks" to the members of the Corps Staff, the Artillery Staff, and the Cavalry Staff for their "off season" work that makes your campaign season possible. I look forward to seeing you in the field at Endview and until then, I remain
Your Most Humble Servant,
Maj. Gen'l. D. H. Cornett
Longstreet's Corps
I had not realized that it had been so long since my last communique`. I will endeavor to post a comment on a monthly basis.
Although we are currently in our "off season", the Corps Staff has been very busy working on a variety of issues on behalf of the Corps. Since the Corps meeting, the Staff (along with the artillery Staff) has been working with other organizations within the Blue-Gray Alliance to come to an acceptable compromise concerning a safety regulation known as "the three-minute rule". I am confident that a compromise has been achieved. I would like to extend a great deal of gratitude to all who worked diligently to achieve a workable agreement for the benefit of not only the Blue-Gray Alliance, but for the re-enacting community as a whole.
The Staff has been working diligently with Tim Greene and the Endview Plantation Staff in preparation for our event there in a few short weeks. As you know, we will be presenting the 150th Anniversary of the Battle of Big Bethel. Additional earthworks and redoubts have already been constructed in preparation for the event. Tony Daniels is scheduled to be the Federal commander with support from the USV and other Federal units. There is still time to register.
The cavalry Staff has been working within the cavalry community in support of General Ken Wilts as he organizes a new cavalry organization. Brigadier General Sheppard and his Staff have been working within the cavalry community to establish a working relationship with other organizations as we enter the 150th Anniversary events.
I want to thank each and every one who took the opportunity to answer the call concerning the April events in Gettysburg. The Staff received responses from a great number of units and with your cooperation were able to provide a report to the Gettysburg Anniversary Committee.
Work continues in preparation for the Spotsylvania event in May. We will soon have a walk-thru scheduled with the Federal command to fine-tune the scenarios and camping grounds. Again Tony Daniels and his Staff will command the Union side. There will be trenches, fortifications, and artillery lunettes constructed here as well. Saturday's battle will feature a Wilderness type tactical engagement in a wooded area.
You can help with the preparation of events by registering as soon as possible. The Staff depends on your commitments to prepare for sufficient camping grounds as well as the formation of battalions and the selection of battalion commanders in sufficient time for the commanders to organize their respective Staffs.
The Insurance Committee has been hard at work in searching for the best possible coverage for the best possible price to satisfy the needs of the Corps. A special called Corps Meeting will be convened at Spotsylvania to discuss the findings.
These are but just some of the things that are being worked on at this time. There are other irons in the fire as well. There is the organizational planning under way on Gettysburg, Manassas, and Cedar Creek. There is also on-going communication with our Western comrades in the planning of the 150th Anniversary battles of the Western Theater.
As you can see, the Staff has been extremely busy during the "off season". I would like to take this opportunity to personally thank the Corps Staff, Brigadier General McCann and his Staff, and Brigadier General Sheppard and his Staff for their diligent work in making Longstreet's Corps the best!
As you take the field this season, take a moment to extend a well deserved "thanks" to the members of the Corps Staff, the Artillery Staff, and the Cavalry Staff for their "off season" work that makes your campaign season possible. I look forward to seeing you in the field at Endview and until then, I remain
Your Most Humble Servant,
Maj. Gen'l. D. H. Cornett
Longstreet's Corps
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