Camp
Officers
Commander: Bruce Tyson
1 Lt. Commander: Danny Stanley
2 Lt. Commander: Tommy Taylor
Adjutant/ Treasurer: Dwayne Aaron
Quartermaster: Ted Dalton
Color Sergeant: Jack Gray
Chaplain: Wayne Sheppard
Information Officer: Tommy Taylor
Recruiting Officer: Jack Alexander
Drill Sergeant: Tim Lane
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Meeting Dates,Time & Location
The Fayetteville Arsenal Camp meets the first Tuesday of each month
at the Cumberland County Wildlife Club. The building is located on Mellwood
Drive, (which is located off East Mountain/Owen Drive approx. 1/2 mile
east of the Crown Complex, 1 road down from the National Guard Armory,
look for the white building with green roof at bottom of the hill on Mellwood.
Meetings begin at 7PM with a supper ($5) followed by a program and business
meeting. Visitors and guests are welcome. |
Upcoming
events:
Vidalia Onion Fund Raiser:
In
May, the Fayetteville Arsenal Camp will kickoff its annual Vidalia Onion
Fund Raiser. Members of the camp will be selling these farm fresh
Jumbo Sweet Vidalia’s during the month of May. The 10 pound bags of Sweet
Vidalias are only $10 per bag delivered to your door on or about the 10th
of May. Payment for the onions is not due until they are delivered.
Proceeds from the Onion sales are used to fund the Camp’s annual scholarship
and to build an endowment for the scholarship. If you live in the
Fayetteville area and want to order some of these delicious onions but
do not know an Arsenal Camp member, email us at Bikerreb@nc.rr.com
Vidalia Onion Recipesclick
here! YUM-YUM!
The Big Onion 2010
Adjutant Dwayne Aaron recognized the “Big Onion” salesman. Each year
the camp sells Vidalia onions for the camp’s annual fundraising event.
First place went to James Cashwell and second place to Devins “Rabbit”
Harrison.
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| Fayetteville Arsenal Camp $1,000
Scholarship
The Fayetteville Arsenal Camp 168 announces the availability of a $1,000
scholarship to qualified Cumberland County high school seniors. To
be eligible scholarship applicants must meet the following criteria:
• Must be a high school senior and a resident of Cumberland
County.
• Must be a student in “good standing” and eligible
for graduation.
• Must be a direct descendent of a Confederate Army,
Navy or Marine veteran.
• Must use the scholarship for post-secondary education
at an accredited North Carolina school, college or university.
• Must submit a complete application to the Fayetteville
Arsenal Camp, Scholarship Committee Chairman not later than April 25, 2011.
• Must be available to participate in a special
awards ceremony May 10, 2011 as part of the Confederate Memorial Day activities.
All applicants will be required to write a personal essay entitled,
“What My Confederate Heritage Means to Me.” The essay should be type
written and no less than 500 words nor more than 1,000 words. Applicants
should take to write a focused, well reasoned, grammatically correct and
concise essay. Each applicant will certify by his or her signature
that the essay is their own work. Any ideas or quotations not their
own will be properly acknowledged. While other factors such as scholastic
record, extracurricular activities, financial need and character recommendations
may be considered, the quality of the essay will be the principal factor
in selecting the winner. See your high school guidance counselor
for an application or print one out by clicking HERE.
Cody Ake, a senior from Cape Fear Senior High School was the winner
of the camp’s $1,000 scholarship for 2010. Cody is the twelfth Cumberland
County senior to receive the scholarship that was presented during the
Confederate Memorial Service of 2010. Cody will continue his education
at the Agricultural Institute at N.C. State University in the Fall. You
can read Mr. Ake’s winning essay by clicking HERE.
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Fayetteville Arsenal Camp 168, Adjutant, Dwayne Aaron presents a
$1,000 scholarship to Cape Fear Senior High School Senior Cody Ake. |
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Confederate Memorial Day Wreath 2011
No complaints about the weather on the Sunday
morning of May 8, 2011, a wreath was laid at the foot of the Confederate
Monument in Fayetteville, NC. This monument is in honor of the Confederate
dead from Cumberland County. A small band of Confederates assembled to
enjoy a meaningful service of remembrance. Along with the Wreath, a prayer,
a message, and a song were sung. All departed with the warm feeling that
our ancestors were remembered.
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Recent
Camp Activities:
Fayetteville’s Memorial Day Celebration 2011
The Arsenal Camp participated in the 11th Annual Glory Days Downtown
Memorial Day Celebration on May 30, 2011. The Camp displayed many items
of a Confederate Soldier along with a recruitment table. The weather was
sunny and hot! We had a great spot once again. Many visitors came by our
table to see what we were all about. Thanks to Ted Dalton and John Panky
for the work that they do.
(L-R) Ted Dalton and John Panky
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Private Britt Re-interment
On May 8, 2010, members of the Fayetteville Arsenal Camp No. 168 provided
the Color Guard for the Robeson Rifle Guard Camp No. 216 at their Confederate
Memorial Day celebration at the Robeson County Courthouse. After the ceremony,
the earthly remains of Private Calvin C. Britt, Co. E, 51st North Carolina
Infantry, was taken by horse and wagon to Norment Cemetery, Lumberton,
North Carolina for re-interment. Private Britt was killed in action May
14, 1864 during the battle of Drewery’s Bluff in Virginia. The Arsenal
Color Guard also participated in the re-interment ceremony at the gravesite.
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2011 DISTINGUISHED CAMP AWARD
Camp quartermaster, Ted Dalton is a man of records once again. He records
all activities of the camp throughout each year and the results of his
actions are evident each January, when Ted presents his year in review.
Most of you
already know about Ted’s record keeping is the fact that he compiles all
activity and enters our camp in the North Carolina Division’s distinguished
camp competition. Because of his careful attention to detail, the Arsenal
Camp received the Lt. Colonel Tazwell Lee Hargrove Distinguished
Camp Award for the 2nd consecutive year in a row at the division’s convention
in Valdese, NC on April 30, 2011. This designation is a great honor for
the Camp and should cause each member to renew his commitment to honor
his Confederate ancestor’s service to the Confederacy by renewed service
to the camp. Every member who helped in camp activities had a hand in winning
this award, so let’s all band together to make this year as successful
as last. Be sure to see Ted at our next meeting and thank him while looking
over the plaque. |
Christmas Party 2010
On December 4, 2010, The Fayetteville Arsenal Camp #168 held their
Annual Christmas Party at the Wildlife Club. The menu consisted of
a“Pig Pickin” and all the trimmings. Chaplain Wayne Sheppard read the story
of the “Birth of Christ”. The singing of Christmas carols was also part
of the program as were door prizes. Thanks, to all the folks who helped
prepare the place and the feast. The pig was cooked to perfection, as were
all of the other goodies.
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White Lake Water Festival 2011
On May 21, 2011, members of the Fayetteville Arsenal Camp #168 participated
in the Annual White Lake Water Festival parade. Color Guard and Honor Guard
marched two miles, followed by the Arsenal Camp Float. Other members provided
a Mustang convertible for festival queen. Camp members participate in this
event every year.
Picture – Members of the Fayetteville Arsenal Camp, wives, and children
13th Annual Lee/Jackson Ball 2011:
On January the 30th The Arsenal Camp held its Annual Lee and Jackson
Ball. The Lee/Jackson Ball is looked forward to every year, and all involved
have a wonderful time. The Ball always has the best music, the best food,
the best dancing, and the best fellowship. The location once again was
the Hope Mills Shrine Club, and their members preparing of the food. Music
was provided by the 11th NC Regimental Confederate Band. Gwen Price was
on hand to lead in the period-type dancing. Member Danny Stanley also provided
his signature punch. Thanks to all that helped before, during, and after
the Ball.
11th NC Regiment Confederate Band
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Ammon’s Blueberry Festival and Parade 2011
The Arsenal
Camp participated in the 16th annual Ammon’s Blueberry Festival and Parade
on June 11, 2011. Weather was sunny and hot, and those that participated
survived. The parade float had a shelter installed this year for added
protection from the elements. The Ammons Parade is the shortest parade
we have on our schedule, but just as important. The Arsenal Camp
enjoys being a part of it, and we are always received well with many hellos
and cheers. Thanks to all who participated. |
Reinterment of Private Edward Cashwell 2010
On November 13, 2010, The Fayetteville Arsenal Camp #168 honored Confederate
Veteran Private Edward Cashwell in a grave marker dedication and reinterment.
Private Cashwell was a member of Co. C, 2nd Artillery, 36th Regiment, North
Carolina Troops. His earthly remains were brought back home to be buried
next to his beloved wife. He died of disease on May 13, 1863 in the hospital
near Fort Fisher. Guest speakers were Camp Commander, Bruce Tyson; NC Division
Commander, Tom Smith; NC Division Chaplain, Rev. Herman White; Southern
Brigade Commander, Tommy Taylor; UDC President, Teresa Hill; Genealogist,
Dorothy Capen; and Great Great Grandson
Jim Cashwell. Chaplain White delivered the eulogy.
We would also like to thank the following: Reinterment Committee: Commander
Bruce
Tyson, Jim Cashwell, Danny Stanley, Ted Dalton, Ricky Pate, Jack Gray,
J.C. Pankey,
Paul and Frances Monroe, Tim and Larue Lane, Dorothy “Ruby” Capen,
Hugh McKeithan, Dr. Robert Downing. Honor Guard members: Cody Ake, Charles
Waddell. Refreshments: Marie Taylor, Donna Pate. UDC ladies, Harrington
Light Artillery, “Chopper” and all the re-enactors, FILI members, Jere
Lee McClendon from Hoke-McLauchlin Camp #1947, members of the Fayetteville
Arsenal Camp #168, Kure Beach Historian Jerry Dennis, San Isidro Catholic
Church, Bagpiper Doug Euwell, Jernigan Warren Funeral Home, Cumberland
County Sherriff’s Department, Fayetteville Observer staff writer Drew Brooks
and photographer Evan Witek, Floral Arts, International Minute Press, WRAL
TV Channel 5. NOTE: If I failed to mention anyone, thank you too!
External links of the reinterment can be viewed at: http://www.wral.com/news/local/video/8623780/#/vid8623780
http://fayobserver.com/articles/2010/11/14/1047803?sac=Home |
Scottish Heritage Observance and Devine Worship
2011
Sunday, October 23, 2011 marked the 20th renewal of the worship service
at the historic Longstreet Presbyterian Church on the Fort Bragg Military
Reservation. This annual
service is organized and hosted by the Fayetteville Independent Light
Infantry. The service opened with F.I.L.I. Commander Major Bruce Daws welcoming
everyone with a short historical note then turning the service over to
F.I.L.I. Chaplain Doug Stephens III. Chaplain Stephens’ sermon revolved
around the disciple Thomas and his doubtfulness. It could also be preached
at an Easter service. After the service, everyone gathered in the church
yard for breakfast and pictures before meeting in the cemetery for a toast
to our Confederate dead buried there and the singing of Dixie. Camp members
attending were Bruce Daws, Tommy Taylor, Ted Dalton, Jack
Gray, Danny Stanley, John Pankey, Waverley McLeod, Doug Stephens III,
Douglas Stephens
IV, DeLance Stephens, Darren Stephensand Commander Tyson.The weather
was great, the service was uplifting and the fellowship was warm.
Camp Members on the steps of Longstreet Church
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Corporate Sponsor Award
Commander Bruce Tyson presented camp member Damien Herrera with the
Corporate Sponsor Award from the Sons of Confederate Veterans. The award
was presented to Pine Valley Mortgage for its generous financial support
and bestowed the title of “Honorary Member of the Confederate General Staff”.
Pictured: (L. to R.) Damien Herrera, Commander Bruce Tyson.
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Gen. Joseph E. Johnston Statue Dedication
2010
On March the 20th 2010 the General Joseph E. Johnston was unveiled
at the Bentonville Battleground in NC. The Fayetteville Arsenal Camp’s
Rifle Squad and the Color Guard were asked to participate in the dedication.
There were hundreds of citizens on hand that showed their love for the
cause of the Confederacy. The Gen. Johnston Statue is the first in NC of
a Confederate General. The Rifle Squad and the Color Guard did a great
job in heeding the call of duty for such a great event. Special thanks
to all who participated in the dedication.
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The Southern Creed
“If I ever disown, repudiate, or apologize for the cause for which
Lee fought and Jackson died, Let the lightnings of Heaven rend me, and
the scorn of all good men and true women be my portion. Sun, Moon, Stars,
all fall on me when I cease to love the Confederacy. Tis the Cause, not
the fate of the Cause, that is glorious!”
Major R. E. Wilson
1st North Carolina
Battalion of Sharpshooters
Robert E. Lee Birthday Celebration 2011
On January 16th 2011, The 22nd Annual Robert E. Lee Birthday Celebration
was once again held at the NC State Capitol. The keynote speaker was Commander-in-Chief
R. Michael Givens. The keynote address was “Robert E. Lee: Master of War,
Servant of the Lord”. The Camp members that made the road trip were Ted
Dalton, Tommy Taylor, JC Panky, Danny Stanley, and Jack Gray.
(L-R)Tommy Taylor, John Pankey, Ted Dalton, CiC Michael Givens,
Danny Stanley, Jack Gray, N.C. Cdr. Tom Smith
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Carolina Campaign Reenactment 2011
On March 12-13, 2011, members of the Fayetteville Arsenal Camp #168
and the Robeson Rifle Guard Camp # 216 co-sponsored the “Carolina Campaign”
reenactment. The event took place in St. Pauls, NC; and over 800 re-enactors
participated in the event. The event included battles on Saturday and Sunday,
sutlers, vendors, dancing, and a barbeque meal for the re-enactors on Saturday
night. The Arsenal Camp served as food vendor for the event. Also the Camp
Store and recruiting booth was setup by Quartermaster Ted Dalton. The Campaign
was a great success, thanks for all who participated in the event.
Picture – Members of the Fayetteville Arsenal Camp. (L. to R.) Adjutant
Dwayne Aaron, 2nd Lt. Tommy Taylor, J.C. Pankey, Troy Chandler, Commander
Bruce Tyson, 1st Lt. Danny Stanley, John Chandler, Quartermaster Ted Dalton. |
Confederate Veterans Graves 2011
On May 6, 2011, members of the Fayetteville Arsenal Camp #168 placed
Confederate flags on the graves of Confederate veterans throughout Cumberland
County. Over 300 flags are placed on the graves prior to Confederate Memorial
Day.
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Saber Presentation
On May 3, 2011, 1st Lt. Danny Stanley presented a saber to Adjutant
Dwayne Aaron to be worn in the next Veteran’s Day Parade held annually
in Fayetteville, NC.
(L-R) Dwayne Aaron and Danny Stanley
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North Carolina’s Ordinance of Secession
On May 20, 2011, members of the Fayetteville Arsenal Camp #168 celebrated
North Carolinas Ordinance of Secession. The sesquicentennial event was
held at the Fayetteville Independent Light Infantry Museum in historic
downtown Fayetteville, NC. Mr. Bernard Thuersam, Director, Cape Fear Historical
Institute, gave a brief overview of North Carolinas decision to secede
from the Union. Fayetteville Arsenal Camp 168 Commander, Bruce Tyson, read
the Secession Ordinance. Commander Tyson portrayed Mayor Archibald MacLaine
of Fayetteville in 1861. The reading of the Secession Ordinance brought
many cheers and applause. The event was attended by members of the Fayetteville
Arsenal Camp 168, Cumberland Plough Boys 2187, Black River Tigers Camp
2152, North Carolina Division Chaplain Herman White, North Carolina Division
Adjutant Dough Nash, re-enactors, wives, children, and guests. Attendance
was estimated to be around 90.
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Confederate Memorial Day 2011
On May 10, 2011, the Fayetteville Arsenal Camp 168 of the Sons of the
Confederate Veterans, (SCV), the J.E.B. Stuart Chapter of the United Daughters
of the Confederacy, (UDC), the Fayetteville Independent Light Infantry,
(F.I.L.I.) along with guest and visitors, celebrated the Confederate Memorial
Day at the Cross Creek Cemetery. Call to order was by Major Bruce Daws,
Commander of the F.I.L.I. The Presentation of Colors was by the F.I.L.I.
Color Guard. Invocation was by Wayne Sheppard, Chaplain for the Arsenal
Camp. Teresa Hill, President of the J.E.B. Stuart Chapter 483 of the UDC,
welcomed everyone. Bruce Tyson, Commander of the Arsenal Camp, greeted
everyone. Guest speaker was Bernhard Thuersam from the Cape Fear Historical
Institute. Amazing Grace was sung by Peter McArthur, from the F.I.L.I.
Pamela Britt and Charlene Ake laid wreaths from the J.E.B. Stuart Chapter
of the UDC. The Children of the Confederacy laid wreaths also and that
was done by Randy and Ryan Duffey. The Arsenal Camp’s Honor Guard fired
the military salute. Paul and Francis Monroe led all in the singing of
“Dixie”. Paul and Francis then sang the “Yellow Rose of Texas”. Closing
remarks were giving by Teresa Hill. Benediction was by Betty Frease, Chaplain
of the J.E.B. Stewart Chapter of the UDC. Taps was then played by John
Taylor Brantley. The F.I.L.I. Color Guard retired the Colors. Afterward,
everyone was invited to the F.I.L.I. Headquarters and Museum for food and
refreshments. Meal was provided by the Fayetteville Arsenal Camp SCV. The
deserts and refreshments were provided by the ladies of the J.E.B. Stuart
Chapter of the UDC.
Members of the Fayetteville Arsenal Camp 168 (photo by Lisa Duffey
Photography)
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Sergeant Samuel Gerrald and Private Gilbert
G. Ray
Submitted by Tommy Taylor Camp Information Officer:
On Sunday, August 7, 2011 the “Four Horseman of The Confederacy and
Commander”
honored two Confederate soldiers by placing grave markers in their
memory. The two Confederate soldiers were Sergeant Samuel Gerrald, Co.
K, 26th South Carolina Infantry and Private Gilbert G. Ray, Co. B, 2nd
Battalion, Local Defense Troops. Sergeant Gerrald is buried in Big Rockfish
Presbyterian Church cemetery near Hope Mills, NC. Private Ray is buried
at Parker United Methodist Church cemetery located in Hoke County, NC.
Sergeant Samuel Gerrald was born circa 1834 in Horry County, South Carolina
and died 1863 in Cumberland County, North Carolina. Sergeant Gerrald enlisted
in Horry County, SC in 1862. He was the son of Henry Gerrald and Patience
Floyd. Private Gilbert G. Ray was born November 1,
1845 in Western Cumberland County, NC and died November 25, 1921 in
Hoke County.
NC. Private Ray enlisted April 18, 1864 in Fayetteville, NC. He was
the son of John B. Ray and Elvina D. Gillis.
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Fayetteville Guided Tour 2011
On
October 24, 2011, members of the Fayetteville Arsenal Camp #168 participated
in a guided tour to the site of the “Battle of Monroe’s Crossroads”. Members
visited the Market House for a slide presentation about the Fayetteville
Arsenal, which was destroyed by Sherman’s troops in March 1865.The tour
also included visits to Longstreet Presbyterian Church, Old Bluff Presbyterian
Church and the site of the “Battle of Averasboro”. The tour was organized
by Bruce Daws, Fayetteville's historic properties manager. |
Distinguished Service Award
The
Distinguished Service Award was awarded to Mr. Ted Dalton. Ted is the Quartermaster
for the Fayetteville Arsenal Camp #168, Sons of Confederate Veterans, located
in Fayetteville, NC. This Award was given by the National Headquarters,
Sons of Confederate Veterans. Ted not only fulfills his duties as Quartermaster;
he also manages the placement of Confederate Flags on the graves of Confederate
soldiers throughout Cumberland County (approximately 300 graves) during
Confederate Memorial Day week, sets up the camp trailer for the Veterans
Day Parade and White Lake Water Festival Parade, sets up the Camp Store
at the Annual Cumberland County Fair and local reenactments. He also maintains
a recruiting booth at these activities. He maintains all records for the
Annual NC Distinguish Camp Award. When the camp is having an event or activity,
Ted is always there. |
Re-internment ceremony for Private Willis
Taylor and his brother Private John Taylor
On October 30, 2011, the Robeson Rifle Guards #216 and the Fayetteville
Arsenal Camp #168 participated in a grave marker dedication and re-internment
ceremony for Private Willis Taylor and his brother Private John Taylor.
Burial took place in Norment Cemetery, Lumberton, NC with full military
honors. Private Willis Taylor was a member of Co. E, 51st Regiment, North
Carolina Troops. Private John Taylor was a member of Co. A, 46th Regiment,
North Carolina Troops. UDC ladies from the J.E.B. Stuart Chapter 483 and
Robeson Chapter 942 also took part in the ceremony.
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