Courtesy of The Art of Manliness.
Overall, I think it is a fine compilation. There is, however, one glaring omission IMHO: General Robert E. Lee’s General Order No. 9 (the text of which is noted below the fold). Although I suppose one could quibble with whether this order is technically a “speech.” In any event, it is certainly worthy of a “honorable mention” here at SA. 
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Jay Wink’s “April 1865: The Month that Saved America” is nothing short of a masterpiece.* If you are even remotely interested in the history of the War for Southern Independence, you should purchase and read this book ASAP.
And yes, I realize that 4/1865 has been out for quite some time now. I have a huge backlog of books to read.
This is an old story, but I somehow missed it. Thankfully, Brit Hume mentioned it again tonight during “Special Report,” so I thought I would offer a few thoughts on the matter.
In a nutshell, I don’t get it. Why do this? Unless these gents are really daft (and I don’t think they are), they know full well that many of their fellow citizens will find this “in your face” display of the Confederate Battle flag highly offensive.
So why do it? “Why to honor our Southern heritage,” they’ll no doubt reply. But if that is indeed the purpose, then why not fly the “Stars and Bars” or the “Bonnie Blue“? Both of these flags are instantly recognizable to history buffs, and neither are likely to offend.
Look, I understand and appreciate that many Southerners deeply resent that the Confederate Battle Flag is deemed to be an inherently racist symbol by a majority of their fellow Americans. But the fact remains that a bunch of racist, evil jerks have used the Confederate Battle Flag over the years to promote their vile beliefs, and, as a result, most Americans (understandably) have a visceral reaction when they see someone flying/displaying it. So, do yourselves a favor Sons of Confederate Veterans, pick another flag to rally behind, and spend your free time doing something more productive–i.e., like promoting a more balanced presentation of “Civil War” history in public and private schools.
Just my two cents. Do with it as you will.
And all Americans ought to be thankful he did.
Indeed, it is truly amazing how many folks fail to recognize (much less appreciate) the crucial role Lee played in saving the United States.
A toast to General Lee then, one of America’s finest sons.
This book will be my next purchase from Amazon; and I suspect that many of y’all will want to get a copy of ”Christ in the Camp” as well, given that the book covers two of SA’s primary topics o’ interest (Southern History/Culture and Christianity).
Redstate’s got a little SA flavor this morning. I am thinking that it just might be the influence of its new CEO.
LvJayC
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