Author Archives: Stephen Clay McGehee

A Southern Gentleman is Loyal

Posted on March 19, 2012 by Stephen Clay McGehee

Webster’s 1828 dictionary defines Loyal as: Faithful to a prince or superior; true to plighted faith, duty or love; not treacherous; used of subjects to their prince, and of husband, wife and lovers; as a loyal subject; a loyal wife. … Continue reading →

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A Southern Gentleman is Trustworthy

Posted on March 17, 2012 by Stephen Clay McGehee

The first point of the Scout Law is “A Scout is Trustworthy” – an attribute that every man should strive for, and one that defines the Southern gentleman. Trustworthy doesn’t just mean that a person is trusted. It means that … Continue reading →

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A Gentleman is Prepared

Posted on March 15, 2012 by Stephen Clay McGehee

The Boy Scout Motto is “Be Prepared”- good advice for any Southern gentleman on a number of levels. Being prepared starts with mental preparation. You wouldn’t go to a job interview without learning all you can about your prospective employer. … Continue reading →

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The Scouting Pattern

Posted on March 14, 2012 by Stephen Clay McGehee

Who do we pattern our lives after? For the Southern gentleman, Robert E. Lee has been the “gold standard”. Today, we start a series of posts looking at the Boy Scout movement as a pattern for the Southern gentleman. I … Continue reading →

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We Should Have Enemies

Posted on February 25, 2012 by Stephen Clay McGehee

Some years ago, I was talking to a friend at church about a horrible accident that happened to someone we knew. I remarked, “I wouldn’t wish that on my worst enemy.” He replied, “I don’t have any enemies.” Many in … Continue reading →

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Confederate Independence Day – 150 Years of the CSA

Posted on February 22, 2012 by Stephen Clay McGehee

Today, February 22, 2012, marks 150 years since the beginning of the Confederate States of America. On February 22, 1862, Jefferson Finis Davis was inaugurated as President of the Confederate States of America, having been elected to that office on … Continue reading →

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Police and a Civilized Society

Posted on February 20, 2012 by Stephen Clay McGehee

Enforcing the rule of law is, of course, one of the main requirements of a free and civilized society. We understand that society includes those who have no respect for others or for the rule of law, and there must … Continue reading →

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Reprint Resources

Posted on February 18, 2012 by Stephen Clay McGehee

Understanding what really happened during an historical event or period of time means looking through source material written at the time by people who were there. Too often, we rely on what is taught in the public schools from books … Continue reading →

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America The Barbarous

Posted on February 14, 2012 by Stephen Clay McGehee

Vision Forum is a wonderful resource for those who are determined to raise their sons as gentlemen and their daughters as ladies (it has been on our list of recommended links since the very beginning). I am now enjoying the … Continue reading →

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Southern Manners vs. Yankee Business Etiquette

Posted on February 13, 2012 by Stephen Clay McGehee

The following was posted on Face Book by Tim Manning. Mr. Manning edits The Southern Partisan – one of the first links added here at Confederate Colonel. Be sure to take the time to browse through the rich collection of … Continue reading →

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