Tag Archives: chivalry

The Proper Use of Authority

Posted on October 12, 2013 by Stephen Clay McGehee

Southern gentlemen are frequently found in positions of authority – and for good reason. The traits and character that makes one a Southern gentleman are the same traits and character that indicates that one has what it takes to handle … Continue reading →

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Manhood – A Hazardous Journeys video

Posted on April 17, 2013 by Stephen Clay McGehee

Vision Forum Ministries has long been a favorite resource for building a Godly family and raising young men and young ladies into mature, Godly adults. The Hazardous Journeys Society is a part of Vision Forum. Our society has embraced the … Continue reading →

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Lessons from The Titanic

Posted on April 12, 2013 by Stephen Clay McGehee

Following is an email that I received from Vision Forum – an organization that I have the highest respect for. It wasn’t until their coverage of the moral aspects of the sinking of the Titanic that I fully understood the … Continue reading →

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Mercy and Chivalry

Posted on December 18, 2012 by Stephen Clay McGehee

Mercy is one of the great hallmarks of chivalry. Mercy toward one’s enemy is the hardest mercy of all, which is probably why Jesus instructs us to love our enemies. The following is taken from the Men Who Lead blog … Continue reading →

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New York City Manners – 1940’s

Posted on October 28, 2012 by Stephen Clay McGehee

When asked the question, “What’s wrong with this picture?” any Southern gentleman would immediately know the answer. In truth, I suspect even the men sitting down while the woman is standing also know the answer. Judging by the look on … Continue reading →

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Lessons in Leadership – Risk

Posted on May 21, 2012 by Stephen Clay McGehee

Vision Forum has long been one of our favorite sources of inspiration. We have purchased several items from their catalog, and it was one of the first links included on Confederate Colonel, even before it switched to a blog format. … Continue reading →

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A Southern Gentleman is Obedient

Posted on April 18, 2012 by Stephen Clay McGehee

Part 7 of our series on the Southern Gentleman and the Boy Scout movement. Obedience is the seventh point of the Boy Scout Law. Obedience is a tough one for many of us. The main reason we have trouble with … Continue reading →

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A Southern Gentleman is Friendly, Courteous, and Kind

Posted on April 13, 2012 by Stephen Clay McGehee

Part 6 of our series on the Southern Gentleman and the Boy Scout movement. These are points 4, 5, and 6 of the Boy Scout Law. Friendly – Having the temper and disposition of a friend; kind; favorable; disposed to … Continue reading →

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A Southern Gentleman is Helpful

Posted on March 21, 2012 by Stephen Clay McGehee

“Helpful” tends to conjure up cartoon images of a Boy Scout helping a fragile old lady across the street. There are those – especially those who identify with the urban culture – who would mock and scorn those who still … Continue reading →

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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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