Confederate History Month
Governor Bob McDonnell proudly has declared that April is Confederate History Month. We Virginians are glad! Virginia played a most significant role in the War-Between-The-States. On April 17th, 1861, Virginia seceded from the Union, and not long after, Richmond became the new Confederate Capital. Because of Virginia's more central location, it was a pivotal point in the War. More than 90% of the War for Southern Independence was fought right on Virginia soil. There are countless battlefields in the commonwealth- many steeped in historical moments on both sides. While some ignorant people may argue this move celebrates enslavement, the proud lads in grey were fighting for the sovereignty of their home state, and for truth and freedom and independence! In their eyes, they were fighting the Second American Revolution. As Jefferson Davis himself said: "We fight not for slavery , but for Independence!" How proud we should be as Virginians , that Virginia played such a monume...