Sunny South Guards

Military Flag Presentation Ceremony

Information for Young Ladies

Thank you for your interest in participating in this special historical event!
All States are currently represented by young ladies.

State Representation:

In accordance with the historical account, the following States will be represented. States will be assigned in order of request. Please indicate your 1st and 2nd choice when registering. You will be provided a short 4 line poem to memorize.

South Carolina - taken
Mississippi - taken
Alabama - taken
Georgia - taken
Louisiana - taken
Texas - taken
Virginia - taken
Arkansas - taken
North Carolina - taken
Tennessee - taken

Attire Standards:

The above picture is to be used as a guideline for the young ladies representing the 11 States at the
150^th Commemoration of the Mustering in Ceremony of the
Sunny South Guards, CSA of Tampa on September 17, 2011.

Requirements:

            Dress fabric: must be white only
            Hoop: Should of moderate size for a young lady
            Shoes: Dark color slipper type – NO tennis shoes; Reeboks, flip-flops, etc.
            Petticoat: Worn under hoop next to legs is preferred (in case hoop accidentally flips up).
            Alternative would be – light colored sweat pants or jeans

Suggestions:

            Fabric type: Any plain white fabric may be used
            Buttons: Maybe pearl or covered
            Belt: Should be white with pearl or silver finished buckle
            Collar: May be white lace or plain white fabric; can be made detachable, if desired.
            Sleeve style: May be ruffled as in above photo or maybe a short puffed style.
            Hair Ornaments: Since each dress will also have a blue sash, either red or white ribbons
            or flowers would be appropriate.

Group Song:

In addition to the poem, the young ladies will combine in singing "The Bonnie Blue Flag".

Here is a link to the lyrics. Please rehearse this patriotic song on your own.
A singing rehearsal will be scheduled. It is best if you have the words memorized.

Here is a link to a U-tube video of the song from "Gods and Generals" for your use in learning the song.

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