3rd TEXAS Companies...

"The Lone Star Defenders"

Our purpose is to provide the public and each other with the highest level of living history. Our dedication to this commitment will be accomplished through: Trust, Respect and a Winning attitude.

We will:
Strive to be known as the #1 cavalry regiment in reenacting

Exceed to become the best as comrades, soldiers, cavalrymen and reenactors in our impressions and personas.

Respect everyone as a unique individual of all ranks and branches both Union and Confederate, all other eras of reenacting and modern day military.

Volunteer to take the extra step to be prepared and to make a difference.

Innovate and develop new and creative ways to deliver the best possible living history.

Celebrate the diversity and depth of our talents and abilities to create a culture that encourages creativity and initiative.

Excel in every aspect of reenacting to make a positive impact on the lives of all our fellow reenactors.

WE UNITE TO DELIVER UNSURPASSED QUALITY, SERVICE AND EXCELLENCE FOR THE ENJOYMENT OF ALL !!!

3rd TEXAS CAVALRY Co.C

If I am Red from the blood stained soil of our Southern land
I have White Stars, which guide our Boys through the night
I am Blue, giving tranquility to those who are frightened
I stand guard over the souls of those brave men and boys who have
fallen under me
Look up and see me
I stand for Honor
I am confident
I am distinguished
I am proud
I bow to no one, but only to God

I have been carried into many a firefight
I am still fighting today
I have flown from Bull Run to Gettysburg, Shiloh to Appomattox
I was there
I led my troops
I was dirty, battle-worn, shot full of holes and tired, but my
Soldiers cheered me, died to hold me upright and proud
And I was proud

I have been burned, torn down from state buildings in my
homeland, and hidden away by those who do not understand me
It does not hurt, for I am strong
I have been soiled upon
Accused of being racist, a war monger, a symbol of slavery and
white supremacy and much more
This hurts me
Let it be known to all that, never has a slave been brought to this
American soil by me.
But I shall overcome for I am strong

I have borne silent witness to all our finest hours, our victories and
our defeats.
But my finest hours are yet to come
When I am flown from tops of buildings, marching in a parade
held in the hand of a child who will look upon me with
understanding not hate

For now I will fly in the sunshine of Honor for those who
understand me and will proudly take my place upon the graves of
those who died for what they believed.
Now I am really proud.
You ask who are you?
I answer you

I AM THE CONFEDERATE BATTLE FLAG
LONG MAY I WAVE

3rd TEXAS CAVALRY DIS-MOUNTED Co.A