Eligibility

    All male descendants, lineal or collateral, of those who served honorably
    in the Confederate armed forces.  Minimum age for membership is
    twelve years of age.

    Satisfactory proof of military service is required before admittance to the
    Rappahannock Old Guard #2133.  The application must be made on the official  
    application form..  Membership in the Sons of Confederate Veterans is
    membership in the General Organization of the Sons of Confederate Veterans by
    affiliation with the  Rappahannock Old Guard #213.

    Types of Membership

    Active Full Membership in a local Camp.
    Membership in the Rappahannock Old Guard includes membership
    in National organization and Virginia Division.  Includes the Confederate
    Veterans Magazine and the Old Dominion Voice.  

    Associate Membership in a local Camp.  Available for those who do not
    have the necessary  lineage to become an active full member but desire to
    honor  and support the Confederate Heritage.  Magazine subscriptions can be
    purchased at an additional fee from International and Division Headquarters.  

    Membership in Headquarters Camp, available for those who do not reside
    within a reasonable distance of an active Camp may join the Confederation and
    thereby receive the Reports of the Adjutant in Chief and other relevant
    information which would not otherwise be available.

    Life Membership in the Headquarters Camp, Upon payment of the required
    fee the member will be furnished with a proper certificate signed by the
    Commander in Chief and the Adjutant Chief.  The member is exempt from
    future payment of the Headquarters’ portion of per capita tax and dues to
    Headquarters Camp.

    Real Son Life Membership, having submitted proof of membership
    qualifications and lineage, Real Son Life Membership shall be bestowed along
    with all rights and privileges attendant within the Camp through which
    membership is held.

    Memorial Memberships for individuals who would otherwise qualify for
    membership in the Sons of Confederate Veterans but whom are deceased.

    Give the gift of Heritage.  Give a family member a membership in the
    Rappahannock Old Guard Camp #2133

    Please contact the Rappahannock Old Guard for a membership application or
    download and print an application form now.  The Adobe Acrobat Reader is
    required to view and print the application.


    The Sons of Confederate Veterans has a network of genealogists to assist you
    in tracing your ancestor's Confederate service.
Rappahannock Old Guard
Sons of Confederate Veterans
Camp # 2133
Preserving the
history and legacy
of Confederate
heroes so future
generations may
understand the
motives that
galvanized the
Southern Cause
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