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Lexington Rifles "Our Laws, The Commands of Our Captain"
Special Orders
Background
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SPECIAL
ORDER Conduct and Behavior In an effort to project the best ideals of the Southern Confederacy, a courteous and respectful demeanor by all members is expected. To this end, the display of character that may discredit and/or impugn the good image, name, and reputation of the Lexington Rifles is prohibited. Any conduct that can be considered to be unbecoming a member of polite society in the antebellum South is subject to disciplinary action. The
following conduct will not be tolerated: Assault;
Battery; Personal Threats; Theft; Use of Abusive, Profane, or Vulgar Language;
Possession of Contraband; Use of Illegal Substances; and Rowdiness or
Hooliganism, in general. In addition
to disciplinary action by the Company, violators of any criminal laws are
subject to arrest and prosecution in accordance with the statutes of state and
local jurisdictions. Children must be properly attired in period clothing. Parents or guardians are responsible for the behavior and actions of their children. .
SPECIAL
ORDER Authenticity Standards Arms, accoutrements, materials, and the construction of garments and equipment must conform to those that were common in America during the mid-19th century. Items not reflective of the time period are considered to be unacceptable anachronisms; therefore, modern hairstyles, obvious make-up, modern eyeglasses and footwear, wristwatches, and garments made with zippers and/or non-period fabrics are not allowed. The acquisition and use of items for which historical provenance has been established is preferred and encouraged. Although not required, members are encouraged to use language and behavior modifications to more accurately reflect an authentic historical portrayal. .
SPECIAL
ORDER Provisions Each military member is expected to supply provender
for, and furnish preparation of, one breakfast for the Company during the year.
It is the responsibility of the volunteer cook to ensure that
the necessary conditions and supplies exist to prepare the victuals, i.e. fire pit, firewood, fire grate, cookware, and utensils.
If the volunteer has special needs or requires assistance from
others in securing necessary equipment, he must
make the request himself to those other members who may provide it. It is
recommended, but is not required, that each member also provides a minimum
of one gallon drinking water at each event, for both personal and Company
use. .
SPECIAL
ORDER Camp Charity Camp will be named in honor
of
"Camp Charity",
which the Lexington Rifles established west of
Bloomfield, Kentucky during September 22 – 25, 1861. The camp was
so-named to recognize the charitable donations of food and equipment that was
freely given by the generous and patriotic townspeople of Bloomfield.
Whenever
possible, Camp Charity shall be situated near other cavalry camps of the Army.
Items that are not consistent with the mid-19th century period shall be
concealed from view, and the indiscrete use of electronic devices and modern
lighting is not permitted. .
SPECIAL
ORDER Schedule of Finances In managing the finances of the Company Treasury, the
Paymaster is charged with the collection of revenue and the disbursement of
funds in accordance with the approved operating budget, of which deficits and
surpluses shall be carried forward to the next budget.
A.
Revenues 1.)
Fines The amount of the fine will be 25 cents, which was the amount assessed in 1857 by John Hunt Morgan for infractions of Company regulations by both himself and other members of the Lexington Rifles. 2.)
Bounties 3.)
Ordnance
Sales 4.)
Commutation
Fees B.
Disbursements 1.)
Provender 2.)
Ordnance 3.)
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SPECIAL
ORDER Weapons Safety The
military commander shall have the responsibility and obligation to ensure that
each weapon is operationally safe and appropriate. If any equipment or
ammunition is found to be in non-compliance with these rules, the violation must
be corrected before its use.
A. Inspections B. Long
Arms C. Side
Arms D. Cartridges E. Munitions F. Edged
Weapons .
SPECIAL
ORDER Military Promotions In
order to present a more accurate representation of the proper ratio of rank and
file, the Company shall use a system of promotions based upon the number of
carbines present in formation. The system will allow all elected military
staff to slide up or down in rank to adjust their appropriate portrayals.
Brevet promotions may be made by the Company commander, being valid only
during the particular event or circumstances for which they occur. The
election of the appropriate number of officers and non-commissioned officers in
the Company will be based on the previous year’s average military attendance
at events, excluding the annual convention. RANK RATIO 4 carbines = Squad 2 Squads = Section 2 Sections = Platoon
< 5 carbines =
1 Cpl.
SPECIAL
ORDER Organizational Affiliation Commencing
in March 2007, a military alliance will be in effect between the Lexington
Rifles and units in combination that are known collectively as the Kentucky
Cavalry Brigade. This alliance is a non-membership friendship
pact that may be revoked by either party at any time without notice or cause,
and is solely for the purpose of mutual interest and cooperation between the
organizations.
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