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Frequently Asked Questions
Welcome to the FAQ page of the Military Order of the Stars and Bars. Here, you’ll find answers to commonly asked questions about our organization, membership criteria, and various initiatives. Whether you’re curious about the history of our Order, our annual scholarship programs, or how to trace your lineage to Confederate officers, this page is designed to guide you through the information you seek.
Discover the significance behind our efforts to preserve Southern heritage and the values that drove the Confederate Cause. Learn about the criteria for membership, including both lineal and collateral relationships to Confederate officials. Find out about our yearly contributions, from awarding scholarships and honoring exemplary teachers to supporting other heritage-focused organizations.
Feel free to navigate through the different sections to find the specific information you’re looking for. If you have further questions, don’t hesitate to contact us.
Deo Vindice!
When was the Military Order of The Stars and Bars first organized?
The order was founded in 1938 in Columbia, South Carolina
Who should I contact for questions about local activities?
Click on the Contact US button anywhere on our site or email us at contact@mosbihq.org
I joined under one ancestor, but family tradition tells of a connection to Robert E. Lee (or some other noted officer). Can I get a membership certificate showing that connection?
The Military Order of the Stars and Bars accepts collateral relationships for membership. The Collaterals web page has more information about this.
I would like to fly the Confederate flag at my home. What is the proper and respectful way to do that?
The Military Order of The Stars and Bars has adopted the Code of Confederate Flag Etiquette as the authoritative guide to that. You should find the answer to most questions in that document.
When is Confederate Memorial Day, and other Confederate holidays?
Important dates are listed on the Cultural Resources page and on the Events Page
How do I renew my membership?
Submit your check for $45.00 made payable to MOS&B and mail to:
MOS&B IHQ
P O Box 697
Nixa, MO 65714-0697
Be sure to write your member number on your check in the Memo field.
Do you accept Collateral Relationships?
The Military Order of the Stars and Bars accepts collateral relationships for membership in the Order. Many are descended from an eligible ancestor, but are unaware of the tie. A database of the ancestries of five Confederate notables through their fourth great-grandparents has been developed to assist in the identifying of such ancestors. The notables are President Jefferson Davis and Generals Robert E. Lee, Stonewall Jackson, Nathan Bedford Forrest, and JEB Stuart. Interested applicants, or those seeking to add a “supplemental” ancestor to their membership, are invited to compare the eligible ancestors on our Genealogy page with their own pedigrees. Where accepted relationships are identified, it will only be necessary to “prove” their tie to such an ancestor – not the complete details back to the “key” relative. Supplemental membership will be recorded for the applicant in the membership files and a separate certificate issued for a $20 payment. Please forward the supplemental application and your check for $20 to:
MOS&B IHQ
P.O. Box 697
Nixa, MO 65714-0697
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