Message Board Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some answers to frequently asked questions about this Message Board.
First of all, provide all the information you KNOW about your ancestor in your query, such as:
Full Name
Rank, if known
Confederate or Union?
The unit(s) of which he was a member. Include ordinal (i.e., 1st,
2nd, 35th, 36th).
Type of unit, Infantry, Cavalry, Artillery, Navy, Engineers, etc.
Was the unit a regiment, battalion, squadron, etc?
If you know, include the Company(ies) or Battery(ies) he was in.
Sometimes, these are identified by a letter, a number, the
commander's last name and/or a nickname.
Date of Birth
Place of Birth
The State and County where he lived in 1860 and/or before.
The State and County where he lived after 1865.
Date of Death
Place of Death
Did he or his wife apply for a pension. If so, provide all the
details of the pension(s) possible?
Were his father, brothers, cousins, etc. in a Civil War unit(s)
and which one(s)?
AND, any other miscellaneous details, family stories, notes, etc., regarding his participation in the Civil War. We realize you can't always know all or most of the information asked for above, so don't fail to post even if your information is very limited or all you have is a name. But, PLEASE ATTEMPT, on your initial posting, to provide as much detail, as possible.
In the "Subject Line" of your posting try to identify your ancestor search by a unit name and number or a county of residence. Experts on the message board tend to specialize on particular units or counties, so try to include this information in your message heading. Also, some of our authors, genealogists and experts receive a "digest" version of new messages and they will scan the headings to see if a query lies in their area of expertise. We have so much activity, that if you don't include the unit name and/or county in the heading your message might be overlooked.
How do I post a query or question about a specific South Carolina unit?
In the "Subject Line" of your posting, enter the unit name, number and whether is was US or CS. Experts on the message board tend to specialize on particular units, so include this information in your message heading. Also, some of our authors, genealogists and experts receive a "digest" version of new messages and they will scan the headings to see if a query lies in their area of expertise. We have so much activity, that if you don't include the unit name or number in the heading, your message might be overlooked.
How do I create a link to the South Carolina in the Civil War Message Board from my website?
To create a "text" link to the South Carolina in the Civil War Message Board copy this text to your clipboard and paste into the web page (highlight text>edit>copy, in other document place cursor>edit>paste -or- highlight text>ctrl-c> change documents>ctrl-v)
<!--Start of link to South Carolina in the Civil War Message Board--> <a href="http://history-sites.com/cgi-bin/boards/sccwmb/">The South Carolina in the Civil War Message Board</a> <!--End of link to South Carolina in the Civil War Message Board-->
and a link like this should appear:
The
South Carolina in the Civil War Message Board
If you'd like a little fancier "java" button link to the South Carolina in the Civil War Message Board. Cut and paste the following into your webpage.
Place this Java Script in your document header.
<!-- Beginning of SCCWMB Button Script -->
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function move_in(img_name,img_src) {
document[img_name].src=img_src;
}
function move_out(img_name,img_src) {
document[img_name].src=img_src;
}
</SCRIPT>
Then put this in the body of your page.
<A HREF="http://history-sites.com/cgi-bin/boards/sccwmb/" onmouseover="move_in('button1','http://history-sites.com/sccwmb/images/linkbuttondwn.jpg')" onmouseout="move_out('button1','http://history-sites.com/sccwmb/images/linkbutton.jpg')"><IMG NAME="button1" SRC="http://history-sites.com/sccwmb/images/linkbutton.jpg" ALT="A History and Genealogy Research Site" border=0></A>and you should get a link button that looks like this:
OR a smaller button!
Place this Java Script in your document header.
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<SCRIPT language="JavaScript">
function move_in(img_name,img_src) {
document[img_name].src=img_src;
}
function move_out(img_name,img_src) {
document[img_name].src=img_src;
}
</SCRIPT>
Then put this in the body of your page.
<A HREF="http://history-sites.com/cgi-bin/boards/sccwmb/" onmouseover="move_in('button1','http://history-sites.com/sccwmb/images/linkbuttondwnsmall.jpg')" onmouseout="move_out('button1','http://history-sites.com/sccwmb/images/linkbuttonsmall.jpg')"><IMG NAME="button1" SRC="http://history-sites.com/sccwmb/images/linkbuttonsmall.jpg" ALT="A History and Genealogy Research Site" border=0></A>and you should get a link button that looks like this:
Is this site only for Confederate units and soldiers from South Carolina?
ABSOLUTELY NOT! This site is for all soldiers and units
from the state of South Carolina during the Civil War or War Between the
States. Undoubtedly, there will be a majority of messages posted
on this board regarding Confederate units or soldiers. This only
makes sense, as South Carolina was a Confederate state.
The site is also NOT limited to military topics. The discussions
of civilians, women, children, agriculture, manufacturing, etc.,
is not only welcomed, but encouraged.
I want descendants and students of Northern, African-American and
any other units to feel welcome and respected here. I will do
everything I can to make sure this occurs.
ANY TOPIC, as long as it relates to South Carolina and South Carolinans in
the Civil War. is appropriate for this site.
Can I imbed "html" tags in my posts?
Yes, you can use HTML tags in the body of the message; however, the "NEW" SCCWMB is able to recognize URL's (webpage addresses) and email addresses and automatically make them "active" hyperlinks or "hotlinks". In addition, if you'd like to add an image to your message, you can enter or "cut and paste" the URL of the image into the box on the "Post New Message" page that says "Optional Image URL". If for purposes of enhancing the text in your message you'd like to change font color, size, boldface, etc., you may do so.
Where can I get this message board program?
The Message Board program used here is WebBBS ver. 5.12
We have a number of published
authors, college professors, National Park Service and government
employees who might be deluged by direct contact if their email
address appeared in their postings? To protect their privacy
email addresses included in the headers of their postings are NOT
displayed or accessible, as they are stored in a binary,
encrypted file. In addition, some people simply prefer not to
show their email address for personal reasons or concerns that
"internet" programs designed to "worm out"
email addresses with programs referred to as "robots"
or "spiders" might include them in a "SPAM" list.
If you would like to include your email address for everybody to
see, you may do so by simply entering it in the "body"
of your message. Email addresses entered into the body of your
message WILL be displayed and accessible for everyone to
see, as well as, to the programs described above. Respect the
privacy and wishes of others and PLEASE DO NOT
POST THE EMAIL ADDRESSES, MAILING ADDRESSES, PHONE OR FAX NUMBERS
OR OTHER PERSONAL INFORMATION OF THIRD-PARTIES, UNLESS YOU HAVE
OBTAINED THEIR PRIOR PERMISSION TO DO SO.
Where is my message or why was my message deleted?
Infrequently, someone posts a message which includes,
profanity, an objectionable image, insulting or demeaning remarks
or copyrighted material. If I delete or redact a message, and
I do this rarely, I will send the author of the message an
email notifying them of this action and asking that they re-think
or rephrase their posting.
Please respect the feelings of others and respect their right to
have an opposing viewpoint to your own. The message board can be
a site not only for answers to your questions, but a place for
enlightening and intellectual debate. Please show your maturity
and thoughtfulness by keeping your postings factual, referencing
source materials and "do not" attack the poster of the
message, challenge their argument.
My primary motivation in taking any action or controlling the
"free speech" on this site is to encourage
participation of as many people from as many different
backgrounds and perspectives, as possible. If the postings are
dominated by "fiery exchanges", "salty
language" or "controversial issues" we may
"scare off" those gentler folks, respected and
acknowledged authorities and others who may have a significant
contribution to make to the scholarship on this message board.
I am NOT here to be a morality judge, limiter of
"free speech" or overly controlling of the issues
discussed; however, I will act in my best judgment in the best
interest of the message board and its contributors.
May I advertise a product, promote a book, etc., on the message board?
Yes, but with limitations. I do not allow "off topic" and/or commercial advertisements or notices to be posted on the message board. However, if you're a contributor to this site and you'd like to "plug" your new book, tell us about an SCV or CWRT meeting, re-enactment, tour or something else of interest to the participants here, please do so. If I feel your posting is "off topic" or inappropiate, I will delete it and email you with my reason(s). If you are not sure you're posting falls within the approved criteria, send it to me by email, webmaster@history-sites.com and I will approve or reject it.
If you're a regular contributor to the South Carolina in the Civil War Message Board and have responded to and attempted to help others with their questions, I will reward your participation by placing an "ad" for your book (remember, it must somehow be related to the Civil War) on our "Authors" page. If you are an author, website owner or wish to promote a Civil War related business or product you may always put links or ads on your "User Profile" page, but also be aware that your "User Profile" won't appear unless you have a non-commercial posting on the message board. If you're an author, I encourage and recommend you to list your books and articles.
Who can I contact for support, complaints, questions or suggestions about this message board?
You may post your questions, complaints or suggestions on the message board or you may contact, Jim Martin, the board administrator ("webmaster")by email at webmaster@history-sites.com
Please enjoy the message board and come back
often!
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