Our mission is to honor our Confederate ancestors who fought to defend their homes and families during the great conflict that has become known as "The American Civil War, 1861-1865"; to remember their struggles and sacrifices; and to ensure that their memory and the cause for which they fought are never forgotten. Membership is open to male descendants of Confederate veterans age 12 years and older; we have a Cadet Program for those young men below age 12. Friends of the Sons of Confederate Veterans and/or the Alamo City Guards Camp may be male or female of any age, with or without Confederate ancestors.