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United Daughters of the Confederacy®
Tennessee Division
THE UDC TODAY | Page 1
The United Daughters of the Confederacy (UDC) is the oldest patriotic lineage society in the United States. The heart of the UDC is its members, who work tirelessly to honor their Confederate ancestors through activities that fulfill the historical, educational, benevolent, memorial, and patriotic objectives of the Organization. The information provided in this section of our website briefly describes these objectives and gives explanations of key UDC terms.
Historical
The UDC works to preserve, restore, and mark Confederate historic sites, monuments, and markers. Members collect and donate publications and various works of art on the Confederate period to museums and libraries. Many Chapters and Divisions raise and donate funds for the preservation of Confederate items. Programs on historical topics are presented at Chapter meetings. Many members give speeches or present programs on Confederate history to outside groups. Members read books and write essays on Confederate subjects. The UDC presents awards to adults and children to promote interest in and knowledge of the Confederate period. Some Chapters maintain historic Confederate collections of artifacts and make these available to the public for viewing and research.
Educational
Scholarships are a UDC priority, with numerous endowed scholarships at the graduate and undergraduate levels for descendants of eligible Confederate ancestors. Recipients must meet and maintain eligibility and academic requirements. Additional information on specific scholarships is available from the UDC Web site, the UDC Education Circular; and the UDC Handbook (a reference guide for members). The UDC presents academic achievement awards annually at each of our nation’s service academies and other selected schools to recognize individual excellence in education. Many Chapters have Confederate educational programs, essay contests, exhibits, and classroom participation (often in “living history” format) at elementary and high schools.
Benevolent
The UDC is tireless in its devotion to charitable works and projects. Members support a wide range of charitable organizations and efforts at the local, national, and international levels by donating time, funds, and needed supplies. Of special importance is the Mrs. Norman V. Randolph Relief Fund, established in 1910 to aid needy widows, sisters, and daughters of Confederate veterans.
Historical
The UDC works to preserve, restore, and mark Confederate historic sites, monuments, and markers. Members collect and donate publications and various works of art on the Confederate period to museums and libraries. Many Chapters and Divisions raise and donate funds for the preservation of Confederate items. Programs on historical topics are presented at Chapter meetings. Many members give speeches or present programs on Confederate history to outside groups. Members read books and write essays on Confederate subjects. The UDC presents awards to adults and children to promote interest in and knowledge of the Confederate period. Some Chapters maintain historic Confederate collections of artifacts and make these available to the public for viewing and research.
Educational
Scholarships are a UDC priority, with numerous endowed scholarships at the graduate and undergraduate levels for descendants of eligible Confederate ancestors. Recipients must meet and maintain eligibility and academic requirements. Additional information on specific scholarships is available from the UDC Web site, the UDC Education Circular; and the UDC Handbook (a reference guide for members). The UDC presents academic achievement awards annually at each of our nation’s service academies and other selected schools to recognize individual excellence in education. Many Chapters have Confederate educational programs, essay contests, exhibits, and classroom participation (often in “living history” format) at elementary and high schools.
Benevolent
The UDC is tireless in its devotion to charitable works and projects. Members support a wide range of charitable organizations and efforts at the local, national, and international levels by donating time, funds, and needed supplies. Of special importance is the Mrs. Norman V. Randolph Relief Fund, established in 1910 to aid needy widows, sisters, and daughters of Confederate veterans.
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