Experienced Leadership for a Future of HonorHeritageGrowth

For Our Ancestors. For Our South. For Our Sons.

I will fight until Hell freezes over,
and then I will fight on the ice.

Gen. Nathan Bedford Forrest

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Meet Charles Lauret

Charles E. Lauret is a Marine Corps veteran, law enforcement officer, and lifelong Southern patriot with over 20 years of dedicated service to the Sons of Confederate Veterans. Running for Lt. Commander-in-Chief in 2026, Charles is committed to growing our ranks, protecting our heritage, and leading with honor.

Experience You Can Trust

Over two decades of leadership roles within SCV at camp, division, and national levels.

Heritage We Defend

Deep commitment to preserving the memory and honor of our Confederate ancestors.

Vision For Growth

Plans to boost membership and visibility in the digital age while honoring tradition.

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Announcement

I, Charles E. Lauret (pronounced law-ray), am officially announcing my candidacy for Lieutenant Commander in Chief of the Sons of Confederate Veterans at the 131st Annual Reunion in Lexington, Kentucky.

With decades of leadership in the SCV and a lifetime of service as a Marine Corps veteran and law enforcement officer, I am ready to step up and lead.

At a time when recruiting and retention are critical, I’m committed to growing our ranks, defending our heritage, and building on the successes we’ve made.

Together, we can stop the decline and ensure the future of our charge.

I ask for your support to serve you as Lt. Commander in Chief in 2026.

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