Rose and Little Rose while held prisoners in the Old Capitol Prison, Washington City

A younger Rose O'Neal Greenhow

"Instead of friends, I see in Washington only enemies.  Instead of loving the old flag of the stars and stripes, I see in it only the symbol of murder, oppression, and shame." -  Rose O'Neal Greenhow "Rebel Rose"

This historical, educational, non-profit organization is made up of state societies.  Named in honor of Rose O'Neal Greenhow, also called "Confederate Rose".  Rose was a notable spy - Gen. P.G.T. Beauregard credited her with the information that helped him plan the victorious battle at Manassas.  She was eventually caught and imprisoned (with her young daughter "Little Rose")  in the infamous Capitol prison in Washington, D.C.  Upon her release she was sent to the South and then sent by the C.S. govt. to Europe to try to gain aid for the South there.  On her return voyage, when trying to reach shore after the blockade runner she was on ran aground her rowboat capsized.  Rose Greenhow was drowned,  pulled under by the gold she had sewn in her clothes for the aid of the Confederacy.  She died a true Southern martyr and hero.