Taken from The Nationalist Movement's page: http://www.nationalist.org/docs/history/family.html The Nationalist Family Tree Spark and spirit Ba ckground G enealogy Root s and Branches of the Tree Root s in Patriotism and Anti- Communism Jeremy Erickson Holds forth at Morristown rally Dan McDermott Awarded for Dubuque rally Roots in patriotism and anti-communism Lifetime commitment and refusal to recant In a day when there seem to be few leaders, reformers and visionaries who will take a stand for their people, nation and way of life, it is refreshing to point to those who have never backed down. They have formed the basis of Nationalism in the modern age. Those listed have shown notable, even heroic, defiance in the face of their opposition. One shining moment of moral courage -- and sometimes more than one -- has marked their lives and inspired countless others, which is why they are listed here. Many of these men seem to have been piloted by destiny or, even, divine Providence, in their historic tasks. In particular, they all had some opportunity to cut and run, go over to their opposition or repudiate their own principles. But they chose to stand and fight. And, most important, they remained defiant, steadfast and unrepentant, to the very end. Even when others became turncoats and sellouts. Their mission and impact played out in full effect in Morristown, New Jersey, where Jeremy Erickson and his compatriots took the podium, the streets and the high-ground, turning back Communist Jared Schultz and his confederates, who ran, hid and were busted by police. And in Jackson, Mississippi, where Richard Barrett faced down the NAACP, the Southern Christian Leadership Council, the Mississippi Fair Commission, the Mississippi Attorney-General, the Governor of Mississippi, the Jackson City Council, Jackson State University and the Gannett newspaper chain to win the right to conduct a petition-drive in behalf of the Sixth and Seventh Amendments. The victory included striking down a state-fair regulation against "racial" exhibitions, invalidating a $500,00.00 bond to exercise First-Amendment rights, turning back threats of a lawsuit by Negro Jackson Mayor Harvey Johnson and defying death-threats. Roots and Branches of the Tree Name Position Challenge Richard Barrett Orator Advancer of nationality Victor over Forsyth County, Georgia -- which had tried to ban him from speaking -- in the Supreme Court. Barrett's parade permit was revoked in Atlanta when minorities, homosexuals and communists rioted. He was arrested, but returned to march, again. 5,000 rioters pelted him and the American flag with rocks and bricks. Nine around him were hospitalized and thirty- nine rioters arrested. But, unscathed, Barrett declared, "Our flag was still there." Theo. G. Bilbo Statesman Defender of nationality A crusader for Americans and against minorities and aliens, he authored the Greater Liberia Bill to repatriate descendants of slaves back to Africa. Attempts were made to deny him his Senate seat, but he never yielded. His book, Take Your Choice: Separation or Mongrelization, is a classic. When an Italian from New York sent him a nasty letter, he wrote back, "Keep your big nose out of Mississippi." He refused to apologize. Davey Crockett Pioneer Defender of sovereignty Indian-fighter, lawmaker and man-of-the-people, Crockett had ample opportunity to evacuate the Alamo, as a Mexican army approached. But he was an incomparable patriot, committed to the independence and sovereignty of America. So, even though hopelessly outnumbered, he stood, fought and died, crucially holding the line until reinforcements could arrive to drive the Mexicans out. Charles E. Broadcaster Advancer of social-justice Coughlin A super-patriotic Catholic priest, Coughlin used radio to assail subversives, communists and aliens, gaining a phenomenal audience. He also published the Social Justice newspaper. His wildly popular message of social justice -- against big corporations, foreigners and Wall Street -- set back leftists, profiteers and internationalists. His most notable accomplishment was defying the Vatican, which tried repeatedly to quash him. Orval Faubus Statesman Defender of all-Americanism As populist Governor of Arkansas, Faubus called out the National Guard to protect Little Rock Central High School from minorities being forced in. He rebuffed President Dwight D. Eisenhower and leftist bureaucrats in one fell swoop. A staunch segregationist, Faubus was elected time after time by a grateful people. When Bill Clinton took control, Faubus was told that he could have a state job, if he would only "repent." He steadfastly refused. Henry Ford Inventor Advancer of Americanism The inventor of the automobile worked tirelessly to improve the lives of American workers. But protecting Americans from oppression became Henry Ford's greatest mission. His publication of The International Jew railed against extortion, money- grubbing, usury and incompatible aliens flooding in. Ford received numerous awards for his patriotism, but, notably, when told to return the awards or be accused of "anti-Semitism," he refused. Nathan Hale Patriot Defender of America Captured by the Red Coats during the Revolutionary War, Hale was given the opportunity to renounce America. If he would join the British against his countrymen, he could live. Otherwise, he would be executed. Hale never wavered. He stated boldly that "I regret that I have but one life to give for my country" and became a martyr for American freedom, independence and sovereignty. Paul B. Johnson Statesman Defender of segregation A staunch segregationist, Johnson never appointed Negroes to positions, bowed to minority demands or promoted de-Americanization in any way, shape or form, in various offices he held. When President John F. Kennedy sent troops to force Negroes into the University of Mississippi, Johnson, then Lieutenant Governor, shook his fist defiantly in the face of federal marshal William McShane. He never repented or recanted. Charles Aviator Advancer of sovereignty Lindbergh Immensely popular for his daring, first solo flight across the Atlantic, Lindbergh was an exponent of unity between America and Northwestern Europe. He believed that blood was the common-denominator of civilization and worked to prevent incompatible aliens, minorities and un-Americans from intruding. Despite powerful opposition, his America First Committee worked tirelessly for neutrality in World-War II and against communism. Huey P. Long Statesman Advancer of social-justice Long rose rapidly as champion of the common man and of segregation. He led the Share the Wealth Society and his reforms cut the power of big corporations. As Louisiana Senator, he was poised to challenge Franklin D. Roosevelt for President. Minority- community enmity reached such a fevered pitch that he was gunned down by Carl Weiss. But, in his last, defiant breath, he said, "Lord, don't let me die. I have so much more to do." Lester Maddox Statesman Defender of private-property Governor of Georgia, leader of the Victory in Vietnam Parade in Washington and champion of the common man. Maddox refused to allow taxpayer funds for painting his portrait, saying a photograph would do just fine. But his most memorable moment was when he brought out ax-handles to drive Negroes away from his Atlanta restaurant, saying: "I demand my private-property rights." Asked if he recanted, he said: "I would do it all over again." Joseph McCarthy Statesman Advancer of anti-communism McCarthy crusaded to rid the nation of communist infiltration following World-War II. As Senator from Wisconsin, he led congressional hearings which resulted in Reds being exposed and driven out of government, industry and, even, Hollywood. Powerful minority lobbies continued to array against him. But when ordered by President Dwight Eisenhower to quit or face censure by the Senate, he refused to back down. He died without ever recanting. James Statesman Defender of justice McReynolds McReynolds, a Kentucky jurist, was a strong supporter of native- Americanism, traditional values and strict constitutional interpretation. Named to the United States Supreme Court, he so disdained the appointment of Louis Brandeis to the high court that he refused to speak to or shake hands with Brandeis the entire time -- more than two decades -- that he was on the bench. He outlived Brandeis and never recanted for his remarkable tenure. Evan Mecham Statesman Advancer of pure- Americanism The popular Governor of Arizona felt the ambuscade of every big gun the left could muster. He was attacked, threatened, sued, prosecuted and impeached -- though eventually cleared of any wrongdoing -- for vetoing the imposition of a King Holiday. Instead of bowing to minority or "big-shot" pressure, he refused to retract his action, despite enormous suffering and persecution. He has never recanted. Leander Perez Statesman Defender of native- Americanism Perez became one of the most legendary holdouts against de- Americanization. A staunch segregationist, judge and champion of the common man in the tradition of Huey P. Long, Perez refused all efforts to force minorities into Plaquemines Parish schools and led what resulted in the total evacuation to private, segregated schools. He died never repenting, recanting or apologizing. Gerald L. K. Orator Defender of nationality Smith Head of the Christian Nationalist Crusade, Smith delivered the legendary oration at Huey P. Long's funeral. He organized America-First drives opposing minorities, aliens and