A group that parallels many aspects of genealogical societies is the Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War (SUVCW), a fraternal organization dedicated to preserving the history and legacy of those who fought to save the Union. The organization was established in 1881, chartered by Congress in 1954, and is the legal successor to the Grand Army of the Republic.
Programs and projects of the SUVCW include
- Monument, Memorial, and Grave Preservation
- Grand Army of the Republic Records Project
- Eagle Scout Recognition Program
- ROTC / JROTC Recognition Program
- SUVCW Scholarships
- Civil War Battle Flags
- Last Soldier Project
The SUVCW is a network of over 6,000 men who form lifelong bonds, honor their patriotic ancestors, and promote historic preservation, education, and patriotism in their communities.
Types of membership include:
Hereditary Membership (Member & Junior)
- You must directly descend from a Soldier, Sailor, Marine or member of the Revenue Cutter Service (or directly descend from a brother, sister, half-brother, or half-sister of such Soldier, etc.) who was regularly mustered and served honorably in, was honorably discharged from, or died in the service of, the Army, Navy, Marine Corps or Revenue Cutter Service of the United States of America or in such state regiments called to active service and was subject to the orders of United States general officers, between April 12, 1861 and April 9, 1865.
- You must never have been convicted of any infamous or heinous crime.
- You, or the ancestor through whom membership is claimed, must never have voluntarily borne arms against the government of the United States.
Associate Membership
- Associate membership is available to men who do not have the ancestry to qualify for hereditary membership. Associate membership is available to any man who demonstrates a genuine interest in the Civil War and can subscribe to the purpose and objects of the SUVCW.1
To join the SUVCW, it is best to contact the nearest Camp or Department. The process will be much quicker. Click for the Department of New York. The local Albany Camp is the Col. George L. Willard Camp #154, Albany, NY. The Camp has a territory that includes Albany, Clinton, Columbia, Essex, Franklin, Greene Counties and parts of Rensselaer, Schenectady, Saratoga, Warren, and Washington Counties.
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