SUVCW INDIANA

SUVCW department of Indiana wish you all a blessed Independence Day. Between the BBQ's and beach let us remember freedom is not free. Freedom was bought by our ancestors at a dear cost. #4thofjuly #independenceday #SUVCW #union #indiana #abrahamlincoln #generalgrant #boysinblue #freedom https://www.instagram.com/p/CQ5_ExzBsPg/?utm_medium=tumblr

Post #2 SUVCW dept. Of Indiana had the priviledge to honor the Last Soldier Project - Tipton County Pvt. James Marsee Hoover with members of Orlando A. Somers Camp # 1, Department of Indiana, SUVCW We were aided by Co. D. 27th Indiana Vol.- 3rd Military District -Sons of Veterans Reserve Boy Scout Troop 595 from Tipton and Tipton Legion. 5/30/21 #flashback #civilwar #SUVCW #union #indiana #abrahamlincoln #generalgrant #boysinblue #freedom https://www.instagram.com/p/CQ5-MuJB6rm/?utm_medium=tumblr

Post #1 May 30 SUVCW had the priviledge to honor the Last Soldier Project - Tipton County Pvt. James Marsee Hoover with members of Orlando A. Somers Camp # 1, Department of Indiana, SUVCW We were aided by Co. D. 27th Indiana Vol.- 3rd Military District -Sons of Veterans Reserve Boy Scout Troop 595 from Tipton and Tipton Legion. #SUVCW #union #indiana #abrahamlincoln #generalgrant #boysinblue #freedom https://www.instagram.com/p/CQ598VVhyKL/?utm_medium=tumblr

Today is Sunday, July 4, 2021 Today in U.S. Civil War History 1861 - U.S. President Lincoln, in a speech to Congress, stated the war is..."a People's contest... a struggle for maintaining in the world, that form, and substance of government, whose leading object is, to elevate the condition of men..." 1861 - The U.S. Congress authorized a call for 500,000 men. 1863 - In Vicksburg, the Confederates surrendered to General Ulysses S. Grant and the Army of the West after a six week siege. The Union victory brought control of the Mississippi River and split the Confederacy in two. 1863 - General Lee began to withdraw his forces to Virginia. Lee did not threaten Northern territory again. #civilwar #SUVCW #union #indiana #abrahamlincoln #generalgrant #boysinblue #freedom https://www.instagram.com/p/CQ54Hc4h3zd/?utm_medium=tumblr

Brother Ford of Champion Hill Camp #17, had the honor to speak at the "Old Fashion 4th of July" event at the Forks of the Wabash in Huntington Indiana. The speech ran about 15 minutes long, and centered around 3 main themes. Patriotism, Sacrifice and American Exceptionalism. The SUVCW of Indiana would like to thank the good folks at this historic location for the honor. #4thofjuly #SUVCW #union #indiana #abrahamlincoln #generalgrant #boysinblue #freedom #forksofthewabash @forksofthewabash (at Forks of the Wabash) https://www.instagram.com/p/CQ52-oqhvN6/?utm_medium=tumblr

While we enjoy our long holiday weekend. Let us all take a moment out to remember why. Brother B.Ford of Champion Hill camp 17 has a yearly tradition with his young boys. Seek out a veterans grave to lend a moment and say thanks. Here rests Brig Gen. Lewis Jackson Blair of the 88th Indiana Infantry. Laid to rest in the Waterloo Indiana cemetery. May god bless our fallen, and our gold star families on this weekend. #waterlooindiana #memorialday #civilwar #SUVCW #union #indiana #abrahamlincoln #generalgrant #gonebutnotforgotten #88thindianainfantry #88thindiana (at Waterloo, Indiana) https://www.instagram.com/p/CPhA68gBk4g/?utm_medium=tumblr

Today is Thursday, May 27, 2021 Today in U.S. Civil War History 1863 - Chief Justice Roger B. Taney issued ex parte Merryman to challenge the authority of Abraham Lincoln and the military to suspend the writ of habeas corpus in Maryland. https://www.instagram.com/p/CPZ_vWEhneC/?utm_medium=tumblr

Today is Wednesday, May 26, 2021 Today in U.S. Civil War History 1865 - Confederate General Edmund Kirby Smith surrendered. He was one of the last general of the Confederate Army to surrender. Smith officially laid down his arms on June 2 in Galveston. Edmund Kirby Smith (May 16, 1824 – March 28, 1893) commanded the Trans-Mississippi Department (comprising Arkansas, Missouri, Texas, western Louisiana, Arizona Territory and the Indian Territory) during the American Civil War. Smith was wounded at First Bull Run and distinguished himself during the Heartland Offensive, the Confederacy's unsuccessful attempt to capture Kentucky in 1862. He was appointed as commander of the Trans-Mississippi Department in January 1863. The area included most actions east of the Rocky Mountains and west of the Mississippi River. In 1863, Smith dispatched troops in an unsuccessful attempt to relieve the Siege of Vicksburg. After Vicksburg was captured by the Union in July, the isolated Trans-Mississippi zone was cut off from the rest of the Confederacy, and became virtually an independent nation, nicknamed 'Kirby Smithdom'. In the Red River Campaign of Spring 1864, he commanded victorious Confederate troops under General Richard Taylor, who defeated a combined Union army/navy assault under Nathaniel P. Banks. On June 2, 1865, Smith surrendered his army at Galveston, Texas, the last general with a major field force. He quickly escaped to Mexico and then to Cuba to avoid arrest for treason. His wife negotiated his return during the period when the federal government offered amnesty to those who would take an oath of loyalty. After the war, Smith worked in the telegraph and railway industries. He also served as a professor of mathematics at the University of the South in Tennessee. https://www.instagram.com/p/CPWtR4DhHAF/?utm_medium=tumblr

Photos from last Friday's ceremony in Angola Indiana. #SUVCW was honored to give the 21 gun salute dedication US 20 in Indiana as the Medal of Honor highway (at Angola, Indiana) https://www.instagram.com/p/CGYhfP_hz_g/?igshid=18k1pmshs0ge9

*call to arms* Brothers, This event is put on by Champion Hill camp 17 for the dedication of the Stoner brothers headstone renovations. the Stoner family relatives will be in attendance. we ask that all brothers who are able to please attend. this will be Champion hill camp 17's last event for 2020. directions can be as follows I 69 to Hwy 24 (exit to Huntington) then go west. At Hwy 24 (the county line) go west on Hwy 114. At the South Washington Road go north. ( Rupley Farm Supply is on the northwest corner.) At 900 south you will see the cemetery on the southwest corner of the intersection. You can also come down Hwy 9 from Columbia City till you hit 900S then go west. https://www.instagram.com/p/CGYhSJLBWZh/?igshid=12zaae57xcryy

The section of US Highway 20 that spans Indiana has been designated as the "Indiana Medal of Honor Memorial Highway." A dedication ceremony of this designation was held in historic Angola, IN yesterday. Local government officials, and politicians from various positions up to and including the Lieutenant Governor of Indiana were on hand. Additionally, the Department of Indiana SVR, SUVCW and civil war reenactors aided in this celebration. Those representing the Civil War era were honored to fire a gun salute that closed the program. Medal of Honor recipients from all periods of this Nations history were remembered and appreciated in a right way. Joining in the ceremony were John Auten Camp 8, members of Champion Hill camp 17 and others as well as SUVCW's very own Commander Adams and Chaplain Wilson. It is always a pleasure to see our friends and fellow servants from LGAR Arsinoe Martin Circle 78 at such events. The event flyer and photos tell the story. Thank you too everyone who traveled for this event. https://www.instagram.com/p/CGL31-GhT96/?igshid=ahefzxwakjzz

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One of the many goals of the Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War is to reward young citizens who achieve the status of Eagle Scout by presenting them with an achievement patch and color Certificate suitable for framing. It is an honor to maintain the many traditions of the GAR, which include the promotion of good citizenship by teaching patriotism, civic duties, and the love & honor of our flag – concepts that are “near and dear” to the Boy Scouts of America/Scouts BSA. Commander Adams was recently asked by the John Auten Camp, 8 SUVCW Scout Coordinator to attend an "Eagle Scout Court of Honor" to recognize Giovanni Swarts upon his receiving the highly coveted status as Eagle Scout. During this very impressive ceremony, Commander Adams had the absolute privilege of recognizing the accomplishments of Giovanni on behalf of the SUVCW. The future of America rests in the hands of these young, sincere patriots. The photos will give you a look at Giovanni with his certificate and Commander Adams; Giovanni with his Scout Master and parents; and finally the certificate and patch. God Bless America. https://www.instagram.com/p/CFgxH-nhaML/?igshid=1fb516jqsv9ad

*repost* *CALL TO ACTION* the Indiana SUVCW is calling all brothers to attend a ceremony October 9th at 1pm in Angola Indiana. The primary ceremony will be the dedication of US 20 as a Medal of Honor highway at the same time light will be shined on the restoration of the large civil war monument. We are looking for volunteers for a: 1.Color guard 2.Rifle Squad 3.Bugler to play taps 4.Anyone to show up in uniform or civilian clothes to shine light on SUVCW This event is being put on by Representative Zent of Angola in attendance will be the Lt. Govenor and other dignitaries. attempts for VP Pence to attend are underway per news reports. This could be a large event to help bolster the SUVCW. If you have questions feel free to private message our social media channels or you may contact me at: [email protected] (260)243-8503 For the boys in blue. https://www.instagram.com/p/CFf6PkdB8Ml/?igshid=lnx85nkmvhkw

While not Civil War related we can recognize a hero when we see them. Sgt. Dot Dole joined the Marine in 1943. Hats off too you. 🇺🇸🇺🇸 #civilwar #SUVCW #union #indiana #abrahamlincoln #generalgrant #heros https://www.instagram.com/p/CFeviWAh_e3/?igshid=1vhpw511apxey

*CALL TO ACTION* the Indiana SUVCW is calling all brothers to attend a ceremony October 9th at 1pm in Angola Indiana. The primary ceremony will be the dedication of US 20 as a Medal of Honor highway at the same time light will be shined on the restoration of the large civil war monument. We are looking for volunteers for a: 1.Color guard 2.Rifle Squad 3.Bugler to play taps 4.Anyone to show up in uniform or civilian clothes to shine light on SUVCW This event is being put on by Representative Zent of Angola in attendance will be the Lt. Govenor and other dignitaries. attempts for VP Pence to attend are underway per news reports. This could be a large event to help bolster the SUVCW. If you have questions feel free to private message our social media channels or you may contact me at: [email protected] (260)243-8503 For the boys in blue. https://www.instagram.com/p/CFZwtZlBQg-/?igshid=14owpthzrgku4

An important restoration project is being done in our northeastern town of Angola. Soon to be completed and improved. Dedicated to the soldiers who fought in the war to preserve our union from Steuben County... hoping for some big news regarding the ceremony. https://www.instagram.com/p/CFLVRjCh_sK/?igshid=1me2bs7aeos72