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S.U.V.C.W. SIMON SHAFFER Camp 134 Lacon, IL Commander David A. Dellinger
S.U.V.C.W. SIMON SHAFFER Camp 134 Lacon, IL Commander David A. Dellinger
It is with deepest regret that I must announce this Camp has been closed for lack of interest here in Lacon. There was great hope that this community would recognize their own family history, but the hard work to achieve members in the Camp was impossible. I blame no one because such interest is one thing, but to join and take time to do any projects isn't within the mindset anymore. After my work accident and health restrictions, I needed a replacement for my office as Commander. The small membership, and none wanting to step up, left the Post empty handed of leadership. Thus, the Camp was disbanded.
The Marshall County Historical Society and Museum, Lacon, Illinois. Dedicated to preserving and showcasing the rich history of Marshall County. Through exhibits, programs, and events, the museum aims to educate and engage the community, fostering a sense of appreciation for the county's heritage.
The Marshall County Historical Society and Museum, Lacon, Illinois. Dedicated to preserving and showcasing the rich history of Marshall County. Through exhibits, programs, and events, the museum aims to educate and engage the community, fostering a sense of appreciation for the county's heritage.
The S.U.V.C.W. Camp 134 is located on the main floor. Meeting every 2nd Saturday at 9AM
The S.U.V.C.W. Camp 134 is located on the main floor. Meeting every 2nd Saturday at 9AM
- Location: 314 5th Street, Lacon, IL 61540
- Phone: (309) 246-2349
In 1866, Union Veterans of the Civil War organized into the Grand Army of the Republic (GAR) and became a social and political force that would control the destiny of the nation for more than six decades. Membership in the veterans' organization was restricted to individuals who had served in the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, or Revenue Cutter Service during the Civil War, thereby limiting the life span of the GAR. The GAR existed until 1956. In 1881 the GAR formed the Sons of Veterans of the United States of America (SV) to carry on it to traditions and memory long after the GAR had ceased to exist. Membership was open to any man who could prove ancestry to a member of the GAR or to a veteran eligible for membership in the GAR. In later years, men who did not have the ancestry to qualify for hereditary membership, but who demonstrated a genuine interest in the Civil War and could subscribe to the purpose and objectives of the SUVCW, were admitted as Associates. This practice continues today.
Many GAR Posts sponsored Camps of the SV. In 1925 the SV name was changed to Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War (SUVCW), under which its federal charter was issued in 1954. The SUVCW is legally recognized as the heir to, and representative of, the GAR.
Today, the National Organization of the SUVCW, headed by an annually elected Commander-in-Chief, oversees the operation of 26 Departments, each consisting of one or more states, a Department-at-Large, a National Membership-at-Large, and over 200 community based Camps. More than 6,360 men enjoy the benefits of membership in the only male organization dedicated to the principles of the GAR -- Fraternity, Charity, and Loyalty. It publishes "The BANNER" quarterly for its members. The SUVCW National Headquarters is located in the National Civil War Museum in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
The SUVCW is one of five Allied Orders of the GAR. The other four Orders are: Ladies of the Grand Army of the Republic, Woman's Relief Corps, Auxiliary to the Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War and Daughters of Union Veterans of the Civil War.
The SUVCW is one of five Allied Orders of the GAR. The other four Orders are: Ladies of the Grand Army of the Republic, Woman's Relief Corps, Auxiliary to the Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War and Daughters of Union Veterans of the Civil War.
Sons of Union Veterans of The Civil War Office of the Commander-in-Chief
Sons of Union Veterans of The Civil War Office of the Commander-in-Chief
Donald D. Palmer Jr.,
Donald D. Palmer Jr.,
Commander-in-Chief 147 Lucerne Place Ballwin, MO 63011 cinc@suvcw.org
Commander-in-Chief 147 Lucerne Place Ballwin, MO 63011 cinc@suvcw.org
General Order #14 SERIES 2011-2012 8 January 2012
General Order #14 SERIES 2011-2012 8 January 2012
1. A request has been received from Illinois Department Commander Terry Dyer to revoke the charter of Simon Shaffer Camp #134 located in Lacon, IL.
1. A request has been received from Illinois Department Commander Terry Dyer to revoke the charter of Simon Shaffer Camp #134 located in Lacon, IL.
2. Due to health cumstances, Commander David Dellinger must retire. The remaining members of the Camp voted to surrender their charter. These members have either transferred to another Camp within the Department or have become Department Members-at-Large. Given this situation, approval of this request is hereby granted.
2. Due to health cumstances, Commander David Dellinger must retire. The remaining members of the Camp voted to surrender their charter. These members have either transferred to another Camp within the Department or have become Department Members-at-Large. Given this situation, approval of this request is hereby granted.
3. Pursuant to Chapter 1, Article 1, Section 5 of the Regulations, all past and present officers of the subject Camp are to turn over to the Department of Illinois any and all properties of said Camp including but not limited to the camp charter and all funds, bank accounts, and holdings belonging to aforementioned Camp.
3. Pursuant to Chapter 1, Article 1, Section 5 of the Regulations, all past and present officers of the subject Camp are to turn over to the Department of Illinois any and all properties of said Camp including but not limited to the camp charter and all funds, bank accounts, and holdings belonging to aforementioned Camp.
Ordered this 8th Day of January, 2012.
Ordered this 8th Day of January, 2012.
Commander-In-Chief Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War
Commander-In-Chief Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War
Donald D. Palmer Jr.
Donald D. Palmer Jr.
Attest: Eugene Mortorff Secretary, National Order,
Attest: Eugene Mortorff Secretary, National Order,
Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War
Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War
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The American Civil Rebellion of Southern States is dated April 1861 to April 1865. Our Republic survived and countless combat related deaths of the victorious Federal Army is estimated at 360,000. The returning veterans had adjustment problems as civilians. Today it’s called Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). There was no help other then Family and Community attempting to control violent-vicious outburst from many veterans. The decommission Generals and Officer Corps made the public and Officials aware the Federal and State governments owed these survivors and deceased Heros a debt for saving The Republic. With lobbyist and money from Industries, Congress agreed and allowed the first ever Organization for military veterans.
Here in Illinois, the beginning of the first Veteran’s Association was created. The Grand Army of the Republic (GAR) was started. The Governing Council placed GAR Administration HQs in the States that had Federal Army survivors. Every major city and small towns had a GAR Post. The Post ran like a Masonic Brotherhood. Old Solders Homes for those to sick for family care and the Homeless souls were built, staffed. Pensions were issued to every veteran. Note here that every Widows of the fallen received the pension. The massive membership of the GAR gave it a Political Power which now demanded a special day that the entire nation would always be reminded of the sacrifice to Save the Union. Never be forgotten.
The first national observance was held on May 30, 1868. This day was only for those of the victorious Federal Army, and not the villainous southern rebellious enemies of the accursed Confederacy. It was a direct chastising lesson about sedition. This day was a tribute to the citizen volunteers to save the Constitution. Not about slavery, but the life of our Republic. “We will rally round the flag, boys, rally once again, Shouting the battle cry of freedom, We will rally from the hillside, gather from the plain, Shouting the battle cry of freedom. The Union forever, hurrah boys, hurrah, Down with the traitor and up with the star. While we rally round the flag, boys, rally once again. Shouting the battle cry of freedom ...”
The special celebration was called Decoration Day. Parades of the veterans in old blue uniform marching thought towns and city avenues to the cemeteries. Families gathered bundles of flowers and children would smothers the graves of their dead Father, uncles, brother, Grandfather. The people would picnic at graveside hearing the details of old-battles, Heros and the suffering. The losses of family and friends was a deep scar in the heart of those that fought the battles and those that waited for the returning home that never happened.
“Some of you young men think that war is all glamour and glory, but let me tell you, boys, it is all hell!” ... -General William T. Sherman
After our bloody Civil War, the Nation couldn’t keep PEACE because we found War is profit. 1876 1st Indian War. 1898 Spanish-American War, 1909 2nd Indian War, 1910 2nd Mexican War, 1912 Cuban War, 1912 Nicaragua War, 1914 3rd Indians war, 1914 3rd Mexican War, 1915 Haitian War,1916 Dominican War, 1917 WWI, 1923 4th Indian War, 1941 WW II, 1950 Korean War, 1967 Vietnam War. This country has continued to be the World Police with combat actions in the Middle East.
Then it happened. In 1968, Congress changed Decoration Day observance to the last Monday in May, and in 1971 the name became "Memorial Day.” Also, the day included the remembrance of the sacrifice the Southern Confederacy soldiers endured too. Those old Yankee veterans turned over in their graves that day.
David A. Dellinger
Past Commander Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War Camp 134 Lacon, IL
Past Illinois State Council Member Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War
1st Brigade Illinois Volunteers Civil War Reenactors Assoc, Brigadier General, Commanding Ret.
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