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The Department of New York SUVCW

The Department of New York of the Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War is a fraternal organization dedicated to preserving the history and legacy of heroes who fought and worked to save the Union.

Organized in 1881 and chartered by Congress in 1954, we are the legal successor to the Grand Army of the Republic. More than 400 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 VOLUNTEER” issued thrice a year for its members. The SUVCW holds its state meetings aka encampments with the allied orders throughout the state of New York.

The Allied Orders

Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War:
Department of New York
National Website

Auxiliary to Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War
Department of New York
National Website

Daughters of Union Veterans of the Civil War
Department of New York
National Website

Ladies of the Grand Army of the Republic
National Website

Womans Relief Corps
National Website

Department Commander

Jeffrey I. French, PDC

SUVCW National Headquarters:

Frequently Used Pages:

National Headquarters Website
General Orders of the Commander-in-Chief
National Policies
Quartermaster Store
American Civil War Memorial MuseumA

Individuals attending events hosted by the Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War, by virtue of their attendance, agree to the usage of their likeness in the Banner, any Camp or Department Newsletter, any SUVCW website and/or on any SUVCW Social Media outlet, promotional brochures, or any other SUVCW material. _________________________________________________________

© 2026 New York Department, Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War (SUVCW). All Rights Reserved. A Congressionally Chartered Corporation, The Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War is approved by the U.S. Internal Revenue Service as a 501(c) 3 organization.

Tax deductible gifts can be made pursuant to Section 170 of the Internal Revenue Code.