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"It is for us the living, rather, to be dedicated here to the unfinished work which they who fought here have thus far so nobly advanced." -- Abraham Lincoln
We have added a new link to Memorial University in the MENU. This is where you can learn the history about the SUVCW and how the Organization operates.
The Proceedings for the 137th Annual Department of Michigan Encampment are now available.
Please consult the Special Message No. 1 from C-in-C Pearson
Clarifying the National Policy on Monument Protection
Welcome to the Department of Michigan!
The Department of Michigan was chartered on June 24, 1884. There are 22 Camps and over 400 members throughout both of Michigan's peninsulas representing the interests of the Grand Army of the Republic and honoring the memory of those who "wore the blue" in defense of our nation.
The Department of Michigan's web site offers information for our members as well as for the public. Select a link to the left for:
Headquarters - Contact Information, Current officers, General Orders, Past & Present Department Commanders, and other information.
Michigan's Messenger - Our Newsletter - Wonder what we do? Read our National award-winning Department Newsletter, Michigan's Messenger.
Camps & Membership – Have a Civil War ancestor? Interested in the Civil War? Find a Camp located in your area.
Events Calendars - List your special events here! Also the Department's Administrative Calendar for important dates for Brothers and Camp and Department Officers.
Co. A, 14th Michigan Volunteer Infantry, (Irish Rifle), Sons of Veterans Reserve; the Ceremonial Arm of the SUVCW.
Central Region Association, Allied Orders of the Grand Army of the Republic
Special Projects
Graves Registration - Know of and want to share a Civil War Ancestor's grave? Does your Civil War ancestor need a (or new) headstone? See our Graves Registration project!
Monuments & Memorials - Help us locate and catalog the Monuments & Memorials in Michigan dedicated to Civil War war soldiers.
GAR Records Project - Do you have or know where any GAR Records are? Help us locate and preserve these one of a kind records!
Ceremonies & Rituals - Interested in learning more about a holiday, a ceremony, or ritual - look here!
Miscellaneous
The Bugle Call - A page dedicated to the memory of our departed brothers.
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