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Civil War Remembrance Award, 2018

Posted By on July 6, 2018

The National Society of the Daughters of the Union, 1861-1865, Civil War Remembrance Award was presented to Norman Gasbarro of The Civil War Blog on Sunday, 24 June 2018, by Sue Petres, an officer of the Society, at a ceremony at the White Dog Cafe, University City, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

The award was given for Extraordinary Service and Commitment to the Education and Preservation of Civil War History.  It was the first such award presented by the organization.

The objectives of National Society of the Daughters of the Union are:

1. To honor the memory of the men and women who contributed toward the preservation of the Union during the Civil War, extending over the years 1861-1865.
2. To foster a spirit of patriotism, loyalty, and love of country.
3. To uphold the honor of the Flag of the United States of America.

Membership  in the National Society is open to any woman eighteen years of age or over provided she is a direct lineal or collateral descendant of a man or woman who rendered military or civil service to the Union during the years 1861-1865.

 


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2 Responses to “Civil War Remembrance Award, 2018”

  1. Norman,
    Congrats Buddy! You deserve this award. Great work.
    Brian

  2. Barbara Latham says:

    BRAVO on your receiving commendation for your dedication to Civil War history education! How wonderful that your outstanding efforts have been recognized!! Well done!!