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Welcome Welcome to the internet pages of the Department of Iowa Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War. Here you will find the news and information concerning the Department as well as our Camps & Auxiliary. If you have any questions about this website, our Facebook page, or the Dept. of Iowa SUVCW, please contact the Department Signals Officer |
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| Congratulations Stahr, Rowley, Zenti | |
| | Department of Iowa, SUVCW Department Order #2011-13 December 16, 2011 It is with great pleasure that the Department of Iowa congratulates PDC Courtney Stahr, Corporal, Co. A, 49th Iowa, Sons Veteran Reserve, upon his being awarded the Distinguished Service Medal (the highest honor the SVR can bestow) with gold star for his continued work with the iowavalor.com website. This Department congratulates Brother Stahr upon his well-deserved honor. So ordered this 16th day of Decemebr, 2011 James Braden, Department Commander Attest: Michael W. Carr, Dept. Secretary ******* Department of Iowa, SUVCW Department Order #2011-14 December 16, 2011 It is with great pleasure that the Department of Iowa congratulates Brother Michael Rowley, Color Sergeant, Co. A, 49th Iowa, Sons Veteran Reserve, upon his being awarded the Distinguished Service Medal (the highest honor the SVR can bestow) with silver star for his continued work with the graves registration project and as an active liaison with the Sons of the American Revolution and War of 1812 Society. This Department congratulates Brother Rowley upon his well-deserved honor. So ordered this 16th day of Decemebr, 2011 James Braden, Department Commander Attest: Michael W. Carr, Dept. Secretary ******* Department of Iowa, SUVCW Department Order #2011-15 December 16, 2011 It is with great pleasure that the Department of Iowa congratulates Brother Louis Zenti, Corporal, Co. A, 49th Iowa, Sons Veteran Reserve, upon his being awarded the Meritorious Service Medal (the second highest honor the SVR can bestow) with silver star for his continued work with the battle flag project. This Department congratulates Brother Zenti upon his well-deserved honor. So ordered this 16th day of Decemebr, 2011 James Braden, Department Commander Attest: Michael W. Carr, Dept. Secretary Posted by drittel on Monday 19 December 2011 - 20:19:18 | LAN_THEME_3 | |
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| Council Bluffs Vet's Day Parade 2011 | |
| | 2011 Council Bluffs Veterans Day Parade  The Veterans Day parade in Council Bluffs on Nov. 5th was chilly and very windy. Nevertheless, Co. B, 10th Iowa and K Battery 4th US Light Artillery, SVR, and the Auxiliary had a nice contingent present. Those participating were (L to R) 1 Lt. Mike Carr, Jeanie Kirshen, Corp. Vern Damgaard, Pvt. Alan Kirshen, Corp. Andrew Braden, Corp. Jim Braden, Denise Sasse, 1st Sgt. Dennis Sasse and the Sasse grandchildren. Not pictured: 2 Lt. Glen Kelley. | |
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| Kinsman Camp - New Members 11/03/2011 | |
| | Kinsman Camp Welcomes New Members  Kinsman Camp #23 of Atlantic had the honor of inducting its two newest members at its November meeting. Camp Commander Vern Damgaard swore in members Roy Linn of Correctionville and Charles Eyerly of Oakland, IA. The new members join four other new men inducted since the last Encampment. | |
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| Brother Thomas James "Jim" Allen (1927-2011) | |
| | Department of Iowa, SUVCW Department Order #2011-12 October 30, 2011 It is with great sadness that the Department of Iowa has lost Brother Thomas Allen of Power-Dunlavy #3 I hereby direct all Camps to drape their charters for a period of thirty (30) days from the receipt of this Order. So ordered this 30th day of October, 2011 James Braden, Department Commander Attest: Michael W. Carr, Dept. Secretary ********** Jim Allen Burlington, Iowa May 5, 1927 - September 10, 2011 Thomas James Allen, 84, of Burlington, died at 9:10 am Saturday, September 10, 2011, at the Great River Medical Center - Klein Center in Burlington. Born May 5, 1927, in Burlington, he was the son of Herbert W. and Rose C. Donahue Allen. On October 9, 1955, he married Opal Eilene McEldowney in Cantril, IA. He was a U.S. Navy Veteran, serving during World War II in Guam. He graduated from Burlington High School in 1947 after returning home from World War II. Jim started out driving a truck with his twin brother Tim for their company Allen Brothers Trucking. He then went to IRC-TRW as a tool and die maker and worked his way up to an engineer until he retired. He then started Allen Air and retired from there and then operated his own gunsmithing business. He was a 50 year member of West Hill United Methodist Church, a lifetime member of the VFW Post 10102, and the American Legion 52. Jim was active in the Burlington Area Veterans Honor Guard. He was a Ham radio operator WAOLUD, contacting people in over 100 countries. In 1953 Jim was raised a Master Mason in Des Moines Lodge #1, Burlington, where he later served as Worshipful Master 1997 & 2003. He was also a Past Master of Joppa Lodge #136 in Montrose, IA, as well as being a Life Member of Walpole Tuscan Lodge #630 in Boughton, IL. In 1993 Jim became a member of York Rite in Burlington: Iowa Chapter #1, where he served as High Priest 1995; Zerubbabel Council #22, where he served as Illustrious Master 1996, and received the Ish Sodi award 2000; St. Omer Commandery #15, where he served as Commander 1996-98. He went on to serve as Grand Commander of Grand Commandery Knights Templar of Iowa in 2003. Holder of the KCT award from Grand Encampment KT of the USA. Jim was a member of Charles Clyde Hunt Priory #42 of the Knights of York Cross of Honor, Kilpeck Council #64 of Knight Masons; T.S. Parvin Council #290 & Charter member of Hiram C. Bennett Council #441 - Allied Masonic Degrees; The Royal Order of Scotland; Iowa Research Lodge #2 - Columbia Preceptory #VIII, & Charter member of Burlington Preceptory #XII, Yeomen of York; St. Bartholomew Conclave Red Cross of Constantine; Holy Royal Arch Knight Templar Priests; & 32 degree Scottish Rite, Davenport Valley A&ASR, SJ. He enjoyed learning new technology, gunsmithing, woodworking, genealogy, photography, and metal detecting. Jim was always there to help anyone in need, he was a great service to family, friends and the community. Survivors include his wife, Opal; four daughters; eight grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers, and one sister. | |
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| Preliminary 2012 Dept. Encampment Info | |
| | 2012 Dept. Encampment Preliminary Information Note Date Change: April 20-21, 2012 The 2012 Dept. of Iowa Encampment will be held April 20-21, 2012, at the Best Western Starlite Village in Ft. Dodge, Iowa. A block of rooms has been reserved for those staying overnight. A room for the Auxiliary to meet has also been acquired. Contact information for the hotel in order to reserve your room is: Best Western Starlite Village 1518 3rd Ave. NW Ft. Dodge, IA 50501-2202 Phone: 515-573-7177 Toll Free Reservations: 800-903-0009 More details to follow. | |
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| Sesquicentennial Committee Minutes 10/15/2011 | |
| | Sesquicentennial Committee Minutes October 15, 2011 The Dept. of Iowa’s Sesquicentennial Committee met at 12 PM at the Ankeny Diner, located at 133 S.E. Delaware Ave. in Ankeny. Roll of Committee members was taken. Present: James Braden (Kirkwood #4); Mike Carr, Chairman (Kinsman #23); Tom Gaard, Vice Chairman (Dodge #75); Richard Grim (Power-Dunlavy #3); Danny Krock (Dodge #75). Absent: Dennis Geesaman (Mitchel #206); Kevin Pearson (Huntley #114); Dave Sample (Power-Dunlavy #3); James Wolf (Huntley #114). Guests Present: Don Barry. Minutes: No minutes were read as they are posted to the web page for public consumption. Any additions or corrections can be made by contacting the Chairman. Treasurer's Report: Bank balance of $1,230.52. Additional check from Danny Krock (T-shirt sales) $180.00. Total 1,410.52. Expenses since last meeting:
Committee ReportsT-Shirts: The new 1862 T-shirt will be coming out, maybe around Christmas time? Museum Exhibit: The exhibit was discussed. A preliminary plan has been developed by Michael Smith of the Museum staff. The exhibit will be housed in the main 2nd floor gallery (5,000+ sq. ft.) Chairman Carr gave a report on the suggested layout and design. Mr. Barry, a professional diorama-builder discussed several aspects of the proposed diorama which will depict Voltaire Twombly’s act of bravery at Ft. Donelson that won him his Medal of Honor. Completed Events: At its inception, the Committee decided to try and hold at least one Sesqui-centennial event in each of Iowa’s 99 Counties. We have currently held ceremonies in Black Hawk, Des Moines, Lee, Muscatine, Polk, Pottawattamie, Taylor, Woodbury and Wright Counties. Calendar of Events: Several events were discussed, all of which are considered as a recognized Sesquicentennial event:
Old Business: None. New Business: Bro. Gaard brought up the main Iowa Vicksburg Monument. According to Col. Pitts, who is chairing the restoration project, at least $300,000 is needed to get the Monument back into its original condition. State Senator Dennis Black is heading an effort to get funding from the State Legislature. DC Braden suggested that we need to contact the various Iowa-based corporations to assist in lobbying the Legislature and/or seek funding through them. Chairman Carr suggested that an informational pamphlet be developed to educate the Legislature, and the public, as to the vital role played by Iowa during the battle and siege of Vicksburg. Bro. Gaard will discuss our efforts with Senator Dennis Black regarding our lobbying effort. DC Braden volunteered to contact Mr. Ken Waller of Hy-Vee. Bro. Gaard volunteered to contact Principal Financial Corporation. Chairman Carr will compile important facts regarding Iowa’s role during the battle and siege of Vicksburg. Bro. Krock was tasked with designing the pamphlet. The meeting was recessed at 12:00 so that Committee members could travel to Lineville, IA to inspect the GAR Window that is being sold. Bro. Grim is the contact on this project and has kept the Dept. apprised as to the condition, etc. of the window. The Sesquicentennial Committee has pledged $900 toward acquiring this rare artifact. If acquired, it will be Department property. Arrangements have been made by Bro. Grim, and approved by DC Braden, to have the window displayed at the Wayne County Museum in Corydon. A re-dedication ceremony is planned after the window is installed in the Museum- probably late next spring. Adjourn: The meeting adjourned at 2:00 PM. The next meeting will be 10 AM, Jan. 14, 2012 at the Ankeny Diner in Ankeny, IA. Guests are welcome. In F, C & L Michael Carr, Chairman SUVCW Sesquicentennial Committee | |
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| Recent Department Orders | |
| | Department Orders #10 & 11 Department of Iowa, SUVCW Department Order #2011-10 September 12, 2011 The Department of Iowa garnered several awards at the last National Encampment. In preparing Dept. Order #2011-08, the Meritorious Service Award won by Brother Danny Krock was inadvertently left off. Therefore, it is with great pride that the Department of Iowa commends Brother Krock for his achievement. So ordered this 4th day of September 12, 2011 James Braden, Department Commander Attest: Michael W. Carr, Dept. Secretary Department of Iowa, SUVCW Department Order #2011-11 October 4, 2011 It is with great sadness that the Department of Iowa has lost a very active man in the person of C.R. Stephen. He was involved with many community organizations such as Scottish American Military Society, American Legion, Metro Veterans Council, Sons of the Union Veterans of Civil War and Central Region of the Allied Orders of the GAR, serving as commander. While not currently a member of the Order, his past service warrants that he be honored. Therefore, I hereby direct all Camps to drape their charters for a period of thirty (30) days from the receipt of this Order. So ordered this 4th day of October, 2011 James Braden, Department Commander Attest: Michael W. Carr, Dept. Secretary | |
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2012 Dept. Encampment | |
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2012 Dept. Encampment Preliminary Information The 2012 Dept. of Iowa Encampment will be held April 20-21, 2012, at the Best Western Starlite Village in Ft. Dodge, Iowa. A block of rooms has been reserved for those staying overnight. A room for the Auxiliary to meet has also been acquired. Contact information for the hotel in order to reserve your room is: Best Western Starlite Village 1518 3rd Ave. NW Ft. Dodge, IA 50501-2202 Phone: 515-573-7177 Toll Free Reservations: 800-903-0009 More details to follow. |
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To perpetuate the memory of the Grand Army of the Republic and of the men who saved the Union 1861 to 1865; to assist in every practicable way in the preservation and making available for research of documents and records pertaining to the Grand Army of the Republic and its members; to cooperate in doing honor to all who have patriotically served our country in any war; to teach patriotism, and the duties of citizenship, the true history of our country, and the love and honor of our Flag; to oppose every tendency or movement that would weaken loyalty to, or make for the destruction or impairment of our constitutional Union; and to inculcate and broadly sustain the American principles of representative government, of equal rights, and of impartial justice for all. |
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