Illinois war of 1812 society

American Recruiting Song 
War of 1812

Brave sons of the West, 
the blood in your veins
At danger's approach waited not for persuaders;
You rushed from your mountains, your hills, and your plains,
And followed your streams to repel the invaders.

Welcome to ILLINOIS WAR of 1812 Society

We have chosen as the face of our state society, Samuel Whiteside, an Illinois soldier. Click here to find out why.  

Membership in our society is open to any male of any age who is of good moral character and reputation, and who can provide lineal descent to a patriot who served during the War of 1812, in a military service of the United States.  The General Society of the War of 1812 offers more information about qualifications for becoming a member.  

Our Objectives

Cooperate with other patriotic organizations to achieve mutual goals; encourage patriotism and patriotic education; promote historic preservation; make every effort to have a gravestone marker placed on the grave of any War of 1812 soldier buried in Illinois; recognize outstanding cadets through the ROTC programs at Illinois educational institutions; sponsor an essay contest for students aged 14-18; and support Illinois War of 1812 Bicentennial Commission projects.      

Download application form here.

EVENTS

Second Annual Military Showcase  Saturday & Sunday, August 6 & 7, 2022 from 10am-5pm, and set up can be done the prior day, Friday.  We will have police officers on site for overnight security.  We plan to have a “media event” on Friday evening.

The location will be Berkeley Park, diagonally across the street from the Berkeley Village complex located at 5819 Electric Ave, Berkeley, IL 60163.

Last update July 3, 2022

 

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