SUVCW Eagle Scout Program
One of the Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War many goals and purposes is to reward those who achieve the status of Eagle Scout with a special congratulatory letter and color Certificate of Commendation, suitable for framing. While we encourage any Scout searching for that special community service project to look to us for inspiration on projects relating to the Civil War, we offer this certificate with no “strings attached” other than they must be an Eagle Scout.
Your Eagle Court of Honor observes a very proud tradition that our organization is pleased to recognize in memory of the Grand Army of the Republic (GAR). Comprised of over 400,000 Union Veterans of the American Civil War of 1861-1865, the GAR was a living symbol of patriotism when the Boy Scouts of America was formed in 1910. Before the passing of their last member in 1956 the GAR officially recognized the Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War (SUVCW) as their Legal Heir. As such, it is our honor to maintain the many traditions of the GAR. These include the promotion of good citizenship by teaching patriotism, civic duties, and the love and honor of our flag - concepts that are near and dear to the Boy Scouts of America.
How to Order a Certificate
- Download the certificate application (pdf), rename the file to make it unique for each Eagle Scout, and then save the file to your computer.
- Reopen the file on your computer and fill in the require data. We recommend you save the completed form to your computer. NO handwritten forms, letters or cards will be accepted.
- Email the application to our National Eagle Scout Coordinator.
- A 45-day notice is required to have a presenter at the Court of Honor. Postal mail applications will not be accepted.
Note: These guidelines must be followed in order to receive a certificate. If these guidelines are not followed a certificate may not be sent.
Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War
Department of Wisconsin
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Last Updated: 21 June 2024