(Last Updated 11/20/2023)
The Sons of Veterans Reserve (SVR) is the ceremonial uniformed military component of the Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War (SUVCW). The National Military Department of the SVR consists of the General Staff and seven geographical Military Districts across the nation. SVR Units participate in Civil War related ceremonies, parades, living history programs, and re-enactments.
Membership Eligibility Membership in the Sons of Veterans Reserve is open to any Member (Hereditary), Junior (Hereditary), or Associate (Non-hereditary) of the Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War. To be in the SVR you must be a Member or Associate in the SUVCW. Units and individuals must file an application for membership. Minimal annual dues are charged all SVR members.
Individuals interested in joining the SVR may contact either:
Brig. Gen. Donald E Darby - Commanding Officer
1382 Western Ave., Chillicothe, OH 45601 (740-772-6081)
Email: darby@horizonview.netOR Captain Ken L. Freshley - Adjutant General
4287 Windsor Avenue, Willoughby, Ohio 44094 (440-336-1266)
Email: TAG-SVR@freshleys.net