National Society Daughters of the Union, 1861-1865
Who are we?
John Butler Chapter was chartered on 19 October 1996 in Burr Ridge, IL by Organizing Regent, Josefa Lee Hammond.
Since that time, we have grown to over 55 members.
We meet four times per year in the Chicago suburbs.
What do we do?
We support the objectives of the National Society:
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 year 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.
4. To give financial aid to Lincoln Memorial University in Harrogate, TN.
click here for pictures of our wreath-layings, click here for pictures of other events
How do I join?
Membership 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.
The members of John Butler Chapter are very proud of our own Ellen Stortz, the current President General of our National Society. She is raising money to help preserve the monuments at Gettysburg. You can read more by downloading her flyer.
