Tag: Galveston

  • Hot Off the Press: The Harriet Lane, June 2026

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  • Juneteenth 2026 at Ashton Villa in Galveston

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    The History On June 19, 1865, Union Major General Gordon Granger and his troops arrived in Galveston to announce the enforcement of the Emancipation Proclamation by reading and posting General Order No. 3. This Year’s Celebration This year, at the annual Juneteenth celebration at Ashton Villa, the Brothers of Camp 2 arrived to accompany long-time…

  • Brother Dr. Stephen Duncan named Chaplain Emeritus

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    Through his tireless work with the Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War (SUVCW) and his iconic historical portrayal of Union General Gordon Granger, Dr. Stephen Duncan serves as a vital bridge between Texas history and the present day. In recognition of his service to the SUVCW, Dr. Stephen Duncan has been bestowed with the title…

  • Ribbon Cutting at the Old Galveston Customhouse

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    Today, we were honored to attend the dedication and ribbon-cutting ceremony of the 1861 United States Customs House and Court House in Galveston, hosted by Shaun and Natalie Hodge. Camp Commander Daniel Pourreau presented our hosts with a Certificate of Recognition from Camp 2 and the Department of Texas and Louisiana, to honor their outstanding…

  • Camp 2 Makes News in Galveston

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    Brothers of LCDR Edward Lea, Camp 2 were joined by Brothers from Gen. James Byrne, Camp 1 of Fort Worth and Col. Elmer Ellsworth, Camp 18 of Dallas for the 31st Annual Battle of Galveston Commemoration Ceremony on January 4, 2025. We were so pleased to have representatives from the Allied Orders and many friends,…

  • Battle of Galveston Commemoration Ceremony

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    Join us on January 4, 2025 for the 31st Annual Battle of Galveston Commemoration Ceremony! This is a public event. All are invited and welcome. Date: January 4, 2025 Time: 10:00 AM Location: Trinity Episcopal Cemetery, Avenue K, Galveston, TX 77550 LINK TO MAP

  • Galveston Memorial Painting

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    After the Battle of Galveston Commemoration Ceremony and annual Installation of Officers, Brothers Michael Lance, Herb Powers and Daniel Pourreau returned to Trinity Episcopal Cemetery to refurbish the memorial to the fallen Union Soldiers. Using only tape, molasses, spray paint, water, and elbow grease, the monument was restored to its original condition. As Department Commander…

  • 2024 Battle of Galveston Commemoration Ceremony

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    For the 30th consecutive year LCDR Edward Lea USN, Camp 2, Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War, will be conducting its signature event, the Battle of Galveston Commemoration Ceremony, at 10:00 AM on Saturday, January 6, 2024 at the historic Trinity Episcopal Cemetery in Galveston, Texas. The event is open to the public and…

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