The Military Society of the War of 1812: Annals, Regulations, and Roster (Classic Reprint)

A detailed look at an early American veteran society

This book traces the formation, rules, and activities of the Military Society of the War of 1812, including how it grew from a memorial to a lasting organization. It also documents the later consolidation with the Veteran Corps of Artillery and the group’s evolving traditions, insignia, and governance.

• Learn how the society organized meetings, commemorations, and officers across its early years.
• See the bylaws, membership rules, and the process for hereditary and honorary membership.
• Explore the design and care of the distinctive badge, seal, and related regalia.
• Get a view of the society’s role in public ceremonies and military remembrance.

Ideal for readers interested in American military history, veteran organizations, and 19th‑century civic life. This edition offers a clear window into the people, procedures, and rituals that kept history alive through the War of 1812 era.