6th Military District, Sons of Veterans Reserve

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The Sons of Veterans Reserve (SVR) is the ceremonial uniformed military component of the Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War (SUVCW).

The Sixth Military District consists of the states of Arizona, Alaska, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Oregon, Texas, Utah, Washington and Wyoming. SVR Units participate in Civil War related ceremonies, parades, living history programs, and re-enactments.

11/05/2026

Rudy Velasco and John Morris of Co. A, 1st California Cavalry, SVR were guests at DUVCW Tent # 97 meeting in October. Br. Morris gave a presentation on the Underground Railroad.

10/22/2026

Upcoming Veterans Day ceremony in SoCal.

10/22/2026

An annual event of the Oregon SUVCW with military honors rendered by Company B, 71st Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry, Sons of Veterans Reserve. This years flyer was created by Larry Stolinski.

10/20/2026

Capt. Fred Hall, SVR was the bugler at the 70th Annual Massing of the Colors held on Saturday, October 17th. The event was sponsored by the Military Order of the World Wars.

10/17/2026

One of the best responsibilities of being the 6th MD SVR’s Commander is recognizing the incredible service of our members and units. On Saturday 10/17/26 I had the honor to attend the SUVCW Camp 18 meeting in Corona, CA to honor one of our newest units, Co. A, 1st California Volunteer Cavalry, Headquarters Guard (Dismounted). Commanded by Captain John Morris with 1st Sergeant Rudy Velasco serving as second in command. This unit, formed in January 2026 is at events all over Southern California. They assist me in getting to events that I am often double booked for and do a great job esc me when I am in the field. Here they are receiving my first Letter of Commendation this year. Today they also proudly displayed their new guidon. It looks great! Huzzah for Company A! You are an indispensable part of our team! Thank you for your service!

New member or old timer: You will find this Zoom webinar interesting. Email kapeterson0681@gmail.com for a link to the Z...

10/09/2026

New member or old timer: You will find this Zoom webinar interesting. Email [email protected] for a link to the Zoom webinar.

10/07/2026

100 degree plus weather kept the participation down at the annual Poway Rendezvous held on October 3rd. SVR members from the Pittenger Camp were on hand with displays and conversation about the Union and the Civil War.

09/23/2026

The newest member of the 6th Military District staff is Capt. Clifford "Butch" Durham who has been appointed as Inspector General. Capt. Durham served as an officer in the U.S. Army with the Texas Military Department and we are honored to have him join our staff.

09/15/2026

Unit commanders and adjutants in the 6th Military District: By order of Brig. Gen. Donald Darby, national commander of the SVR, all units are to update their bylaws before November 11, 2026. You should already have already received an editable Word document which will enable you to complete the task with ease. If not, contact Capt. Mark Stevens, Chief of Staff of the 6th Military District, SVR.

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Canby, OR
97013

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http://6thmilitarydistrictsvr.weebly.com/, http://suvcw.org/svr/svr.htm, http://suvcw.org/

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