• Eligibility:

• Any male person above the age of 21 years with a lineal or collateral (blood relation of a direct ancestor - adoptive relationships are not eligible) descent from a veteran of the War of 1812 who is of good moral character and reputation. Dates of military service are required; civilian or patriotic service is not accepted.

 
• Genealogical documentation (i.e.: birth, marriage, death) is required for each generation from the veteran ancestor down to the applicant. Lineage papers from other societies cannot be used as proof of descent. Forms will be provided upon request. Applicants have six months to complete the application - with extension by written request.

• All applications are subject to approval by the Registrar - General of the Ohio Society War of 1812, the General Society of the War of 1812 and the membership of the Ohio Society.

• Qualifying service:

• The veteran must have been in service between June 19, 1812 and February 18, 1815; documentation of service is required.

• Service as an officer or enlisted man in the United States Army, Marine Corps or Volunteers.

• Service as a member of the ship's company on an armed vessel of the United States.

• Service in the militia of any state, territory or the District of Columbia duly called out for service against an armed enemy or for coast or border defense.

• Service in the forces of the United States at the Battle of Tippecanoe.

For detailed information on membership in the Ohio Society and an application form, send a written request by mail to:

• Ohio Society | Forts | Objectives