We just found this amazing 1975 National Guard recruiting poster deep in our archives at the Varnum Memorial Armory Museum. The caption at the bottom reads:
“You Belong. You and William H. Carney share a unique American Heritage. Like this Medal of Honor recipient and Sergeant in the 54th Massachusetts Colored Infantry Regiment during the Civil War, citizen-soldiers like you have been protecting our country and communities since 1636.”
Recommended Reading
- William H. Carney & The 54th Massachusetts Infantry
- William H. Carney : Civil War hero The SmartReader Level Two
- UNDYING GLORY: The Story of the Massachusetts 54th Regiment
- Fighting for Glory: The History and Legacy of the 54th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry Regiment
Join the Varnum Continentals for $50!
At only $50 per person annually, membership keeps you in the Varnum loop and supports our efforts to preserve U.S. history and educate the public. Members get a monthly newsletter and can also attend our monthly dinner programs that feature authoritative and engaging speakers on historic and military topics. CLICK HERE TO JOIN NOW!
Make a Donation!
We’re a private nonprofit organization receiving no state or federal funding. We depend on your donations to support out valuable work to preserve U.S. history and support our two museums. MAKE A DONATION TODAY!