NSDCW
Daughters of Colonial Wars, The National Society
"To honor and perpetuate the memory and spirit of the men and women who, by their acts and counsel, assisted in the establishment, defense and preservation of the American Colonies."
About the National Society Daughters of Colonial Wars
The National Society Daughters of Colonial Wars (NSDCW) is a nonpolitical, nonsectarian hereditary patriotic society founded in 1907 to honor and preserve the history of individuals who rendered military or civil service during America’s colonial wars. The Society is dedicated to historic preservation, education, and patriotism focused on the colonial era prior to American independence.
Who the Society Represents
The National Society Daughters of Colonial Wars represents women who are direct descendants of individuals who rendered qualifying military or civil service during the period of the colonial wars. Through its membership, the Society honors the men and women whose service helped defend, govern, and shape the American colonies.
What the Society Does
- Preserves and promotes the history of America’s colonial wars and frontier defense
- Supports historic preservation of colonial sites, forts, and artifacts
- Encourages genealogical research and documentation of colonial service
- Promotes patriotism and civic responsibility rooted in early American history
- Engages members in commemorative ceremonies and educational initiatives
Where the Society Operates
The National Society Daughters of Colonial Wars operates through a national organization with state societies across the United States. Activities are conducted at the national, state, and local levels, including meetings, preservation projects, and educational programs.
Member Eligibility Requirements
Membership in the National Society Daughters of Colonial Wars is hereditary and based on verified lineage.
- Applicants must be women aged 18 or older.
- Applicants must prove direct lineal descent from an ancestor who rendered qualifying military or civil service during one of the recognized colonial wars prior to 1775.
- Qualifying service may include service in colonial militias, provincial troops, frontier defense, or recognized civil roles connected to colonial military efforts.
- Applicants must submit acceptable genealogical documentation establishing lineage.
- Applicants must be of good moral character and support the objectives of the Society.
- Final approval of membership is granted through the appropriate state society in accordance with national bylaws.
How Membership Is Structured
Membership is administered through state societies affiliated with the national organization. Members participate in meetings, historic preservation initiatives, educational outreach, commemorative events, and governance activities that advance the Society’s mission of honoring America’s colonial military heritage.