New Hampshire Society

Society of Colonial Wars in the State of New Hampshire

Preserving the memory, records, sites, and public service of those whose colonial courage helped shape America.

Statement of Purpose

Memory, fellowship and public remembrance

The Society of Colonial Wars in the State of New Hampshire as a state chapter of The Society of Colonial Wars seeks to collect and preserve manuscripts, rolls, relics, and records; to hold suitable commemorations; and to erect memorials relating to the American Colonial period.
It inspires in its members the fraternal and patriotic spirit of their forefathers, and in the community respect and reverence for those whose public services made our freedom and unity possible.

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Featured pages and priorities

Founded in 1894, the Society honors the colonial civil and military leaders whose courage, sacrifice, and statesmanship laid the foundations of America. Read More

The distinguished Colonel Henry Oakes Kent, left an indelible mark during our formative years. Learn More

New Hampshire at the Eve of the Revolution

The Fort William and Mary raids were among the first overt acts of the American Revolutionary War and the only battle to take place in the state of New Hampshire. Learn More

Colonial Timeline

An overview of explorers, settlements and skirmishes from the first recorded visits to the eve of the Revolution. Read More

Major Richard Walderne

Walderne built the first sawmill at Cochecho Falls and became one of the best-known colonial figures in Dover’s frontier history. Read More

New Hampshire A Strategic Outpost

Strategic forts, settlements, and trading hubs reveal overlooked stories from New Hampshire’s northern frontier. Read More

Event Spotlight

We are proud to be involved with events commemorating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Spotlight

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Fraternal good fellowship with a dedication to colonial American history, founded in 1894. Learn More

Our Works

The Society supports public remembrance through markers, memorials, archival work, and civic partnership. Learn More