Society of Colonial Wars of New Jersey | History | Become a Member Home Organization Mission History Membership Monuments Contact More Society of Colonial Wars in the State of New Jersey MEMBERSHIP Membership in the Society of Colonial Wars in the State of New Jersey is available to gentlemen of good moral character and reputation with proven lineal descent from ancestors who served in the American colonies The Society of Colonial Wars in the State of New Jersey is committed to preserving the past for future generations. The Society of Colonial Wars in the State of New Jersey SCWNJ welcomes inquiries for grant funding for worthwhile projects related to the Colonial Period between May 13 1607 and April 19 1775 particularly in the state of New Jersey GOVERNOR39S MESSAGE Welcome to the Society of Colonial Wars in the State of New Jersey. We have a long and proud tradition since 1894 as one of the early constituent Society members of the General Society of Colonial Wars. We are pleased to share our Society39s accomplishments and goals for the future with you and encourage you to peruse these pages to learn more about our history and current activities.