Peru Historical Society

Military History

From the Civil War through the conflicts of the modern era, generations of Peru residents have served their country in times of war and peace. Explore their stories, learn about the military units in which they served, and discover how their service has been remembered at home.

Help us to archive Peru’s military history and share stories about our veterans by sending the Society stories about a veteran in your family. You can either reach out to us via email or stop by at one of our regular meetings.

Three union soldiers standing near a tent and looking at a letter from home.

Civil War

A ship, the USS Maine, sailing through the ocean.

Spanish American War

A group of three WWI soldiers sitting in a trench looking at a letter.

World War I

A group of three aviators in front of a plane looking at plans.

World War II

A group of five soldiers looking at the camera in front of a building made of stone.

Korean Conflict

A group of three soldiers sitting in a trench.

Vietnam War

A flying US flag with sky behind it.

Peace Time and Gulf War

A portion of a WWII era poster showing a woman in uniform in front of the US flag

Women in the Military