The Society of the War of 1812 of Maryland hosted its annual Jackson Day General Membership meeting at Baltimore’s historic Maryland Club on January 10, 2026. The meeting was well attended and all enjoyed the ambiance of the occasion. Officers for 2026 were elected, Mr. William R. Emmerich, Sr. becoming the 70th President of the Society. Guest speaker Phil Greenwalt provided an excellent presentation on the accomplishments of Maryland citizen soldiers in the Revolution and War of 1812.