NOTICE OF 2026 VIRTUAL AGM

The American Civil War Society Ltd (a company limited by guarantee, number 2610962) hereby gives NOTICE that it's AGM will be held on Saturday 5th December 2026, starting at 1pm prompt via Zoom (virtually).

If you are a current member and have any nominations for posts of Directors or Army Commanders of the Society and/or you have any agenda items appropriate for the AGM, then put them in writing as soon as possible addressed to The Secretary, ACWS Ltd, 159 Horsley Road, Washington, Tyne & Wear, NE38 8HJ. These MUST be received at this location by NO LATER than Thursday 1st October 2026.

Nominations for other than existing post holders have to be signed by the nominee and proposed by at least one other current member, who must also sign the nomination. The nominee may submit a short address for circulation to the membership to support their candidature.

The current directors standing for re-election as at the date of this notice are:

• Chairperson: Darren Paul
• Secretary: Linda Reed
• Treasurer: Ian Morris
• Membership: Claire Morris
• Webmaster: Mike Bussey
• Events: Catherine McDade
• Communications: Joseph Reed
• Health & Safety: Dave McDade

Mr Dave McDade will be standing for election for the post of Health and Safety Director after being co-opted into the position of Health and Safety Officer during the 2025 season.

Only one Army Commander is standing for re-election as at the date of this notice and this is:

• Federal Commander: Darren Paul

Once relevant inputs have been received, the AGM Agenda can be put together, with guidelines regarding "Zoom", and the appropriate documentation can be sent to you before the AGM.

Please note, only current members of ACWS are entitled to vote at the AGM or to submit proxy forms. Members attending the virtual meeting are asked to have their membership cards to hand to help validation, on-line admission and voting if necessary.

For and on behalf of the Board of Directors,

Linda Reed
Company Secretary and Director
26th August 2026