Tell the story of this U.S. Marine by entering the Sayreville Historical Society’s writing competition. Was he thinking of home? Was he tired? The Society is curious as to your thoughts about this marine serving in the jungles of a strange land during World War II.

The submission must contain at least 200 words and no more than 1,000 words describing this photo. Entrants are limited to Sayreville residents.

This writing competition starts on Sayreville Day, September 21, 2025. All submissions must be received or postmarked by Veterans Day, November 11, 2025. Successful writers will be contacted soon after.

There are three categories and three winners per category. Winners will receive gift cards.

Categories:

1. Middle School grades 6-8

2. High School grades 9-12

3. Adult residents

Submissions can be sent in 3 ways:

1. Email to: info@SayrevilleHistory.com

2. Mail to: SHS PO Box 66 Sayreville, NJ 08871

3. Drop off in person on our open days at:

 Sayreville Historical Society 425 Main Street, Sayreville, NJ

 Open the First and Third Sundays 1:30- 4:00pm

For questions leave a message at 732-390-7048

Submissions must include:

1. Name of writer

2. Address

3. Phone number

4. Email address

5. Category (1-2-3)