On 16 October, New Bern SAR Chapter, joined members from the Halifax Resolves SAR Chapter, along with members of the DAR, American Legion, and Scouts Troop 555, in marking ceremonies for Patriots Anthony Winston and John Winston; and Patriots Dr. Daniel T. Smithwick, Macon Glenn Smithwick, Daniel Smithwick, Colonel Donald Vann Holliday and Dr. Hodge […]
On October 9th, Compatriots from The Sandhills SAR Chapter were invited to attend The 13th Shaw House Heritage Fair, sponsored by the Moore County Historical Association. We had the pleasure of meeting many fine folks that stopped by to ask questions about the Sons of […]
During the 11 October Craven County Veterans Council (CCVC) meeting, Gary Gillette, NCSAR Veterans Committee Chairman, New Bern Chapter Registrar, and Chairman of the CCVC, had the honor of meeting Congressman Greg Murphy, when he spoke with Council members regarding current and upcoming legislation, which may affect our veteran community. Congressman Murphy represents the Third […]
On September 28th 2021, Sandhills SAR Chapter Compatriot and Chapter Vice President Rod Herbig conducted a US Flag Etiquette class at the Yates-Thagard Baptist Church in Carthage, NC with 30 Children of the Christian Home Educators of Moore County. Compatriot Herbig presented the origin and history of the US Flag, its evolution during the Revolutionary […]
(Pictured L to R) Rod Herbig, Richard and Becky Hallman, Bruce Fensley) On September 18th, Compatriots of the Sandhills SAR Chapter awarded Richard and Becky Hallman of Southern Pines, the SAR Certificate of Commendation in recognition of their exemplary display of the Flag of the United States. Richard Hallman is a US Army Vietnam […]
In spite of the wind and the rain, the New Bern SAR Chapter, and Richard Dobbs Spaight DAR Chapter, had a very successful weekend, sharing a booth at the New Bern Mumfest. The Revolutionary War uniforms are always an “eye catcher”.
Saturday, 9 October, the Commemoration of the 241 anniversary of the Battle of Shallow Ford in Huntsville NC took place. There were several good speakers, and our Chapter Chaplain, Ken Luckey, received his von Steuben award. It was a great morning!
Today, 2nd October, the New Bern SAR Chapter Color Guard had the honor of attending a Home Dedication, and presenting the Colors, and presenting an American Flag, and copy of the US Constitution, to the new owners of a Habitat for Humanity home.
Yesterday, October 7, 2021 Catawba Valley Chapter had the honor to join in the Commemoration of the 241st Anniversary of the Battle of King’s Mountain. A great day was had by all. Thank you so very much to everyone who participated. Enjoy the photos
(Pictured L-R) Mike Fusselbaugh & Bruce Fensley It is my pleasure, as the President of the Sandhills SAR Chapter, to award Mike Fusselbaugh the Bronze Roger Sherman Medal and Certificate for his active and sustained Outstanding Service to the Sandhills SAR Chapter. Bruce Fensley – Sandhills SAR Chapter -President Sandhills Chapter Secretary, Mike Fusselbaugh has […]
Catawba Valley Chapter had the pleasure on September 25th to join other compatriots and historians in the 241st anniversary of the Overmountain Men crossing the Watauga River at Sycamore Shoals in Elizabethton TN in route to destiny at the Battle of kings Mountain. It was a wonderful day and the water was cold.
On 17 September, in front of the Tryon Palace History Center in New Bern, the Richard Dobbs Spaight Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution, held a ceremony honoring Constitution Week. This “Ringing of the Bells” event is an annual tradition for the DAR in New Bern. Four members of the NCSAR New Bern […]
On 17 September, the NCSAR New Bern Chapter Color Guard had the honor of participating in a very special ceremony at the VFW Post 2514 in New Bern.. After Japan attacked Pearl Harbor on 7 December, 1941, Pvt. Charles E. Cook of New Bern, enlisted in the Army and was assigned to the 60th Coast […]
Constitution Day, Friday, 17 September 2021, Catawba Valley Chapter had the privilege to join John Hoyle Chapter DAR along with marching and rolling stock from Catawba County Sheriff’s Office, Newton Police Department, American Legion Post 544 and contingents from several JROTC classes conducted a small Parade for the students of South Newton Elementary School. We […]
On Saturday morning, 11 October, members from the Richard Dobbs Spaight Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) and the New Bern Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution (SAR), hosted a booth at the New Bern Farmer’s Market. The purpose of the having a booth at the Market was to promote […]
In observance of the 20th Anniversary of the 9-11 attack, chapter members attended ceremonies in two separate locations. Chapter President Geoff Pittard, along with Compatriots J. Rives Manning and Ken Wilson attended the ceremony conducted by Am Vets Post 101 in Roanoke Rapids. Chapter Secretary Michael Cooper and Registrar-elect Bill Riggan represented the chapter at […]
Catawba Valley Chapter conducted their bimonthly meeting on 11 September 2021, the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 attack on America. Our speakers yesterday were Lynne Smith (William Gaston DAR) and Brent Wallace. Both Lynne and Brent are America Airlines Flight Attendants, who were employed with the Airlines at the time. Brent was in Manhattan at […]
At the September 8, 2021 New Bern Chapter meeting, at The Chelsea restaurant, New Bern, NC, Becky Preece of the Richard Dobbs Spaight Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution was awarded the SAR National Molly Pitcher Medal for her extended support to the SAR Color Guard at a variety of local, state and national events […]
On 8 Sept, North Carolina Society S.A.R. President Jay DeLoach Rear Admiral USN (Ret), and Dr. Bob Ainsley, New Bern S.A.R. Chapter President, present Sarah Webster, Technical Media Producer and Master Control Operator for local NBC Affiliate WITN, with a joint S.A.R./D.A.R. Certificate of Appreciation for her work in support of the Commemoration of the […]