On May 9th, the New Bern SAR Chapter presented the Bronze Outstanding JROTC Cadet Medal to Cadet Zachariah Smith with the West Craven High School Air Force JROTC. The medal endeavors to foster the principle of “citizen-soldier” exemplified by the Minutemen and recipients are selected based on their leadership qualities, military bearing and general excellence. […]
Rear Admiral Jay DeLoach, USN (Ret.) and New Bern SAR Chapter President, presented his father Commander Jesse DeLoach, USN (Ret.) with the Sons of the American Revolution War Service Medal for his combat service in Vietnam. Commander De Loach served on the Staff of Commander Naval Advisory Group /Commander Naval Forces, Vietnam, in Saigon as Manpower […]
New Bern Chapter President Jay DeLoach inducted his father Jesse DeLoach into the SAR at his father’s home in San Antonio, Texas on May 4th. Their patriot ancestors were also a father-son combination – Hardy DeLoach, Sr. and John H. DeLoach who served in the Upper Granville Regiment in the South Carolina militia which was part […]
The SAR Medal for Heroism recognizes outstanding bravery and self-sacrifice in the face of imminent danger, i.e., acts which involve great personal courage and risk to the recipient. It is intended primarily for acts by civilians’ not in uniform but does not exclude police, firemen, and SAR members. Officer Curtis Batchelor of the Roanoke Rapids […]
The Law Enforcement Commendation Medal is presented to those who have served with distinction and devotion in the field of law enforcement. The medal is intended to recognize exceptional service or accomplishment in the field of law enforcement. Eligibility is not limited to peace officers but extends to the entire range of persons who make […]
The SAR Life Saving Medal is presented to those individuals who have acted to save a human life without necessarily placing their own life or themselves in imminent danger. Following that criteria, the Halifax Resolves Chapter, North Carolina Sons of the American Revolution presented this award to Roanoke Rapids Fire Department Station 1, C-Shift members […]
The Halifax Resolves Chapter, North Carolina Sons of the American Revolution has recognized Lt. Steven Neil Casey of the Halifax County Sheriff’s Department with the award of the SAR Law Enforcement Commendation Medal. The medal is intended to recognize exceptional service or accomplishment in the field of law enforcement. Eligibility is not limited to peace […]
On April 17, six members of the New Bern Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) Chapter, participated as judges for the Americanism Poster Contest at AH Bangert Elementary School in Trent Woods. This year’s theme was “Revolutionary War person or people”. Judges evaluated eight posters from Mrs. Sara Wilkinson’s 5th grade class and 18 posters […]
On April 17, New Bern Chapter Flag Chairman Lee Purcell presented a Flag Certificate to Lonnie Dow of the Trader Construction Company of New Bern. The Flag Certificate is presented to those individuals, organizations, and companies who fly the American flag patriotically and properly. Pictured from left to right are, Lee Purcell and Lonnie Dow.
On April 17, New Bern Chapter Flag Chairman, Lee Purcell, presented a Flag Certificate to Ken Gerhardt, Facilities Manager of Carolina Colours community in New Bern. The Flag Certificate is presented to those individuals, organizations, and companies who fly the American flag patriotically and properly. Pictured from left to right are: Ken Garhardt and Lee Purcell.
Another beautiful but windy, April 12th in Halifax saw Chapter President George Strunk along with Vice President Ron Jones and Chapter Color Guard Commander Kenny Smith muster for the 243rd Anniversary of the Halifax Resolves. George led the Color Guard for the posting of the Colors and Ron presented the Chapter Wreath while George and […]
On April 13, as part of the 2019 Heritage Home Tours, members of New Bern SAR Chapter served as docents at the Historic William Hollister House, at 613 Broad Street in New Bern. The home was built between 1840 and 1841, by William Hollister. He was one of New Bern’s most successful merchants and ship […]
On April 12, Flag Chairman Lee Purcell of the New Bern Chapter presented the SAR Flag Certificate to Michael Zaytoun, owner of Zaytoun Custom Cabinets in New Bern. The Flag Certificate is presented to individuals, companies, and government agencies that fly the United States flag properly and for patriotic purposes.
Mr. Renny Taylor, Nash Central High School AP History teacher, has been selected by the North Carolina Sons of the American Revolution as the Dr. Tom & Betty Lawrence America History High School History Teacher of the Year. The presentation was made at the North Carolina Sons of the American Revolution’s Annual Meeting. Mr. Taylor […]
Ms. LaKiesha Ratliff, General Manager of the Hilton Garden Inn of Roanoke rapids and Ms. Anna Hodges, Sales Manager were presented Certificates of Appreciation for their support of the SAR’s Halifax Resolves Celebration. Halifax Resolves Chapter Past President Ken Wilson presented the certificates.
During the SAR observance of the 243rd Anniversary of the Halifax Resolves Halifax State Historic Site Manager Mr. Carl Burke was presented with an SAR Flag Certificate for the “Exemplary Patriotism in the display of the Flag of the United States of America”. Halifax Resolves Chapter President David B. Gammon made the presentation.
At the close of the SAR observation of the 243rd Anniversary of the Halifax Resolves, Halifax Resolves Chapter President David B. Gammon present Halifax County Manager Tony Brown with an SAR Flag Certificate recognizing the county’s “Exemplary Patriotism in the display of the Flag of the United States of America”.
An historic event occurred in Halifax, NC on April 12th following the SAR’s 243rd Anniversary of the Halifax Resolves. The Halifax Resolves Chapter hosted the NC SAR Color Guard to assist in the dedication of the Charters of Freedom display at the Historic Halifax Courthouse. The display contained a copy of the Halifax Resolves, […]
T The Halifax Resolves Chapter, North Carolina Sons of the American Revolution, hosted the recent observance of the 243rd Anniversary of the Adoption of the Halifax Resolves at the site of the Colonial Courthouse in Halifax, NC on April 12th. The public and participants were welcomed by Historic Halifax site Manager Mr. Carl Burk and […]
On April 10, the New Bern Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) Chapter presented the Bronze Outstanding JROTC Cadet Medal, and Certificate, to Cadet-Chief Petty Officer Devin Tutii at the Pamlico High School NJROTC Awards Ceremony. Cadet Tutii is a senior who will be heading to college in the Fall to study criminal justice. Pictured […]