The Crossing of the Dan ceremony in South Boston, Virginia was attended by NC SAR President George K. Strunk accompanied by seven compatriots from the Alamance Battleground, General George Washington, Halifax Resolves and le Marquis de Lafayette chapters. Members participated in the color guard and presented the state and chapter wreaths. Due to the rainy weather, the […]

On Feb 16th, a Certificate of Commendation was presented to Dixon – Conderman VFW Post 2514, of New Bern, by the New Bern SAR Chapter, in recognition of the Post’s “Exemplary Patriotism in the display of the Flag of the United States of America”.  Over the years, the VFW Post and the New Bern SAR […]

Halifax Resolves Chapter member Ken Wilson was recently asked to speak to the 8th grade Social Studies students at Chaloner MS about Halifax during the Revolutionary War.  Wilson informed the students of the importance of the town as an unofficial capitol of the colony, the role of training troops and the arsenal at Halifax while […]

Roanoke Rapids Graded School District Elementary Schools were recently visited by Ken Wilson of the Halifax Resolves SAR Chapter who spoke to them about the SAR’s annual Americanism Poster Contest. Wilson explained the rules of the contest and this year’s subject, a Revolutionary War event.  Two subjects were suggested, the Edenton Tea Party and the […]

The 6th & 8th grade classes of Halifax Academy in Roanoke Rapids, NC recently invited Ken Wilson of the Halifax Resolves SAR chapter to present a program about the Battle of Kings Mountain that took place on October 7, 1780.  Wilson, dressed in the attire of a Patriot militia member, told the students about the […]

Halifax Academy, in Roanoke Rapids, NC was recently awarded an SAR Flag Certificate “In recognition of exemplary Patriotism in the display of the flag of the United States of America”.  Assistant Headmaster Ms. Amy Poole accepted the certificate on behalf of the academy.  The certificate was presented by Halifax Resolves SAR Past President Ken Wilson.

The annual Halifax Resolves SAR Poster Contest has begun. Compatriot Ken Wilson spoke with 5th grade students at Halifax Academy about the topic for the year and the rules of the contest.  The topic this year is a Revolutionary War event.  The chapter suggested the topics of the Halifax Resolves and the Edenton Tea Party, […]

Peyton C. Anderson, BSA Troop 144, Lewis-Deanes District, East Carolina Council recently attained the rank of Eagle Scout. During his Court of Honor the Halifax Resolves SAR presented him with an SAR Eagle Scout Recognition Certificate which read in part “For outstanding achievement and exceptional leadership and citizenship evidenced by his attainment of the rank […]

Raleigh, North Carolina – December 16, 2017:  NC SAR Raleigh Chapter President, Robert Sigmon and members of the Raleigh Chapter participated in the Wreaths Across American Celebration at Historic Oakwood Cemetery in Downtown Raleigh.  The chapter was privileged to serve as color guard, posting the colors at the beginning of the ceremony, as well as […]

On January 13th, the New Bern Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution (SAR), presented a Certificate of Appreciation to Savage’s Wood Burning Pizzeria in New Bern. Since its opening, Savage’s has demonstrated its patriotism, and community support, by allowing local organizations, like the New Bern SAR Chapter, to hold meetings at the restaurant. […]

NC SAR President SMS George K. Strunk, USAF (ret.), along with members of the General George Washington Chapter and Ken Wilson from the Halifax Resolves Chapter, attended and participated in the Wreaths Across America Ceremony at Evergreen Cemetery in Princeton, NC.  President Strunk and Gen. George Washington Color Guard Commander Kenny Smith presented wreaths during […]

The Halifax Resolves Chapter NC SAR recently conducted its annual George S. and Stella M. Knight Essay Contest. This contest pertains to events leading up to and including the Revolutionary.  The student must write an essay 800-1200 words in length with a minimum of five sources of which only two can be internet sources. This […]

The Combined NC SAR Color Guard assisted by members of the NC Sons of the Revolution Color Guard led the Roanoke Rapids Christmas Parade for the tenth consecutive year.  The Halifax Resolves Chapter was the host chapter.  A pre-event luncheon was held at Ralph’s BBQ in Weldon, NC.

At the annual meeting of the Halifax Resolves SAR Chapter, a new officer corps was installed by NC SAR President SMS George K. Strunk, USAF (ret). Mr. David Gammon was installed as the new Chapter President; Mr. Geoff Pittard as Vice President; Mr. Steve Avent as Sec./Treas./Registrar and Rev. Duncan H. Jones as Chaplain. During […]

A joint flag retirement ceremony was recently held at Veterans Park in Roanoke Rapids. Co-hosts of the event were the Halifax Resolves Chapter NC SAR, Boy Scout Troops 144 & 411 and American Legion Post 98 of Halifax.  The program was written and conducted by Troop 144.  Approximately 170 flags were retired with honor and […]

The Halifax Resolves Chapter was one of the sponsors of the Veterans Day ceremony conducted at Veterans Park in Roanoke Rapids.  Past Chapter President Ken Wilson presented the Veterans Day Proclamation written by NSSAR President-General Larry T. Guzy to the gathering. photo courtesy rrspin.com Chapter members Ken Wilson, Rev. Duncan Jones, Compatriots J. Rives Manning  and […]

Veterans in the Macon Community were honored during the morning worship service at Macon United Methodist Church. Participants were: (l-r) Halifax Resolves SAR President Ken Wilson, AmVets Post 101 Commander Nina Hutchins, Jewel Fenwick, AmVets Post 101 Ladies Auxiliary President Marsha Fenwick, Department of North Carolina AmVets Commander Keith Hutchins and American Legion Post 98 […]

On November 3rd, two of the newest “Junior” members of the New Bern Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) were inducted into the organization. Caden Danielson (12 years old) and his brother Chase Danielson (10 years old) of Tampa Florida were sworn in by their grandfather, Gary Gillette, SAR New Bern Chapter […]

At the request of the Halifax County Library, the Halifax Resolves Chapter Sons of the American Revolution placed a display in the entry way of the library honoring all veterans past and present. The display was set up by Halifax Resolves Chapter President Ken Wilson, MSgt. USAF (ret.).