The Halifax Resolves Chapter of the North Carolina Sons of the American Revolution recently dedicated an SAR marker at the grave of Compatriot Dr. Ralph Hardee Rives. The chapter was assisted by NC SAR Sr. VP Mr. James A. Becker, the Combined NC SAR Color Guard and SAR members from the General George Washington, Lower […]

Nash Central HS History teacher Mr. Renny Taylor and the AP History class invited Mr. Ken Wilson, president of the Halifax Resolves Chapter NC SAR to be a guest speaker during one of their classes. Wilson presented a program on the significance of the Battle of Kings Mountain during the American Revolution. This battle in […]

The Roanoke Rapids HS Social Studies Department, American Legion Post 98 and the Halifax Resolves Chapter NC SAR sponsored a Joint Flag Retirement for the students during their Power B Period. The ceremony was written by the students that included comments by American Legion Post 98 Adjutant Mr. J. Rives Manning about “What the Flag […]

RRHS History teacher Mr. Seth Warren recently requested Mr. Ken Wilson of the Halifax Resolves SAR Chapter to present a program to students during their Power Period B. Wilson presented a program on different uniforms worn during the American Revolution and at the request of Mr. Warren gave a brief overview of his military service.

The Halifax Resolves Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution recently hosted a program presented by Halifax Resolves Chapter SAR President-elect David B. Gammon. The program was entitled “Ten Reasons to Read Court Minutes”.  Shown in the photo (l-r) is Ms. Ann Newbern, Vice Regent of the Halifax Resolves DAR Chapter, Mr. David B. Gammon, President-elect […]

The Halifax Resolves SAR chapter and the Halifax Resolves DAR chapter joined forces and placed a Constitution Day display in the Scotland Neck Memorial Library. The display illustrates the progression from the Halifax Resolves to the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution and the Bills of Rights.  Informational flyers were also available to the public.  Shown […]

Members of the Halifax Resolves Chapter attended the 16th Annual Patriot’s Day 9-11 Commemoration Ceremony in Roanoke Rapids.  The program was sponsored by AMVETS Post 101 and the Roanoke Rapids Fire Department.  Area first responders participated, with Enfield Chief of Police Tyree Davis as the keynote speaker.  The Roanoke Rapids HS AJROTC presented the colors.  […]

On September 9th, Rear Admiral Jay DeLoach, US Navy (retired) and former Director of the Naval History & Heritage Command was inducted into the New Bern Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution.  The induction ceremony was held in front of the Tryon Palace in New Bern.  Admiral DeLoach’s “Patriot Ancestor”, was his 5th […]

BSA Troop 146’s newest Eagle Scout Dillon McCoy Rowell was recognized by the Sons of the American Revolution at his Court of Honor with a Certificate of Recognition for “Outstanding achievement and exceptional leadership and citizenship evidenced by his attainment of the rank of Eagle Scout”. The certificate was presented by Halifax Resolves Chapter President […]

During the July 8th Chapter meeting, Mark Lyon, of Morehead City, NC, became the newest member of the New Bern Chapter.  Mark’s Patriot Ancestor, is Jeremiah Jones, who served under Captain James Fair, and Colonel Wade.  

Tar River Academy in Rocky Mount, NC recently asked Halifax Resolves Chapter member Ken Wilson to present two programs for their students. The Battle of Kings Mountain was presented to the high school Social Studies classes of Ms. Charman Pearson and the middle school classes of Ms. Jacquetta Harrison attended a presentation about U.S. Flag […]

Members of the Mecklenburg chapter Color Guard participated in the 2nd annual New U.S. Citizen Naturalization Ceremony held at the Charlotte Museum of History. 32 new U.S. citizens took their oath of citizenship during the ceremony. They were from 12 different countries, ranging from Colombia to the UK. Chapter members John Allen, Neil Hohmann, Ray […]

Eagle Scout Sean Michael Ketoff of BSA Troop 146 in Roanoke Rapids was the recipient of the Sons of the American Revolution Eagle Scout Recognition certificate at his recent Court of Honor. The certificate, awarded by Halifax Resolves Chapter President Ken Wilson, recognized Ketoff’s “Outstanding achievement and exceptional leadership and citizenship evidenced by his attainment […]

At 10AM Friday, June 23rd, in front of Tryon Palace in New Bern, , Kevin Helmick was inducted into the New Bern Chapter of the National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution.  Rolf Maris, President of the New Bern Chapter conducted the ceremony.  Also in attendance was Kevin’s wife Sheryl and 5 of […]

At the invitation of the Halifax County Genealogical Society, Halifax Resolves Chapter President Ken Wilson presented a program entitled “The Battle of Kings Mountain, October 7, 1780: The Beginning of the End”. This program encompassed events leading up to and including the battle that turned the tide of the Revolutionary War in the South. Following […]

Gun Salute at 2017Commemoration for the Battle of Ramsour’s Mill. Posted by Catawba Valley Chapter Sons of the American Revolution on Sunday, June 11, 2017 Color Guard Assembly 2017 Ramsour’s Mill Commemoration Color Guard entry at the 2017 Commemoration of the Battle of Ramsour’s Mill in Lincolnton, N.C. Posted by Catawba Valley Chapter Sons of […]

The News Herald – Battle of Ramsour’s Mill Part 2 In part one of this article we discussed particulars of the Battle of Ramsour’s Mill and how short and bitter sweet the battle was in favor of our Patriots against overwhelming odds being outnumbered three to one and overcoming those odds sending the Tories on […]

The Belmont Elementary School 5th grade in Roanoke Rapids recently requested Halifax Resolves Chapter President Ken Wilson speak to them about U.S. flag history, flag etiquette and proper folding of the flag. Students were also told the meaning of each fold of the flag.  The group consisted of five classes with a total of about […]

The News Herald – Battle of Ramsour’s Mill Article These series of articles is brought to you monthly by the Catawba Valley Chapter of the North Carolina Society of the Sons of the American Revolution and the welcome cooperation of your local newspaper to bring awareness of the service and sacrifices of our local Patriot […]