The 235th Anniversary of the Battle of Cowan’s Ford today at Hopewell Presbyterian Church in Huntersville, NC. This was the first year that the SAR had granted “National Event” status on the annual ceremony. View all photos here. “Our SAR national guests included Larry Guzy, Treasurer General, Ed Rigel, Sr., Southeastern District VPG, Sam Powell, […]

New Bern Chapter President, Rolf Maris, participated in a grave marking at the Hopewell Presbyterian Church in Huntersville, NC on January 30, 2016.   The New Bern Chapter presented a wreath and saluted those Patriots who fought at Cowan’s Ford, on the 235th Anniversary of the Battle. It was a beautiful, sunny day for the event.     […]

Chaloner Middle School eighth graders recently hosted local SAR member Ken Wilson who presented a program entitled “From Mecklenburg to Halifax”. This presentation covered a period in North Carolina history from the creation of the Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence to the adoption of the Halifax Resolves.  Eighth grade Social Studies teachers, Mr. James Rook, Mrs. […]

Ken Wilson, a member of the Halifax Resolves Chapter NC SAR, recently visited the 4th grade students of Manning Elementary School to present a program on the Battle of Moore’s Creek Bridge.  The presentation topic is also the theme of the SAR Americanism Poster contest that is currently underway.  Wilson presented the program to each […]

The 235th Anniversary of the Battle of Cowpens was held on January 16, 2016 in Cowpens, SC. View all photos here.

Mr. Seth Warren, teacher of the Roanoke Rapids Honors History Class, recently invited Sons of the American Revolution member Ken Wilson to speak to the class about the U.S. flag. Wilson presented the class with information on the history of the flag, flag etiquette, and proper folding of the flag.  This presentation is one of […]

The five fifth grade classes of Belmont Elementary School in Roanoke Rapids were the hosts of a history presentation by Halifax Resolves Chapter, Sons of the American Revolution member Ken Wilson. Wilson, dressed as a member of the North Carolina militia, presented a program on the Battle of Moore’s Creek Bridge which is also the […]

Providence Day School American History teacher Edward “Ted” Dickson has been selected to receive the 2015 American History Teacher Award by the Mecklenburg chapter, Sons of the American Revolution. “An integral part of our Society’s community work with youth is honoring American history teachers who teach the history of the founding of our country,” said […]

Newest member of the New Bern Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution (SAR), Thomas William Payne, Jr, receives his membership certificate from Chapter President, Rolf Maris.

Eagle Scout Braxton Luke Coggins was recognized at his Court of Honor by the Sons of the American Revolution for attaining the rank of Eagle Scout. A member of BSA Troop 238 of Roanoke Rapids, Coggins received a certificate “For outstanding achievement and exceptional leadership and citizenship evidenced by his attainment of the rank of […]

Lower Cape Fear Chapter supports Wreaths Across America The Lower Cape Fear Chapter Color Guard members, Gary O. Green, C. Gene Funderburk and Al Meyer participated in the Wreaths Across America event at the Wilmington National Cemetery on 12 December 2015.  About 2200 wreaths were placed on the graves in the cemetery.  The event was […]

At the December meeting of the Roanoke Rapids Graded School District, the board recognized Miss Ellen F. Doutre` Burgess as the winner of the Halifax Resolves Chapter Knight Essay contest.  Shown in the photo (L-R) Ms. Tammy Williams, Principal of Roanoke Rapids High School, AP History Teacher Mr. Seth Warren, Miss Doutre` Burgess and Halifax […]

On December 12, 2015, the American Legion, Post 539, coordinated the Wreaths Across America ceremony at the New Bern, North Carolina, National Cemetery.  Gary Gillette, SAR New Bern Chapter Vice President and Registrar, and also a member of the American Legion, participated in the event.  Over 150 people attended the event, with the highlight being, […]

The Mecklenburg chapter assisted in hosting the first Wreaths Across America event held in the Greater Charlotte area at Forest Lawn East Cemetery today. “This one event quickly became one of my top SAR events today as we helped place 77 wreaths in our assigned Garden of Peace,” said Mecklenburg chapter secretary Neil Hohmann. “This […]

The Halifax Resolves Chapter hosted members of the NC SAR Combined Color Guard for the Christmas Parade in Roanoke Rapids.  Following a lunch at Ralph’s BBQ, the color guard led the Christmas Parade for the 7th consecutive year.  Members participating were SAR Foundation President Dr. Samuel C. Powell, NC SAR Sr. VP/Color Guard Commander Lt. […]

On November 26, 2015, Thanksgiving Day, Gary Gillette, SAR New Bern Chapter, Vice President and Registrar, and his extended family was able to share a moment of thanks during a visit to the Veteran’s Home in Kinston, North Carolina. Gary’s grandchildren brought with them 57 letters of thanks from their school in Tampa, Florida. The […]

The Mecklenburg chapter presented the SAR Law Enforcement Commendation Medal to Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Detective Daniel Hernandez today for his outstanding service to community. Officer Hernandez has been with CMPD since 2001. His ability to understand and relate to the people he served on a daily basis was recognized early on and later led to him helping […]

Members of the North Carolina SAR attended the 240th Anniversary of the Battle of Great Bridge in Cheasapeake, VA. The Battle of Great Bridge was fought December 9, 1775, in the area of Great Bridge, Virginia, early in the American Revolutionary War. The victory by Continental Army and militia forces led to the departure of […]

Halifax Resolves Chapter President Ken Wilson, Nash Central HS Principal Ms. Gail Powers and LCDR Carther Jorgenson, USN (ret) Chairman, Nash Central Naval Science Department, recently interrupted the AP History class of Mr. Renny Taylor in order to present two awards.  First, Mr. Taylor was awarded a certificate and a check for $150.00 for being […]

Ellen F. Doutre` Burgess, a senior at Roanoke Rapids High School, was selected as the winner of the Halifax Resolves NC SAR chapter level George S. and Stella M. Knight Essay Contest.  Miss Burgess received an Olympic style medal and winner’s certificate along with a check for $100.00.  The presentation was made by Halifax Resolves […]