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 […]

The Southeastern District 2 VP, David Mann, lead a remembrance Grave Marking for Lt Col Thomas Brown in Council, NC.  Members of the Lumber River, Lower Cape Fear, le Marquis de Lafayette, Halifax Resolves, Gen George Washington and Kings Mountain chapters participated in the activities.  The color guard was led by Ken Smith, Gen George […]

The Foothills District of the North Carolina SAR met in Kings Mountain for a district informational and chapter officer training session. “We had twelve chapter representatives attend on behalf of the chapters in our district,” said Foothills District Vice President Doyle Campbell. “State president Tim Berly was in attendance and provided insight into what chapters […]

Re-enactors Compatriots Dr. Doug DeGroote, Gary O. Green and C. Gene Funderburk of the Lower Cape Fear Chapter SAR joined with The Stamp Defiance Chapter of the North Carolina Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution to force the resignation of Dr. William Houston, played by Jennifer Terry-Baker, during events commemorating the 250th anniversary […]

Re-enactors Compatriots Dr. Doug DeGroote, Gary O. Green and C. Gene Funderburk of the Lower Cape Fear Chapter SAR joined with The Stamp Defiance Chapter of the North Carolina Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution to force the resignation of Dr. William Houston, played by Jennifer Terry-Baker, during events commemorating the 250th anniversary […]

Revolutionary War Patriot Monument $6,250 Fund Drive For the Patriots and Signers of the Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence at Hopewell Presbyterian Church in Huntersville, NC. Our community partner in this fundraising drive is the General William Lee Davidson Chapter, Sons of the Revolution, here in Charlotte. General Davidson is buried at Hopewell Presbyterian Church Cemetery […]

AMVETS Post 101 and the Halifax Resolves Chapter came together to honor our veterans on Sunday November 8th.  The Freedom Freewill Baptist Church in Weldon, NC requested a ceremony honoring veterans during their Sunday morning service.  The Combined NC SAR Color Guard posted the colors.  AMVETS Post 101 conducted the ceremony as Compatriots Ken Wilson and […]

Members of the Mecklenburg chapter attended the annual Carolinas Freedom Foundation Freedom Breakfast this morning, held at the Hilton Center City in Charlotte. “I look forward to this breakfast every year,” said past chapter president Ray Maxson. “As a Veteran myself, it makes me proud to attend and honor other Veterans with their service to this […]

Compatriot Ken Wilson of the Halifax Resolves Chapter, North Carolina Sons of the American Revolution presented a program defining the meaning of the dates on the North Carolina Flag. Honors History teacher Mr. Seth Warren received two copies of the SAR newspaper, The Independence Broadside, a block print copy of the Declaration of Independence and four […]