National Society Sons of the
American Revolution
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The Sons of Revolutionary Sires
were formed on July 4th 1876 the
centennial of the signing of our
Declaration of Independence
April 30,1889 the 100th anniversary
of the inauguration of George
Washington The Sires became the
National Society of the Sons of the
American Revolution
The National Society was chartered
by an act of the US Congress on
June 9, 1906 . The Charter was
signed by President Theodore
Roosevelt who was a SAR member
The Charter authorized the granting
of charters to societies of the
various states and territories
SAR membership consists of 32,000
in 554 chapters In the United States
Canada, France, Germany,
Switzerland and the United Kingdom
Members include 16 Presidents of the
US, Brigadier, Lieutenant and 5 –Star
Generals , Ambassadors, Presidents
of several colleges and Universities ,
members of the Supreme Court, U.S.
Senate and Congress
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Sir Winston Churchill
Dwight D. Eisenhower
Ulysses S. Grant
Harry S. Truman
King Juan Carlos I King of Spain
Douglas MacArthur
George S. Patton
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Jimmy Carter
George W and George H Bush
The South Carolina Society was organized April 18th,
1889 in a room at the State Capital in Columbia. The
South Carolina Society began granting charters to
chapters in 1923. Currently twenty chapters promote
the American spirit through fraternal meetings,
commemorative observances of events and battles,
educational materials, projects, lectures, tours and
publications. South Carolina is rich in historical events
of the American Revolution. From the mountains to the
coast, South Carolina experienced the most battles and
skirmishes of the war. The twenty chapters of our
society sponsor annual anniversary ceremonies of many
of the battles and events. Since the organization of the
South Carolina Society, over 3,000 have filled the
membership ranks. Currently our members
number over 850 through out the state of South
Carolina.
We commemorate and provide
memorials for the people and events of
the American revolution.
We preserve records relating to the
events leading up to and during the
American Revolution
We support research and presentations
related to the history and people of the
period 1750-1800
 We inspire the community with the
principles on which our nation was
founded
 We maintain institutions of American
freedom and preserve US History
 We carry out the promises expressed in
the preamble of the US Constitution
 We provide recognition for public
service
 We honor, respect and support veterans
 We sponsors contests essays and
oration for high school students based
upon historical and patriotic themes
 We distribute historical curriculum
 We inform the community about
events and philosophical bases of the
American Revolution
 We help people locate and evaluate
genealogical records
As a part of our educational
outreach, the SAR conducts several
programs across the country.
Some of our most active programs
are targeted to our future leaders,
our children and those who are
educators.
Americanism Elementary School Poster
Contest
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The aim of this contest is to stimulate interest in
American History in support of the established
school curriculum.
 This contest is directed at students in the 3rd, 4th
or 5th grades, depending on which year the
American Revolution is taught in their educational
system
 The contest is also open to members of the Boy
Scouts and Girl Scouts who are in the same grades
but whose school system may not be participating in
the contest.
SAR interacting
with various
youth and
school groups.
The Joseph S. Rumbaugh Historical Oration
Contest
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The contest is designed to explore the influence of the
Revolutionary war on present day America. Contest is open to all
students attending home schools, public, parochial, or private
high schools who are in their freshman, sophomore, junior or
senior (grades 9 through 12) year of study.
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Purpose Of The National Contest
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To support historical research in our high schools by promoting
oratorical presentations related to our Revolutionary War period
1750-1800.
To emphasize American History to the high school student and
focus on and intelligent relationship between the past and the
present.
To place a positive emphasis on the plans of our founding
fathers.
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 The George S. & Stella M. Knight Essay Contest
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The George S. and Stella M. Knight Essay Contest was
originally established and named in honor of President
Calvin Coolidge, who won a local SAR essay contest while
a student at Amherst. The contest was reestablished in
1988 by Compatriot McCarthy DeMere. In 1995, the
contest was renamed the George S. and Stella M. Knight
Essay Contest in honor of their generous gift to the SAR
to support this contest. The program is designed to give
sophomore, junior and senior students an opportunity to
explore events that shaped American history.
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Conducted at the Chapter, State Society and National
Society levels, the students must submit an original essay
with topics based on original research and deal with an
event, person, philosophy or ideal associated with the
American Revolution, Declaration of Independence, or the
framing of the United States Constitution.
ROTC/JROTC Recognition Program
The SAR awards the ROTC Medal to foster the
principle of the "citizen-soldier", exemplified by the
Minutemen of Revolutionary War days. This award is
presented by a Chapter, a State Society, or the
National Society to ROTC or JROTC cadets who are
selected for having a high degree of merit with respect
to leadership qualities, military bearing and general
excellence.
Arthur M. & Berdena King Eagle Scout
Scholarship
Open to all Eagle Scouts who are
currently registered in an active unit and
have not reached their 19th birthday
during the year of application. The year
that Eagle was awarded is not restricted.
Three cash scholarship awards are given:
As the National First Place winner $10,000 Runner-up - $6,000 2nd runnerup - $4,000
Tom & Betty Lawrence American History Teacher
Award
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The Tom & Betty Lawrence American History Teacher Award
winner will represent a teacher whose instruction on the
Revolutionary War era from 1750 - 1800 demonstrates
educational efforts in the classroom that exceed and excel above
current, accepted, curriculum requirements.
Award Description:
The Tom & Betty Lawrence American History Teacher Award
winner will be able to choose a trip to one of the following
seminars;
1) Freedoms Foundation Summer Teacher Graduate Workshop at
Valley Forge, Pa.,
2) Colonial Williamsburg Summer Teacher Workshop in
Williamsburg, Va.,
3) Jefferson Symposium at the University of Virginia in
Charlottesville, Va., or
4) SAR Annual Conference on the American Revolution.
This award, valued at $1,400.00, will reimburse the winner for
expenses including tuition, room and board, and transportation
NSSAR Partners in Patriotism Program
NSSAR Partners in Patriotism program is
for the SAR to partner with any Veterans
organization i.e. American Legion, VFW,
AMVETS or one of the numerous others
veterans groups in grave rededications,
grave markings, parades, flag retirements
or any program that the SAR conducts
with the help from the Veterans or any
Veterans organization that ask the SAR
for help in conducting an event.
The American Flag is the living symbol of our national
heritage reminding us of America’s greatness and our fortune
to live in a country that values freedom. Our flag signifies the
commitments of our fallen soldiers and all who served to
bravely defend the honor of our country. The flag is our
sacred emblem of American unity and purpose and
exemplifies the commitment of our leaders to uphold the
promise of liberty, justice and freedom for all.
“As part of the Sons of the American Revolution mission to
preserve our American heritage we honor and recognize
organization that demonstrates respect for the flag of our
nation by furthering the customs and traditions which
surround the proper display and use of the American Flag
The NSSAR Color Guard is the most
visible public face of the NSSAR. Color
Guardsmen provide an easily identifiable
and colorful focal point at parades and
memorial events. The variety of uniforms
and flags invite children, spectators, and
potential members to come forward and
ask questions about the American
Revolution
One of the many activities of the Sons of
the American Revolution is identifying
and marking grave sites where
Revolutionary War Patriots are buried.
SAR members honor those who
fought for our freedom with
memorial wreath laying
ceremonies at Revolutionary war
site anniversaries and dedications
of revolutionary war soldiers grave
sites
In 1979 NSSAR moved it National headquarters
from Washington DC to Louisville Kentucky
which houses the SAR National Museum Gallery
and Genealogical Research Library
 The library collection has grown to 58,000
items and includes family histories, state
genealogy materials, federal censuses,
Revolutionary War pension applications, and
CD collections. The primary focal point of the
collections is the Revolutionary War period, but
the collection does include other materials of a
genealogical nature. The online catalog allows
you to see what is available.
 The National Society of the Children
of the American Revolution is an
organization of persons through 21
years of age who are lineal
descendants of a patriot of the
American Revolution.
 The C.A.R. is an independent
organization which looks to the
DAR, SAR for its leadership and
financial support.
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The N.S.C.A.R. has six primary objectives in its Bylaws;
these objectives are the foundation of the organization:
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1.To acquire knowledge of American History.
2.To preserve and restore places of Historical importance
associated with men and women who forwarded American
Independence.
3.To ascertain the deeds and honor the memories of the
men, women and children who rendered service to the
cause of the American Revolution.
4.To promote the celebration of patriotic anniversaries.
5.To honor and cherish the Flag of the United States of
America above every other flag.
6.To love, uphold and extend the principles of American
liberty and patriotism.
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DAR Facts Founded: October 11, 1890
Incorporated 1896 by an Act of Congress
Objectives: Historic Preservation, Education, Patriotism
Motto: God, Home, and Country
Membership: 170,000 members
3,000 chapters in all 50 states and Washington, D.C.;
International chapters in Australia, Austria, Bahamas,
Bermuda, Canada, France, Germany, Japan, Mexico, Spain,
United Kingdom
More than 890,000 women have joined the DAR since it
was founded.
Eligibility for Membership:
Any woman 18 years or older, regardless of race, religion,
or ethnic background, who can prove lineal descent from a
patriot of the American Revolution.
 You can become a member of a brotherhood of patriotic
men bought together by their heritage and welded into an
organization dedicated to the preservation of
Constitutional freedoms established by the founders of
our nation. As a member of the SAR you will be able to
take an active part in assuring your children of the same
freedoms you enjoyed. The local chapters of the society
afford an opportunity to become acquainted with a
brotherhood of men in your community with whom you
have common interest. Joining SAR will afford you
opportunity to serve your community to whatever degree
your time permits. In furthering patriotic education and
generating and preserving understanding and
appreciation, of the principles of government which our
forefathers established. SAR will guide you in
researching your family lineage to establish your right to
membership and once you become a member, will record
and preserve this information making it forever available
to your descendants
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SAR helps you to locate your patriot ancestor and to learn
their historical story
SAR membership provides a platform to educate others on
our history and the principals of our forefathers.
SAR membership helps you to understand your responsibility
as an American Citizen
SAR helps you to discover your family’s relationship to the
founding of our nation
SAR teaches you about patriotism
SAR will provide you an opportunity to honor your patriot
ancestor
SAR is a very prestigious organization that includes
membership by 16 U.S. Presidents. Military Generals,
Senators, Congressmen, Members of the U.S. Supreme Court
and other prominent American dignitaries
SAR members have pride in their heritage and a connection
with the spirit of our founding fathers
The SAR gives me a means to honor the sacrifices my ancestors
made in order to establish this great nation. And it gives me an
opportunity to carry forward the ideals upon which it was
founded.
SAR membership is vital at this time in American history. The
focus on political correctness and the de-emphasizing of the
facts in American History in both our society and our schools is
leading to a loss of respect and tradition for the American flag
and Constitutional form of democratic government.
My SAR membership constantly calls to my mind the courage,
the sense of duty and the participation by our early forebears in
creating a nation which is now our responsibility to maintain on
the foundations that they built.
“In these most difficult times for our nation, all our citizens
must be mindful of our heritage and the basic principles under
which America has grown to greatness and prospered in freedom.
I am proud of my membership in the Society of the Sons of the
American Revolution because of the important role the Society
plays in strengthening and preserving the American ideal.”
“The membership in the National Society, SAR, which I have
recently received, serves as a source of strength in these
turbulent times. It provides an awareness of how this nation
came to be, how it struggled for survival and to become free, how
it grew to a position of world leadership, and the necessity of
maintaining those qualities in our individual and national life if
the United States is to continue to be the kind of nation we want
it to be. As I become older, I realize the importance of
impressing these thoughts upon my five children.”