National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution

Keyhole to History June 17, 1775, the Battle of Bunker Hill. After the Battles at Lexington and Concord, the Americans learned of British plans to surround the city of Boston with troops. Click here to learn more: https://education.sar.org/keyholes-to-history/1775-2/?playerid=131&audioid=0&playerview=1

🌳 The Connecticut Society SAR recently dedicated its 18th Liberty Tree at the Jabez Smith House in Groton, honoring Revolutionary War Patriot and Continental Marine Lt. Jabez Smith Jr. The event also featured a Revolutionary War encampment and public education activities as part of an SAR America 250 celebration.

Thank you to the Connecticut Society for helping preserve and share the legacy of our Patriot ancestors. 🇺🇸

On June 13 in Charlestown, Indiana, a grave marking ceremony and historical marker unveiling was held for one of the original trustees of the city of Louisville and Revolutionary War Patriot, George Slaughter.

A native of Virginia, George Slaughter was part of the 8th Virginia Regiment and was at Valley Forge. In 1780, Slaughter joined George Rogers Clark’s forces at the Falls of the Ohio. Major George Slaughter participated in the Battle of Piqua (1780) and managed the construction of Fort Nelson—a fort once located one block from SAR headquarters.

Two Years in the making: On 30 August 2023, Stuart Martin and Allen Manning met with Treva Hodges, Mayor, City of Charlestown, Indiana, and her Parks Staff to discuss placing a memorial stone and SAR Emblem to conduct at Grave Marking.

The headstone was approved and delivered to the city in May 2026 and the Indiana Historical marker delivered to the city in April 2026. The city of Charlestown installed the Historical Marker and Allen Manning installed the VA headstone as well as a red granite stone with a SAR bronze lug emblem, a DAR emblem and a Descendants of Valley Forge emblem to honor his service.

Raise a glass to history! 🍻 Whether you're enjoying a cold beverage at home or sharing stories with fellow compatriots, SAR barware is the perfect way to show your patriot pride. Visit the SAR Online Store and explore our collection of glasses, mugs, and drinkware today.

Shop now at sar.org/store.

Happy Flag Day! 🇺🇸

Today we celebrate the American flag and all it represents—freedom, service, and the ideals our nation was founded upon. We hope you’ll take a moment to reflect on the history behind the Stars and Stripes and the generations of Americans who have proudly served under it.

On Friday, June 12, 2026, the SAR was pleased to welcome approximately 50 members of the Southern Dames of America during their Louisville conference visit.

Guests received a behind-the-scenes tour of the construction progress on the upcoming SAR Museum led by Interim Museum Director Joe Alexander, along with a stop at the SAR Genealogical Research Library. The group also enjoyed a presentation from our Education and Collections Manager highlighting SAR’s mission and collections.

We’re grateful they made SAR one of their Louisville stops and enjoyed sharing a look at what’s ahead for the museum and our educational programs!

Thanks to everyone who joined us at SAR Headquarters for our Flag Day celebration!

We had a great day filled with free popcorn, music, face painting, SAR swag, and activities for kids. Special thanks to America 250KY for sharing information about the nation’s upcoming 250th anniversary, and to Navigate for their generous sponsorship of the event.

Happy Flag Day!