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Vol 4 Issue 4 Official Publication of the Chapter, WA, Sons of the Revolution Apr 2018

Volume IV, Issue IV (April 2018) Official Publication of the WA State, Chapter Sons of the Editor: dick motz In This Issue Upcoming Events Alexander Hamilton ...... 2 War Battles in the month of January ...... 2 Revolutionary War Quiz ...... 2 What is the SAR? ...... 3 Message from the Vice President ...... 4 A Problem & a Solution ...... 4 5 May: WSSDAR Annual Conference, SAR Booth. Thoughts from the CG Commander ...... 5 Location: SeaTac Red Lion Hotel (all hands invited) March Birthdays ...... 5 7 May: DAR Rededication of Robert Gray Marker (4 Meeting News ...... 6 CG + 1 Drummer) State Meeting Highlights ...... 7 Location: Ocean Shores, Coastal Interpretive Wanted/For Sale ...... 10 Center, 1033 Catala Ave. S.E., 1pm Map link Special Dates in Apr 19 May: Next Chapter Meeting, Johnny’s at Fife, 9:00 AM. 1 Apr ...... April Fool’s day 19 May: Armed Forces Day Parade, need 5 color 1 Apr ...... Easter guard, 2 banner carriers plus Fife & Drum 5 Apr ...... National Deep Dish Pizza Day Bremerton, WA, 10:00 6 Apr ...... National Tartan Day 27 May: Memorial Day Celebrations, 7 Apr ...... National Beer Day Fir Lane Memorial Park 924 E. 176th. St. 9 Apr ...... Former Prisoner of War Day Spanaway, WA Need 4 Uniform Color Guard 13 Apr ...... Day 4 July: Independence Day Parade 17 Apr ...... Day Steilacoom, WA, 10:00 22 Apr ...... National Earth Day Need 5 color guard, 2 banner carriers plus Fife & 27 Apr ...... Arbor Day Drum)

Seems there is a National day for just about anything (National Day Site)

Hope you made it on time!!!

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Alexander Hamilton (1757–1804) ALEXANDER HAMILTON was never one to turn down a fight. The Founding Father is best known for his deadly with rival Aaron , but was involved in close to a dozen in his lifetime, including one with future President . Almost all of the arguments were resolved without any shots fired, except of course for his final duel. Nevertheless, Hamilton’s passionate drive pushed him into many confrontations, both physical and political, as he sought a lasting legacy. JOURNEY TO : Alexander Hamilton was born out of wedlock to European parents on , 1757. He grew up in the British West Indies, a group of small islands off the coast of Florida. His childhood was marked with tragedy. First, his father abandoned him and his mother. Later, his mother died of a severe illness, and her estranged husband seized her estate from the orphaned Hamilton brothers. The boys lived briefly with a cousin, but they were separated when the cousin committed suicide. This left 13-year-old Hamilton to fend for himself. He found a job at an import-export firm. Throughout his teenage years Hamilton was an avid reader, and he also developed an interest in writing. In 1772 he wrote a vivid account of a recent hurricane that ended up in the local newspaper. Locals were astounded. This self-taught teenager had some serious talent! The town leaders raised enough money to send Hamilton on a ship to the mainland, where he could attend King’s College in . America was on the brink of the Revolutionary War. (To be continued next month)

Revolutionary War Battles in the month of April Battle Date Colony/State Outcome Battle of Providien Apr 12, 1782 Ceylon French victory Battle of Bound Brook Apr 13, 1777 British victory Battle of Monck's Corner Apr 14, 1780 British victory Battle of Porto Praya Apr 15, 1781 Cape Verde Draw Siege of Fort Watson Apr 15, 1781 South Carolina Patriot victory Second Battle of Martinique Apr 17, 1780 Martinique Patriot victory Battles of Lexington & Concord Apr 19, 1775 Patriot victory: British forces driven back into Boston Apr 19, 1775 Massachusetts Patriot victory: British evacuate Boston Battle of the Mona Passage Apr 19, 1782 Mona passage British victory Lord Dunmore moves powder, standoff resolved without Gunpowder Incident Apr 20, 1775 violence. Action of 20–21 Apr 1782 Apr 20, 1782 Bay of Biscay British victory Apr 24, 1778 Patriot victory Battle of Blandford Apr 25, 1781 Virginia British victory Battle of Hobkirk's Hill Apr 25, 1781 South Carolina British victory Battle of Ridgefield Apr 27, 1777 British victory Battle of Fort Royal Apr 29, 1781 Martinique French victory Battle of Block Island Apr 6, 1776 Rhode Island British victory Battle of Bay Apr 8, 1782 New Jersey Patriot victory Battle of the Saintes Apr 9, 1782 Dominica British victory Battle of the Black River Apr-Aug, 1782 Guatemala British victory

Revolutionary War Quiz: (answer on page 10) The Treaty of in 1783 ended the war and recognized the sovereignty of the over the territory bounded by what is now Canada to the north, Florida to the south, and the Mississippi River to the west. A. True B. False

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What is the SAR? SAR is... EDUCATION - Boy Scouts: Mick Hersey in uniform and dressed in his Capt. uniform is teaching Cub Scout Pack 4506 about the American Flag.

(To be continued next month) Note from the Editor: If you have anyone that would like to get a copy of our newsletter, let me know and I will add them to the distribution list. Still need input from the membership!! Please send any items that may be of interest to the chapter to: [email protected]

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1925 Stamp commemorating the shot heard around the world It features the first stanza of 's "Concord Hymn."

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From the Vice President My Fellow Compatriots, We have a great chapter. From the time I joined the SAR, the one thing I heard was that the Alexander Hamilton chapter was the best chapter in the state. One of the things that make us great is that when we see a problem, we solve it. We’re problem solvers. One current problem is we have a vacancy in the Flag Recognition Chairman position. As a result, we haven’t been passing out Flag Recognition Certificates. But, that is a problem we can all help to solve. When you’re driving around town or just in your own neighborhood, keep an eye out for the American Flag. Maybe you could even ring a doorbell and ask if they would like to be recognized for flying the American Flag. If you’re really brave, you could even volunteer to be our Flag Recognition Chairman. While we’re talking about problem solving, I’d like to ask you to be on the lookout for other problems that you see within the chapter that need to be solved. Maybe there is something that you see that we could do better. Maybe you have an idea that no one’s ever thought of before. Maybe there’s something that just doesn’t seem right to you and you wonder why we do things that way. Whatever it is, let us know about it. There’s one problem when you’re the best. There is always someone who wants to take the title away from you. It’s easy to become complacent and to sit upon our laurels. So, I’m issuing you a challenge… “Keep Alexander Hamilton Great!” In the spirit of our Patriot Ancestors, Viren Lemmer, Vice President, Alexander Hamilton Chapter A thought from the editor: Hmmmmm… Yes Viren I do have a problem!!! I have been with the SAR just over a year now but I still do not know or recognize my fellow chapter members by sight. I had this same problem when I joined the Color Guard but the Color Guard now has a member directory, so that problem solved. (http://dickmotz.net/SAR-CG/CG_MembershipDirectory.pdf ). Now for a solution….. Would you my fellow compatriots be interested in having a directory of our chapter (sample at right)? Format is not in concrete. Information included can be modified. I find the CG directory to be a great tool in identifying my fellow compatriots. When communicating only with E-mail, it helps me attach a face to the name.

19 April 1775 Battle of Lexington & Concord

“The shot heard around the world.”

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Message from the CG Commander Why did you join the SAR? I would like to gift you with a takeaway question, "Why did you join the SAR?" Membership in the Sons of the American Revolution bring together a wide range of occupations and backgrounds, bound together by a common heritage carrying us back to the American Revolution. Here is a response by Doug Nelson, John Paul Jones Chapter and proud Color Guard member. “Why I joined the Sons of the American Revolution. I wasn’t sure what to expect at my first chapter meeting. They were a friendly bunch who made me feel comfortable. It was clear that they were honoring their patriot grandfathers who fought for America’s Independence. I joined. Prior research of the SAR revealed it was a nationally respected heritage society. That excited me! My work would not be forgotten for generations to come. As I filled out my application and gathered proof documents, it occurred to me that I was in essence memorializing each generation of grandparents in my application by listing their full birth names as well as dates and places for their births, marriages and deaths. I had to prove everything in my application. After receiving a Member Certificate and a copy of my approved application from their national society, I began researching and proving my lineage to more patriot grandfathers who fought or gave aid towards America’s Independence. It became personal. My Patriots are on both sides of my parents’ lineage. I’m very proud of this. I can point to a proven lineage and say it's been judged, recognized, and certified. I’m leaving a legacy for my children, grandchildren, and extended family. As I dove deeper into my family's past, and discovered additional patriots, my sense of wonderment and appreciation for the founding of our great country soared. American history came alive. It became a personal experience rather than an academic study. The exclusivity of being an SAR member was appealing. I have certified over two and a half centuries of my lineage in a time when many Americans don't know where their great grandparents came from or what their great grandparents, and grandparents before them, did. I joined the SAR because it’s an organization of men who believe in Patriotism, the importance of American History, and a respect for our American Heritage. Attending chapter meetings with like-minded men and meeting new friends was an additional bonus. Joining the SAR was like shining a spotlight on my patriot grandfather’s contribution in the Revolutionary War and making sure it’s not forgotten in the 21st century. After all, he was a first veteran of the United States. These are the some of reasons I joined the SAR!” Doug Nelson

After reading this, consider crafting your reply to "Why did I join the SAR?" Respectfully, Art Dolan, Sons of the American Revolution, State Color Guard Commander.

“Our HistOry is tHe NatiON’s HistOry, Be PrOud Of yOurs!”

Birthday wishes to all those Born in April David Richard Jackman Charles Paulsen Meacham Frederick Arthur Hardy Brandt Joseph Gibson Robert Edward Pringle

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News from the April 21st meeting:

Our guest speaker this month was Don Glickstein, who told us about “What your teachers never told us about the American Revolution”.

Very interesting take on the Revolutionary participants.

The AH Chapter entry, Benjamin Crosby is the Washington State Knight Essay winner and received the state National Knight Essay award and medal.

Benjamin read his essay to the chapter at the meeting and was presented with a monetary award by Art Dolan on behalf of the chapter.

A patriot Biography was presented by Lee Thomasson: My name is Lee H. Thomasson and I am a 20 year plus member of Sons of the American Revolution. I remember the thrill of finding that I had a revolutionary war ancestor and had thoughts of joining the S.A.R. My ancestors came from Virginia and were pioneers in Illinois and Kentucky so I soon discovered more patriots. The patriot ancestor I chose to prove and join on was William Halbert, my 5th great grandfather. William was born in Essex County, Virginia in 1760 and died in 1819. According to a written statement made by Henry Lee on Feb. 1812. He writes, "I do hereby certify that Wm. Halbert, formerly of the County of Richmond in the state of Virginia enlisted as a under my orders in the year '76' and that he served to the end of the war, in the course of which he received a severe wound the effects of which I believe he has never ceased to feel." Given under my hand the day and year above written. Henry Lee then, It Colonel Commander of Lee's Legions. This is the famous 'Light Horse Harry Lee", a favorite of General and the father of Robert E. Lee. A "dragoon" was a mounted soldier and Lee was called "Light Horse" for his policy of having a foot soldier swing up to ride behind a Dragoon, thus bring more fire power faster to a battle. Lee's Legions were in many battles under Washington's direct command. Much confusion in both S.A.R. and D.A.R. comes from the fact that there were two William Lee's from Essex County, Virginia. They were first cousins. My William remained a private and his cousin was an in the . I was the second person to discover this fact. Many S.A.R. and D.A.R. have filed on the wrong person but all were eligible for membership. Lee's legions spent the winter with General Washington at thus making my membership in "Washington's Army at Valley Forge" possible. I joined within weeks of becoming a S.A.R. member. William Halbert worked for a fellow Lee's Legions member on his Virginia plantation, "Elmwood" after the war as an "overseer." He filed for a land warrant in 1813 and received it. At this late date in his life, land could be sold for money and was more practical than a . My family connections to Virginia and the connections from the Halbert men's wives, connects me to many Confederate officers and Generals. The families are written about in Boddie's "Historical Southern Families."

Viren Lemmer was presented with the Bronze CG Medal and a supplemental certificate.

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Several new members were inducted: Joseph Pettit James Young Darron Nelson Jamie Barickman Liam Walter Zachary Bordelon Jonathan Blind Jean Paul Bordelon Hugh Walter Jr Jerry Bordelon Rick Wells Edward O'Neal York Barrett John Whelton James Barrett

A hearty welcome to all!!!

From the State Meeting in Kennewick, WA (Apr 27-28): WOW!!! So much to put into print!!! So much that I am totally overwhelmed as to where to start, but here goes!!!

President Tony Abbott presided with First Lady & DAR Charlotte in attendance along with over 100 other compatriots. There were 55 SARs from all eight Washington SAR Chapters. 12 DARs attended including State Regent Julie Pittman and First Vice Regent Lanabeth Horgen. First year all the DAR State officers and chapter regents invited to attend the banquet. The Mid-Columbia Host Chapter team under President Barry Moravek, Secretary Larry Flint, and founder Stan Wills, did an outstanding job arranging the Annual SAR Meeting.

Those receiving awards: At Friday’s Dinner: Stan presented a print imitation of the Declaration of Independence with U.S. Flag and Oath of Allegiance to Mike Bendickson, Blacksmith and Junior member of Spokane #1.

At Saturday’s Banquet: Tony Abbott presented a Certificate of Appreciation (for organizing the meeting) to Larry Flint, Barry Moravek, Stan Wills, Kelly Schultz, John Tipton, Bernie Beldin, Carol Bernard. He also presented a Certificate of Appreciation to chapters (for flag certificate presentations) Alexander Hamilton, Cascade Centennial, Fort Vancouver, George Washington, John Paul Jones, Seattle, Spokane #1 State Representative Brad Klippert presented flags that have flown over the U.S. Capital to .The USN Sea Cadet Corps, Columbia Basin Battalion for their Missing Man Ceremony, the Scottish Dancers, & the program Speaker Daniel Keenan. WASSDAR Regent Julie Pittmann Presented DAR Certificates of Appreciation to Stan Wills, Tony Abbott, & Arthur Dolan. Julie Pittmann was presented the SAR “Medal of Appreciation”. Cheryl Smith was given a Certificate of Appreciation. John Berg was presented with the SAR's Silver "C.A.R. Medal of Appreciation" and certificate. Karen Shultz, was presented with Martha Washington Medal and Certificate. The Red Lion Management was given a Certificate of Appreciation

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Index to award photos: (1) Michael Bendickson, age 10, (2) Russel Oliver (3) Larry Flint (4) Barry Moravek (5) Stan Wills (6) Kelly Shultz (7) John Tipton (8) Stefan Kovalenko (9) Flag award Chapter VPs (10) Tony Abbott (11) Art Dolan & Stan Wills (12) Julie Pittman (13) Karen Schultz.

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As for the rest of the proceedings, remember that old adage that says “A picture is worth a thousand words.”? Well I have a ton of pictures so I guess that should be worth a thousand tons of words!!! The Color Guard Preparing, Posting, & Retiring the Colors:

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29 Apr: The Membership Banquet (over 100 compatriots and others in attendance)

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Entertainment for the evening was provided by Scottish Bagpipes and Dancers (Isla Buck, Nyllee Malcolm, Ashlin Malcolm, Mariah Cramer, Cassandra Humphrys). They performed the Sword dance, the Highland Fling, the Lilt, and the Blue Bonnet Over the Boarder. To watch a video provided by Kelly Schultz Click here.

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If you have anything you want or have for sale, please send information to [email protected]

Revolutionary War Quiz answer: The in 1783 ended the war and recognized the sovereignty of the United States over the territory bounded by what is now Canada to the north, Florida to the south, and the Mississippi River to the west. True

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