Monthly Archives: May 2024

Welcome to New US Citizens – Naturalization Ceremony – May 30th

Welcome home! Congratulations to the new US Citizens who were sworn in on Thursday May 30th.

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Field of Memories – Arlington Memorial Gardens – Cincinnati OH – Monday May 27th

On a gloriously beautiful Memorial Day on Monday May 27th, there was a special ceremony at Arlington Memorial Gardens in the North Bend / College Hill Cincinnati area. Waving in the brisk breeze were 1000 American Flags to recognize those … Continue reading

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Patriot Comes Home – James Marrah – World War II Veteran

We have heard the term “War is Hell”. It strikes home when a fallen patriot is returned home to be joined with his loved ones to honor his/her life.  It is even more remarkable for his return after 81 years … Continue reading

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“Battle of Yorktown” as presented by Dr. Ed Bonniwell – Friday May 24th

One of the primary missions of the Sons of the American Revolution is to share the history of the American Revolution. This education is shared to young and old alike.  We feel it is important for citizens to understand and … Continue reading

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Naturalization Ceremony – Friday May 24th – Cincinnati

The Cincinnati Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution participated in a Naturalization ceremony here in Cincinnati on Friday May 24th. Jerry Butler of the CCSAR was there to welcome fifty-seven new US citizens representing twenty-eight originating countries. The … Continue reading

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Honor Flight – Cincinnati Airport – Wednesday May 22nd, 2024

On Wednesday May 22nd, members of the Sons of the American Revolution were on hand to welcome home Veterans who took the flight to Washington DC to visit their respective memorials to their branch of service. The approximate time of … Continue reading

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Cincinnati Naturalization Ceremony – SAR Welcomes New Citizens

On Friday May 17th, Compatriots Jerry Knight and Jack Bredenfoerder of the Cincinnati Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution participated in and welcomed 58 new citizens from 35 countries at a naturalization ceremony.   This ceremony was held … Continue reading

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Benjamin Franklin – a man of many letters ……… seriously!

One of our best known founding fathers, Benjamin Franklin was a master of many talents. We know of him for his electricity experiments, printing press, master ambassador and founding father for a few.  This man seems to have had an … Continue reading

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SAR Youth Education Awards – Essay Contest Winner – Chapter and State – May 9th

Every year the Sons of the American Revolution sponsor a series of patriotic themed contests which involve youth from elementary school through high school. The Cincinnati Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution (CCSAR) has a highly recognized team … Continue reading

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Bringing a World War II Hero Home – Lt. Marrah – Saturday May 25th – London Ohio

Compatriots, Sharing the details for the repatriation of the remains of WWII Lt. James H. Marrah. On Saturday, May 25th, 2024 there will be services for Lt. Marrah: The Funeral service will be at 12:30 PM at (visitation starts at … Continue reading

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