Monthly Archives: February 2025

Cincinnati SAR Participates in Youth Presentations – Harrison Elementary School

On Wednesday February 26th, the Cincinnati Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution completed presentations to Harrison Elementary students. The SAR team presenters included Vince McGeehan, Gregg Ballman, Ed Bonniwell, Bob Bowers and Mike Gunn.   There were over … Continue reading

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Missing In Action – a reminder …..

The SAR recognizes America’s heroes who are “Missing In Action” commonly referred to as “MIA”. These are patriots who for various reasons did not return home and their whereabouts are unknown. Missing in action is a casualty classification assigned to … Continue reading

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SAR Youth Education Programs adds a Video Contest for 2025

New for 2025! The SAR is getting caught up with the times by sponsoring a “Video Contest” to complement the many Youth Education contests which our young adults can participate in. Background: The SAR Youth Video Contest is an exciting … Continue reading

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Presidents Day – Luncheon – SAR DAR & CAR – Saturday Feb. 15th

On Saturday February 15th, on a drizzly day the Cincinnati Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution (CCSAR) participated in a special President’s Day luncheon hosted by the Cincinnati Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR).  Members of the Children … Continue reading

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Naturalization Ceremony – Friday February 21st – SAR was there!

The Cincinnati Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution are proud to be ongoing sponsors of Naturalization Ceremonies for new US Citizens. Compatriots Jerry Knight and Jack Bredenfoerder of the Cincinnati Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution … Continue reading

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Naturalization Ceremony – Friday Feb. 14th, 2025 – Welcome Home!

On Friday February 14th fifty-eight new citizens from 29 countries were sworn in as new US Citizens. Compatriots Jerry Knight and Jack Bredenfoerder of the Cincinnati Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution were there to welcome these new … Continue reading

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Come Join Us to Celebrate the 250th Anniversary of the Battles of Lexington and Concord – 4/19/2025

On Saturday April 19th, 2025, five Revolutionary War Patriots will be honored at a grave marking dedication in Washington Park, downtown Cincinnati. This grave marking event is part of the efforts of the Cincinnati Chapter of the Sons of the … Continue reading

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Happy Birthday – President William Henry Harrison – Friday Feb. 7th

On a beautiful sunny Friday morning, there was a parade and visit to the tomb of former President William Henry Harrison. Many members of the community, state of Ohio and armed forces participated in the parade up the hill from … Continue reading

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Lafayette Returns to Cincinnati – 200th anniversary – May 19 & 20th, 2025

This is a very historic event which Cincinnati SAR will participate in. Historical Background: In 1824-25, the Marquis de Lafayette’s returned to visit the United States.  His grand tour of the country in 1824-1825, which lasted almost 13 months, included … Continue reading

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Naturalization Ceremony – Cincinnati – New US Citizens – Feb 7 2025

Compatriot Jack Bredenfoerder of the Cincinnati Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution welcomed 58 new citizens from 29 countries at a naturalization held at the Potter Stewart Federal Courthouse in Downtown Cincinnati. Compatriot Bredenfoerder spoke to the assembly … Continue reading

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