Author Archives: Tim Madden

Cannon Reconstruction Update – Tested and Ready for Action!

Posted on October 26, 2025 by Tim Madden

The following post is an update to the previous “Cannon” blog article issued just a couple of weeks ago.   In late summer the Cincinnati Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution was gifted replica Revolutionary War cannon by CCSAR … Continue reading →

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Recent Passing of Donald Lee Bunnell – Sept 30th 2025

Posted on October 25, 2025 by Tim Madden

Donald Lee Bunnell March 5, 1936 – September 30, 2025 We are sad to report that one of our long term Cincinnati SAR members has passed.  We were informed recently by Donald’s wife Kathleen Bunnell. Donald was 89 years old and … Continue reading →

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Adding A Bit of Boom To Our SAR Presentations and Events

Posted on October 23, 2025 by Tim Madden

Boom! Back in late summer the Cincinnati Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution was gifted a replica Revolutionary War cannon. One of our members had this cannon for many years.  It was clear that the cannon was not operational … Continue reading →

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Article – The Swords of George Washington – Always By His Side

Posted on October 23, 2025 by Tim Madden

Sharing an article published by the “George Washington – Mount Vernon organization. Throughout George Washington’s career, the sword at his side was a constant. During his career, he had personal swords and those given for special occasions or awards. The … Continue reading →

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Article – Benjamin Franklin’s house in London

Posted on October 23, 2025 by Tim Madden

The National SAR publishes a weekly podcast “American Revolutionary War Rarities which is emailed to members. If you have seen this, please disregard, if not please enjoy learning a bit more about one of our key founding fathers and his … Continue reading →

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Article – The Shaping of a Constitutional Republic Could Have Been Different ……

Posted on October 23, 2025 by Tim Madden

As we dig deeper into the creation and adoption of our Constitution, there were great founding fathers who had many opposing viewpoints. At the conclusion of their work, they had a product which admittedly was not perfect, did not agree … Continue reading →

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Unlocking the Mysteries of Revolutionary War Patriot Burial Sites in Southwest Ohio

Posted on October 23, 2025 by Tim Madden

Library Lock-in Event – October 4th, 2025 Michael Gunn is the Committee Chairman of the Cincinnati Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution – Grave Marking Programs. Mike is continuously performing research on Patriots buried in the Southwest Ohio … Continue reading →

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Passing of Jay Doty, Jr. – CCSAR Member since 2017

Posted on October 19, 2025 by Tim Madden

We recently learned of the passing of Jay Doty, Jr..

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Update: Work to Revitalize Ft. Laurens Tomb of Unknown Soldiers Gets Started

Posted on October 19, 2025 by Tim Madden

Ft. Laurens is the only Revolutionary War fort in Ohio.

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CCSAR Plants Heritage Liberty Tree in Clermont County

Posted on October 19, 2025 by Tim Madden

America 250: Heritage Tree Dedication with Martha Washington & Revolutionary War Soldier BATAVIA, OHIO (Oct. 8, 2025) – A revolutionary-style celebration! Living historians portraying Martha Washington and a Revolutionary War soldier are joining officials today at Sycamore Park in Batavia … Continue reading →

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