Author Archives: Tim Madden

Writing of the Declaration of Independence – Who Said It Would Be Easy

Posted on August 11, 2025 by Tim Madden

The Continental Congress was charged with drafting the Declaration of Independence. The Continental Congress enlisted the skills of a young Virginia nobleman named Thomas Jefferson. Jefferson drafted the initial versions of this foundational document. Without learning more, we would think … Continue reading →

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Patriot Grave Marking – NKY Simon Kenton Chapter – seeking SAR participation

Posted on August 11, 2025 by Tim Madden

Your Help Is Greatly Needed – Honor Our Heroes with Us The Simon Kenton Chapter has two major Patriot Grave Marking Services (PGMS) coming up this September and October, and we earnestly request your participation. Your service—whether as a member … Continue reading →

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New Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Chapter – Recognizing African American Patriots

Posted on August 11, 2025 by Tim Madden

History cannot be denied.  Relatively unknown is the contributions that African American’s made to the Revolutionary War fight for independence. Here in Cincinnati, a new African American Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Chapter has been created recognizing their service … Continue reading →

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Special Brew – Colonial Yankee Ale – Come One, Come Ye All!

Posted on August 11, 2025 by Tim Madden

It was just a couple of years ago when Compatriot George Stewart introduced our Cincinnati Chapter to a wicked brew accurately named Colonial Yankee Ale).  George’s brother had reproduced this brew using a Revolutionary War era beer recipe.  George would … Continue reading →

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Miller Flag Exhibit – Closing Reception – Friday August 15th

Posted on August 11, 2025 by Tim Madden

Compatriots, On Friday August 15th, there will be a Closing Reception for the Miller Flag Exhibit. Time: – from 6:30 – 8:00 pm Location: at the Harmon Museum, 105 S Broadway St, Lebanon, OH 45036. Flag Exhibit – all 70 … Continue reading →

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Naturalization Ceremony – Citizenship the Right Way – August 7th – Cincinnati SAR

Posted on August 9, 2025 by Tim Madden

Cincinnati Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution regularly attends Cincinnati metro area Naturalization Ceremonies to welcome new US Citizens.

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Presidents Update – Awards Galore – Cincinnati SAR Participates in 2025 National Congress

Posted on August 9, 2025 by Tim Madden

The Cincinnati Chapter had six members attend the SAR National Congress at the Mohegan Sun Resort, on the Mohegan reservation, in Uncasville, CT on July 12th-18th.. Personally attending this event was a significant and much appreciated contribution to the efforts … Continue reading →

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Interested in Purchasing A Historic Landmark?

Posted on August 5, 2025 by Tim Madden

How often do we have the opportunity to purchase a piece of American Revolutionary War history? Here is your opportunity to purchase the Boston home of founding father John Hancock. For the first time in decades, the home is being … Continue reading →

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2025 National SAR Congress – Cincinnati Awards

Posted on August 5, 2025 by Tim Madden

Compatriots, The Cincinnati Chapter was well recognized at the 2025 National Congress in Connecticut held from Saturday July 12th through Friday July 19th. Scott Freeman shared the below summary of the awards received on behalf of the Cincinnati Chapter.  We … Continue reading →

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2025 National SAR Congress – Summary and Highlights of Events for Ohio SAR Officers

Posted on August 5, 2025 by Tim Madden

The recent 2025 National SAR Congress was held from Saturday July 12th through Friday July 18th in Connecticut. As a follow up to that event, Steven Kaplan, past Ohio Society President held two Zoom calls to share the highlights of … Continue reading →

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