Author Archives: Tim Madden

What Does It Take to Restore a 250 Year Old Cannon That Was Underwater?

Posted on January 27, 2026 by Tim Madden

Thanks to CCSAR Historian George Stewart for sharing this article. Recently, our chapter was donated a small cannon from a member.  The team of Brad Jarard, and his wife spent a tremendous amount of time to clean, prepare the surface, … Continue reading →

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Ceremony for 250th Anniversary of Battle of Quebec and death of General Richard Montgomery

Posted on January 26, 2026 by Tim Madden

Saturday, January 3, 2025 Celebrating the 250th Anniversary of Battle of Quebec and death of General Richard Montgomery, Hero & Patriot. This event commemorates the 250th anniversary of the tragic death of General Richard Montgomery during the unsuccessful assault on … Continue reading →

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William Henry Harrison – Parade and Wreath Laying – Special Birthday Event!

Posted on January 25, 2026 by Tim Madden

Attention SAR Colorguardsmen, We invite all SAR members including those in the Color Guard to participate in a commemorative event on Friday February 6th in North Bend / Cleves, OH. This event will commemorate the birthday of William Henry Harrison. … Continue reading →

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Cincinnati SAR – Youth Education Program – Living History Presentation to West Chester Homeschoolers

Posted on January 25, 2026 by Tim Madden

The Cincinnati Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution has a wonderful Youth Education Program. A key part of that effort is to go into area schools and share living history with the students and faculty. These Compatriots dress … Continue reading →

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Cincinnati SAR Cannon on Display at Anderson Township Historical Society

Posted on January 25, 2026 by Tim Madden

On January 6th, the Cincinnati Chapter’s Revolutionary War era cannon was put on display in Anderson Townships (Hamilton County, OH) History Room.  Plans are for it to be there through the middle of March. The History Room is the result … Continue reading →

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Naturalization Ceremony – St. Dominic School – Friday Jan. 23rd

Posted on January 25, 2026 by Tim Madden

Cincinnati SAR is back participating in local Naturalization Ceremonies. On Friday January 23rd, at St. Dominic School in Cincinnati, Compatriot Stephen McClanahan of the Cincinnati Sons of the American Revolution welcomed new US Citizens. On that day, there were 50 … Continue reading →

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The Great Chain – The Hudson River / West Point Obstacle

Posted on December 21, 2025 by Tim Madden

The following is a SAR episode titled “The Great Chain”. Sixty five ton’s of chain which closed off the Hudson River from the British. It was effective, it worked, it was amazing for the time. In today’s episode, we explore … Continue reading →

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We Are Grateful! How Did We Ever Become A Country?

Posted on December 21, 2025 by Tim Madden

We are entering (we are in!) the holiday season. Crazy times, full of family, full of worship, gifts to purchase, wrap and prepare for those meetings with friends and relatives.  Time to reflect on the past year.  Opportunity to look … Continue reading →

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250th Anniversary Event – Philadelphia – July 2-6, 2026 – All SAR Members Welcome!

Posted on December 21, 2025 by Tim Madden

Compatriots, we are entering the 250th anniversary year with 7/4/2026 coming closer!

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Status Update – Progress Update – Fort Laurens Reconstruction Efforts

Posted on December 21, 2025 by Tim Madden

Update – Progress!

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