Category Archives: Chapter History

By Compatriot George Stewart, Chapter Historian Highway Marker Border warfare characterized the American Revolution on the northwest frontier. Between August 26 and September 15, 1781, sixty-four survivors of Lochry’s Expedition were held captive by “Butler’s Rangers” (British-allied Indians led by … Continue reading →

By Compatriot George Stewart, Chapter Historian The idea of reenacting the Battle of Lochry’s Creek went back to 1976, when the nation began the celebration of its Bicentennial. Members of Col. Archibald Lochry Chapter, NSDAR, had always known about this, … Continue reading →

By Compatriot George Stewart, Chapter Historian They did it right for a first-of-its-kind celebration. A 225th Anniversary event normally draws a good crowd, so it was imperative that the planning and execution of this historically significant observance be placed in … Continue reading →

This article originally appeared in the Delhi Press, Miami-Whitewater Press, Price Hill Press and Western Hills Press in 1989. Guest Column Charles G. Edwards How many readers of this newspaper know of the S.A.R.? When mentioning the Sons of the … Continue reading →

The Millcroft Inn was a popular destination for the Cincinnati Chapter SAR for many years. Chapter meetings, luncheons, dinners were held there. It was also a popular after hours watering hole for our member. https://cin.ci/2sVlnYE  

By Compatriot George Stewart, Chapter Historian Mr. Earl E. Ertel was one of the leading young business men of Clermont County, Ohio, who attained more than local prominence in both commercial and political circles. He was a man of versatile … Continue reading →

By Compatriot George Stewart, Chapter Historian It is hard to believe the Chapter’s Revolutionary War Graves committee had been inactive since the early 1900’s. It was not until 1986, at the urging of Compatriot Charles Edwards, that the Chapter re-instituted … Continue reading →