Category Archives: Geneology

How to find out about our past

Simple Method to Read Hard to Read Headstones

Posted on February 27, 2024 by Tim Madden

Browsing Facebook this evening, noted a Facebook Post crafted by a SAR Member who goes by the moniker “Past Preservation”. The purpose of the video is to show you how to use shadows to better make out headstone lettering that … Continue reading →

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What is So Valuable About Our Past Ancestors?

Posted on January 15, 2024 by Tim Madden

I saw this image the other day while working on something and thought immediately about all of us trying to learn more about our ancestors. If you are like me, I occasionally save these tidbits of knowledge and inspiration. Sharing … Continue reading →

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Genealogy and SAR – How to Produce Approval Ready Applications and Reduce Turnaround Time

Posted on May 11, 2023 by Tim Madden

On May 5th, 2023 during our OHSSAR Annual Meeting in Cincinnati, we were treated to a learning session presented by Denise Hall – Senior Genealogist at the National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution. The presentation was to … Continue reading →

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Cincinnati SAR Hosts Ohio SAR Annual Meeting – P.S. It was a Success!!

Posted on May 11, 2023 by Tim Madden

For 2023, the Cincinnati Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution (CCSAR) hosted the 134th annual Ohio Society of the Sons of the American Revolution meetings (OSSAR). Kudos to the Cincinnati Chapter for hosting and all the hard work … Continue reading →

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Doug Bates – Presentation – Spreadsheet Tool – Used To Capture Family Genealogy

Posted on April 12, 2023 by Tim Madden

Searching for more information about your patriot ancestors? Just curious about a member of your family? Doug Bates may have developed a tool to help you solve your genealogical puzzles …..

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Genealogy Corner – Use of DAR Applications for SAR

Posted on March 10, 2023 by Tim Madden

Sharing this information as it may help you understand the difference between DAR record copies which “can be used” vs. “not acceptable” proof for SAR applications.

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Patriot Research System (PRS) – Article in SAR Magazine – It Is There For You!

Posted on March 7, 2023 by Tim Madden

Are you looking for a patriot Revolutionary War ancestor? A great place to start for SAR members seeking supplemental or additional information on their initial ancestor is the Patriot Research System (PRS) developed by the National SAR team. This website … Continue reading →

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What is the Proper Way to Care for our Ancestors Gravesite? Come and find out!

Posted on March 1, 2023 by Tim Madden

As a member of the SAR, we have patriot ancestors who go back 250 years. Many of us have sought out and visited our patriot grave sites. Some of these cemeteries are well maintained, some are not.

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Suspect You Have a American Revolutionary War Patriot in your Family? Basic Research

Posted on December 19, 2022 by Tim Madden

So Aunt Sally or Grandpa Joe shares a story at the latest family gathering that your late great great ancestor was a American Revolutionary War patriot. What does one do to take the next step? Here are some basic tools … Continue reading →

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SAR – Genealogical Research Library – it is there for you to explore!

Posted on July 7, 2022 by Tim Madden

Cincinnati members are blessed by having the National Headquarters for the Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) in downtown Louisville Kentucky. Located downtown in an area called “Museum Row”, in a beautiful building lies the national SAR headquarters as well … Continue reading →

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