Veteran's Day Wreath Laying Ceremony, November 11, 2013 at the War Memorial in Downtown Rochester. Members of the SAR, CAR and DAR, pictured above, brought wreaths forward for the annual wreath laying ceremony.
President Eagan speaking to the Binghamton Chapter on October 26, 2013 about his Patriot ancestor William Johnston
Kelsey Bridge Cemetery Dedication, Theresa, NY - Oct 2nd
Our newest member, Nathan Thompson, receiving his Membership Certificate at our Chapter meeting on September 18, 2013. New members typically receive their certificates in the mail, but our Chapter is happy to present it to members in a formal fashion during our monthly meetings.
Our esteemed treasurer, Bob Coomber, receiving the Liberty Medal, which was awarded at the State Meeting and then presented at our Chapter meeting on September 18, 2013.
One of our newest members, Nate Thompson, receiving the War Service Medal, September 18, 2013
SAR Annual Picnic with visit to Lakeview Cemetery
Groveland Bicentennial at the Groveland Ambuscade, September 7, 2013. Left to Right is Mike Tunison, David Richardson and Bob Fuller. The event consisted of a skirmish re-enactment, parade, dedication at the monument and fireworks!
Wadsworth Homestead Tour, Geneseo, NY August 24, 2013
Dave Grosvenor receiving his Chaplain name badge from President Eagan at the August 21 Board of Managers Meeting.
Mt. Hope Revolutionary War Tour on August 10, 2013
Mt. Hope Cemetery Revolutionary War tour held on August 10, 2013. There were over 60 guests taking the tour, not including SAR, tour guides, and Towpath Volunteers.
Tour guide Steve Clarke is visible facing the camera just to the left of the main monument. Bill Brewer is also visible in the photo, as are Brent Downing and Bob Coomber on the far right. Two or three members of the Towpath Volunteers can be seen. SAR prospective member Dave Austin was also in period attire and holding the Betsey Ross flag.
August 6, 2013 a Patriot Camp for children was held at Kings Bend Park in Pittsford, NY. Following a short participative lecture on the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the children (ages 5 - 11) put on clear transparent shower caps. Then in groups of three (because the event organizers only had three powdered wigs), children were allowed to wear a powdered wig and a tricorn hat while they "officially signed" a copy of the Declaration with a red quill pen. About 60 children took park, and the event got a Section B, front-page photo and article on Tuesday morning in the D & C.
American Revolution booth at the annual "Salute the Troops" event at Sampson State Park south of Geneva on August 3
July 17, 2013 Rochester Chapter Sons of the American Revolution monthly meeting, which includes the Board of Managers. All members are invited to attend our monthly meetings, as well as, all of our events!
Re-Enactment of the British Siege of Fort Niagara, 1759
Canandaigua Independence Day Parade, July 4, 2013
Photographers Dream Day at Mt. Morris Visitor Center, June 29th
On May 31, 2013, 7th Graders at Athena Middle School created a Smithsonian Exhibit in their English classes to demonstrate what they learned about the American Revolution, Westward Expansion and the Civil War. Below are posters, artifacts and models made about the American Revolution.
Mike Tunison, Bob Coomber, David Richardson and his daughters Kayla and Leah marched in the Conesus Memorial Day Parade on May 27, 2013
Waterloo Parade, May 25, 2013
ROTC Medals and Certificates Presented at U of R on May 1st
Brent Downing instructing CAR members on the proper way to fold the American flag at the CAR meeting on March 24, 2013
SAR Joint Meeting with Buffalo Chapter, February 23, 2013
SAR Presentations to 7th Graders at Athena Middle School
Compatriot Brent Downing presenting to the Ensign Robert Wilson Chapter of the CAR at their Chapter meeting on January 27, 2013. Mr. Downing discussed the conflict between Patriot settlers of the Western frontier and the Tory and Indian allies which resulted in a deadly attack at the Battle of Wyoming, July 3, 1778.
