Join Port Tobacco DAR

From South Maryland News: Join Port Tobacco DAR

Do you have a Revolutionary War patriot in your family tree?

If the answer is yes, then consider membership in the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution, a volunteer women’s organization that honors and preserves the legacy of our patriot ancestors.

More than 200 years ago, American patriots fought and sacrificed for the freedoms we enjoy today. As a member of the DAR, you can continue this legacy, actively promote patriotism, preserve American history and secure America’s future through better education for children.

Who is eligible for DAR membership? Any woman 18 or older, regardless of race, religion or ethnic background, who can prove lineal descent from a patriot of the American Revolution is eligible for membership.

DAR volunteers are willing to provide guidance and assistance with your first step into the world of genealogy.

How is a patriot defined? DAR recognizes patriots not only as soldiers, but also as anyone who contributed to the cause of American freedom.

To find out if your ancestor is recognized by the DAR as a Revolutionary War patriot, a request form is available online at www.dar.org by clicking on “Membership.”

There you will find helpful instructions, advice on finding your lineage and a prospective member information request form.

DAR has 167,000 members in nearly 3,000 chapters worldwide, including chapters in 12 foreign countries. Since its founding in 1890, DAR has admitted more than 870,000 members.

Port Tobacco chapter of the NSDAR was founded in 1965. Currently there are 80 members who are actively working in the community to further the mission of the national society, which is to promote historic preservation, education and patriotism. To find out more email porttobaccodar@gmail.com.
Diane Milstead, La Plata
The writer is the regent of the Port Tobacco chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution.