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Birth of a Nation
American Revolution
1775–1783
Organizations honoring the patriots who fought for American independence from British rule.
The American Revolution marked the founding struggle of the United States, uniting colonists in their fight for independence from British rule. Veterans of this era and their descendants formed the earliest patriotic societies to preserve the ideals of liberty, self-governance, and civic duty. Organizations associated with this conflict honor the nation’s origins and the sacrifices that gave rise to American democracy. Organizations and patriotic societies tracing their origins to the fight for American independence (1775–1783).
The Revolutionary War gave birth to the United States and inspired some of the oldest and most enduring patriotic organizations. The Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) was founded in 1890 to honor the memory of those who fought for independence, with a mission focused on promoting historic preservation, education, and patriotism. Similarly, the Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) preserves the lineage of patriots. These organizations help keep the ideals of liberty and self-governance alive, with direct ties to the founding of the nation.
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Preserving America's Heritage, honoring those who served, Educating, and Inspiring Future Generations.
For God and My Country
Tying It All Together in Service and Friendship, Look to the Past to Build the Future.
To honor and perpetuate the memory and spirit of the men and women who, by their acts and counsel, assisted in the establishment, defense and preservation of the American Colonies.
The Daughters of the American Revolution is an organization with a deeply rich history while also being truly relevant in today's world. More than 930,000 women have joined the organization since it was founded close to 125 years ago.
The Society's mission is to honor and preserve the memory of the patriots who endured the winter encampment at Valley Forge. It is "a historical and genealogical organization dedicated to honoring the men and women of the Encampment at Valley Forge."
Steadfast for God and Country
Overview Women and men descended from ancestors who lived in the American Colonies between 1607-1775. What Organization Does Furthering interest in and study of America's...
The museum celebrates over 245 years of Army history, dating back to the Army's founding on June 14, 1775, and honors soldiers from all components of the Army—the regular Army, the Army Reserve, and the Army National Guard.RetryClaude can make mistakes. Please double-check cited sources.
honor and positively impact the lives of Veterans, their families and our communities through sharing the Veteran experience.
The National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) is a nonpolitical, nonsectarian hereditary patriotic organization founded in 1889 to preserve and promote the history of the American Revolution. The Society is dedicated to maintaining institutions of American freedom, fostering patriotism, and honoring the men and women who achieved American independence.
