Rhea-Craig Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution NSDAR Motto: God, Home, Country

Over two hundred years ago, American Patriots fought and sacrificed for the freedoms we enjoy today. Through participation in the Society’s programs and activities you can continue this legacy by actively supporting historic preservation and promoting educational and patriotic endeavors. Any woman 18 years 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. NSDAR Motto: God, Home, Country

Monday, October 27, 2014

Daughters of the American Revolution Day - October 11

Monroe County Mayor Tim Yates signed a proclamation declaring October 11th Daughters of the American Revolution Day. DAR was founded in 1890 and has over 180,000 members.
From left to right: Barbara McKeel, Carrie Ann Bright, Jane Yates, Jo Watson, Marcia Long and Faye Sliger behind Mayor Yates.

A visit to King's Mountain and Cow Pens National Battlefield Parks on the 234th anniversary of the Battle of King's Mountain.

An Overmountain re-enactor and Rhea-Craig Chapter daughters Dana Myers and Caren Lorelle at the monument commemorating the decisive Revolutionary War Battle.

In commemoration of the Battle of Cowpens a monument honors those who fought and gave their lives for American Freedom.

Tuesday, October 21, 2014

A day at the Muscadine Festival in Sweetwater, TN

Our booth at the National Muscadine Festival was a big hit. We worked hard to make money for Veterans.