West Plains, MO. – On Saturday, April 1, 2023, State SAR Officers: Mr. Gene Henry and Mr. Michael Powers will be present to lead a planning meeting about researching your revolutionary ancestors. The luncheon meeting will be held at the American Legion Hall, 1401 Bill Virdon Blvd., West Plains at 11:30 a.m.
Establishing a local SAR Chapter is a primary goal of the meeting. At the meeting, there will be informed researchers – people present who can assist attendees with lineage research information and recommendations on finding revolutionary patriots. Lunch will be provided and any men in the West Plains and surrounding communities who have an interest in learning more about tracing their ancestors to the American Revolution are encouraged to attend this rare opportunity. Any questions or for more information contact Ms. Cindy Pirch at (417) 629-4102.
The meeting is open to the public and will precede the monthly meeting of the Ozark Spring, NSDAR, scheduled for 2:00 p.m. The Ozark Spring, NSDAR April meeting topic, “The Art of Grave Dowsing” will be presented by Ms. Marcia Morse, a member of the Poplar Bluff Chapter, NSDAR. Meeting Hostesses are Sue Evans and Holly O’Brien. ALL Ozark Spring, NSDAR meetings are free and open to the public.
The Missouri SAR (l 23, 1889) is a lineage society whose members can trace their ancestors to Patriots who fought in and/or supported the American Revolution. We honor their service to the founding of our great nation and because of their sacrifices, we enjoy the freedoms that we have today.
The mission of the Missouri SAR is to promote Patriotism, History, and Education. The SAR accomplishes their mission by recognizing America’s veterans and public service members. A few of the membership’s activities include a scholastic contest and scholarship awards for young people, recognition of young leaders in JROTC and Eagle Scouts. Additionally, SAR promotes history and recognizes outstanding history teachers for their service and provides a Color Guard for many Patriotic and Community events.
