September 2023

The colonists came together for a common goal to win independence and take control over their destiny. 

Many of our compatriots came together in fellowship at our chapter business meeting on August 19th. Our common purpose is service to the goals and principles of the Sons of the American Revolution by promoting patriotism, serving our communities and educating and inspiring future generations about the founding principles of our Country.

I was so impressed and awestruck as Compatriot Craig Anderson talked about the programs and activities our chapter is involved in. 

Given our active membership size, we are mighty!



There were more than 40 bullet-point items on the list Craig presented covering community events, color guard, America 250, School “Living history” presentations, youth programs, teacher recognition, flag certificates and veteran recognition. 

And these do not even include our latest 1776 Book Challenge project to place 1776 books in the hands of 5^thgrade teachers. This is being accomplished with about 35 – 40 active members out of our total membership roster of 185. 

Imagine what we could accomplish with more active members. 

First, I want to thank everyone for their membership and support that you provide in time, participation, committee volunteerism, and funding. These are all very important and essential.

Second, I would ask for new blood. The lifeblood of any organization is an engaged and active membership which also requires fresh ideas and new blood. Each of us knows of friends, family members, or contacts through other organizations that may qualify for membership in the SAR. Please take the opportunity to encourage others to join and participate. Just 10 new active members would increase our contributions and outreach by 25%.  

Do you know one person you could share the SAR story with?



Finally, I would ask that each of us recommits to participating a little more than we have during the past year. Just a little effort goes a long way. Just 1 hour a month from our 185 members would result in more than 2,200 hours over the course of the next year. 

Imagine what we could accomplish. I personally have always found that the value and benefit I receive is equal to the time and commitment I put into something. There is so much value the SAR offers, not just to ourselves, but to future generations. 

Please participate and contribute in whatever way you are able and that calls to you.

In fellowship, Jon Wroten

The SAR Mission 

“Patriotism - History – Education”

Sacramento Chapter's 1776 Book Challenge is Officially Underway.

The 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence is just around the corner - July 4th, 2026. Our goal is to provide at least 1776 books to classrooms written for 5th grade students that inspire patriotism and a love of our American Heritage. Each teacher will receive a classroom set of books that can be used for years to come.

Teachers participating in the program will make these books available to their students and encourage them to read and report out on what they have read. Where possible, teachers can select the books that they want for their classrooms.

We need your help!

Join the 1776 Book Challenge by donating funds that will enable us to purchase books for this program. For each $10 donated, we will place a book plate with your name or your business name in each book.

Donors may elect to sponsor 1 or more 5th grade classrooms with a donation of $350 each by specifying the teacher's name and school.

You may donate by sending your check to Sacramento SAR, P.O. Box 6664, Folsom, CA. 95763-6664. Open and print the donation form at the link below:

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You may donate by credit card at the following link.

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Sacramento Chapter September Meeting

6PM September 20th, 2023

Our September meeting held at the Old Spaghetti Factory, 1625 Watt Ave. on September 20 at 6:00PM. Our meeting will feature guest speakers Allie Sahli and Janey Moffit, teachers who were selected by the California Society to attend Freedoms Foundation at Valley Forge workshops on the revolutionary war south along with related battlefield tours. Allie Sahli teaches at Live Oak Elementary School in Lodi, CA. and Janey Moffit teaches at Loomis, CA. These educators will share their experiences and impressions of the 2023 Graduate Teachers program.

Contact Wesley Anderson at Wesleyann2@comcast.net or (530) 312-0917 or Craig Anderson at craigandersonsar@gmail.com or (916) 257-7892 for reservations.

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Sacramento Chapter October Meeting

9AM October 28th, 2023



Our October Business Meeting, originally set for October 21^st, has been re-scheduled to the following Saturday, October 28th at 9AM Cattlemen’s Restaurant in Rancho Cordova. The National Society’s Vice President General for the Western Region, Robert P. Moore will be joining us and is looking forward to meeting and talking with our members.

Please mark your calendars

John Glover

When Washington arrived in Boston in April 1776 to take command of the Continental Army, he found that his command consisted of several thousand untrained, undisciplined Militia. Militia leaders were elected by popular vote, and most had no experience leading troops in battle. He found that it was a rabble masqueradingas an army.

An exception that caught Washington eye was John Glover, a mariner who commanded a militia unit from Marblehead, Mass, and as a mariner and ship owner had instilled in his troops the high degree of discipline and order typically found aboard ships. This was in stark contrast to most of the Militia units that had laid siege to the British Troops in Boston. Washington took an instant liking to Glover. 

When the British abandoned Boston, many of the militia units surrounding Boston went back to their families and homes, and Washington marched what was left of his army south to New York City - which he rightly assumed would be the next British target. After arriving in New York, Washington began to recruit his army and soon sent for John Glover and his Marbleheaders.

Following the Battle of Long Island on August 27th, the Marbleheaders were ordered to Long Island where they took up positions between Fort Putman and Wallabout Bay. The following day, Washington ordered them to evacuate his troops from Long Island. The evening of August 29^th, under the cover of fog and inclement weather, John Glover and his Marbleheaders, now known as the 14^th Continental Regiment, ferried Washington's entire army, including horses, artillery, and supplies across the East River without losing a single life, without detection by the British Army, and saved the American Army and perhaps the American Revolution.

During Washingtons retreat from New York City, John Glover’s regiment took an active part in the actions against the British at Kip’s Bay, Pell’s Point, and White Plains helping to prevent the British from cutting off his retreat.

After suffering defeats at Long Island, White Plains, Fort Washington, and Fort Lee, Washington’s Army retreated west to Pennsylvania. He had lost over 5000 of his troops in these battles and morale was low. Enlistments for many of his regiments were set to expire at the end of the year. His only hope to keep his army together was to have a victory against the British before these troops left the service. Once again, he called on John Glover whose men successfully ferried the American army across the Delaware River in the evening of December 25^th, 1776, and allowed Washington’s historical victory at Trenton, New Jersey.

Glover and his Marbleheader’s roles at the Battle of Long Island and Trenton were unquestionably key elements that helped keep Washington’s Army together in the early days of the war and contributed to saving the American Revolution.

Craig Anderson

Sacramento Chapter America 250 Honor Roll lists SAR Members and our Partners in Patriotism who have participated in our chapter's America 250 program. Thanks to everyone for their hard work! If you have questions and would like to participate, please contact Craig Anderson craigandersonsar@gmail.com Click on the button below to view a video overview of the program.

Minutes of the August Business Meeting of the Sacramento Chapter, SAR

Saturday August 19, 2023 at the Cattleman’s Restaurant, Rancho Cordova, CA

Exec Vice President Jon Wroten called the Meeting to Order at 9:15 am

The Invocation was given by Russ Kaiser follow by the Pledge of Allegiance and the Pledge to the SAR led by VP Wroten.  There being 13 SAR members in attendance, a quorum was established, and the following business items were discussed:

1.     The first item of business was to welcome and induct our newest member Douglas Poore, a descendant of Zophar Mack.

2.     Craig Anderson gave a brief presentation about the 250^th Program and indicated that he has talked with several members regarding the criteria for the medals and is trying to get more involvement by our members.

October 21, 2023: DAR District Meeting, American Legion Hall in Placerville at 10:00 a.m

October 28, 2023: DAR meeting at The Northridge Country Club, at 12:30 p.m.

December 16th, 2023: Wreaths Across America with The Charlotte Parkhurst Chapter DAR at the veteran's hall, 1300 Forest Ave. Folsom Ca.



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