Children of the American Revolution

The Children of the American Revolution (CAR) was founded on April 5, 1895, by Harriett Lothrop. The idea was proposed February 22, 1895, at the Fourth Continental Congress of the National Society, Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR).[1] The organization was promptly chartered by the United States Congress, and CAR, is now the nation's oldest and largest, patriotic youth organization.[2] CAR offers membership to anyone under the age of 22 who is lineally descended from someone who served in the Continental Army or gave material aid to the cause of freedom in the American Revolution. There are three parent organizations: DAR, Sons of the American Revolution, and Sons of the Revolution.

Children of the American Revolution
Children of the American Revolution ceremony in Mississippi
AbbreviationCAR / NSCAR
MottoFor God and My Country
FormationApril 5, 1895 (1895-04-05)
FounderHarriett Lothrop
TypeNon-profit
PurposeFamily history society, American Revolution
HeadquartersWashington, D.C., United States
Websitewww.nscar.org

CAR Headquarters are housed in the DAR Constitution Hall. The National Headquarters houses a museum dedicated to CAR and American history, archives, a library, records, and a chapel.

Founding

Harriett Lothrop (1844-1924) was a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution and the owner of The Wayside in Concord, Massachusetts (not to be confused with the Wayside Inn in Sudbury, Massachusetts). She was the author of a number of children's books and the widow of publisher Daniel Lothrop. She was a friend of Julia Ward Howe and the Alcott family.

She felt strongly that there needed to be an organization to teach children American history and patriotic values. She founded the Children of the American Revolution (CAR) to accomplish these goals. Originally, all leaders in the CAR were adult members of DAR, but the leadership style evolved over time; now the organization is led by a National President, 13 National Officers, nine National Vice Presidents of the Regions, State Presidents, National Chairmen, and equal Seniors.

Objectives

The N.S.C.A.R. has six primary objectives in its by-laws; these objectives are the foundation of the organization:[3]

  1. To acquire knowledge of American History.
  2. To preserve and restore places of Historical importance associated with men and women who forwarded American Independence.
  3. To ascertain the deeds and honor the memories of the men, women and children who rendered service to the cause of the American Revolution.
  4. To promote the celebration of patriotic anniversaries.
  5. To honor and cherish the Flag of the United States of America above every other flag.
  6. To love, uphold and extend the principles of American liberty and patriotism.

Membership

Originally, membership in the CAR was open to any girl, under age 18, or boy, under age 21, who was descendant from a patriot who supported the cause of American independence. Current membership requirements are as follows -

“Any boy or girl under the age of twenty-two years is eligible for membership in The National Society of the Children of the American Revolution who is lineally descended from a man or woman who, with unfailing loyalty, rendered material aid to the cause of American Independence as a soldier, sailor, civil officer, or recognized patriot in one of the several Colonies or States, or of the United States, provided that the applicant is personally acceptable to the Society."

Members of the CAR are assisted and advised by adults who are known as senior leaders. Senior leaders are usually members of either the Daughters of the American Revolution or the Sons of the American Revolution.

Creed

I believe in the Children of the American Revolution as an organization for the training of young people in true patriotism and love of country, in order that they shall be better fitted for American citizenship. As a descendant of the Founders of my Country, I believe that my birthright brings a responsibility to carry on their work, and that as the boys and girls of 1776 took an active part in the War for Independence, so the boys and girls of today have a definite work to do for their Country. As a member of the Children of the American Revolution, I believe it is my duty to use my influence to create a deeper love of country, a loyal respect for its Constitution and a reverence for its Flag, among the young people with whom I come in contact.

Notable members

National Presidents

YearNational PresidentTheme/Project
1939-1941Lyons M. Howland*
1941-1943William S. Berner*FIRST C.A.R. NATIONAL PROJECT
1943-1945Robert R. Simpson*
1945-1947Virginia S. Vader*Playgrounds at Tamassee and Kate Duncan Smith D.A.R. Schools
1947-1949Patricia E. McCaughey*Permanent Honor Roll at Patriots Transept of the National Cathedral
1949-1950Edward B. Dake*
1950-1951Daniel S. Pope*Piano for Tamassee D.A.R. School
1951-1952Caroline T. Brown*
1952-1953Robert A. Watson*Support for Tamassee, Kate Duncan Smith, and Crossnore D.A.R. Schools
1953-1954Cornelia B. Cabral*A Tractor for Bacone Indian College
1954-1955Laurence A. Stith Jr.*For the Mountain Schools
1955-1956Lillian D. Weller*Again for the Mountain Schools
1956-1957Robert C. Barr*SERVICE- Service to God, Our Country, Our Homes, and Fellowman
1957-1958Dorothy J. Buckton*St. Mary's Indian School for Girls
1958-1959David H. Kemker Jr.LEADERSHIP
1959-1960Linda T. LangeACTION
1960-1961Thomas E. SenfINTEREST
1961-1962Elizabeth P. BennettA Goal; June-Purpose; September-Aim; December-Strive; March-Success
1962-1963James A. Adkinson Jr.AWARENESS- Past, Present, and Future
1963-1964Mary H. ArmstrongREDEDICATION TO GOD AND COUNTRY
1964-1965Van Rensselaer H. SternberghFREEDOM'S CHALLENGE
1965-1966Susan H. LewisIncrease Endowment Fund
1966-1967David L. CherneyTHIS IS MY COUNTRY
1967-1968Jane W. FreenyMEMBERSHIP, MUSEUM, AND MAGAZINE
1968-1969Thomas W. ScottHistoric Marker at U.S. Observation Point El Camino Real
1969-1970Sharon K. KruegerRESOLVE, PLAN, AND PREFORM
1970-1971Lance D. EhmckeSPIRIT OF '76- TAKE PRIDE IN AMERICA
1971-1972Jane-Elizabeth HardyGovernment of the People- Strive to Keep it Great
1972-1973Philip F. HorneKnow Your America- The Key to Your Future
1973-1974Margaret A. CoffrothToday's Work- Tomorrow's Future
1974-1975Rodney H.C. SchmidtYour Government-Your Responsibility
1975-1976Michelle B. LougheryThe Time Is Now
1976-1977Stephen S. MillerEmphasis on Membership and Magazine
1977-1978Holly J. HumphreyTHIS LAND-YOUR LAND
1978-1979William H. Rardin IIIA Past To Remember- A Future to Mold
1979-1980Charla A. BorchersCARing for America
1980-1981Bradley A. BartolBelieving in U.S.
1981-1982Mary S. PiacesiPROUD, PATRIOTIC, AND PROMISING
1982-1983Gregory K. BarnettPATRIOTIC MAINTENANCE: Founded in the Past! Building in the Present! Insuring the Future!
1983-1984Katherine G. KennedyGROWING TOWARD THE FUTURE
1984-1985Samuel W. Huddleston IIKEY TO THE FUTURE
1985-1986Marie E. PerkinsAIM FOR ACHIEVEMENT
1986-1987Eric D. RadwickMAKE IT HAPPEN
1987-1988Lori L. BrugierC.A.R.- THE HEART OF AMERICA
1988-1989Donald J.E. MolloyWAKE UP AMERICA- TIME FOR C.A.R.
1989-1990Elizabeth A. JonesBUILDING BRIDGES INTO THE FUTURE
1990-1991G. Taylor DavisGROWING STRONG IN C.A.R.
1991-1992Heather L. StevensOLD GLORY, NEW PRIDE
1992-1993Robert D. WarrenEXPLORE AMERICA with C.A.R.
1993-1994Elizabeth A. LeeC.A.R.: The Great Adventure
1994-1995David A. SmithFOR PATRIOTS' DREAMS
1995-1996Laura J. JarrellTHE DAWN OF A NEW DAY
1996-1997David A. CampaigneSoar To the Summit
1997-1998Marion SmithA Time To Act
1998-1999Thomas W. TaylorRestore America
1999-2000Victoria SpenceLight The Future
2000-2001Rian SweeneyThe Spirit of America
2001-2002Sarah ReidyDiscover America's Treasures
2002-2003David J. SweeneyCelebrate Freedom
2003-2004Melissa OldeA Patriot's Legacy
2004-2005Patrick J. ReidyRetracing Our Footsteps
2005-2006Rebecca S. GrawlHonor the Defenders of Freedom
2006-2007Robert A. FritschPursuing American Victory
2007-2008Katie Marie StanleyLeading the American Adventure
2008-2009Kevin S. BakerEnsuring American Patriotism
2009-2010Emily FalkensteinReflections of Independence
2010-2011Benjamin HinckleyMagnificent Valor
2011-2012Mary Lib SchmidtLiving the American Dream
2012-2013Greg ThorneSaratoga: the Turning Point
2013-2014Caitlin CollinsPursuit of Happiness
2014-2015Betsy EhmckeO! Say Can you See
2015-2016Erin F. JacksonRoad to Independence
2016-2017Connor L. JacksonFreedom's Thunder
2017-2018Erin C. MooreBrowsing History
2018-2019David A. GrahamAmerica's Lasting Legacy
2019-2020Mackie StorageFoundations of Freedom
2020-2021Liza FridenmakerSupport Our Brave and Noble Patriots
* = Served as Junior National President

See also

References

  1. Revolution., National Society of the Children of the American (1997-01-01). Centennial plus one : the centennial history of the National Society of the Children of the American Revolution, 1895-1996. C.A.R. Press. ISBN 0966166809. OCLC 38887624.
  2. Inc., Advanced Solutions International. "About N.S.C.A.R". www.nscar.org. Retrieved 2017-05-12.
  3. Children of the American "Revolution. Son's of the American Revolution RSS. Retrieved May 10, 2013.
This article is issued from Wikipedia. The text is licensed under Creative Commons - Attribution - Sharealike. Additional terms may apply for the media files.