Denise Doring VanBuren, President General

In 1995, our National Society joined the American Society of Le Souvenir Francais to create and erect an interpretive sign at Arlington National Cemetery above the final resting place of Pierre Charles L’Enfant, Revolutionary War Patriot and designer of our nation’s capital. Several months ago, I was contacted by Thierry

Denise Doring VanBuren, President General

The National Society was exceptionally privileged this week to culminate administration efforts to honor the life of a man considered one of two “Fathers of the U.S. Cavalry” through ceremonies that marked his line-duty-death in the Battle of Charleston. Michael Kovats de Fabriczy (often known as simply Michael Kovats) was a Hungarian nobleman and

Denise Doring VanBuren, President General

Looking for fresh opportunities to both salute and raise awareness of the men and women who achieved American independence? Here are two new efforts announced during Continental Congress:

“Our Patriots DAR Podcast”

Tune into the new “Our Patriots DAR Podcast,” where each episode focuses on a Patriot of the American

Denise Doring VanBuren, President General

E Pluribus Unum – “out of many, one” – was first featured on the original 1776 design of the Great Seal of the United States and was formally adopted by the U.S. Congress as our nation’s official motto in 1782. The Latin phrase reminds us that from the original Thirteen

Genevieve Shishak, DAR Historian

The placement of markers is a tangible way for DAR members to honor and connect with Revolutionary War ancestors.  It’s also a great way to raise public awareness of the Patriot’s grave and legacy. This effort is especially important now as part of the Our Patriots subcommittee of the America

Denise Doring VanBuren, President General

As part of our VanBuren Administration’s emphasis on recognizing the men and women who achieved American independence, chapters are urged to conduct an annual Memorial Service honoring the Patriots of the American Revolution. Though these short devotions may occur at any time, they are especially requested to be included within