Moultrie DAR chapter earns state honor

Published 1:00 pm Monday, April 10, 2017

MOULTRIE, Ga. — The John Benning Chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) recently received Platinum Level Honor Roll from the Georgia State Society.

This honor recognizes the chapter for its many activities during 2016 to promote education, historic preservation and patriotism. The chapter sponsored the annual Independence Day Observance on the Courthouse Square, participated in Memorial Day and Veterans Day and other veteran activities, observed Flag Day, conducted genealogy workshops, and supported DAR schools, The chapter awarded scholarships and medals to an outstanding American History student and ROTC student. The chapter also supported the state society’s museum, Meadow Garden, historic home of George Walton, former Georgia governor, U. S. senator and signer of the U. S. Constitution. In August, the chapter hosted the district meeting of the state society.

DAR is a volunteer women’s service organization that honors and preserves the legacy of America’s patriot ancestors. 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. DAR volunteers are willing to provide guidance and assistance with genealogy needed to document lineage. For information on how to become a member of DAR, send an email to moultriedar@gmail.com.