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The Cannon Ball

Official Publication of the Sons of the American Revolution

WA State, Alexander Hamilton Chapter Published Monthly (except Jul & Aug)

Volume V, Issue 10 (Dec 2019) Editor - Dick Motz

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Contents Revolutionary War Battles in December ........ 3 Message from the President ...................... 3 Reminders ............................................ 4 Do you Fly? ........................................... 4 Birthdays .............................................. 4 Chapter Activities ................................... 5 Chapter Web Site .................................... 9 Member Directory Update ........................ 9 Available/For Sale ................................... 9 Member Survey .....................................10 Battles of the Revolutionary War Map .........11

Plan ahead for these Special Dates in Jan 1 Jan: News Years Day 1 Jan: National Hangover Day 3 Jan: National Chocolate Covered Cherry Day 6 Jan: National Thank God It’s Monday Day 9 Jan: National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day

10 Jan: National Save The Eagles Day 13 Jan: National Rubber Ducky Day 16 Jan: National Religious Freedom Day 20 Jan: Martin Luther King Jr Day 23 Jan: National Pie Day (free coupons) 26 Jan: National Spouses Day

Upcoming Events

14 Dec: Wreaths Across America Location: JBLM (Map Link)

18 Jan: Regular Meeting 9:00am Location: Johnny’s at Fife.

3-4 Apr 2020: WA State SAR Annual Meeting, Red Lion Inn Location: Yakima (Map Link)

25 Apr: 2020 Pacific District Meeting, Hilton Garden Inn Location: Beaverton, OR (Map Link)

7-15 Jul: 2021 National SAR Conference Location: Renton (Map Link)

Color Guard Schedule

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Revolutionary War Battles that occurred in the month of December. Battle

Start Date

Year Colony/State Outcome

Storming of Fort William and Mary* Dec 14 1774 New Hampshire Patriots seize powder and shot after brief skirmish.

Snow Campaign Dec 01 1775 South Carolina Patriot campaign against loyalists in South Carolina

Battle of Great Bridge Dec 9 1775 Virginia Patriot victory: Lord Dunmore's loyalist force is defeated

Battle of Quebec Dec 31 1775 Quebec British victory: British repulse Patriot assault on Quebec City

Ambush of Geary Dec 14 1776 New Jersey Patriot victory

Battle of Iron Works Hill Dec 22 1776 New Jersey British victory

Battle of Trenton Dec 26 1776 New Jersey Patriot victory: Patriots capture Hessian detachment at Trenton

Battle of White Marsh Dec 05 1777 Pennsylvania Patriot victory

Battle of Matson's Ford Dec 11 1777 Pennsylvania British victory

Battle of St. Lucia Dec 15 1778 St. Lucia British victory

Capture of St. Lucia Dec 18 1778 St. Lucia British victory

Capture of Savannah Dec 29 1778 Georgia British victory

First Battle of Martinique Dec 18 1779 Martinique British victory

Second Battle of Ushant Dec 12 1781 Bay of Biscay British victory

Action of 6 Dec 1782 Dec 06 1782 Martinique British victory

Message From The President This month I celebrated my fifth anniversary as a member of the SAR.

As a result, I’ve been doing some self-reflecting upon my time in the SAR and the events that led to my becoming a member. Growing up, family was always important. I knew where my family name came from but little else about family history. Somewhere through the generations my family lost its history and therefore its connection to the American Revolution. While researching on Ancestry.com, I discovered my families lost history. But this article isn’t about my family. At least it’s not about my blood family.

It’s about my SAR family. When I became a member, I didn’t know what to expect from the SAR. Was there anything beyond receiving a cool certificate or saying I descended from a hero of the American Revolution?

From the very first SAR meeting I attended, I have felt very welcomed. The camaraderie and compatriotism I felt was like a breath of fresh air. I’ve been encouraged and I’ve grown. I have experienced a brotherhood that I’ve not seen since leaving the military decades ago. Even when I’ve had (rare) disagreements with members, I’ve always felt supported and encouraged. My time in the SAR has felt like the time has passed in a blink of an eye. That reflects upon our chapter, “time flies when you’re having fun.” It’s fun because of my SAR brothers. Each month you make me want to come back for more.

I salute each and every one of you for making my five years in the SAR so memorable. I am proud to be your president and I say thank you for this great honor.

Viren Lemmer, President, Alexander Hamilton Chapter, Washington Society, Sons of the American Revolution

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Reminders 3 & 4 Apr2020 - Washington State SAR Annual Meeting: The annual WA State Society meeting will be held in Yakima, WA. Please mark your calendar now, and look for registration information later. We will be raffling a reproduction of a 1777 French Charleville flintlock pistol!

25 Apr 2020 Pacific District Conference: The conference will be held at the Hilton Garden Hotel in Beaverton, Oregon. Meetings will be from 9am to 5pm. Note: Michael Tieman has graciously offered to provide Oregon War Memorial coins to attendees who pre-register and pre-pay for the event prior to February 15, 2020. The buffet luncheon needs to be prepaid in order to obtain an accurate count on those who will be attending. Checks for registration should be made out to Pacific District. Mail to: Ken Roberts, Oregon SAR State Treasurer, 5411 69th St Ct NW, Gig Harbor, WA 98335

7-15 Jul 2021 SAR National Congress The SAR National Congress will be held in Renton at the Hyatt Regency Lake Washington At Seattle's Southport, 1053 Lake Washington Blvd North.

Online ordering system for SAR Record Copies is now operational. Follow the steps below to order on-line.

1. Login to www.sar.org. 2. Click on Genealogy. 3. Click on Genealogical Copy Services.

4. Scroll down to Online Record Copy System, 5. Click on Order Electronically Here. 6. Fill in info and click Pay Here

SAR Store increased Prices: Merchandise now have a price increase that will be basically across the board of 5% and

rounded to the nearest quarter dollar. This went into effect on March 3, 2019.

Found the above site while surfing the web the URL is: http://www.the-aha-society.com/

Do you shop at Amazon.com? If you do, you can help raise some funds for your Alexander Hamilton chapter!!! Use the link below https://smile.amazon.com/ch/91-1271500

Do you fly the American Flag?

That question comes from Tom Pickford, our Flag Chairman. If you do, you should let Tom know about it. He can get you recognized with a flag certificate. If you have a neighbor, friend or relative that fly their flag, Tom would like to present them with a certificate also.

Birthday Wishes To All Those Born In December Alexander Viren Lemmer Andrew Todd Asher Arthur William Dolan Darron Elwood Nelson Guy Kent Troy Jr James Anthony Young

Jeffrey Scott Bradshaw John Charles Hughes Karl David McCowen Michael Keith England Warner Gibson Taylor III

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Chapter Activities 7 December – Annual Christmas Party:

• Party Called to order by Viren Lemmer

• Pledge Allegiance to the Flag

• Pledge to the Sons of the American Revolution: Viren Lemmer

• Distinguished Visitors: Ken Roberts (Vice President General, Pacific district), Bob Doughty (National Trustee Alternate), and Gregory Lucas (WASSAR Board of directors)

Christmas Comes To The Chapter

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On 7 Dec, 40 compatriots and their ladies, dressed in their holiday finery, gathered for our annual Christmas Party at the gaily decorated banquet room of Johnny's at Fife.

We held a brief Tolling of the Bell for Pearl Harbor Day, and our late compatriot David Jackman.

Christmas at Alexander Hamilton's was presided over by Viren Lemmer and expertly emceed by Kent Troy.

Ye festivities included greetings from our National and State representatives, good words from President Viren Lemer, ceremonial toasts, and a very good dinner.

A sleepy father read Clement Moore's "A Visit from St. Nicholas!", followed by a visit from Santa, who conducted a rousing exchange of gifts. There was singing of carols, general merriment and the usual camaraderie. We closed with arms linked, softly singing "Silent Night". One of the best Chapter Christmas Parties in memory.

Narrative by Bob O’Neal

Ringing of the Bell ceremony with Lee Thomasson and Bob O’Neal: Ken Roberts brought greetings from the District: Greg Lucas brought greeting from the State Society. Viren Lemmer provided highlights of the year 2019.

Jeannine Stephan was presented with the Molly Pitcher Medal for her participation in the Fife & drum corp.

Ken Roberts installed 2 new officers.

• Jerry Bordelon is the new Ch Vice President

• Dick Moody is the new Ch Registrar.

Reading of “The Night before Christmas”

(Bob O’Neal) Singing of Christmas carols… (Watch video) Santa passed out gifts to all the good “Boys & Girls”.

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And A Good Time Was Had By All

Merry Christmas

Happy New Year

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• Recessional: Viren Lemmer

• Benediction: Skip Stephan

• Adjourn: Viren Lemmer

Chapter Web Site: The link to our chapter web site is https://wasar-ah.org/

The History files have been moved to the Chapter SharePoint Drive.

From the Editor Member Directory Update: No new data this month.

If you have not sent me your photo, please do so, via E-Mail to the Cannonball Editor, OR: If you decline to have your photo published, please tell me!

In either case, please respond and indicate your preference.

The member directory is available at this link: https://wasar-ah.org/AH_Directory.pdf

If you have anyone that would like to get a copy of our newsletter, let me know and I will add him or her to the distribution list. I still need input from the membership! If you have anything that you would like to share and think would be of interest to the membership, please send them to Cannonball Editor. Feedback: In order to make this a great newsletter I need your help. Please let me know your thoughts. What would you like to see in future issues? What do you like and/or dislike? Please let me know

Respectfully, Dick Motz, the Cannonball Editor.

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Alexander Hamilton Member Interest Survey

Compatriots,

We would like to get to know you better. We would like to know about your interests and experiences. We would also like to know how you would like to contribute to the chapter. Whatever your skills and abilities may be, your time, talents, and efforts are part of what makes Alexander Hamilton a great chapter. We know you already have a busy life. However, we hope to encourage your participation in the chapter in the manner that is best for you. Please take the time to look this survey over and fill it out. Name: ________________________________________________ Date: ___________________

Email: ________________________________________________ Phone: __________________

City of Residence: _________________________ Occupation: ______________________________

Military Experience: ________________________________________________________________

Other Associations or Clubs: __________________________________________________________

Please mark all your hobbies, interests, or skills Photography

Public Speaking

History

Education

Play Musical Instrument

Computer Skills

Service to Others

Genealogy

Grave Marking

Boy Scouts

ROTC/JROTC

Youth Programs

Research

Other

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Please indicate if you are willing to serve on the following committees or positions. President

Vice President

Secretary

Treasurer

Registrar

Chaplain

Historian

Sergeant at Arms

Trustee – Special Project

Trustee – Fund Raising

Color Guard

Flag Certificate Program

Fife and Drum

Webmaster

Facebook Manager

Mentoring

Awards / Medals

Veterans Committee

Nominating Committee

Newsletter Editor

Write Newsletter Articles

Monument Restorations

Genealogy

Grave Marking

Boy Scouts

ROTC/JROTC

Essay Contest

Honor Flight

DAR/CAR Liaison

Thank you for your participation.

Please print this page and send to Mike England, 4910 Enetai Ave, NE Tacoma 98422

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A map of the Battles of the Revolutionary War & War Of 1812 (2 Sided) is available from the National Geographic Society for $15.99. Click here to order.