Captain Henry Vanderburgh Chapter
Evansville, Indiana
National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR)
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Captain Henry Vanderburgh Chapter Evansville, Indiana National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR) |
Look
at our beginnings...
The Vanderburgh Chapter
National Society Daughters of the American Revolution was formed on
November 18, 1896 in Evansville, and was the fourth chapter
chartered in Indiana. In 1997, the chapter's name was changed to
Captain Henry Vanderburgh Chapter.
Discover
our location...
Evansville is
located in the southwestern part of Indiana. Most members live
in Vanderburgh County, but some are from other counties and states.
Know
for whom our chapter was named...
Charter members chose the
chapter's name to honor Henry Vanderburgh, a Revolutionary War
patriot. Vanderburgh was born in Troy, New York, in 1760.
On November 21, 1776 at age 16, John Jay appointed Vanderburgh
Lieutenant in the Fifth New York Regiment of the Continental
Army. John Hancock re-appointed him, and later he was
commissioned Captain in the Second Regiment. He served until the
close of the Revolutionary War in 1783. Vanderburgh was a
territorial judge during the organization of the Indiana Territory, a
position he occupied until his death April 12, 1812.
Learn
what we promote...
Our chapter promotes historic
preservation, education, and patriotism. Chapter activities and
events are centered around these objectives.
See
when we hold our meetings...
Most of our chapter meetings
are held at noon on the second Thursday of each month from September
through June. Meetings feature exciting guest speakers who give
presentations on topics pertaining to our goals.
Review
some of our activities...
Our chapter encourages
respect for and correct display of the Flag of the United States of
America. Our chapter conducts DAR American History essay
contest, DAR Good Citizens contest, presents scholarships, awards Junior ROTC
medals, plants trees, places historical markers, supports veterans,
promotes literacy, and honors community leaders.
Find
out how you can become a member...
If you are a woman 18 years of
age or older with blood line descent from an ancestor who aided in achieving
American independence, you may be eligible to become a member.
To find out how to join the Captain Henry Vanderburgh Chapter or to learn more about us, send e-mail to waborst@gmail.com.
