2021 Washington's Tomb Vigil
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Sons of the American Revolution
...to the Michigan Society of the Sons of the American Revolution website. Here you will find everything you need to learn about the Michigan organization of the SAR, our background and community service activities, and how to join.
The MISSAR was formed on January 18, 1890, and included representatives from the Michigan communities of Adrian, Detroit, Flint, Owosso, and Romulus.
Article II of the original MISSAR Constitution stated: "The object and purpose of this society is to keep alive among ourselves and our descendants the patriotic spirit of the men who, in military, naval, or civil service, by their acts or counsel achieved American independence."
Today, the MISSAR has grown to over 570 members and has twelve chapters representing all areas of the state.
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Honor, justice, and humanity, forbid us tamely to surrender that
freedom which we received from our gallant ancestors, and which
our innocent posterity have a right to receive from us.
A general dissolution of principles and manners will more surely
overthrow the liberties of America than the whole force of the
common enemy.
Your love of liberty — your respect for the laws — your habits
of industry — and your practice of the moral and religious
obligations, are the strongest claims to national and individual
happiness.
Every child in America should be acquainted with his own
country...As soon as he opens his lips, he should rehearse [its]
history.
A Constitution of Government once changed from Freedom, can
never be restored. Liberty, once lost, is lost forever.
These are the times that try men's souls. The summer
soldier and the sunshine patriot will, in this crisis, shrink
from the service of his country; but he that stands it now,
deserves the love and thanks of man and woman. 
The right of freely examining public characters and measures,
and of free communication among the people thereon... has ever
been justly deemed the only effectual guardian of every other
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2021 Washington's Tomb Vigil
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WAA Memorial Day Message
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Letter from the MISSAR President
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Programs and Activities
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Youth Programs
American partiotism and history is promoted by the SAR through a variety of youth-oriented scholarship and awards programs, including oration and essay contests, sponsorship of community service organizations, and outreach activities. Browse our Youth Programs section for more information.
Community Service
The SAR is actively involved in a variety of important community service programs, such as providing transportation to disabled veterans and supporting the efforts of public safety officials. Contact a respresentative at one of our Chapters to learn how you can help.
Application Services
Tracing your history back to a Revolutionary War Patriot can be challenging! Each local chapter of the MISSAR offers assistance with your application process. Browse our list of Chapters above to contact a representative who will guide you through the process.
Activities
The MISSAR's events include service and patriotism recognition banquets, military service commemorations, participation in local history fairs, and American history seminars. Check our calendar above and join us!
