Michigan high school students will again have the opportunity to show their
literary skill as well as their historical and patriotic knowledge by entering
the Joseph S. Rumbaugh Historical Oration Contest. The Michigan Society
and the National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution sponsor this
Contest. The National Association of Secondary School Principals has
placed it on the Advisory List of the National Contests and Activities.
The contestant presents an original
oration of not less than five minutes nor more than six minutes.
The composition must be original and be about the history of the American
Revolution. It may be about a personality, an event, or a document of the
War. The student should show the relationship of the selected subject to
the United States today.
Awards on the national level are 1st prize of $3000, 2nd prize of $2000 and 3rd
prize of $1000. The next three Finalists receive $300.00 and all other National Contestants receive $200.00. First place
Michigan finalist will receive a silver Olympic size medallion.
Entry forms may be obtained from the
Chairman:
