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Friday, April 16, 2010
PRESIDENT GENERAL’S PATRIOTS DAY MESSAGE
PRESIDENT GENERAL’S PATRIOTS DAY MESSAGE
by Edward F. Butler, SR.
April 8, 2010
Officially, Patriots Day was declared by Congress to be on September 11th to remember the horrible terrorists attack on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon on September 11, 2001. Other states celebrate a “Patriots Day” to commemorate some significant historical event. Notwithstanding those other designations, most SAR members recognize “Patriots Day” as April 19th, and agree to celebrate with our compatriots in Massachusetts and Maine the heroic actions of our patriot ancestors at the Battles of Lexington and Concord. My San Antonio SAR chapter was chartered on April 19, 1930.
The battles of Lexington and Concord were the first military engagements of the American Revolutionary War. They were fought on April 19, 1775. These battles marked the outbreak of open hostilities between England and its 13 colonies in North America.
Unrest in the Boston Bay area began with the tax imposed on tea by England in 1773. Colonists, dressed like Indians, boarded a tea ladened ship in Boston Harbor on Dec. 16, 1773, and threw the tea into the harbor. Thus, the Boston Tea Party was the first act of open rebellion in Massachusetts. As a result,
England beefed up its military presence in the area. This caused the colonists to build up secret stockpiles of weapons, ammunition and other supplies.
In mid April about 700 redcoats were given orders to destroy these stockpiles of military supplies stored at Concord. The patriots learned of this plan and moved most of them elsewhere.
The first shots were fired just as the sun was rising at Lexington. The militia was outnumbered and fell back, and the regulars proceeded on to Concord, where they searched for the supplies. At the North Bridge in Concord, several hundred militiamen defeated three companies of English soldiers. Additional minutemen inflicted injuries on the soldiers as they retreated. After reinforcement, about 1,700 English soldiers, under the command of Lt. Gen. Hugh Percy, marched back to Boston under heavy fire.
Ralph Waldo Emerson incorrectly described the first shot fired by the patriots at the North Bridge as the “shot heard ‘round the world”. That shot was actually fired at Lexington a few hours earlier.
Today, we honor the memory of our brave ancestors who took up arms to defend their homes and families against an aggressive government. What should be remembered here is that the patriots had been good at intelligence gathering; that they correctly studied the warning signs from the English; they had prepared themselves for the eventual confrontation with the English soldiers; and that when the time came, they were up to the task.
That shot heard around the world in 1775 can still be heard today. It reminds us to be ever vigilant against oppression. I will have the honor of participating in the Patriots Day ceremonies with the Massachusetts SAR Society in Concord on April 17-19, 2010.
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by Edward F. Butler, SR.
April 8, 2010
Officially, Patriots Day was declared by Congress to be on September 11th to remember the horrible terrorists attack on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon on September 11, 2001. Other states celebrate a “Patriots Day” to commemorate some significant historical event. Notwithstanding those other designations, most SAR members recognize “Patriots Day” as April 19th, and agree to celebrate with our compatriots in Massachusetts and Maine the heroic actions of our patriot ancestors at the Battles of Lexington and Concord. My San Antonio SAR chapter was chartered on April 19, 1930.
The battles of Lexington and Concord were the first military engagements of the American Revolutionary War. They were fought on April 19, 1775. These battles marked the outbreak of open hostilities between England and its 13 colonies in North America.
Unrest in the Boston Bay area began with the tax imposed on tea by England in 1773. Colonists, dressed like Indians, boarded a tea ladened ship in Boston Harbor on Dec. 16, 1773, and threw the tea into the harbor. Thus, the Boston Tea Party was the first act of open rebellion in Massachusetts. As a result,
England beefed up its military presence in the area. This caused the colonists to build up secret stockpiles of weapons, ammunition and other supplies.
In mid April about 700 redcoats were given orders to destroy these stockpiles of military supplies stored at Concord. The patriots learned of this plan and moved most of them elsewhere.
The first shots were fired just as the sun was rising at Lexington. The militia was outnumbered and fell back, and the regulars proceeded on to Concord, where they searched for the supplies. At the North Bridge in Concord, several hundred militiamen defeated three companies of English soldiers. Additional minutemen inflicted injuries on the soldiers as they retreated. After reinforcement, about 1,700 English soldiers, under the command of Lt. Gen. Hugh Percy, marched back to Boston under heavy fire.
Ralph Waldo Emerson incorrectly described the first shot fired by the patriots at the North Bridge as the “shot heard ‘round the world”. That shot was actually fired at Lexington a few hours earlier.
Today, we honor the memory of our brave ancestors who took up arms to defend their homes and families against an aggressive government. What should be remembered here is that the patriots had been good at intelligence gathering; that they correctly studied the warning signs from the English; they had prepared themselves for the eventual confrontation with the English soldiers; and that when the time came, they were up to the task.
That shot heard around the world in 1775 can still be heard today. It reminds us to be ever vigilant against oppression. I will have the honor of participating in the Patriots Day ceremonies with the Massachusetts SAR Society in Concord on April 17-19, 2010.
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Visit the SAR Website at
http://sites.google.com/site/sbarsar/
Thursday, October 29, 2009
October Meeting
The October meeting of the Santa Barbara Sons of the American Revolution was held in Buellton at Andersens' Restaurant on Oct 24 at 12:00. The event began with lunch and discussion. The business meeting was called to order at 12:45 with the Pledge to the Flag, and Pledge to the SAR. New business included suggestions and individuals to serve on a program committee, and a membership Committee. Budget items were discussed, including a public expression of support for veterans to be published in the Newspress on Veterans day, collaboration with other SAR, DAR, and like minded societies, were discussed, as was the upcoming Board of Managers Meeting for the California Society of the Sons of the American Revolution. Proposed Amendments to the national bylaws to be voted on at that meeting were discussed, and the chapter position was agreed upon.
The next meeting of the Chapter will be held at Madame Lu Restaurant in Santa Barbara on Nov. 21 at 12:00. After the closing ceremony, the meeting was adjourned at 1:45 P.M.
RZ
The next meeting of the Chapter will be held at Madame Lu Restaurant in Santa Barbara on Nov. 21 at 12:00. After the closing ceremony, the meeting was adjourned at 1:45 P.M.
RZ
Saturday, January 24, 2009
Minutes of the January, 2009 Meeting of the SBSAR.
The meeting was held at Andersens Restaurant in Buellton. The meeting began with brunch and informal discussion at 11:00. The meeting was called to order at 12:00 with the opening ceremony and comments by the President. Unfinished Business included followup on the Patriots Day Essay Contest. Ron Zell shared the posting and rules and requirements of the essay contest. These may be viewed at the "Home Page" of the SAR website. Click on 'Patriots Day essay contest'. Each school will receive a copy by Monday morning.
Discussion was held as to the details of the Patriots day event. It was decided that a ceremony would be held at the Presidio by the SAR Plaque on April 18. Prizes would be awarded to the winners of the essay contest, and the first-prize winner would be asked to read the winning essay. After that event, the membership will reassemble at a separate location to continue with the regular meeting and refreshments.
Chapter business matters were discussed and voted on, and a reminder was made to all members that yearly dues are now due. Information as to where and how to submit dues may be requested at the Chapter email address at sbarsar@gmail.com.
The Meeting was adjourned at 12:55 P.M
The meeting was held at Andersens Restaurant in Buellton. The meeting began with brunch and informal discussion at 11:00. The meeting was called to order at 12:00 with the opening ceremony and comments by the President. Unfinished Business included followup on the Patriots Day Essay Contest. Ron Zell shared the posting and rules and requirements of the essay contest. These may be viewed at the "Home Page" of the SAR website. Click on 'Patriots Day essay contest'. Each school will receive a copy by Monday morning.
Discussion was held as to the details of the Patriots day event. It was decided that a ceremony would be held at the Presidio by the SAR Plaque on April 18. Prizes would be awarded to the winners of the essay contest, and the first-prize winner would be asked to read the winning essay. After that event, the membership will reassemble at a separate location to continue with the regular meeting and refreshments.
Chapter business matters were discussed and voted on, and a reminder was made to all members that yearly dues are now due. Information as to where and how to submit dues may be requested at the Chapter email address at sbarsar@gmail.com.
The Meeting was adjourned at 12:55 P.M
Minutes Novembers Meeting;
The November meeting of the Santa Barbara Chapter of the SAR was held at Madam Lu's Restaurant in Santa Barbara. The meeting began at 12:00 with lunch from the menu. At 12:45 the meeting was called to order by President Ron Zell. An invocation was followed by the opening ceremony.
Under New Business there was discussion of ways to highlight, and celebrate "Patriots Day" which is on April 19. Suggestions were offered, and agreement was reached that a good way to highlight the event and bring it to the attention of students would be to have an essay contest for 8th graders. A prize of a $500.00 Savings Bond, for 1st place, $100.00 bond for second place, and a $50.00 bond for third place would be offered. The prize would be awarded at a public ceremony on or about Patriots day, Sunday - April 19, 2009. Suggestions for places to hold the ceremony were the Courthouse steps in Santa Barbara, the SAR Plaque at the Presidio, across from the Post Office, or at a BBQ held in Tuckers Grove. Followup was given to Ron Zell to pursue the essay with the Schools in Santa Barbara County.
Ted Sands was nominated, and accepted the nomination for Secretary of the Chapter. Transfer of duties will occur when chapter records are transferred from the previous Secretary.
The meeting was adjourned at 1:40
The November meeting of the Santa Barbara Chapter of the SAR was held at Madam Lu's Restaurant in Santa Barbara. The meeting began at 12:00 with lunch from the menu. At 12:45 the meeting was called to order by President Ron Zell. An invocation was followed by the opening ceremony.
Under New Business there was discussion of ways to highlight, and celebrate "Patriots Day" which is on April 19. Suggestions were offered, and agreement was reached that a good way to highlight the event and bring it to the attention of students would be to have an essay contest for 8th graders. A prize of a $500.00 Savings Bond, for 1st place, $100.00 bond for second place, and a $50.00 bond for third place would be offered. The prize would be awarded at a public ceremony on or about Patriots day, Sunday - April 19, 2009. Suggestions for places to hold the ceremony were the Courthouse steps in Santa Barbara, the SAR Plaque at the Presidio, across from the Post Office, or at a BBQ held in Tuckers Grove. Followup was given to Ron Zell to pursue the essay with the Schools in Santa Barbara County.
Ted Sands was nominated, and accepted the nomination for Secretary of the Chapter. Transfer of duties will occur when chapter records are transferred from the previous Secretary.
The meeting was adjourned at 1:40
Sunday, October 26, 2008
The October meeting of the Santa Barbara Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution was held Saturday, October 25 at Andersens Restaurant in Buellton. The gathering began at 11:00 with an informal introductory session. Attendees shared information about historical events, and recent activities. Visitors included representatives from several historically based societies including the Henry Sweetzer Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution, the Mayflower Society, Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War, and Sons of Confederate Veterans of the Civil War, as well as several candidates for membership in the SAR. A lively discussion session was held for several minutes over a variety of subjects before lunch was served. After the meal, a short business session was held and the meeting was adjourned at 12:46. The next meeting of the SAR is scheduled to be in Santa Barbara, at Madam Lu Restaurant, 3425 State Street, November 22 at 12:00.
Sunday, September 21, 2008
Sept 20 2008 Meeting.
The September 2008 meeting of the Santa Barbara SAR was held at the Madaam Lu Restaurant at 3524 State Street, Santa Barbara. The meeting was attended by 20 members and friends of the SAR. The meeting began with lunch and social time at 12:00. The meeting was called to order by President Ron Zell at 12:40. Opening ceremonies were followed by introduction of members and guests. The speaker for the day was Lieutenant David K. Whitham of the Santa Barbara Police Department. Lt. Whitham is a son of Lt. Col. Keith Whitham, a long time member of the S.B. Chapter of the SAR, who headed the S.B. JROTC program at S.B. and San Marcos High Schools for many years, and later was a member of the UCSB ROTC Staff.
Lt. Whitham discussed some of the history of the S.B. Police Department, and of his history with the Department. He then talked about some of the training and qualifications required of police officers in Santa Barbara, as well as some of the duties and operational aspects of the Police Department in the city. Lt. Whitham concluded with a discussion of central issues concerning the Police Department in Santa Barbara at the present time. Three of these issues deal with meeting and dealing with problems of gangs and gang violence within the city, indigent and homeless populations, and traffic problems within the city. The talk was concluded with time for questions and discussion.
The meeting was concluded with announcements and a final ceremony and adjourned at 1:40.
The next meeting of the Santa Barbara SAR will be at Andersens Restaurant, 376 Avenue of the Flags in Buellton on Saturday, Oct. 18, from 11:00 to 12:30. A speaker from Vandenburg Air Force Base will have a presentation at that time. Visitors and friends are welcome.
Lt. Whitham discussed some of the history of the S.B. Police Department, and of his history with the Department. He then talked about some of the training and qualifications required of police officers in Santa Barbara, as well as some of the duties and operational aspects of the Police Department in the city. Lt. Whitham concluded with a discussion of central issues concerning the Police Department in Santa Barbara at the present time. Three of these issues deal with meeting and dealing with problems of gangs and gang violence within the city, indigent and homeless populations, and traffic problems within the city. The talk was concluded with time for questions and discussion.
The meeting was concluded with announcements and a final ceremony and adjourned at 1:40.
The next meeting of the Santa Barbara SAR will be at Andersens Restaurant, 376 Avenue of the Flags in Buellton on Saturday, Oct. 18, from 11:00 to 12:30. A speaker from Vandenburg Air Force Base will have a presentation at that time. Visitors and friends are welcome.
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