We honor those who participated in the Boston Tea Party including Maj. Samuel Cooper and Thomas Porter, both interred in Alexandria, Virginia. Porter and his wife Sally Ramsay Porter were friends of the George and Mrs. Martha Washington. #VA250 #virginiaisforhistorylovers #ALXVA

Wreaths Across America Wreaths Across America Thousands, including members and family of our Chapter, turn out to honor Alexandria’s veterans. National Cemeteries #veterans #servicetoveterans #wreathsacrossamerica #alxva Arlington Connection story: arlingtonconnection.com/news/2024/dec/…

Major Samuel Cooper is laid to rest in Alexandria, Virginia and was a member of the Sons of Liberty and participated in the Boston Tea Party. #bostonteaparty #sonsofliberty #virginiaisforhistorylovers #va250

#OnThisDay in 1789, George Washington was unanimously elected president of the United States. With 69 electoral votes, Washington won the support of each participating elector. Learn more: bit.ly/4fY1ipq

Today, we honored the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier of the American Revolutionary at Old Presbyterian Meeting House prior to the start of George Washington’s Birthday parade. #presidentsdayweekend #ALXVA #VA250 #history

Chapter compatriot Lorance "Larry" Lisle adorned colonial attire at wreath-laying commemorating 244th anniversary of the Crossing of the Dan, w/ Halifax County VA Historical Society and Dan River Chapter SAR. facebook.com/georgewashingt… #SARPatriotism #HalifaxCountyVA

Author and chapter compatriot David Smith provide chapter members and guests an overview of events of March 1775 as part of an America 250 remembrance including Patrick Henry’s “Give Me Liberty…” speech. #VA250 #America250 at Belle Haven CC

Guest speaker and #ALXVA tour guide Tim Rice provides our chapter members with an informative presentation on the history of AlexandriaVAGov starting on July 13, 1749 and onto the Revolutionary War and beyond including #GeorgeWashington #AmRev #VA250 #SARHistory

Larry Lisle, past chapter president (1986) and past state president (1996–1997), laid a wreath on behalf of the chapter during ceremonies commemorating the 244th anniversary of the Battle of Guilford Courthouse, in Greensboro, NC. #NC250 #VA250 #BattleofGuilfordCourthouse #NSSAR

On March 16, 1751, James Madison Jr., was born at Port Conway, Virginia. Compatriot John Blair attended the Commemoration of the 274th Anniversary of the Birth of President James Madison at Madison's Montpelier held March 16, 2025.

Listening to amazing stories from John Bridgeland throughout history on service to the country, citizen service, and the spirit of volunteerism at chapter meeting. #SARhistory especially the impact of young Americans #youth #bigcitizenship

Today, we honored Cadet Capt. Aric Peters of Lake Braddock SS ⁦Fairfax Schools 🌟⁩ with the Outstanding Junior ROTC Cadet Award, Medallion and Scholarship fund. #SARPatriotism #JROTC #fairfaxcountyva youtube.com/shorts/YBAeals…

More Perfect CEO & former White House Domestic Policy Director John Bridgeland speaks about national service and American Renewal Goals #alexva

To coincide with the 250th Anniversary of the War of Independence, the George Washington Chapter has released its latest newsletter, featuring an in-depth look at this pivotal moment in history gwsar.org/GWSAR-Newslett… #RevWar #America250 #VA250

Compatriots proudly march in 20th annual National Memorial Day Parade #SAR250 #MemorialDay2025 youtube.com/shorts/lrhoMk-… via YouTube

In ceremonies held on #MemorialDay2025, Past Chapter President Rand Pixa presented the chapter wreath (far left) at ceremonies at the Old Presbyterian Meeting House Tomb of the Unknown Soldier of the American Revolution 🇺🇸 #SAR250 #MemorialDay #patriotism

Great series of speakers at National Museum of the United States Army 2025 Symposium, like author and former Army officer Holly A. Mayer, PhD, discussing the Formation of the Continental Army 🥁 #Army250 #revwar #armyhistory

Pres Scot Bryant and Public Service & Heroism Comm. Chair John Blair were honored to present SAR Fire Safety and Heroism Medals to Prince William County Fire and Rescue System recognizing the exemplary service and dedication exhibited by the honorees. pwcva.gov/department/fir… #heroes #pwcva

General and Commander-in-Chief George Washington (portrayed by Dan Shippey) addresses the compatriots of the Sons of the American Revolution to the formation of the Continental Army. #Army250 Dinner Gala #VA250 #SARPatriotism

🇺🇸 Happy Independence Day 🎆 Today, we honor the courage, vision, and sacrifice of our patriot ancestors. 🎉 Find a celebration near you virginiasar.org/calendar Let’s make this Fourth of July a day of unity, pride, and patriotic spirit. #IndependenceDay #FourthOfJuly #VA250