U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter | AUGUST 2026 | 1 TABLE OF Contents TO SUBMIT AN ARTICLE, REPORT, OR AD: Email to 1812newsletter@gmail.com. Please identify chapter and state in subject line of email. Send articles in Word, Word Perfect or Mac Pages. For Ads, put “Ad” in subject line. Send photos as a JPGs (not PDFs) in their origi- nal, large size as an ATTACHMENT only. See News-Letter Guidelines in this publication for more information. MISSING NEWSLETTER, ADDRESS CHANGES: Many News-Letters are undeliverable because of incorrect addresses. Update your personal profile on the Members-Only website. If further assistance is needed, contact the Corresponding Secretary National (see above email). WEBSITE, FORMS ASSISTANCE: All forms are found on the Members-Only web- site (members.usdaughters1812.org). If assis- tance is needed, email e-Communications (contact@usdaughters1812.org). President National Cheryl “Cher” Sesma pn@usdaughters1812.org Editor / Art Director Linda Vaughan Anderson 1812newsletter@gmail.com Assistant to the Editor Beverly Vaughan Baker 1812newsletter@gmail.com Historian National and Feature Writer Ella Wright Guaqueta historian@usdaughters1812.org Corresponding Secretary National Dena Gail Green For Address Change or Missing Copy Email: CorrSec@usdaughters1812.org The 1812 News-Letter VOLUME 103 | NUMBER 2 AUGUST 2026 Mailed to all adult members twice yearly: February Issue: Deadline November 15 August Issue: Deadline June 1 v v COVER: America Celebrates 250 years. 00 18 2 Message from President National 4 News-Letter Guidelines and General Information 6 National Board of Directors Meeting 10 Historical Marker Honors the Freeman and Custis Expedition 14 New Ancestors Recent ancestor names approved. 17 Real Daughters and Granddaughters Online Submission Process 18 The Floridas and the Texas Gutiérrez-Magee Expedition By Historian National Ella Wright Guaqueta 28 New Members and Supplementals 35 Outstanding FADD Program 38 Qualifying Pin & Ancestor Plaque Donation Form 39 Donations to National Society 40 134th ASSOCIATE COUNCIL Endorsements, page 39 Collage of Event Pictures, page 40 Awards Presented, page 45 Minutes, page 48 Officers National Reports, page 51 Committee Reports, page 58 State President Reports, page 68 Treasurer’s Report, page 80 44 Necrology 57 Grand Opening of the N.S.U.S.D. Library and Musuem 86 News from Across the Country 104 Museum Collections A look at some of our valued pieces.
2 | AUGUST 2026 | U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter Motto Follow the North Star National Scripture "Those who go down to the sea in ship, who do Business on the great waters, They see the works of the Lord and His wonders in the deep." Psalm 107:23-24 NKJ Goals • Increasing and Maintaining Membership • Honoring our Active Military and Veterans • Awarding the new N.S.U.S.D.1812 Scholarship • Patriotic Education • Marking and Preserving Graves and Graveyards • Marking Historic Sites, Trails and Roads • Continuing to Digitize Our Records • Community Service and Volunteerism PRESIDENT NATIONAL CHERYL “CHER’ SESMA 2024-2027 A Message from our President National I hope you have enjoyed your summer and are ready to start a new season. We are in the home stretch of this Adminis- tration. Time has really flown by. Hope- fully, by the time you read this we will have our insignia website up and running with J. Brandt Recognition. They are our new vendors. After much research, we felt they were the best choice. I have been very busy traveling to the various states for their conferences or event. I have traveled to New Orleans, Columbia, Missouri, Las Vegas, Nevada, Spartanburg, SC, Jackson, MS, Macon, GA, Fairfax, VA and Monroe MI. I was finally able to attend my own chapter meeting in May. I was greeted by all the states with a very warm welcome and plenty of hospitality. It is so much fun to meet the members is these states. I will be traveling in the next months the WV, NC, FL, WA, NE, KY, OH and TN. Our big news is that we have our library and museum open to the public. VA, MD and DC daughters have been volunteering on Wednesdays and Fridays. We had our Grand Opening on June 27 to coincide with DAR Contin- ental Congress. This has generated quite a bit of interest in our neighbor- hood. We hope the interest continues as it is important for us to be reaching out to our community. Thank you to the ladies that have been volunteering. It is very much appreciated. We had a wonderful Associate Council in April. The Council Committee planned some very interesting speakers and many attendees come up to me to tell me what a fun time they had. Please try to attend Associate Council even if it for one time. You will get to see how your society runs and meet some lifelong friends. In October, First Vice President Dr. Sandra Wallis has again planned a very interesting and fun tour for our Board of Directors Meeting. We will be going to Old Ft. Niagara in New York. She has been working very closely with the New York Daughters on the Fort tour with some surprise stops along the way. We will be meeting on Tuesday, October 13 instead of our usual meeting on Monday. Our tour will be on Wednesday October 14. This change is due to the fact that the Fort is not open on Tuesday. I hope you can attend. You do not have to be a mem- ber of the Board of Directors to attend. You may come as a guest. Please make every effort to attend. Information on the meeting and tour are in this magazine. If you have any questions on 1812, please reach out to the Chairman National of that committee first. If she cannot assist you, please reach out to the Vice President in charge of your state. And don’t forget to join our members only Facebook page. If you are interested in joining our Membership Committee, please contact myself. We will be meeting on zoom on ways to increase and maintain member- ship. I look forward to seeing some of you in October. HAPPY 250TH ANNIVERSARY TO OUR WONDERFUL COUNTRY.
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4 | AUGUST 2026 | U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter Reports for: Associate Council PUBLISHED IN THE AUGUST NEWS-LETTER Officers National, Standing Committee Chairmen and State President Reports: send to the PN and to the News-Letter edi- tor by March 15. This report is a summary of your past year’s accomplishment. All other reports such as New Members, Donations, Necrology, etc. send by June 1 to the News-letter editor. Reports for: Board of Directors Meeting: PUBLISHED IN THE FEBRUARY NEWS-LETTER Officers National and State President Reports, send to the PN and to the News- Letter Editor by Oct. 1. (No Standing Committee reports in this issue). These reports should cover events and accom- plishments since the Associate Council meeting in April. All other reports such as Treasurer, Donations, Necrology, etc., send to the News-Letter editor by Nov 15. “News From Across the Country” Articles: Chapters and State Societies may submit one “News from Across the Country” arti- cle per issue—min of 50 words up to 350 words—with up to two pictures. Submit directly to the editor’s email at: 1812newsletter@gmail.com. Deadlines are: Feb. issue: Nov 15; Aug. issue: Jun 1. Articles submitted with good, high-reso- lution pictures are generally shown larger Mark Your Calendar! UPCOMING NATIONAL MEETING DATES NATIONAL BOARD OF DIRECTORS Oct 13-14, 2026 WRITTEN REPORTS DUE Oct. 1, 2026 ASSOCIATE COUNCIL April 1-3, 2027 Annual Written Reports due from Officers/Chairmen National and State Presidents: March 15, 2027 FINANCIAL OBLIGATION SCHEDULE National dues payable by State Societies Oct. 1, 2026 Donations to national projects: November 15, 2026 (Individual, Chapter and State Donation forms are located on the Members-Only Website with instructions) National Dues Adult Members $20 Members-At-Large $25 Juniors $2 Application Fees Adult Members $54 Members-At-Large $59 Juniors $15 Supplemental $25 Dues & Fees News-Letter Deadlines AUGUST ISSUE: June 1 FEBRUARY ISSUE: Nov. 15 than articles submitted with small, low res- olution pictures. Be sure to include a brief caption for each picture. All Other Articles: Articles (except “News from Across the Country”) must be approved by the President National. Deadlines for copy are: February issue: Nov 15; August issue: Jun 1. Email to pn@usdaughters1812.org, with a CC to 1812newsletter@gmail.com. Once the article(s) are approved, the editor will select which ones to publish based on the available space. TO PLACE AN AD. Email us at 1812newsletter@gmail.com and we will send you an order form. Send the completed Ad Order Form along with the “attached” picture(s) to Linda Anderson, 1812newsletter@gmail.com. In the email subject line indicate that it is an ‘AD’ with your chapter or society name. Make check PAYABLE to Treasurer National U.S.D. 1812. Mail the check (and a copy of your ad order) to Beverly Baker, 804 Kirby Drive, Woodstock, GA 30188- 5231. For assistance, email us. Ads to be created by the News- Letter staff to ensure a consistent, professional look. Ads will be emailed back to you for approval. TIPS FOR TAKING PICTURES Send pictures as ‘attachments’. Send original, “large” or “actual” size images; at least 1MB in size, preferably over 3MB. Images under 1MB may be too grainy for printing and may be rejected or shown small. Good quality, high resolution pic- tures are generally shown larger. • Images pulled from the internet or Facebook are most likely low resolution and not usable. • Do not attach more than two images per email as some email service providers reduce the resolution. News Letter Guidelines and General Information
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6 | AUGUST 2026 | U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter The National Board of Directors Meeting will be held October 13 and 14, 2026, in Buffalo, NY. This meeting continues our efforts to hold meetings at significant sites relevant to the War of 1812. The location change offers the opportunity to visit Old Fort Niagara, one of the 1812 historic sites supported by our organization. The Board of Directors meeting will be held on Tuesday, October 13, so that attendees can visit Old Fort Niagara on Wednesday. This is a change from our usual meetings on Mondays. The National Board of Directors Meeting will be held at Salvatore’s Grand Hotel, 6675 Transit Road, Williamsville, NY 14221. A room block has been reserved at a cost of $139.00 per night plus taxes. A free full buffet breakfast is included. The hotel is a short distance from the Buffalo Airport and offers free shuttle service. The hotel maintains a vet- erans’ park nearby for outdoor strolls. The meeting will begin at 9:30. A buffet National Board of Directors Meeting October 13-14, 2026, Buffalo, New York MEETING SCHEDULE Monday, October 12 TBD NHETF Meeting TBD Executive Board Meeting Tuesday, October 13, 9:30 am National Board of Directors Meeting 12:00 Lunch 2:30 pm TBD Wednesday, October 14 8:30 – 5:00 All-day Tour Old Fort Niagara, Cheektowaga War of 1812 Cemetery, and Tuscarora Heroes Monument. HOTEL RESERVATIONS Salvatore’s Grand Hotel 6675 Transit Road Williamsville, NY 14221 Reservation Block Monday, Oct. 12 – Thursday, Oct. 15 Rate $139 per night + taxes (includes breakfast) Members are responsible for making their own hotel reservations. Reservations may be made by email at: frontdesk@salvatoresgrand.com or by calling (716) 636-4900. Mention you are with Daughters of 1812. Reservations are open now! Please make your reservation as soon as possible but no later than September 15, 2026 to make sure that you get a room in the block. The number of rooms available in the block is limited. There is no penalty for canceling up to 24 hours in advance, so better safe than sorry! lunch will be available following the meeting. Cost for the luncheon will be $45. Stay tuned! Options for a Tuesday afternoon excursion in Buffalo are still being investigated. On Wednesday, an optional tour of Old Fort Niagara is scheduled. Daughters will travel to Old Fort Niagara by motor coach with stops at the Cheektowaga War of 1812 Cemetery and the Lewiston Tuscarora Heroes Monument. Following a stop for lunch, Daughters will continue to Old Fort Niagara for a tour of this historic site. The tour includes transportation between the sites and the hotel as well as admission fees. Please see more detailed information about the tour elsewhere in this News-Letter. The most convenient airport is Buffalo Niagara International Airport. As noted earlier, the meeting hotel runs a free shut- tle to and from the airport. Please note that Niagara Falls is very nearby. If you want to visit this iconic site, please bring your passport! The most scenic spot is across the Canadian border. PLEASE NOTE: The National Board of Directors shall consist of the Officers National, State Presidents, Honorary Presidents National, and Elected Trustees of the National Headquarters Endowment Trust Fund (NHETF). (Constitution and Bylaws, Article VII, Section 1) ALL REPORTS of Officers National, State Presidents, and NHETF are due prior to the meeting. Email copies to President National, Recording Secretary National, and News-Letter Editor. Chairmen National and N.S.U.S.D. 1812 members are encouraged to attend but only members of the National Board as listed above may vote. ALL Daughters and their guests are welcome to attend the tours.
U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter | AUGUST 2026 | 7 The National Society is excited to offer a trip to Old Fort Niagara on Wednesday, October 14, following the National Board meeting. The tour will include stops at the historic Cheektowaga War of 1812 Cemetery and the Tuscarora Heroes Monument at Lewiston, NY. Cheektowaga War of 1812 Cemetery The first stop will be the Cheektowaga Garrison Cemetery, more widely known as the War of 1812 Cemetery. Daughters will travel by bus from the hotel to Cheek- towaga, which is just a short distance from Williamsville. The cemetery holds the remains of over 300 American sol- diers and nearly 100 British prisoners who died during the Niagara Frontier Campaign, including those wounded on August 14, 1814, at Fort Erie. Many per- ished from dysentery, diarrhea, typhus, and other bacterial infections exacerbated by the warm, rainy weather of 1814. Records list about 202 names, but hun- dreds more are believed to be buried here without recorded names. The cemetery is near the site of a general military hospital established in July 1814. The original hospital contract specified “no burying place in the premises,” but soldiers died in large numbers from illness and battle wounds. There were temporary hospital buildings on the site in 1813 as well. The dead were placed on a neighbor- ing parcel owned by the Holland Land Company, which later became the ceme- tery’s permanent location. The site is interpreted by the Cheektowaga Historical Association and Historical Museum and is maintained by the town of Cheektowaga. New York Daughters are arranging a presentation on site by Gary Parks, the Town of Cheektowaga Historian. The National Society will hold a brief memorial at the cemetery and place a commemora- tive wreath. Old Fort Niagara Tour Wednesday, October 14, 2026 continued on next page
8 | AUGUST 2026 | U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter ABOVE: This ancient fort on the Niagara River at the mouth of Lake Ontario has seen French, British and American history unfold. ABOVE and BELOW: This tribute in Lewiston, New York, recognizes the contribution of the native American tribe who assisted residents when the British attacked. The bronze monument is one of the largest erected during the War of 1812 Bicentennial. Tuscarora Heroes Monument After leaving Cheektowaga, the tour will continue to Lewiston, NY, with a stop at the Tuscarora Heroes Monument. The monument is located in Lewiston and stands as a testa- ment of thanksgiving from the people of Lewiston to the Tuscarora Nation for saving the lives of dozens of local resi- dents during the British attack on December 19, 1813. It con- sists of three life-sized bronze sculptures that depict a tableau of two Tuscarora men rescuing a local woman and her baby from the British attack. It is recognized as the largest War of 1812 bicentennial monument project in the United States. The National Society United States Daughters of 1812 con- tributed to the project. The Village of Lewiston allowed the use of its park property to locate the monument. The National Society will place a commemorative wreath at the monument in observation of this visit. Following the stop in Lewiston, the group will enjoy lunch in a local establishment before traveling on to Old Fort Niagara. New York Daughters have arranged an afternoon escorted tour of the Fort. Ample time has been included for visiting the exhibits, viewing the film and enjoying the museum shop. Fort Niagara (also called Old Fort Niagara) Located near today’s Youngstown, NY, Fort Niagara is a fortification originally built by France to protect its interests in North America, specifically control of access between the Niagara River and Lake Ontario, the easternmost of the Great Lakes. The fort is on the river's eastern bank at its mouth on Lake Ontario. The British took over the fort in 1759 during the French and Indian War. The United States was
U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter | AUGUST 2026 | 9 ABOVE and BELOW: Garrison Cemetery (War of 1812 Cemetery) Hundreds of sol- diers who were treated at the military hospi- tal nearby and died of wounds or disease were buried here. ceded the fort after it gained independence in the American Revolutionary War, but the British delayed its transfer until the Jay Treaty in 1796 established the legal border with British Canada. During the War of 1812, the fort's guns sank the Provincial Marine schooner Seneca on November 21, 1812. British forces captured the fort on the night of December 19, 1813, in retaliation for the Americans' burning of the Canadian town of Niagara nine days earlier. The British held the fort until they relinquished it under the terms of the Treaty of Ghent. It has remained in US custody ever since. Although the US Army deactivated the fort in 1963, the Coast Guard continues to have a presence. Since 1927, the Old Fort Niagara Association has focused on pre- serving and presenting the history of Old Fort Niagara. This non-profit group oper- ates the fort and grounds as a state park and preserves it in part as a museum and site for historical re-enactments. It is also a venue for special events related to the region's history. The tour is open to all Daughters and their guests. The cost is $75 and includes bus transportation and admission to the Fort. Lunch will be on your own. Regis– tration can be found online on the registra- tion form for the Fall Board Meeting. .
Historical Marker Honors the Thomas Freeman and Peter Custis Red River Expedition of 1806 The first known historical marker honoring the Thomas Freeman and Peter Custis Red River Expedition of 1806, an expedition that spanned present-day Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, and Texas, was dedicated in Texarkana, Texas, on May 15, 2026. The marker brings renewed attention to an important but often-forgotten chap- ter of American history. "This was very much a destination that [President Thomas] Jefferson was intrigued by, and yet the story of this expedi- tion, because of the outcome of it, ended up being swept under the rug," said Dan L. Flores, author and historian. "Several years ago, I did enough research to rescue the story and try to tell the full story of this expedition." "This historical marker will allow future generations an opportunity to learn more about... the [American] history of this area...in the early 1800's," said Texarkana, TX, Mayor Bob Bruggeman. This expedition was important to the Red River region's his- tory as Americans were mapping land, studying wildlife, and meeting native nations along the way. The group of 50 were met near present day New Boston, TX, by Spanish troops that objected to Americans proceeding into the West before the boundaries were settled. Jefferson's goals were to find the river's headwaters and find a water route to Santa Fe. Members raised funds for the state president's project during Kellie Mathieu's term 2024-2026 for a historic marker honoring the Freeman-Custis Red River Expedition of 1806 and for three National Society's scholarships in the amount of $5,436. Dan L. Flores, PhD, was the keynote speaker and recounted the trials and successes of the expedition. Flores' book, Southern Counterpart to Lewis and Clark: The Freeman and Custis Expedition of 1806, which documents the journals of the Expeditionists, was a forty-year commit- ment to save the documents from obscurity and to place before the American public primary documents of the United States government's exploration of the Louisiana Purchase territory. Dr. Flores has published 11 books, pro- vided commentary on the Ken Burns production, The American Buffalo, and produced podcasts on the history and ecology of The West. Texas Society was honored to rec- ognize him with The Spirit of 1812 Award. Serving as the Historic Preservation Officer for the City of Texarkana, TX, Matt Solomon had been on a mission to find missing landmark markers and to install replacements and new ones in the East Texas Region. Texarkana situated at the Matt Solomon, Bob Bruggeman, Dan Flores, Lorna Rankin, Ella Guaqueta and Ulysses Brewer. 10 | AUGUST 2026 | U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter
intersection of Texas, Arkansas, Louisiana and Oklahoma was a nexus of nations. Solomon's passion for sharing the stories that connected people to places and his belief that preserving our past is key to inspiring pride and purpose in our future provided merits for receiving the National History Award. Mayor Bob Bruggeman of Texarkana, TX, and Assistant Mayor Ulysses Brewer of Texarkana, AR, presented a procla- mation declaring May 15, 2026, as the Freeman-Custis Red River Expedition Day. The hospitality extended by Texar- kana, TX, was appreciated. Additionally, Civil Air Patrol, 95th Composite Squadron of the Arkansas Wing presented the Colors. President National Cheryl “Cher” Miller Sesma extended greetings and well wishes. Participants included State President Lorna Rankin, Honorary State President Ella Wright Guaqueta, serving as Historian National, Honorary State President Kellie Mathieu, State First Vice President Tammie Blackburn, and State Second Vice President Victoria Panzer. With guest Diane King, State President of OK, approximately 20 members joined the celebration. Dan L. Flores, PhD, documented the journals from the Red River Expedition, saving it from obscurity, and received The Spirit of 1812 Medal. Texas Daughters and guests celebrate the unveiling of the Freeman-Custis Red River Expedition Marker in Texarkana, Texas. U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter | AUGUST 2026 | 11
12 | AUGUST 2026 | U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter NEW ANCESTORS Verified and approved 12/1/2025 - 5/31/2026. Last ancestor ID issued was 32543. BACHELDER, Daniel ID:32402 b. 27 Feb 1799/ME d. 28 Oct 1845 / OH Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Pvt / ME Spouse: Mary Polly Spencer BARBER, Alexander ID:32470 b. 03 Sep 1780/CT d. 17 Nov 1861 / IL Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Pvt / IL Spouse: 1) Nancy Dennis BARBER, Milo ID:32537 b. 1787/CT d. 12 Apr 1854 / NY Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Pvt / NY Spouse: 1) Anna Lane 2) Cornelia C G Doll BARNES, Churchill ID:32513 b. 03 May 1784/ d. 05 Dec 1847 / PA Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / QtrMst Sgt / NY Spouse: Sally Vaughan BENSON, John ID:32499 b. 27 Jan 1730/ d. 16 Jun 1804 / NJ Svc/Rank/ST: CS / / NJ Spouse: Rebecca Demarest BILLS, Daniel ID:32405 b. Sep 1740/ d. 18 Mar 1829 / TN Svc/Rank/ST: CS / / NC Spouse: Deborah Denman BILLS, Gersham ID:32406 b. 17 Oct 1767/ d. bef 18 Sep 1847 / TN Svc/Rank/ST: CS / / NC Spouse: Mary Hutchins BLACK, Jonathan ID:32404 b. ca 1768/PA d. 08 Apr 1836 / AR Svc/Rank/ST: CS / / MS Spouse: Mary BLANCHET, Rene' ID:32455 b. ca 1771/FR d. aft 07 May 1855 / LA Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Surgeon / LA Spouse: Francoise Crusson BOLINGER, Frederick ID:32443 b. 27 Aug 1767/PA d. aft 13 Oct 1843 / AR Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Artificer / TN Spouse: Elizabeth (Betsy) Weaver BOOKOUT, Joseph ID:32487 b. c 1787/NC d. 13 Sep 1855 / IN Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Pvt / TN Spouse: Sarah Lumpkin BOST, Elias ID:32447 b. 24 Jun 1747/PA d. 12 Oct 1822 / NC Svc/Rank/ST: CS / / PA Spouse: Katherine Lylery BOUNDS, Jesse ID:32456 b. c 1730/MD d. 1804 / TN Svc/Rank/ST: CS / / TN Spouse: Ann X BRICKEY, Peter ID:32507 b. 09 Feb 1794/TN d. 15 Aug 1874 / MO Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Pvt / TN Spouse: Nancy Polly Sutton BRITTON, Otis ID:32479 b. 6 Oct 1775/NH d. 2 Aug 1815 / NY Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Drum Maj / NY Spouse: Diadama Cole BROOKS, Ambrose ID:32458 b. c 1796/VA d. bef 1850 / TN Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Pvt / VA Spouse: Elizabeth Gentry BROWNFIELD, Robert ID:32523 b. 26 Jul 1794/PA d. 10 Sep 1857 / IA Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Pvt / PA Spouse: Sarah Elizabeth Price BUCHANAN, John ID:32495 b. ca 1736/ d. bef 03 Feb 1804 / GA Svc/Rank/ST: CS / / GA Spouse: X X BUCHANAN, Joseph ID:32496 b. ca 1761/ d. bef 03 Sep 1810 / GA Svc/Rank/ST: CS / / GA Spouse: X X BURGESS, Timothy ID:32530 b. 1797/NY d. 1885 / WI Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Drummer / NY Spouse: Lodicia Porter BURNSIDE, James ID:32521 b. 1727/VA d. bef Oct 1812 / VA Svc/Rank/ST: CS / / VA Spouse: 1) I. Patterson 2) S. Meadows BURROW, Ishmael ID:32426 b. 1765/VA d. ca 1828 / TN Svc/Rank/ST: CS / / NC Spouse: Catherine Elizabeth Coble BUSBY, Abraham ID:32415 b. 22 Nov 1790/MD d. 8 Jun 1855 / OH Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Ens / MD Spouse: Deborah Kemp BUTTON, Elias ID:32442 b. bef 1794/VA d. bef 1830 / KY Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Ens to Lt / KY Spouse: Nancy Settle CAMP, Burwell ID:32449 b. 1779/SC d. 1862 / GA Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Pvt / GA Spouse: Elizabeth (Betsy) Moore CAMP, Joseph ID:32477 b. 1775/SC d. bef 1838 / SC Svc/Rank/ST: CS / / SC Spouse: Margaret X CARTER, Williamson ID:32471 b. 1777/VA d. 20 Dec 1853 / VA Svc/Rank/ST: CS / / VA Spouse: Martha England CHA(C)SE, Ezekiel ID:32504 b. 20 Oct 1760/MA d. 22 Nov 1845 / MA Svc/Rank/ST: CS / / MA Spouse: Lydia Wilbur CHA(C)SE, Simeon ID:32503 b. bef 1736/MA d. Bef 29 Apr 1803 / MA Svc/Rank/ST: CS / / MA Spouse: Elisabeth Cornell CIST, Charles ID:32459 b. 24 Apr 1792/PA d. 5 Sep 1888 / OH Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Pvt / PA Spouse: Jane White
U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter | AUGUST 2026 | 13 NEW ANCESTORS Verified and approved 12/1/2025 - 5/31/2026. Last ancestor ID issued was 32543. COLEMAN, Eden ID:32497 b. / d. bef 10 Sep 1816 / GA Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Pvt / GA Spouse: Nancy Daniel CORBETT, Walter,John, ID:32489 b. c 1792/SC d. 10 Sep 1878 / SC Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Pvt / SC Spouse: Sarah Cobia DARBY, James ID:32407 b. ca 1779/SC d. bef 13 Oct 1851 / AL Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / 3rd Lt / GA Spouse: Martha Patsy Burns DEALE, George ID:32461 b. 1784/ d. 20 Sep 1820 / MD Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Pvt / MD Spouse: Catherine Bomberger DEMENT, William ID:32506 b. 1768/MD d. 20 Mar 1853 / OH Svc/Rank/ST: CS / / OH Spouse: Ella Dailey DENNY, George ID:32409 b. ca 1714/ d. ca 1788 / Svc/Rank/ST: CS / / NC Spouse: DOGGETT, Thomas ID:32484 b. 1775/VA d. bef 7 Sep 1857 / GA Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Pvt / GA Spouse: 1) S. Smith 2) R. McCallum 3)XX DUPUY, Paul ID:32532 b. 24 Jan 1779/LA d. 4 Nov 1855 / LA Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Pvt / LA Spouse: Magdalene Schlatre DURHAM, Seth ID:32478 b. 1799/SC d. p 1880 / GA Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Pvt / GA Spouse: Serena Maria Holloway EASTMAN, Asa ID:32429 b. 5 Dec 1770/NH d. 16 Aug 1818 / NH Svc/Rank/ST: CS / / NH Spouse: Polly Kimball EVANS, Richard ID:32431 b. ca 1768/MD d. a 23 Sep 1835 / KY Svc/Rank/ST: CS / / KY Spouse: XX FISHER, Elijah ID:32492 b. ca 1783/VA d. bef 17 Feb 1852 / IN Svc/Rank/ST: CS / / IN Spouse: Martha Patty Meek FORDHAM, Benjamin ID:32445 b. 27 Nov 1743/NC d. 26 Oct 1810 / NC Svc/Rank/ST: CS / / NC Spouse: Mary Blackshear FORTSON, Benjamin ID:32520 b. c 1765/VA d. bef 1 Sep 1825 / GA Svc/Rank/ST: CS / / GA Spouse: Elizabeth Gaines FRICK, David ID:32510 b. 24 Mar 1774/PA d. 04 Oct 1814 / NY Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Pvt / PA Spouse: Anna Landis FUQUAY, Aaron ID:32444 b. ca 1796/KY d. bef 12 Jul 1838 / Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Pvt / VA Spouse: Zelphia Ellis GATTIS, Isaac ID:32418 b. c 1775/NC d. p 18 Oct 1841 / TN Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Pvt / TN Spouse: Mary Patty King GILBERT, Robert ID:32522 b. c 1788/ d. p 29 Nov 1827 / NC Svc/Rank/ST: CS / / NC Spouse: Eunice Unity Godwin GILLESPIE, Silas ID:32514 b. ca 1770/NC d. May 1850 / NC Svc/Rank/ST: CS / / NC Spouse: Mary Polly Nial GOODLETT, Richard ID:32486 b. 10 Nov 1751/ d. 19 Mar 1816 / SC Svc/Rank/ST: CS / / SC Spouse: Rachel X GOVE, Jeremiah ID:32485 b. 29 Feb 1764/NH d. 17 Dec 1843 / NH Svc/Rank/ST: MIL-INF / Pvt / NH Spouse: Mary Morrill GRAY, Martin ID:32463 b. 4 Nov 1796/PA d. 18 Sep 1876 / IA Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Pvt / OH Spouse: Mary Armstrong GUNTER, William ID:32516 b. 1784/SC d. abt Aug 1863 / SC Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Pvt / SC Spouse: Mary (Polly) X HADLEY, John ID:32420 b. 28 Mar 1755/ d. 2 Aug 1817 / NC Svc/Rank/ST: CS / / NC Spouse: Margaret Livingston HAGEMAN, Adrian ID:32509 b. 1745/NJ d. 02 Jun 1821 / OH Svc/Rank/ST: CS / / OH Spouse: Jane Lupardus HAMMOND, Eli ID:32448 b. 16 Mar 1764/NC d. 26 Jan 1842 / AL Svc/Rank/ST: Rangers / Capt / MS/AL Spouse: Mary (Polly) Purnell Owen HASTINGS, Josiah ID:32453 b. 26 Jul 1724/MA d. 14 Dec 1810 / NH Svc/Rank/ST: CS / / NH Spouse: Mary Molly Hartwell HEADY, Thomas ID:32480 b. 15 Apr 1780/PA d. 27 Mar 1845 / MO Svc/Rank/ST: CS / / KY Spouse: Rebecca Goodwin HIGGINA, Charles ID:32451 b. 29 Aug 1762/MA d. ca 1807 / HH Svc/Rank/ST: CS / / NH Spouse: Sarah Hastings HIGGINS, Charles ID:32452 b. 29 Aug 1762/MA d. ca 1807 / Svc/Rank/ST: CS / / NH Spouse: Sarah Hastings
14 | AUGUST 2026 | U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter NEW ANCESTORS Verified and approved 12/1/2025 - 5/31/2026. Last ancestor ID issued was 32543. HILLS, Orange ID:32491 b. 04 Sep 1782/CT d. 21 Jun 1848 / NY Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Pvt / NY Spouse: Betsy House HOLCOMBE, William ID:32482 b. 8 Nov 1779/NC d. aft 1820 / TN Svc/Rank/ST: CS / / TN Spouse: Mary Robinson HUBBARD, Daniel ID:32535 b. 6 Jun 1792/MA d. 20 Oct 1885 / MI Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Pvt / NY Spouse: Pamelia Rouse HULL, Richard Anderson ID:32430 b. 1775/NC d. 30 Dec 1838 / IL Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Pvt / TN Spouse: Nancy Ann Stockstill HUTCHINS, John ID:32408 b. 23 Feb 1738/VA d. aft 16 Mar 1825 / NC Svc/Rank/ST: CS / / NC Spouse: Alice Stanley JENKINS, Irvin ID:32525 b. 28 Nov 1775/ d. 27 Feb 1827 / Svc/Rank/ST: INF / Capt / NC Spouse: Elizabeth Cherry KEENUM, Richard ID:32466 b. c 1785/VA d. 1 Aug 1853 / OH Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Pvt / VA Spouse: Nancy Williams KESTERSON, Willis H, ID:32493 b. ca 1792/VA d. 08 Jan 1870 / WV Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Pvt / VA Spouse: Catherine Gregory LABATUT, Jean Pierre, ID:32421 b. 20 Jul 1788/LA d. 04 Feb 1827 / LA Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / 1st Lt / LA Spouse: Euphemie Bara LANTER, Larkin ID:32450 b. ca 1796/VA d. 25 Mar 1887 / KY Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Pvt / KY Spouse: 1) N. Milner 2) M. Edwards LASSWELL, Jesse ID:32540 b. ca 1786/KY d. 02 May 1859 / MO Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Pvt / KY Spouse: 1) Jinny Winer Milton LAWSON, Thomas ID:32502 b. 14 Oct 1783/KY d. 22 Jan 1812 / OH Svc/Rank/ST: INF / Sgt / KY Spouse: Maria Mountjoy LLOYD, Robert Grundy ID:32526 b. c 1785/MD d. 30 Jul 1834 / MD Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Pvt / MD Spouse: Mary Ruth LOFTON, John ID:32490 b. 13 Dec 1791/SC d. 13 Jul 1851 / GA Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Sgt / SC Spouse: Sarah Jester LONGLEY, Joel ID:32528 b. 1 Sep 1791/VA d. 23 Feb 1877 / GA Svc/Rank/ST: INF / Pvt / TN Spouse: 1) Bodine 2) M. Johnston 3) J. Lovelady LOOMIS, Hirim ID:32531 b. 25 Dec 1800/NY d. 14 Sep 1891 / IA Svc/Rank/ST: INF / Drummer / NY Spouse: Cynthia Merithew LYON, Isaac ID:32536 b. 4 Apr 1795/NY d. 2 Apr 1801 / WI Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Pvt / NY Spouse: Eunice Coffin MAGRUDER, Ezekiel ID:32413 b. c 1792/MD d. post 1860 / KY Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Pvt / KY Spouse: Nancy Miller MARTIN, Hutson ID:32425 b. 10 Jan 1778/VA d. 7 Jul 1838 / KY Svc/Rank/ST: CS / / KY Spouse: Anna Lockridge MARTZ, George ID:32517 b. 31 Mar 1786/ d. 8 Mar 1787 / MD Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Capt / MD Spouse: Catherine Reese MATHEWS, Lemuel ID:32474 b. c 1792/NC d. 9 Mar 1851 / TN Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Pvt / TN Spouse: Hannah Markun MATLOCK, Thomas ID:32476 b. 4 Feb 1788/TN d. 15 Jun 1854 / TX Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Sgt / AL Spouse: Elizabeth Rogers MCNUTT, Samuel ID:32457 b. 05 Feb 1797/PA d. 15 Feb 1893 / OH Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Pvt / OH Spouse: Mary Snyder MCWILLIAMS, Peachy H. ID:32441 b. 2 Jun 1796/VA d. 10 Sep 1871 / IN Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Pvt / VA Spouse: 1) P. Ragan 2} M. Huckleberry 3) J. Russell MEEK, Jacob ID:32494 b. Mar 1758/MD d. 17 May 1840 / IN Svc/Rank/ST: CS / / IN Spouse: X X MERRITT, Francis ID:32446 b. bp 28 Jul 1765/MA d. 29 Mar 1818 / Svc/Rank/ST: ARTY / Pvt / MA Spouse: Mary Pedrick MILLER, Jacob ID:32488 b. 6 Aug 1776/PA d. 15 Jun 1863 / PA Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Lt / PA Spouse: Harriett Elliott MILLER, Robert ID:32475 b. 30 Nov 1794/VA d. 28 Dec 1868 / IN Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Pvt / KY Spouse: Jemima McAlister MULTER, Peter A. ID:32515 b. 1794/NY d. 16 Jan 1855 / WI Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Pvt / NY Spouse: Aurilla Niles MURRY, Samuel ID:32424 b. c 1788/VA d. Mar 1870 / KY Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Pvt / KY Spouse: XX
U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter | AUGUST 2026 | 15 NEW ANCESTORS Verified and approved 12/1/2025 - 5/31/2026. Last ancestor ID issued was 32543. MYERS, John ID:32464 b. 2 Feb 1775/VA d. p 8 Jul 1850 / TN Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Pvt / TN Spouse: Mary Beeler N(A)USKEY, John ID:32469 b. 1790/MD d. / Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Pvt / MD Spouse: Margaret Kehrum NEWTON, William ID:32435 b. Jan 1795/VA d. 21 Sep 1881 / WV Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Pvt / VA Spouse: Elizabeth Powell NICHOLS, Henry ID:32462 b. / d. p 27 May 1833 / MS Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Pvt / MS Spouse: Ellender Cook OGILVIE, Harris ID:32410 b. 21 Mar 1759/NC d. 11 Nov 1823 / TN Svc/Rank/ST: CS / / TN Spouse: Elizabeth Amis OWNBY, JohnJr ID:32416 b. 11 Jul 1781/NC d. 5 Sep 1869 / TN Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Pvt / NC Spouse: 1) E. Hill 2) Lucinda Mary Martin PACKARD, James ID:32505 b. 23 Sep 1724/MA d. aft 02 Aug 1790 / MA Svc/Rank/ST: CS / / MA Spouse: Mary Thayer PARKS, Zephaniah ID:32529 b. c 1792/NY d. 27 Feb 1874 / IA Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Pvt / NY Spouse: Leah A. Green PARSONS, Job ID:32434 b. 11 Jun 1789/VA d. 16 Dec 1883 / WV Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Pvt / VA Spouse: 1) Jemima Ward 2) Sarah Losh PENDLETON, Reuben ID:32472 b. ca 1774/VA d. 08 Mar 1860 / VA Svc/Rank/ST: CS / / VA Spouse: 1) Patience Guthrie PHILLIPS, Jacob ID:32539 b. 1769/NC d. aft 1850 / NC Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Pvt / NC Spouse: Mary Polly Watts PIERCE, Lemuel ID:32500 b. ca 1788/NH d. 19 Jul 1866 / PA Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Pvt / NY Spouse: Syble Chandler PILCHER, Fielding ID:32473 b. c 1775/VA d. 13 Sep 1834 / LA Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Pvt / KY Spouse: X X PITZER, Jacob ID:32460 b. 25 Oct 1794/VA d. 10 Jul 1858 / VA Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Pvt / VA Spouse: Nancy Rumsburg PULLEN, Nicholas ID:32533 b. 2 Apr 1779/VT d. 7 Jan 1843 / NY Svc/Rank/ST: CAV / Pvt / NY Spouse: Sarah Cooper RANNEY, Lyman ID:32427 b. 13 Dec 1793/MA d. 11 Feb 1879 / NY Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Pvt / NY Spouse: Sophronia Soper REDDING, Moses ID:32428 b. 16 Dec 1741/MA d. aft 23 May 1827 / Svc/Rank/ST: CS / / VT Spouse: 1) Sarah Jones 2) Priscilla Rider REED, John ID:32403 b. ca 1790/ d. 16 Jun 1840 / MO Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Cpl / KY Spouse: Mary REED, Joseph ID:32541 b. / d. bef 28 Feb 1819 / AR Svc/Rank/ST: CS / / KY Spouse: Sarah RICKETTS, Thomas ,Griffith, ID:32414 b. 1792/MD d. aft 29 Jul 1872 / KY Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Cpl / KY Spouse: Mary Mitchell ROACH, Robert ID:32543 b. 05 Sep 1797/NJ d. 15 Apr 1876 / IN Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Pvt / NJ Spouse: Milly Hammond ROGERS, Britain ID:32422 b. ca 1789/TN d. 14 Jan 1857 / TN Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Pvt / TN Spouse: Mary Polly Pitt ROGERS, Joseph ID:32538 b. 21 Aug 1764/Ireland d. 6 Nov 1833 / TN Svc/Rank/ST: CS / / TN Spouse: Mary Amis ROWELL, Charles ID:32518 b. Feb 1785/NH d. 11 Jan 1867 / NH Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Pvt / NH Spouse: Mary (Polly) Davis SAYRE, Joseph ID:32512 b. ca 1765/NJ d. 06 Jul 1848 / NJ Svc/Rank/ST: CS / / NJ Spouse: Sarah Littell SMITH, Hardy ID:32468 b. c 1789/NC d. p 1870 / AL Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Brig Gen / NC Spouse: Elizabeth Wilkins SMITH, Simeon ID:32432 b. c 1780/SC d. p 1824 / TN Svc/Rank/ST: CS / / TN Spouse: Anne X SMITH, Wright ID:32467 b. 1789/ d. 20 Nov 1872 / NC Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Pvt / NC Spouse: 1) Sally (Fanny) Taylor 2) Ann Gibson SPATZ, Jacob ID:32527 b. 10 Oct 1782/ d. 9 Apr 1846 / PA Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Pvt / PA Spouse: Elizabeth Hill SPENCER, Ira Gerrard, ID:32465 b. 8 Dec 1792/NY d. 6 Feb 1876 / MI Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Pvt / NY Spouse: Sally Earl
16 | AUGUST 2026 | U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter NEW ANCESTORS Verified and approved 12/1/2025 - 5/31/2026. Last ancestor ID issued was 32543. SPERRY, Ambrose ID:32498 b. 03 Apr 1756/CT d. 25 Sep 1817 / NY Svc/Rank/ST: CS / / CT Spouse: Patience Wheeler SPILLER, William ID:32411 b. ca 1769/VA d. post 12 Dec 1850 / IL Svc/Rank/ST: CS / / TN Spouse: Winifred Benson STEELE, Bazaleel ID:32412 b. abt 1776/VA d. 3 Jul 1857 / OH Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Pvt / OH Spouse: Rachel Sparling STILWELL, Jacob ID:32524 b. 13 Sep 1795/NY d. 3 Nov 1865 / NY Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Cpl / NY Spouse: Elizabeth Quick STROTHER, Robert ID:32483 b. 26 Nov 1785/NC d. 21 Jun 1861 / TX Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Cpl / TN Spouse: Hannah Aldrid TAYLOR, Reuben ID:32437 b. c 1761/MA d. 14 Jul 1845 / MA Svc/Rank/ST: CS / / MA Spouse: Lucretia Bowers TERRY, Stephen ID:32439 b. / d. bef Mar 1846 / SC Svc/Rank/ST: CS / / SC Spouse: XX THARP, Samuel ID:32501 b. 28 Nov 1796/NC d. 02 Sep 1885 / NC Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Pvt / NC Spouse: Susannah Hewett THERIOT, Pierre Joseph, ID:32481 b. 1767/LA d. bur 30 Jun 1854 / LA Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / 1st Lt / LA Spouse: Anastasie Michel TOBEY, Elisha ID:32534 b. 22 Feb 1779/MA d. 29 Jun 1840 / MA Svc/Rank/ST: CS / / MA Spouse: 1) M. Gambler 2) S. Chapin Ferre(y) TRIMBLE, Moses ID:32436 b. c 1754/VA d. bef 3 Sep 1828 / GA Svc/Rank/ST: CS / / GA Spouse: Catherine Lewis UNDERWOOD, William ID:32508 b. 01 May 1780/DE d. 27 Apr 1866 / WV Svc/Rank/ST: MIL & CS / Capt_Civ Ser / VA Spouse: Hannah Willis VANCE, James ID:32433 b. 15 Sep 1760/VA d. 10 May 1836 / VA Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Capt / VA Spouse: Bethiah Kincaid WARNER, Oliver Ring, ID:32419 b. 16 Mar 1729/ d. 28 Sep 1799 / RI Svc/Rank/ST: CS / / RI Spouse: 2} Elizabeth Read WEEK(E)S, Jonathan ID:32519 b. 31 Oct 1778/MA d. 5 Nov 1863 / MA Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Pvt / NH Spouse: Sarah Clark WEST, Samuel ID:32423 b. c 1776/VA d. bef 8 Nov 1834 / TN Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Capt / TN Spouse: Elizabeth Thompson WHEATON, Charles ID:32542 b. / d. bef 22 Jun 1822 / AR Svc/Rank/ST: CS / / TN Spouse: WHIDDEN, Samuel R, ID:32454 b. ca 1780/ d. bef 20 Sep 1856 / VT Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Pvt / VT Spouse: Mercy Soper WILLIAMS, Thomas ID:32440 b. c 1779/ d. c 1822 / KY Svc/Rank/ST: CS / / KY Spouse: Rebecca Duncan WRINKLE, David ID:32417 b. ca 1785/VA d. bef 1837 / LA Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Pvt / LA Spouse: Mary X WYSOR, Henry ID:32511 b. 07 Aug 1786/VA d. 20 Jul 1859 / VA Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Lt / VA Spouse: Cynthia Charlton YERBY, William T, ID:32438 b. c 1780/ d. Apr 1818 / VA Svc/Rank/ST: MIL / Capt / Va Spouse: Maria X
U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter | AUGUST 2026 | 17 Anew online submission form is now avail- able on the Members Only webpage to help us identify, document, and honor our Society’s Real Daughters and Real Grand- daughters. This easy-to-use tool allows members to submit Real Daughter (RD) and Real Grand- daughter (RGD) names, linked to their Patriot ancestors, directly within this National Database. By contributing to this growing resource, you are helping preserve the legacy of these remarkable women while strengthening opportunities for membership growth and grave marking efforts. Completing the online RD / RGD submission process allows the information you provide to be uploaded into a searchable database accessible through our Members Only section on the website. Why This Work Matters Since the founding of our Society, Real Daughters have been honored in meaningful ways. Following World War I, as the nation emerged from conflict, the organization celebrated 283 Real Daughters by adopting a silver and blue enamel Memorial Pin—at the notable price of 90 cents. Early newsletters are filled with chapter celebrations honoring these women, as well as tributes marking their passing. In time, recognition expanded to include Real Granddaughters through the formation of a dedi- cated committee. Although the committee even- tually became inactive as these generations passed, the commitment to honoring them never disappeared. After the 129th Associate Council in April 2021, President National Dianne Cannestra reestablished a committee devoted to recognizing Real Daugh- ters and Real Granddaughters once again. An online database was created, and members across the country began contributing research and docu- mentation. In 2021, more than 3,800 verified Real Daughters and Real Granddaughters were recorded. Over the past three years, more than 3,000 additional submissions have been added to the National Database. President National Cher Sesma is leading efforts to expand the number of entries while also improving the accuracy and com- pleteness of the database. The ultimate goal of this effort is twofold: to ensure these women are properly recognized and their graves marked, and to use this valuable lineage information to help grow our Society’s membership. Each submission preserves a legacy. Together, we can continue the important work of honoring the daughters and granddaughters who stand as living links to our War of 1812 Patriots. Instructions for using the Online RD / RGD submission process: 1. Sign into the Members Only section of the website 2. Confirm that the RD/RGD is not already in the database. Under Resource Library, select Data Searches, then click on RDG 131-Real Daughters and Granddaughters-Data Search. Use the search fields to locate her record if it exists. 3. If she is not listed, return to the Members Only homepage and select the Real Daughters and Real Granddaughters link on the right side of the page. 4. Review the formatting guidelines at the top of the form before completing it carefully and as thoroughly as possible. When submitting online, please use the Lookup ID feature if the Patriot ancestor is already approved. This ensures accurate linkage to U.S.D. 1812 ID numbers and helps prevent confusion among individuals with similar names (especially the many “John Smiths!”). If the Real Daughter or Real Granddaughter was a member of N.S.U.S.D. 1812, be sure to include her National Number in the designated field so her record may be properly connected. If planning to mark the grave, please select Yes on the form. This will automatically notify the Marker and Grave Location Chairman National. You can also use this form to update information on existing RD/RGDs – please note that in the sub- mission in the Internal Notes section. All New RD/RGD submissions are subject to approval. Once the information is approved, the submitter will receive confirmation via email. If there is an issue – such as a duplicate record - you may receive a denial notice or an email requesting clarification. With this online process, State Chair can also request reports about the number of approved submissions by state and chapter. What Can You and Your Chapter Do? 1. Review the online database to identify Real Daughters and Real Granddaughters whose graves may be eligible for marking. 2. Use the database as a genealogical tool to help identify lineage lines for prospective members. 3. Identify Real Daughters and Real Grand- daughters—member or not—whose father or grandfather was a Patriot of the War of 1812. If she is not already listed, submit her information through the online form. 4. Notify your State Chair of your submission to assist with the Annual Report to National, due March 1 each year. Real Daughters and Granddaughters Online Submission Process Help Us Honor Our Real Daughters and Real Granddaughters SUBMITTED BY BECKY SPEAKER, REAL DAUGHTERS AND REAL GRAND DAUGHTERS NATIONAL CHAIRMAN
18 | AUGUST 2026 | U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter From Sea to Shining Sea: The Floridas and the Texas Gutiérrez-Magee Expedition BY HISTORIAN NATIONAL ELLA WRIGHT GUAQUETA Expedition under Edmund Pendleton Gaines. Under President Madison service is recognized in the 1810 West Florida Annexation, The 1812 East Florida Expedition (The Patriot War), The 1812- 1813 Gutierrez-Magee Expedition in Texas and the 1814 military expedition against the Lafitte pirates. Where the Exploratory Expeditions under Jefferson were to establish the boundaries of the Louisiana Purchase in areas largely unpopulated by American cit- izens, many of the situations under President Madison came from an increas- ing American local population, which formed an uprising against Spain, declared independence, formed a republic, and then requested the U.S. to annex the lands “under immediate & special protection, as an integral & inalienable portion of the United States”. President Madison, 1809-1817, inher- ited a situation of an averted armed conflict with New Spain over the Spanish interven- tion attempts of the Expeditions under Jefferson and an attack by the British on a U.S Naval ship in July 1807. While needing to address British disregard for our sover- eignty, aspirations of many U.S. citizens were still high to expand the United States We celebrate 250 years of our shared United States his- tory this year. Many partici- pants of the American Revolution continued to serve during our 1812 Ancestor years of 1784 -1815. Our first President, George Wash- ington, served from 1787- 1797. Later presidents who had both Revolutionary War and 1812 service were Adams, Jefferson, Madison, Monroe, John Quincy Adams, and Jackson. Presidents who served during the War of 1812 whose fathers served in the Revolutionary War were Tyler, Taylor, Harrison, and Van Buren. The influence of the struggles and ideals from the Declaration of Inde- pendence on July 4, 1776 continues today, as does the courage to defend our sover- eignty. It is a moment to reflect on our past, the contri- butions of the many, and to consider our future. The history of the Floridas and the Gutiérrez-Magee Expedition of Texas is intertwined with some of the same people, the same pattern, a very different cost, and a final resolution that affected both. Even before the American Revolution, certain colonies were involved in efforts to acquire more land and influence in other colonies. Colonialism itself is a method of expan- sion. Before the 1845 idea of Manifest Destiny was popularized by newspaper editor John O’Sullivan was the concept of Continentalism, as seen in our Contin- ental Congress, where delegates were also sought from British Canadian colonies and Bermuda. This is the last in the series of three of From Sea to Shining Sea of how our new nation grew during our era to become a country on the continental coast- lines of the Atlantic Ocean, the Gulf of Mexico and the Pacific Ocean. Ancestor Service from 1784 to 1815 rec- ognizes the participants in the following Expeditions/Annexations. The Explor- atory Expeditions under President Jefferson, 1801-1809, were the Lewis and Clark Expedition, The Hunter-Dunbar Expedition, The Freeman-Custis Expe- dition, The Zebulon Pike Expeditions and the territorial reinforcement 1806 Sabine
U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter | AUGUST 2026 | 19 LEFT: 1904 Louisiana Purchase Exposition illustra- tion. Dec. 23, 2025 by Rawpixel. ABOVE: Siege of Fort Erie, Ontario, Canada, War of 1812 Reenactment. Sept. 27, 2008 by J.T. Lewis. RIGHT: Edmund Pendleton Gaines. 1807-1808. Artist Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin. National Gallery of Art. from Spanish territories. The Spanish King Charles IV agreed to cede Spanish lands in the Louisiana Territory to France in 1800 in the Treaty of San Ildefonso. In 1803 Napoleon sold the Louisiana Purchase to the U.S. with French and Spanish lands, which those in the Spanish Floridas and Texas dis- puted. In 1808 Napoleon replaced King Ferdinand VII, giving the title King of Spain to his brother Joseph Bonaparte. The effect of the long administrative disruption to the Spanish colonies in Mexico and Latin America was to weaken ties to European Spain and to strengthen local Spanish authority in those colonies in calls for inde- pendence from Spain. It was a period of chaotic transition from Old World to New World Spanish leadership. During our Ancestor years other names emerge repeatedly and a pattern is seen in our development. Some are complicated personalities. Each has contributed to our rich history. William Blount, (26 March 1749 Bertie Co, N.C.-21 March 1800 Knoxville, TN), (1812 Ancestor), a major landowner, served in Congress and was a delegate to the 1787 Constitutional Con- gress. As a Founding Father, he signed the Constitution of the United States, which became effective in 1789. He was later appointed by George Washington as Gov- ernor of the Southwest Territory, which became Tennessee on 1 June, 1796. His brother Reading Blount (1812 Ancestor) was elected as Major General of the NC state militia. His half-brother Willie Blount’s support of the War of 1812 as Governor of TN in 1809-1815 led to Tennessee’s nick- name of the Volunteer State. William Blount introduced the “Land Grab Bill” in 1783 in NC that opened the state's lands west of the Appalachians. It lasted one year before being revoked and four million acres were sold, three million to land speculators and to some NC legisla- tors. It complicated land ownership records for some time in NC and TN. It prompted the establishment of the State of Franklin in 1784, which lasted four and a half years as an independent republic until 1789, when it again became part of North Carolina. It was not recognized by the United States. In 1797 William Blount was expelled from the Senate under President John Adams and faced impeachment when his collaboration with the British to take over Spanish Louisiana and Florida was discovered. The impeachment issue was unresolved. Blount returned home to Tennessee and became a state senator. continued on next page
20 | AUGUST 2026 | U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter The British had gained the Floridas in 1763 from Spain when they captured Havana, Cuba, and then exchanged Cuba for the Floridas. The British lost West Florida on Sept. 21, 1779 during the Battle of Baton Rouge, when forces com- manded by Bernardo de Gálvez, Governor of Spanish Louisiana, took Fort New Richmond, Fort Bute, and demanded Fort Panmure in now Natchez, MS. They then took Mobile in 1780 and Pensacola in 1781. The 1783 Treaty of Paris, ending the Revolutionary War, returned the Floridas to Spanish control. William Blunt’s son-in-law was General Edmund Pendleton Gaines, who married Barbara Blount as his second wife. Gaines was assigned in 1801 to improve the Natchez Trace. In 1804 he was at Fort Stoddert. He was noted as a fair arbitra- tor. Gaines led the Sabine Expedition of 1806, with volunteers from AL, LA, MS, and TN, to secure the boundary between Spain and the United States along the Sabine River during the tensions when Spain intercepted the Freeman-Custis Red River Expedition of 1806. In 1807 Capt. Gaines arrested Aaron Burr. Later pro- moted to Brigadier General, he com- manded Fort Erie, successfully defending it against a large British force on August 15, 1814. In New Orleans in 1836, Gaines sent militia to Sam Houston and the Texan Army during the Texas Revolution. His troops restrained Indian attacks. Edmund Pendleton Gaines, (20 March 1777 Cul- peper Co, VA-6 June 1849 New Orleans, LA of cholera), was buried in Church Street Graveyard in Mobile, AL. His rela- tive James Gaines ran Gaines Ferry on the Sabine River, joined the Gutiérrez-Magee Expedition, fought in the War of 1812, and was a Signer of the Texas Declaration of Independence in 1836. James Gaines died in Oakland, CA in 1856 after finding gold during the Gold Rush. Edmund Pendleton Gaines’ father, Capt. James Gaines (1812 Ancestor) married to Elizabeth Strother, was a Revolutionary War veteran and later served in the NC House of Representatives. A sibling, George Strother Gaines, (1812 Ancestor), was named a federal trade agent in 1804 with the Choctaw Trading House in St. Stephens, Mississippi Territory. After the destruction of Fort Mims by the Red Sticks, George Strother Gaines would out- fit Choctaw volunteers against the Creeks in the Creek War of 1813-1814. How did the U.S. acquire West Florida from the Spanish under President Madison? West Florida extended from Baton Rouge to Pensacola. This is the area that Surveyors Andrew Ellicott and Thomas Freeman delineated in 1796 under President Washington when defin- ing the boundaries of the Mississippi Territory and Spain. The Congressional Mobile Act of 1804 extended U.S. federal revenue laws to all territories ceded by France in the Louisiana Purchase. Under this 1804 Act, the President had “discre- tionary authority” to take possession of these lands. The Convention at Baton Rouge, con- sisting of local residents, on 26 September 1810 declared West Florida to be indepen- ABOVE: Spanish Claims to East and West Florida. Artist Thomas Kitchin, 1763. Library of Congress. BELOW: Flag of the Republic of West Florida.
U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter | AUGUST 2026 | 21 dent. Isaac Johnson Jr.’s wife Melissa designed a flag with one star on a blue background. Eighty men under Philemon Thomas (1812 Ancestor), (9 Feb. 1762 Orange Co, VA – 18 Nov. 1847 Baton Rouge, LA), attacked the Spanish Fort San Carlos at Baton Rouge, killing the Spanish Commander Luis de Grand Pré and Private Manuel Matamoros. Luis de Grand Pré, age 23, was the son of West Florida Governor Carlos de Grand Pré, who had been with Gálvez at the 1779 Battle of Baton Rouge. Genealogists have estab- lished a connection between Carlos de Grand Pré and Pope Leo XIV, born Robert Francis Prevost in Chicago, IL. The group also captured 28 soldiers and the Baton Rouge District Governor Carlos De Hault de Lassus. The Kemper brothers were involved and Reuben Kemper led an unsuccessful attempt to capture Mobile. They chose St. Francisville as the capital and wrote a constitution for the State of Florida in October. Fulwar Skipwith was elected Governor on Nov. 7, 1810. Skipwith, a negotiator of the Louisiana Purchase, would later be elected to the Louisiana State Senate and, with Maglorie Guichard, sponsored a resolution of amnesty to Barataria privateers who joined the defense of New Orleans in the Battle of New Orleans. John Rhea, President of the Convention of Baton Rouge, petitioned President Madison to annex the Republic of West Florida. Lasting 74 days, The Republic was not rec- ognized by the U.S. government. John H. Johnson would become High Sheriff of Feliciana County, John Rhea would become Judge of Feliciana Parish, George Mather, Judge of East Baton Rouge Parish, and Thomas C. Warner would be a judge of the Territory bounded by the Pearl River. Madison thought that this area should already be considered part of the Louis- iana Purchase. He also adjudged that the U.S. had the right to protect Americans liv- ing outside the nation’s borders if they were threatened by the disorder of an uprising. By Executive Order, Madison directed Governor William C. C. Claiborne in New Orleans to send troops to Baton Rouge and maintain law and order there. Vicente Folch, Spanish Governor of West Florida in Pensacola, wrote the Spanish Regency to cede West Florida to the U.S. for a comparable amount of land in the U.S., possibly on the borders with Texas, and also sent the message to President Madison. Madison revealed the Baton Rouge District proclamation of indepen- dence to Congress in his annual message of December 5, 1810. On January 15, 1811, Madison asked Congress to allow the U.S. to take “temporary possession” of any ter- ritory adjacent to the U. S. east of the Perdido River. Congress voted funds to support Madison in a closed session on January 15, 1811, providing that it be kept secret until March 1812. The Baton Rouge District of West Florida became part of the Orleans Territory. Madison used this act in 1811 to acquire the Mobile District of West Florida by proclamation during the War of 1812. Gen. James Wilkinson was ordered to Mobile in April 15, 1813 to build a fort. Col. John Bowyer completed construction of Fort Bowyer. The Mobile District became part of the Mississippi Territory. The Annexation of West Florida served as a precedent in East Florida, Texas, and California. In an 1810 Census, Georgia had 250,000 people. By 1811 East Florida had a counted population of 3690 people and only two main towns, Fernandina and the capital St. Augustine, founded in 1565 by the Spanish and the oldest continuously occupied European settlement on the Atlantic seaboard. Special agents had been sent on June 10, 1810 by then Secretary of State Robert Smith to William H. Craw- ford, Senator of Georgia, to find those who desired U.S. annexation of East Florida. A recommendation was General George Matthews, who formed the Patriot Army. Matthews, 71, and his private secretary Ralph Isaacs, began discussing the venture “Folch would surrender the entire province of West Florida on condition that the U.S. cede back an equivalent amount of land to Spain in some other part of the North America, perhaps on the borders of Texas.” ABOVE: Luis de Onís y González-Vara, recognized as Ambassador of Spain on Dec. 20, 1815. BELOW: Fort Bowyer 1812 Historical Marker. Photo by Carmen K. Sisson, June 2, 2025. continued on next page
22 | AUGUST 2026 | U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter with Madison. Matthews and Col. John McKee were appointed U.S. Commis- sioners to settle Spanish debts, negotiate a possible transfer of East Florida, and to have military forces assist. Secretary of War William Eustis and Secretary of the Navy Paul Hamiliton began transferring men and equipment to the area. On Sept 5, 1811, Luis de Onís in Philadelphia, unrecognized minister plenipotentiary for the Spanish Regency, protested to Secretary of State James Monroe that General Matthews was in East Florida, under an appointment from the president, to foment an insurrection. On 30 Oct. 1811, James Monroe, a Louis- iana Purchase negotiator, informed Augustus John Foster, the British envoy, and Luis de Onís, “Situated as East Florida is, cut off from the other possessions of Spain, and surrounded in a great measure by the territory of the United States and having also an important bearing on our commerce, no other power could think of taking possession of it with other than hos- tile views.” This was a precursor to the 1823 Monroe Doctrine. On March 17, 1812, with support from the U.S. military with 50 soldiers under Lt. Col. Thomas Adams Smith (1812 Ances- tor) at Point Peter, a military post in Georgia on St. Mary’s River about five miles from Amelia Island, Florida, 70 Georgians, nine men from Florida and a few men from Tennessee, crossed the St. Mary’s River and attacked Fernandina on Amelia Island, and later Alachua. Five U.S. Naval gunboats anchored on St. Mary’s River with guns aimed at the settle- ments. John Houston McIntosh was one of the leaders of the Patriot Army. He felt that as “King Ferdinand of Spain was a prisoner of the Bonapartes, he owed no loyalty to a French dictator and a captive King”. Others involved were Lodovick Ashley, James Delany, Buckner Harris (1812 Ancestor), James Dell, and William Cone (1812 Ancestor). They later unsuccessfully attacked St. Augustine. During the Patriot War, they wrote a constitution and formed a government for the Republic of East Florida. On April 4, 1812, facing political tension and in consideration of the Neutrality Act of 1794, Monroe sent a let- ter to inform Matthews that his actions were "not authorized by the law of the United States”. The occupation lasted a year after U.S. military support withdrew by May 1813 and the Seminoles, under King Payne (d. 1812) and his brother Bowlek, entered the war. There were later actions to acquire East Florida. Andrew Jackson led the Battle of Pensacola during the War of 1812 on November 7-9, 1814. He would leave Florida to continue fighting the British at New Orleans. Andrew Jackson was a pro- tégé of William Blount and had offered hospitality at The Hermitage, his home in Nashville, TN, to Aaron Burr in 1805, but later disclosed Burr’s plan. In the First Seminole War 1817-1818 under President James Monroe, Jackson was sent by Secretary of War John C. Calhoun to com- mand a force against East Florida, but the lands were returned as the action was con- sidered an undeclared war against Spain. The First Seminole War was a factor in the later Adams-Onís Treaty of 1819. The 1812-1813 Gutiérrez-Magee Expe- dition of Texas began with the charismatic Bernardo Gutiérrez de Lara of Revilla (now Guerrero), Nuevo Santander (Rio Grande Valley) (20 Aug 1774-13 May1841 Santiago, Nuevo Léon). On Sept. 10, 1810, Father Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla began a rebellion in Dolores against bad Spanish government in the Mexican War of Independence. In January 1811, his group was defeated and the survivors fled toward the U.S. to Nuevo Santander and Nuevo Leon where the Royalist forces had mutinied. In San Antonio de Béxar the rebel Juan Bautista de las Casas replaced Gov. Manuel Salcedo and sent him and Lt. Col. Simón de Herrera, Governor of Nuevo Leon, in chains to Coahuila on Jan. 22, 1811. By March 1811 Gen. Joaquín de Arredondo ABOVE: Reproduction of a formal portrait of William C. C. Claiborne by E.B. Savary, 1840. Louisiana State Museum. BELOW: Roque House, restored and relocated to Cane River, Natchitoches, LA, from Isle Brevelle. Home of Yves Pacale, freeman of color, was com- pleted 1803 and later acquired by the Roque family. Photo by Rosemarie Mosteller, May 25, 2022.
U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter | AUGUST 2026 | 23 had captured Father Hidalgo and Juan Bautista de las Casas and executed them. Bernardo Gutiérrez was commissioned by the rebel group as an envoy to the United States to petition for aid. In Natchitoches, LA, John Sibley, former surgeon to the U.S. Army there and from 1805-1814 appointed Indian Agent for the Orleans Territory, gave him let- ters of introduction for his trip to Washington, D.C., which he reached on December 11th, four months after starting his journey. He was received by James Monroe, Secretary of State, Secretary of War William Eustis, and by John Graham, Chief Clerk of the State Department. Monroe and Eustis informed Gutiérrez that before his coming, “they had thought about taking possession of the limits of Louisiana. They said that these limits should extend to the Rio Grande, because they had bought all the lands which belonged to this ABOVE: St. George Street, St. Augustine, FL. Photo by bluebird, May 21, 2025. RIGHT: Spanish soldiers reenactment at Castillo de San Marcos, St. Augustine, FL. Photo by Natalya Chernyavskaya, Dec. 11, 2017.
24 | AUGUST 2026 | U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter province from France.” In that context Eustis declared that “it would be easy to send an army to the banks of the Rio Grande.” They offered U.S. troops to Gutiérrez, who responded that he did not have the authority to discuss terri- torial changes. He would later be offered U.S. troops by Gen. John Adair of KY. He was invited by Madison to the White House. He also met with the Ministers of Britain, Denmark, Russia, and the representative of Venezuela, which had declared its independence from Spain in 1810. He later went to Philadelphia to make plans with José Álvarez de Toledo y Dubois (14 May 1779 in Havana-16 April 1858 in Paris), a Cuban who was involved in revolutionary activities in Cuba. Gutiérrez went to New Orleans in March 1812 with a letter of introduction from Graham to Governor Claiborne. Claiborne recommended him to William Shaler, the U.S. agent who Robert Smith and then James Monroe had attempted to send to Mexico via Cuba in 1810. Shaler escorted Gutiérrez to Natchitoches and Fort Claiborne in April, paying his expenses. Gutiérrez began receiving offers of men and support from various sources. He began recruiting and added men from diverse groups with a variety of reasons: Burrites, anti- “They had thought about taking possession of the limits of Louisiana. They said that these limits should extend to the Rio Grande, because they had bought all the lands which belonged to this province from France” ABOVE: Nacogdoches. Reconstructed Old Stone Fort at Stephen F. Austin State University. BELOW: State of Texas Historical Commission Battle of Medina Historical Marker. Photo by John A. Hensarling, June 21, 2012. Historical Marker database.org. RIGHT: Battle of Medina ceremony, August 2014. Atascosa County Historical Commission holds a yearly event in August.
U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter | AUGUST 2026 | 25 continued on next page Burrites, merchants, smugglers and ban- dits, idealists, those who believed in sup- porting democracy, those who wanted land, those with grievances against the Spanish, those who wanted adventure. He distrib- uted Toledo’s pamphlet The Friend of Man. There were Anglo-Americans, French, Native Americans, Creoles, Tejanos of Hispanic origin born in Texas, including those from families of Canary Islanders. At the fort, Gutiérrez met Lt. Augustus Magee from a wealthy family of Boston, a graduate of Philips Exeter Academy and of West Point. Magee was expecting a promotion sent to Washington D.C. on the recommendation of Gen. Wilkinson based on Zebulon Pike’s dispatches, which he did not receive. He joined forces with Gutiérrez for a joint expedition. The War of 1812 began on June 18, 1812 when the U.S. declared war against the British. On June 22, 1812, at 24, Magee resigned from the U.S. Army. He became a Colonel in the Republican Army of the North and the military leader. They had an emerald green flag, possibly in honor of his father James Magee, an Irish immigrant before the American Revolution. Some of the volunteers were Samuel and Reuben Kemper, Henry Perry, Reuben Ross, Benjamin Allen, Jesse Eades (1812 Ancestor), James Gaines, Antonio Delgado, Bernardo Despallier, Pierre Dolet, Miguel Menchaca, Rezin Bowie, Peter Boone, Elisha Roberts (1812 Ancestor), Warren D.C. Hall, Dr. Samuel D. Forsyth, Samuel B. Barber (1812 Ancestor), Peter Sides, a Mayflower descendent (1812 Ancestor), Orramel Johnston, James Brown (1812 Ancestor), George Orr, Henry Adams Bullard, a graduate of Harvard, and Samuel Noah, the 2nd Jewish cadet from West Point. Samuel Noah, (July 19, 1779 in London-10 March 1871 at 91 in Mount Pulaski, IL) and Magee had served together at Fort Adams. Joseph Biddle Wilkinson (1812 ancestor) and James Biddle Wilkinson, sons of Gen. Wilkinson, would follow. There were initially 150 men. This force became known as the Gutiérrez- Magee Expedition. They left the Neutral Ground on August 7, 1812. On August 8, 1812, the Republican Army was in Nacogdoches with headquar- ters at the Old Stone Fort. They prepared the first newspaper written in Texas, La Gaceta de Tejas, and sent it to TN, MS and KY to recruit more men. Their numbers grew to about 600 and kept increasing. In November 1812, they took La Bahia (Goliad). Magee died of a fever February 6, 1813 and Samuel Kemper took com- mand. The Green Flag Army succeeded at Rosillo and took San Antonio on April 1, 1813. On April 6, 1813, a Declaration of Independence and by April 17, 1813, a Constitution for the State of Texas, Republic of Mexico, the first republic in ABOVE: Presidio de La Bahia (Goliad, TX). Photo by danf0505, March 25, 2025.
26 | AUGUST 2026 | U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter Texas, had been written and proclaimed. Gutiérrez was named Governor. It was not recognized by the United States. Disa- greements followed. After the captured Gov. Manuel Salcedo and Simón de Herrerra, the same man who established the Neutral Ground with Wilkinson and greeted Zebulon Pike in San Antonio, were executed, some volunteers returned to Louisiana. There was disagreement on the constitution and others returned with Kemper, arriving May 7th. Samuel Kemper was replaced by Reuben Ross. Shaler replaced Gutiérrez with José Álvarez de Toledo in August and Gutiérrez took his family to Louisiana. The Green Flag Army under Toledo left San Antonio with from 1000 to 1400 men to meet the Spanish Army led by Gen. Arredondo with the young Lt. Antonio López de Santa Anna, just a year after beginning the Expedition. The Battle of Medina on August 18, 1813 was a resounding defeat for the Republican Army of the North, with losses of over 900 men, whose bodies were left on the field for years. Arredondo obliterated them in a running battle, then killed the survivors. A very few were taken to Mexican prisons. He later arrested 327 supporters and executed them. All proper- ties were confiscated. The women and children of those suspected were treated brutally. The hundreds of refugees head- ing to Louisiana were hunted down. Some who made it were José Antonio Navarro with his uncle José Francisco Ruiz, Toledo, Joseph Biddle Wilkinson and James Biddle Wilkinson, who died of his wounds in New Orleans. Samuel Kemper joined Jackson’s army, but died of measles in Nov. 1814 in New Orleans. Many of those who survived the Gutiérrez-Magee Expedition, such as Henry Perry, William Murray, Josiah Taylor, Warren D.C. Hall, Toledo, Gutiérrez, and Domingo Losoya fought at the Battle of New Orleans in January 1815. Dr. Samuel D. Forsyth became Simón Bolívar’s physician general in Venezuela. In 1819 he treated Commo- dore Oliver Hazard Perry when he fell ill during a diplomatic mission. Madison appointed William Shaler as a delegate to negotiate the Treaty of Ghent. He was later U.S. Consul in Algiers. Shaler died in 1833 of cholera as U.S. Consul in Havana, Cuba. In 1824 Gutiérrez returned to Revilla, becoming Governor of Tamaulipas after Mexican Independence from Spain was gained in 1821. In 1819 James Monroe was President and John Quincy Adams was his Secretary of State. The Adams-Onís Treaty of Feb. 22, 1819, ratified in 1821, resolved the sovereignty of the Floridas and Texas. The U.S. took over the Spanish debt of $5 mil- lion in claims by American citizens against the Spanish for damages and shipping losses. The U.S. renounced the claim to Texas from the Rio Grande River and set the Western boundary along the Sabine, Red and Arkansas Rivers and the 42nd parallel extending to the Pacific Ocean. In exchange Spain relinquished its claim to the Floridas. Spain also gave up its claims to territories north of the 42nd parallel in the Oregon Country to the U.S. This established the first transcontinental boundary of the United States, from sea to shining sea. It was a recognition not only of our sovereignty but of our growing influence on international affairs.N ABOVE: Col. Miguel Menchaca leads Mexican and American soldiers in Battle of Medina, 1813. Artist Bruce Marshall. Courtesy of UTSA Institute of Texan Cultures. https://sanantonioreport.org/finding-medina- the-battle-of-medina-revisited/
U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter | AUGUST 2026 | 27 Recommended Resources Arthur, Stanley Clisby. Story of West Florida Rebellion. https://louisiana- anthology.org/texts/arthur/arthur-- west_florida.html Bernsen, James Aalan. The Lost War for Texas: Mexican Rebels, American Burrites, and the Texas Revolution of 1811. Texas A & M Press. College State, TX, 2024. Cusick, James G. The other War of 1812: The Patriot War and the American Invasion of Spanish East Florida. Internet Archive: https://archive.org/details/otherwarof1812pa0 000cusi Ebel, Carol. "George Mathews." New Georgia Encyclopedia, last modified Feb 20, 2026. https://www.georgiaencyclopedia.org/arti- cles/government-politics/george-mathews- 1739-1812/ Fay, Mary Smith. War of 1812 Veterans in Texas. Southern Historical Press, Inc., Greenville, SC, 2nd ed., 1994. Grymes, Charles. “Spanish Exploration and Settlement in the Southeast”. virginiaplaces.org. https://www.virginiaplaces.org/settleland/span ish.html Hiatt, Grant D. “ Edmund Pendleton Gaines.” Encyclopedia of Alabama. last modified Sept. 9, 2024. https://encyclopediaofalabama.org/arti- cle/edmund-pendleton-gaines/ History, Art & Archives. U.S. House of Representatives. Era of U.S. Continental Expansion: https://history.house.gov/Exhibitions-and- Publications/HAIC/Historical- Essays/Continental-Expansion/Era-of-U-S--Con tinental-Expansion/ Jarratt, Rie. Gutierrez de Lara: Mexican-Texan, The Story of a Creole Hero. https://web.archive.org/web/20120614025916 /http://www.tamu.edu/faculty/ccbn/dewitt/del ara.htm Madison Papers. National Archives. Founders Online: Madison and the Collapse of the Spanish-American Empire: The West Florida Crisis of 1810, 20 April 1810. https://founders.archives.gov/documents/Madi son/03-02-02-0388 Madison and the Problem of Mexican Independence: The Gutiérrez-Magee Raid of August 1812, 1 September 1812. https://founders.archives.gov/documents/Madi son/03-05-02-0179 William Cocke to James Madison, 28 November 1811. https://founders.archives.gov/?q=Secretary%2 0of%20State%20James%20Monroe%20and%2 0Bernardo%20Gutierrez&s=1111311111&r=2 Schwarz, Ted and Robert H. Thonoff. Forgotten Battlefield of the First Texas Revolution: The Battle of Medina August 18, 1813. Fort Worth, TX: Eakin Press, 1985 Seale, Brandon. A new history of old Texas: Battle of Medina. https://www.pbs.org/video/a-new-history-of- old-texas-battle-of-medina-r9d0nh/ Texas State Historical Association at https://www.tshaonline.org/home ABOVE: Map of the Adams-Onís Treaty of 1819. Courtesy of the Texas General Land Office.
28 | AUGUST 2026 | U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter NEW MEMBERS Verified and approved 12/1/2025 - 5/31/2026. Last national number issued was 37999. ADULTS ALLEN, Edith Nat’l #: 37889 Mbr ST: NJ Chap. ID: 148 App. Approved Date: 2/25/2026 Anc: CIST, Charles ID: 32459 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; PA ARGEROS, Virginia Nat’l #: 37876 Mbr ST: MA Chap. ID: 395 App. Approved Date: 1/30/2026 Anc: MERRITT, Francis ID: 32446 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: ARTY; Pvt; MA BAILES, Patricia Nat’l #: 37895 Mbr ST: CA Chap. ID: 485 App. Approved Date: 2/26/2026 Anc: WALKER, Jonathan ID: 29738 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; IN BARTON, Carole Nat’l #: 37906 Mbr ST: GA Chap. ID: 426 App. Approved Date: 3/27/2026 Anc: MATHEWS, Lemuel ID: 32474 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; TN BEBBER, Anne Nat’l #: 37997 Mbr ST: TN Chap. ID: 392 App. Approved Date: 5/31/2026 Anc: ROGERS, Joseph ID: 32538 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CAV; ; TN BERGVALL, Nancy Nat’l #: 37854 Mbr ST: TX Chap. ID: 487 App. Approved Date: 1/27/2026 Anc: TRIMBLE, Moses ID: 32436 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; Juror; GA BEVERLEY, Kelley Nat’l #: 37829 Mbr ST: KY Chap. ID: 59 App. Approved Date: 12/28/2025 Anc: RICKETTS, Thomas ID: 32414 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Cpl; KY BIBLE, Cheryl Nat’l #: 37991 Mbr ST: FL Chap. ID: 343 App. Approved Date: 5/31/2026 Anc: HAMLER, Alexander ID: 11342 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; PA BLACKMORE, Teresa Nat’l #: 37998 Mbr ST: TN Chap. ID: 304 App. Approved Date: 5/31/2026 Anc: PHILLIPS, Jacob ID: 32539 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; NC BOWLICK, Donna Nat’l #: 37925 Mbr ST: GA Chap. ID: 393 App. Approved Date: 3/29/2026 Anc: DOGGETT, Thomas ID: 32484 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; GA BRADY, Sherry Nat’l #: 37947 Mbr ST: FL Chap. ID: 510 App. Approved Date: 5/24/2026 Anc: SAYRE, Joseph ID: 32512 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; ; NJ BRANNON, Andrea Nat’l #: 37888 Mbr ST: FL Chap. ID: 510 App. Approved Date: 2/28/2026 Anc: KESTER, Paul ID: 30557 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; OH BRITTON, Kay Nat’l #: 37914 Mbr ST: MI Chap. ID: 182 App. Approved Date: 3/28/2026 Anc: BRITTON, Otis ID: 32479 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Drum Maj; NY BROACH, Mary Nat’l #: 37836 Mbr ST: KY Chap. ID: 59 App. Approved Date: 1/25/2026 Anc: MARTIN, Hutson ID: 32425 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; Sheriff; KY BROOKS, Carol Nat’l #: 37911 Mbr ST: TX Chap. ID: 416 App. Approved Date: 3/28/2026 Anc: MATLOCK, Thomas ID: 32476 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Sgt; AL BROWN, Theresa Nat’l #: 37841 Mbr ST: OH Chap. ID: 110 App. Approved Date: 1/25/2026 Anc: REDDING, Moses ID: 32428 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; Surveyor; VT BUFFIN, Susan Nat’l #: 37837 Mbr ST: KY Chap. ID: 59 App. Approved Date: 1/25/2026 Anc: WASHBURN, Cornelius ID: 29805 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Capt; KY BURGESS, Carole Nat’l #: 37872 Mbr ST: FL Chap. ID: 278 App. Approved Date: 1/29/2026 Anc: FUQUAY, Aaron ID: 32444 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; VA BUTLER, Corinne Nat’l #: 37920 Mbr ST: MS Chap. ID: 328 App. Approved Date: 3/29/2026 Anc: THERIOT, Pierre ID: 32481 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; 1st Lt; LA CAISON, Judith Nat’l #: 37961 Mbr ST: NC Chap. ID: 433 App. Approved Date: 5/28/2026 Anc: GILBERT, Robert ID: 32522 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; Juror; NC CANELL, Tamalyn Nat’l #: 37948 Mbr ST: FL Chap. ID: 510 App. Approved Date: 5/25/2026 Anc: BARNES, Churchill ID: 32513 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; QtrMst Sgt; NY CARLETON, Bobbi Nat’l #: 37967 Mbr ST: MD Chap. ID: 455 App. Approved Date: 5/30/2026 Anc: LLOYD, Robert ID: 32526 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; MD CARLETON, Makenna Nat’l #: 37968 Mbr ST: MD Chap. ID: 455 App. Approved Date: 5/30/2026 Anc: LLOYD, Robert ID: 32526 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; MD CLARK, Jana Nat’l #: 37877 Mbr ST: AL Chap. ID: 436 App. Approved Date: 1/30/2026 Anc: OLDHAM, Samuel ID: 30951 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; Justice; KY
U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter | AUGUST 2026 | 29 NEW MEMBERS Verified and approved 12/1/2025 - 5/31/2026. Last national number issued was 37999. CLARK, Celia "Diane" Nat’l #: 37982 Mbr ST: GA Chap. ID: 176 App. Approved Date: 5/30/2026 Anc: STANFORD, Richard ID: 17842 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; US Rep; NC CLARKE, Terri Nat’l #: 37892 Mbr ST: AZ Chap. ID: 129 App. Approved Date: 2/25/2026 Anc: LAWRENCE, Benjamin ID: 14142 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: INF; Scout; SC COLLINS, Katherine Nat’l #: 37956 Mbr ST: CA Chap. ID: 450 App. Approved Date: 5/27/2026 Anc: ROWELL, Charles ID: 32518 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; NH COMBS, Lauren Nat’l #: 37901 Mbr ST: MI Chap. ID: 182 App. Approved Date: 2/27/2026 Anc: SPENCER, Ira ID: 32465 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; NY CONRAD, Linda Nat’l #: 37950 Mbr ST: KY Chap. ID: 508 App. Approved Date: 5/5/2026 Anc: REAL, George ID: 25657 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; KY COOK-STOKES, Laura Nat’l #: 37886 Mbr ST: FL Chap. ID: 510 App. Approved Date: 2/27/2026 Anc: PRATT (PRATTE), William ID: 23828 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: INF; Sol; KY CORCORAN, Nell Nat’l #: 37860 Mbr ST: TN Chap. ID: 304 App. Approved Date: 1/28/2026 Anc: YERBY, William ID: 32438 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Capt; Va CORNELL, Sara Nat’l #: 37838 Mbr ST: PA Chap. ID: 93 App. Approved Date: 1/25/2026 Anc: SERFASS, John ID: 2939 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Sol; PA CORSIGLIA, Sharon Nat’l #: 37910 Mbr ST: GA Chap. ID: 212 App. Approved Date: 3/28/2026 Anc: MILLER, Robert ID: 32475 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; KY DASOVICH, Eva Nat’l #: 37937 Mbr ST: VA Chap. ID: 353 App. Approved Date: 3/31/2026 Anc: BURRILL, Josiah ID: 32311 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; MA/ME DITTRICH, Mary Nat’l #: 37905 Mbr ST: FL Chap. ID: 510 App. Approved Date: 3/11/2026 Anc: BARBER, Alexander ID: 32470 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; IL DOLAN, Aylin Nat’l #: 37941 Mbr ST: NE Chap. ID: 401 App. Approved Date: 5/9/2026 Anc: UPSON, Arad ID: 11729 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; OH DOLAN, Nella Nat’l #: 37940 Mbr ST: NE Chap. ID: 401 App. Approved Date: 5/9/2026 Anc: UPSON, Arad ID: 11729 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; OH DULZO, Catherine Nat’l #: 37980 Mbr ST: OR Chap. ID: 890 App. Approved Date: 5/30/2026 Anc: KING, William ID: 17387 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: ARTY; Lt; MA DUNN, Andrea Nat’l #: 37903 Mbr ST: NC Chap. ID: 433 App. Approved Date: 3/2/2026 Anc: SMITH, Wright ID: 32467 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; NC ELLIOTT, Christyn Nat’l #: 37907 Mbr ST: LA Chap. ID: 160 App. Approved Date: 3/27/2026 Anc: BANKSTON, John ID: 148 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; LA ELLIOTT, Lynn Nat’l #: 37932 Mbr ST: TN Chap. ID: 392 App. Approved Date: 3/29/2026 Anc: MILLER, Jacob ID: 32488 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Lt; PA ELLIOTT, Susan Nat’l #: 37848 Mbr ST: TN Chap. ID: 392 App. Approved Date: 1/26/2026 Anc: VANCE, James ID: 32433 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Capt; VA EMDUR, Zoe Nat’l #: 37944 Mbr ST: DC Chap. ID: 394 App. Approved Date: 5/12/2026 Anc: CABELL, William ID: 8144 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; Surveyor, Justice; VA FALIN, Carolyn Nat’l #: 37835 Mbr ST: KY Chap. ID: 59 App. Approved Date: 1/25/2026 Anc: MURRY, Samuel ID: 32424 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; KY FARMER, Janet Nat’l #: 37890 Mbr ST: WV Chap. ID: 185 App. Approved Date: 2/25/2026 Anc: PITZER, Jacob ID: 32460 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; VA FISHER, Mary Nat’l #: 37868 Mbr ST: MO Chap. ID: 480 App. Approved Date: 1/29/2026 Anc: MILLER, Jesse ID: 2310 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; PA FLYNN, Alice Nat’l #: 37891 Mbr ST: GA Chap. ID: 506 App. Approved Date: 2/25/2026 Anc: SCOTT, Archibald ID: 32074 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; GA FOOTE, Brenda Nat’l #: 37954 Mbr ST: TX Chap. ID: 291 App. Approved Date: 5/6/2026 Anc: BLAND, Peyton ID: 6340 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Sgt; LA
30 | AUGUST 2026 | U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter NEW MEMBERS Verified and approved 12/1/2025 - 5/31/2026. Last national number issued was 37999. FOREMAN, Laurie Nat’l #: 37842 Mbr ST: TX Chap. ID: 234 App. Approved Date: 1/25/2026 Anc: CROCKETT, David (Davy) ID: 15411 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST:Mnted Gunmen; Pvt & Lt; TN FORESTER, Eleanor Nat’l #: 37969 Mbr ST: TN Chap. ID: 304 App. Approved Date: 5/30/2026 Anc: BLACKMAN, Elisha ID: 32381 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: INF; Capt; PA FRADY, Holly Nat’l #: 37958 Mbr ST: SC Chap. ID: 502 App. Approved Date: 5/27/2026 Anc: FORTSON, Benjamin ID: 32520 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; Justice; GA FRANKEN, Sara Nat’l #: 37929 Mbr ST: NC Chap. ID: 312 App. Approved Date: 3/29/2026 Anc: GOODLETT, Richard ID: 32486 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; Judge; SC FREEMAN, Cynthia Nat’l #: 37957 Mbr ST: MO Chap. ID: 480 App. Approved Date: 5/27/2026 Anc: WEEK(E)S, Jonathan ID: 32519 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; NH GABLE, Heather Nat’l #: 37852 Mbr ST: GA Chap. ID: 503 App. Approved Date: 1/26/2026 Anc: MCINTIRE, Thomas ID: 32316 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; OH GALIGA, Marcia Nat’l #: 37894 Mbr ST: TX Chap. ID: 234 App. Approved Date: 2/26/2026 Anc: BREWER, Samuel ID: 23758 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; NY GLAENZER, Traci Nat’l #: 37844 Mbr ST: IL Chap. ID: 50 App. Approved Date: 1/25/2026 Anc: HULL, Richard ID: 32430 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; TN GLASS, Suzanne Nat’l #: 37960 Mbr ST: AZ Chap. ID: 129 App. Approved Date: 5/27/2026 Anc: CATT, George ID: 10001 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; IN GOMEZ, Frances Nat’l #: 37992 Mbr ST: CA Chap. ID: 346 App. Approved Date: 5/31/2026 Anc: HATCHETT, Edward ID: 11661 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Cpl; VA GRAHAM, Melisa Nat’l #: 37879 Mbr ST: AL Chap. ID: 436 App. Approved Date: 1/30/2026 Anc: CAMP, Burwell ID: 32449 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; GA GRAHAM, Brenda Nat’l #: 37834 Mbr ST: TN Chap. ID: 255 App. Approved Date: 1/1/2026 Anc: GATTIS, Isaac ID: 32418 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; TN GREENLEE, Loto Nat’l #: 37970 Mbr ST: TN Chap. ID: 392 App. Approved Date: 5/30/2026 Anc: FINLEY, John ID: 11950 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Sol; NC GREER, Karen Nat’l #: 37840 Mbr ST: WI Chap. ID: 398 App. Approved Date: 1/25/2026 Anc: RANNEY, Lyman ID: 32427 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; NY HAMBY-SOWDER, Marcy Nat’l #: 37928 Mbr ST: WV Chap. ID: 185 App. Approved Date: 3/29/2026 Anc: MELTON, Cooper ID: 28336 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; TN HARMAN, Charlotte Nat’l #: 37966 Mbr ST: NC Chap. ID: 404 App. Approved Date: 5/29/2026 Anc: JENKINS, Irvin ID: 32525 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: INF; Capt; NC HARMS, Tisha Nat’l #: 37994 Mbr ST: TX Chap. ID: 39 App. Approved Date: 5/31/2026 Anc: BEDFORD, Jonas ID: 5523 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; House of Commons; NC HAUGHAWOUT, Natalie Nat’l #: 37869 Mbr ST: NE Chap. ID: 401 App. Approved Date: 1/29/2026 Anc: PARRAMORE, Redding ID: 13985 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; Juror; GA HAUGHT, Patricia Nat’l #: 37850 Mbr ST: WV Chap. ID: 458 App. Approved Date: 1/26/2026 Anc: PARSONS, Job ID: 32434 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; VA HAUPRICH, Donna Nat’l #: 37996 Mbr ST: VA Chap. ID: 355 App. Approved Date: 5/31/2026 Anc: BARBER, Milo ID: 32537 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; NY HILL, Lee Nat’l #: 37926 Mbr ST: GA Chap. ID: 366 App. Approved Date: 3/29/2026 Anc: GOVE, Jeremiah ID: 32485 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; INF; Pvt; NH HOOD, Martha Nat’l #: 37853 Mbr ST: TX Chap. ID: 89 App. Approved Date: 1/27/2026 Anc: DUCK, David ID: 18765 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; GA HUGHART, Gertrude Nat’l #: 37993 Mbr ST: OR Chap. ID: 890 App. Approved Date: 5/31/2026 Anc: HUBBARD, Daniel ID: 32535 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; NY HUTSELL, Mary Nat’l #: 37990 Mbr ST: MO Chap. ID: 480 App. Approved Date: 5/30/2026 Anc: TOBEY, Elisha ID: 32534 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; Sheriff; MA
U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter | AUGUST 2026 | 31 NEW MEMBERS Verified and approved 12/1/2025 - 5/31/2026. Last national number issued was 37999. HYATT, Mona Nat’l #: 37985 Mbr ST: TX Chap. ID: 81 App. Approved Date: 5/30/2026 Anc: PARKS, Zephaniah ID: 32529 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; NY JACOBS, Mindi Nat’l #: 37874 Mbr ST: Chap. ID: 458 App. Approved Date: 1/29/2026 Anc: DAUGHERTY, John ID: 10489 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; VA JACOBSON, Patricia Nat’l #: 37986 Mbr ST: WI Chap. ID: 398 App. Approved Date: 5/30/2026 Anc: BURGESS, Timothy ID: 32530 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Drummer; NY JOHNSON, Staci Nat’l #: 37924 Mbr ST: TX Chap. ID: 39 App. Approved Date: 3/29/2026 Anc: STROTHER, Robert ID: 32483 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Cpl; TN JOHNSON, Patti Nat’l #: 37862 Mbr ST: TX Chap. ID: 89 App. Approved Date: 1/29/2026 Anc: WINGFIELD, William ID: 3668 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; IL KELLER, Rheva Nat’l #: 37871 Mbr ST: MO Chap. ID: 480 App. Approved Date: 1/29/2026 Anc: BOLINGER, Frederick ID: 32443 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Artificer; TN KELLER, Angel Nat’l #: 37878 Mbr ST: FL Chap. ID: 278 App. Approved Date: 1/30/2026 Anc: BOST, Elias ID: 32447 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; Juror; PA KELLER, Kimberly Nat’l #: 37881 Mbr ST: AL Chap. ID: 436 App. Approved Date: 1/30/2026 Anc: WILSON, James ID: 31541 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; PA KESTER, Barbara Nat’l #: 37843 Mbr ST: GA Chap. ID: 424 App. Approved Date: 1/25/2026 Anc: EASTMAN, Asa ID: 32429 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; Justice; NH KINNEY, Janet Nat’l #: 37828 Mbr ST: KY Chap. ID: 508 App. Approved Date: 12/28/2025 Anc: MAGRUDER, Ezekiel ID: 32413 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; KY KIRKPATRICK, Stephanie Nat’l #: 37945 Mbr ST: FL Chap. ID: 510 App. Approved Date: 5/24/2026 Anc: WYSOR, Henry ID: 32511 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Lt; VA KISH, Rosella Nat’l #: 37915 Mbr ST: FL Chap. ID: 343 App. Approved Date: 3/28/2026 Anc: HEADY, Thomas ID: 32480 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; Surveyor; KY KULBA, Marjorie Nat’l #: 37989 Mbr ST: IN Chap. ID: 483 App. Approved Date: 5/30/2026 Anc: PULLEN, Nicholas ID: 32533 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CAV; Pvt; NY LAGACCIA, Mary Nat’l #: 37896 Mbr ST: MS Chap. ID: 328 App. Approved Date: 2/26/2026 Anc:DASPIT(DESTAMAND),Marcellus(Marcel)ID:807 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: VOL; 1st Lt; LA LAMKEY, Ellen Nat’l #: 37832 Mbr ST: TN Chap. ID: 388 App. Approved Date: 1/1/2026 Anc: OWNBY, John ID: 32416 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; NC LANCE, Tonhja Nat’l #: 37858 Mbr ST: TN Chap. ID: 304 App. Approved Date: 1/28/2026 Anc: LONAS (LONES, LOHNAS), JacobID: 2065 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Lt; TN LAWSON, Lisa Nat’l #: 37943 Mbr ST: DC Chap. ID: 394 App. Approved Date: 5/12/2026 Anc: LAWSON, Thomas ID: 32502 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: INF; Sgt; KY LESON, Jeannie Nat’l #: 37936 Mbr ST: VA Chap. ID: 355 App. Approved Date: 3/31/2026 Anc: LOFTON, John ID: 32490 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Sgt; SC LINDSEY, Patricia Nat’l #: 37963 Mbr ST: AL Chap. ID: 298 App. Approved Date: 5/28/2026 Anc: HOVEN, John ID: 19271 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; MS Terr LORANGER, Erin Nat’l #: 37923 Mbr ST: CT Chap. ID: 396 App. Approved Date: 3/29/2026 Anc: NEWHOUSE, Anthony ID: 29049 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; OH LOVETT, Dianne Nat’l #: 37873 Mbr ST: GA Chap. ID: 176 App. Approved Date: 1/29/2026 Anc: FORDHAM, Benjamin ID: 32445 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; Gen Assembly; NC LYONS, Trisha Nat’l #: 37833 Mbr ST: TN Chap. ID: 304 App. Approved Date: 1/1/2026 Anc: WRINKLE, David ID: 32417 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; LA MACKAY, Christine Nat’l #: 37981 Mbr ST: GA Chap. ID: 393 App. Approved Date: 5/30/2026 Anc: SPATZ, Jacob ID: 32527 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; PA MAGNUSSON, Arielle Nat’l #: 37855 Mbr ST: TN Chap. ID: 392 App. Approved Date: 1/27/2026 Anc: TAYLOR, Reuben ID: 32437 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; ; MA
32 | AUGUST 2026 | U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter NEW MEMBERS Verified and approved 12/1/2025 - 5/31/2026. Last national number issued was 37999. MAXWELL, Marcia Nat’l #: 37831 Mbr ST: CO Chap. ID: 223 App. Approved Date: 12/31/2025 Anc: BUSBY, Abraham ID: 32415 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Ens; MD MCCAIGE, Candance Nat’l #: 37898 Mbr ST: MS Chap. ID: 328 App. Approved Date: 2/26/2026 Anc: NICHOLS, Henry ID: 32462 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; MS MCLAIN, Peggy Nat’l #: 37856 Mbr ST: TN Chap. ID: 392 App. Approved Date: 1/27/2026 Anc: JESSEE, John ID: 31721 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; Juror; VA MEAD, Katherine Nat’l #: 37839 Mbr ST: TX Chap. ID: 416 App. Approved Date: 1/25/2026 Anc: BURROW, Ishmael ID: 32426 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; Juror; NC MILLS, Cynthia Nat’l #: 37955 Mbr ST: PA Chap. ID: 93 App. Approved Date: 5/6/2026 Anc: MARTZ, George ID: 32517 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Capt; MD MULLINS, Kathryn Nat’l #: 37965 Mbr ST: AL Chap. ID: 436 App. Approved Date: 5/28/2026 Anc: STILWELL, Jacob ID: 32524 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Cpl; NY MUNROE, Linda Nat’l #: 37946 Mbr ST: FL Chap. ID: 510 App. Approved Date: 5/24/2026 Anc: HICKMAN, Lamuel (Lemuel)ID: 11818 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; TN MYERS, Vivian Nat’l #: 37900 Mbr ST: TN Chap. ID: 4 App. Approved Date: 2/26/2026 Anc: MYERS, John ID: 32464 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; TN PANNELL, Karen Nat’l #: 37953 Mbr ST: KY Chap. ID: 508 App. Approved Date: 5/5/2026 Anc: HUNTER, Edward ID: 9436 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Sgt to Lt; IN PARKS, Lisa Nat’l #: 37866 Mbr ST: MO Chap. ID: 480 App. Approved Date: 1/29/2026 Anc: MCWILLIAMS, Peachy ID: 32441 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; VA PATTERSON, Karen Nat’l #: 37826 Mbr ST: FL Chap. ID: 343 App. Approved Date: 12/15/2025 Anc: SPILLER, William ID: 32411 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; Juror; TN PEAVLER, Sheri Nat’l #: 37984 Mbr ST: GA Chap. ID: 393 App. Approved Date: 5/30/2026 Anc: LONGLEY, Joel ID: 32528 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: INF; Pvt; TN PENICK, Melony Nat’l #: 37846 Mbr ST: TN Chap. ID: 255 App. Approved Date: 1/26/2026 Anc: SMITH, Simeon ID: 32432 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; Juror; TN PETERS, Catherine Nat’l #: 37857 Mbr ST: VA Chap. ID: 428 App. Approved Date: 1/27/2026 Anc: CRAWFORD, Samuel ID: 5562 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: VOL; Pvt; KY PHARISS, Lu Anne Nat’l #: 37921 Mbr ST: FL Chap. ID: 343 App. Approved Date: 3/29/2026 Anc: HOLCOMBE, William ID: 32482 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; Juror; TN PIRKLE, Mary Nat’l #: 37897 Mbr ST: GA Chap. ID: 205 App. Approved Date: 2/26/2026 Anc: PUMPHREY, Ebenezer ID: 27374 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Sgt; MD POLLEY, Maddie Nat’l #: 37939 Mbr ST: GA Chap. ID: 506 App. Approved Date: 3/31/2026 Anc: WARE, Henry ID: 26917 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; Justice; Delegate; GA RAYNOR, Sandra Nat’l #: 37884 Mbr ST: AZ Chap. ID: 129 App. Approved Date: 1/30/2026 Anc: LANTER, Larkin ID: 32450 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; KY REEVES, Rebecca Nat’l #: 37887 Mbr ST: FL Chap. ID: 510 App. Approved Date: 2/28/2026 Anc: PRILLAMAN, Jacob ID: 27217 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Lt; VA RIISE, Carolyn Nat’l #: 37863 Mbr ST: CA Chap. ID: 336 App. Approved Date: 1/29/2026 Anc: OLCOTT, Timothy ID: 30949 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; Justice; VT RINKEL, Lani Nat’l #: 37859 Mbr ST: TN Chap. ID: 304 App. Approved Date: 1/28/2026 Anc: LANGFORD, Henry ID: 27400 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: VOL INF; Pvt; TN ROBBINS, Valerie Nat’l #: 37867 Mbr ST: MO Chap. ID: 480 App. Approved Date: 1/29/2026 Anc: BUTTON, Elias ID: 32442 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Ens to Lt; KY ROBERTS, Amanda Nat’l #: 37861 Mbr ST: TN Chap. ID: 370 App. Approved Date: 1/28/2026 Anc: TERRY, Stephen ID: 32439 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; Juror; SC ROSE, Karen Nat’l #: 37964 Mbr ST: AL Chap. ID: 436 App. Approved Date: 5/28/2026 Anc: FERGUSON, Samuel ID: 30124 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; Juror; VA
U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter | AUGUST 2026 | 33 NEW MEMBERS Verified and approved 12/1/2025 - 5/31/2026. Last national number issued was 37999. ROTOLANTE, Ann Nat’l #: 37959 Mbr ST: OH Chap. ID: 179 App. Approved Date: 5/27/2026 Anc: BURNSIDE, James ID: 32521 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; Juror; VA SCHELL, Vicki Nat’l #: 37902 Mbr ST: FL Chap. ID: 377 App. Approved Date: 3/1/2026 Anc: KEENUM, Richard ID: 32466 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; VA SCHULTZ, Julie Nat’l #: 37899 Mbr ST: TN Chap. ID: 452 App. Approved Date: 2/26/2026 Anc: GRAY, Martin ID: 32463 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; OH SCOTT, Paula Nat’l #: 37882 Mbr ST: AL Chap. ID: 436 App. Approved Date: 1/30/2026 Anc: ROBERTSON (ROBINSON), HezekiahID: 21395 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; TN SHAIN RAYBORN, Maria Nat’l #: 37934 Mbr ST: IL Chap. ID: 50 App. Approved Date: 3/30/2026 Anc: IRELAND, Clement ID: 12158 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; NJ SHEA-GERSON, Susan Nat’l #: 37935 Mbr ST: CT Chap. ID: 396 App. Approved Date: 3/31/2026 Anc: CORBETT, Walter ID: 32489 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; SC SKORUPPA, Peggy Nat’l #: 37999 Mbr ST: TX Chap. ID: 479 App. Approved Date: 5/31/2026 Anc: LEMLEY, Ephriam ID: 13583 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Sol; TN SMALDONE, Stacey Nat’l #: 37885 Mbr ST: FL Chap. ID: 510 App. Approved Date: 2/27/2026 Anc: RICHMOND, Elijah ID: 31645 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; NY SMITH, Elizabeth Nat’l #: 37988 Mbr ST: SC Chap. ID: 502 App. Approved Date: 5/30/2026 Anc: DUPUY, Paul ID: 32532 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; LA SMITH, Elisabeth Nat’l #: 37909 Mbr ST: GA Chap. ID: 393 App. Approved Date: 3/28/2026 Anc: LYLES, William ID: 24618 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; Gen Assembly; MD SMITH, Jessica Nat’l #: 37830 Mbr ST: TX Chap. ID: 89 App. Approved Date: 12/31/2025 Anc: MOORE, Isidora ID: 14398 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST:MIL, CS; Capt & Judge; MO SMITH, Mary Nat’l #: 37851 Mbr ST: WV Chap. ID: 458 App. Approved Date: 1/26/2026 Anc: NEWTON, William ID: 32435 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; VA SMITH, Mary Nat’l #: 37904 Mbr ST: GA Chap. ID: 426 App. Approved Date: 3/2/2026 Anc: SMITH, Hardy ID: 32468 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Brig Gen; NC SNEAD, Harriet Nat’l #: 37908 Mbr ST: GA Chap. ID: 393 App. Approved Date: 3/28/2026 Anc: PITTMAN, James ID: 17746 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: Mil; CS; Capt; GA SOLOWAY, Connie Nat’l #: 37927 Mbr ST: GA Chap. ID: 393 App. Approved Date: 3/29/2026 Anc: PHILLIPS, Tobias ID: 21345 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; Justice; VA STEWART, Emily Nat’l #: 37931 Mbr ST: MI Chap. ID: 182 App. Approved Date: 3/29/2026 Anc: BOOKOUT, Joseph ID: 32487 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; TN STILWELL, Edna Nat’l #: 37880 Mbr ST: AL Chap. ID: 436 App. Approved Date: 1/30/2026 Anc: HAMMOND, Eli ID: 32448 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: Rangers; Capt; MS/AL SUAREZ, Tracy Nat’l #: 37949 Mbr ST: FL Chap. ID: 510 App. Approved Date: 5/25/2026 Anc: GILLESPIE, Silas ID: 32514 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; ; NC TARELTON, Kelly Nat’l #: 37883 Mbr ST: AL Chap. ID: 436 App. Approved Date: 1/30/2026 Anc: NEWBERN, Etheldred ID: 29029 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; GA TAYLOR, Linda Nat’l #: 37893 Mbr ST: MD Chap. ID: 300 App. Approved Date: 2/25/2026 Anc: DEALE, George ID: 32461 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; MD TAYLOR, Annie Nat’l #: 37952 Mbr ST: SC Chap. ID: 502 App. Approved Date: 5/5/2026 Anc: GUNTER, William ID: 32516 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; SC THOMPSON, Angelia Nat’l #: 37864 Mbr ST: KY Chap. ID: 508 App. Approved Date: 1/29/2026 Anc: CARLTON, Thomas ID: 9167 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; TN TOY, Mary Nat’l #: 37930 Mbr ST: KY Chap. ID: 508 App. Approved Date: 3/29/2026 Anc: BRISCOE, Andrew ID: 5144 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Lt; KY TURNER, Linda Nat’l #: 37933 Mbr ST: TN Chap. ID: 392 App. Approved Date: 3/29/2026 Anc: WARREN, Abijah ID: 29780 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Cpl; VA
34 | AUGUST 2026 | U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter WARD, Anita Nat’l #: 37913 Mbr ST: GA Chap. ID: 424 App. Approved Date: 3/28/2026 Anc: DURHAM, Seth ID: 32478 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; GA WEBSTER, Lisa Nat’l #: 37827 Mbr ST: FL Chap. ID: 377 App. Approved Date: 12/15/2025 Anc: STEELE, Bazaleel ID: 32412 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; OH WILKEN, Peggy Nat’l #: 37845 Mbr ST: IL Chap. ID: 50 App. Approved Date: 1/26/2026 Anc: EVANS, Richard ID: 32431 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; Justice; KY WILLIAMS, Sharon Nat’l #: 37865 Mbr ST: KY Chap. ID: 508 App. Approved Date: 1/29/2026 Anc: WILLIAMS, Thomas ID: 32440 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; Jailor; KY WOOD, Jennifer Nat’l #: 37912 Mbr ST: NC Chap. ID: 312 App. Approved Date: 3/28/2026 Anc: CAMP, Joseph ID: 32477 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; Justice; SC YOUNG, Joyce Nat’l #: 37962 Mbr ST: TX Chap. ID: 430 App. Approved Date: 5/28/2026 Anc: DOOLEY, Ephraim ID: 18509 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Lt; KY ZIMMER, Kay Nat’l #: 37987 Mbr ST: NE Chap. ID: 401 App. Approved Date: 5/30/2026 Anc: LOOMIS, Hirim ID: 32531 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: INF; Drummer; NY BLAIR, Myrandia Nat’l #: 37849 Mbr ST: TN Chap. ID: 304 App. Approved Date: 1/26/2026 Anc: MORGAN, William ID: 32356 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; NC COLEMAN, Cecelia Nat’l #: 37922 Mbr ST: CT Chap. ID: 396 App. Approved Date: 3/29/2026 Anc: THORP, Joel ID: 16910 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Sol; CT HAUGHAWOUT, Sarah Nat’l #: 37870 Mbr ST: NE Chap. ID: 401 App. Approved Date: 1/29/2026 Anc: PARRAMORE, Redding ID: 13985 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; Juror; GA SEGUIN, Catherine Nat’l #: 37983 Mbr ST: GA Chap. ID: 224 App. Approved Date: 5/30/2026 Anc: GILES, John ID: 31967 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; GA SHEELER, Rachel Nat’l #: 37995 Mbr ST: NE Chap. ID: 401 App. Approved Date: 5/31/2026 Anc: LYON, Isaac ID: 32536 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; NY TROST, Katrynna Nat’l #: 37875 Mbr ST: MD Chap. ID: 265 App. Approved Date: 1/30/2026 Anc: REYNOLDS, Perry Green ID: 32169 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; KY NEW MEMBER FADDS NEW MEMBERS CONTINUED NEW MEMBER JUNIORS CARLETON, Makenna Nat’l #: 37968 Mbr ST: MD Chap. ID: 455 App. Approved Date: 5/30/2026 Anc: LLOYD, Robert ID: 32526 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; MD DOLAN, Aylin Nat’l #: 37941 Mbr ST: NE Chap. ID: 401 App. Approved Date: 5/9/2026 Anc: UPSON, Arad ID: 11729 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; OH DOLAN, Nella Nat’l #: 37940 Mbr ST: NE Chap. ID: 401 App. Approved Date: 5/9/2026 Anc: UPSON, Arad ID: 11729 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; OH FORESTER, Eleanor Nat’l #: 37969 Mbr ST: TN Chap. ID: 304 App. Approved Date: 5/30/2026 Anc: BLACKMAN, Elisha ID: 32381 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: INF; Capt; PA HARMAN, Charlotte Nat’l #: 37966 Mbr ST: NC Chap. ID: 404 App. Approved Date: 5/29/2026 Anc: JENKINS, Irvin ID: 32525 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: INF; Capt; NC POLLEY, Maddie Nat’l #: 37939 Mbr ST: GA Chap. ID: 506 App. Approved Date: 3/31/2026 Anc: WARE, Henry ID: 26917 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; Justice; Delegate; GA WILSON, Jocelynn Nat’l #: 37942 Mbr ST: VA Chap. ID: 355 App. Approved Date: 5/21/2026 Anc: BRICKEY, Peter ID: 32507 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; TN WOOD, Jennifer Nat’l #: 37912 Mbr ST: NC Chap. ID: 312 App. Approved Date: 3/28/2026 Anc: CAMP, Joseph ID: 32477 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; Justice; SC
U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter | AUGUST 2026 | 35 SUPPLEMENTALS Verified and approved 12/1/2025 - 5/31/2026. ALCALA', Lisa Nat’l #: 28774 Mbr ST: TX Chap. ID: 234 App. Approved Date: 12/20/2025 Anc: BLACK, Jonathan ID: 32404 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; Juror; MS ALCALA', Lisa Nat’l #: 28774 Mbr ST: TX Chap. ID: 234 App. Approved Date: 12/22/2025 Anc: REED, John ID: 32403 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Cpl; KY BEAN, Virginia Nat’l #: 33318 Mbr ST: TN Chap. ID: 156 App. Approved Date: 1/26/2026 Anc: HADLEY, John ID: 32420 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; Juror; NC BEAN, Virginia Nat’l #: 33318 Mbr ST: TN Chap. ID: 156 App. Approved Date: 1/24/2026 Anc: WARNER, Oliver ID: 32419 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; Cty Alderman; RI BETTS, Suzanne Nat’l #: 33498 Mbr ST: CT Chap. ID: 396 App. Approved Date: 3/29/2026 Anc: PILCHER, Fielding ID: 32473 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; KY BLACKBURN, Tammie Nat’l #: 31885 Mbr ST: TX Chap. ID: 460 App. Approved Date: 5/7/2026 Anc: BUCHANAN, John ID: 32495 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; ; GA BLACKBURN, Tammie Nat’l #: 31885 Mbr ST: TX Chap. ID: 460 App. Approved Date: 5/7/2026 Anc: BUCHANAN, Joseph ID: 32496 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; ; GA BUCHANAN, Janet Nat’l #: 28758 Mbr ST: AZ Chap. ID: 129 App. Approved Date: 5/7/2026 Anc: HAZELTINE, Ballard ID: 30248 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Capt; NH BURROUGHS, Margaret Nat’l #: 31259 Mbr ST: VA Chap. ID: 355 App. Approved Date: 2/20/2026 Anc: MCNUTT, Samuel ID: 32457 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; OH CHARLES, Linda Nat’l #: 34543 Mbr ST: MO Chap. ID: 480 App. Approved Date: 1/31/2026 Anc: WEST, Samuel ID: 32423 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Capt; TN CHARLES, Linda Nat’l #: 34543 Mbr ST: MO Chap. ID: 480 App. Approved Date: 1/31/2026 Anc: WEAR (WEIR), Samuel ID: 3506 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST:MIL CS; Col/Comm'r/Leg.; TN CHILDERS, Tassie Nat’l #: 37820 Mbr ST: AR Chap. ID: 24 App. Approved Date: 5/28/2026 Anc: BROWNFIELD, Robert ID: 32523 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; PA DEITZEL, Elizabeth Nat’l #: 34393 Mbr ST: OH Chap. ID: 498 App. Approved Date: 5/18/2026 Anc: DEMENT, William ID: 32506 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; ; OH DENNIS, Hannah Nat’l #: 36298 Mbr ST: FL Chap. ID: 510 App. Approved Date: 3/15/2026 Anc: OLCOTT, Timothy ID: 30949 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; Justice; VT ENGLER, Mary Nat’l #: 36769 Mbr ST: LA Chap. ID: 160 App. Approved Date: 2/11/2026 Anc: BLANCHET, Rene' ID: 32455 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Surgeon; LA FOSTER-BREEZE, Carol Nat’l #: 36861 Mbr ST: CO Chap. ID: 223 App. Approved Date: 4/29/2026 Anc: HILLS, Orange ID: 32491 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; NY HAYES, Leigh Nat’l #: 33159 Mbr ST: FL Chap. ID: 446 App. Approved Date: 12/2/2025 Anc: MORROW, George ID: 32308 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Guard; SC HOFFER, Nancy Nat’l #: 31829 Mbr ST: DC Chap. ID: 394 App. Approved Date: 2/28/2026 Anc: BROOKS, Ambrose ID: 32458 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; VA JOHNSON, Anna Nat’l #: 37466 Mbr ST: NY Chap. ID: 507 App. Approved Date: 5/10/2026 Anc: PIERCE, Lemuel ID: 32500 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; NY JOHNSON, Sandra Nat’l #: 34783 Mbr ST: NY Chap. ID: 507 App. Approved Date: 5/10/2026 Anc: BENSON, John ID: 32499 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; ; NJ KNEPPER, Kimberly Nat’l #: 34313 Mbr ST: OH Chap. ID: 498 App. Approved Date: 5/21/2026 Anc: HAGEMAN, Adrian ID: 32509 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; ; OH KNEPPER, Kimberly Nat’l #: 34313 Mbr ST: OH Chap. ID: 498 App. Approved Date: 5/22/2026 Anc: FRICK, David ID: 32510 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; PA KOMINEK, Eloise Nat’l #: 37052 Mbr ST: TN Chap. ID: 392 App. Approved Date: 12/1/2025 Anc: HIATT, Jesse ID: 1574 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; IL MACKOWSKI, Maura Nat’l #: 30887 Mbr ST: AZ Chap. ID: 129 App. Approved Date: 5/17/2026 Anc: CHASE (CHACE), Ezekiel ID: 32504 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; ; MA
36 | AUGUST 2026 | U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter SUPPLEMENTALS Verified and approved 12/1/2025 - 5/31/2026. MACKOWSKI, Maura Nat’l #: 30887 Mbr ST: AZ Chap. ID: 129 App. Approved Date: 5/17/2026 Anc: PACKARD, James ID: 32505 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; ; MA MACKOWSKI, Maura Nat’l #: 30887 Mbr ST: AZ Chap. ID: 129 App. Approved Date: 5/17/2026 Anc: CHASE (CHACE), Simeon ID: 32503 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; ; MA MAXWELL, Marcia Nat’l #: 37831 Mbr ST: CO Chap. ID: 223 App. Approved Date: 5/7/2026 Anc: KESTERSON, Willis ID: 32493 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; VA MCBRIDE, Margaretha Nat’l #: 36746 Mbr ST: IN Chap. ID: 483 App. Approved Date: 12/29/2025 Anc: DARBY, James ID: 32407 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; 3rd Lt; GA MCCLELLAND, Katherine Nat’l #: 28604 Mbr ST: TN Chap. ID: 392 App. Approved Date: 12/1/2025 Anc: TAYLOR, James ID: 32401 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; Gr.Juror; VA MCCLELLAND, Katherine Nat’l #: 28604 Mbr ST: TN Chap. ID: 392 App. Approved Date: 3/11/2026 Anc: CARTER, Williamson ID: 32471 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; ; VA MCCLELLAND, Katherine Nat’l #: 28604 Mbr ST: TN Chap. ID: 392 App. Approved Date: 3/11/2026 Anc: PENDLETON, Reuben ID: 32472 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; ; VA MONTGOMERY, Patricia Nat’l #: 33683 Mbr ST: AL Chap. ID: 436 App. Approved Date: 5/23/2026 Anc: EMERSON, George ID: 31737 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; TN MORGAN, Jaylene Nat’l #: 37152 Mbr ST: SC Chap. ID: 502 App. Approved Date: 5/7/2026 Anc: MEEK, Jacob ID: 32494 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; ; IN MORGAN, Jaylene Nat’l #: 37152 Mbr ST: SC Chap. ID: 502 App. Approved Date: 5/7/2026 Anc: FISHER, Elijah ID: 32492 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; ; IN MROCK-JOHNSTON, Marie Nat’l #: 30785 Mbr ST: AL Chap. ID: 436 App. Approved Date: 5/23/2026 Anc: EMERSON, George ID: 31737 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; TN NORTON, LaDania Nat’l #: 37681 Mbr ST: GA Chap. ID: 366 App. Approved Date: 3/29/2026 Anc: MORGAN, Reuben ID: 14489 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: PS; Overseer Roads; SC PORTERFIELD, Pamela Nat’l #: 34819 Mbr ST: AL Chap. ID: 436 App. Approved Date: 5/23/2026 Anc: ANDREWS, Enoch ID: 13311 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; GA REICHERT, Heather Nat’l #: 33875 Mbr ST: OH Chap. ID: 498 App. Approved Date: 2/11/2026 Anc: HIGGINS, Charles ID: 32452 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; ; NH REICHERT, Heather Nat’l #: 33875 Mbr ST: OH Chap. ID: 498 App. Approved Date: 2/11/2026 Anc: HASTINGS, Josiah ID: 32453 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; ; NH REICHERT, Heather Nat’l #: 33875 Mbr ST: OH Chap. ID: 498 App. Approved Date: 5/7/2026 Anc: SPERRY, Ambrose ID: 32498 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; ; CT REICHERT, Heather Nat’l #: 33875 Mbr ST: OH Chap. ID: 498 App. Approved Date: 5/21/2026 Anc: UNDERWOOD, William ID: 32508 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Capt; VA ROBINSON, Holly Nat’l #: 36781 Mbr ST: MO Chap. ID: 480 App. Approved Date: 5/15/2026 Anc: WHITE, Thomas ID: 25353 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; NC ROBINSON, Holly Nat’l #: 36781 Mbr ST: MO Chap. ID: 480 App. Approved Date: 1/26/2026 Anc: ROGERS, Britain ID: 32422 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; TN RUMMEL, Paula Nat’l #: 37538 Mbr ST: MO Chap. ID: 18 App. Approved Date: 5/7/2026 Anc: COLEMAN, Eden ID: 32497 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; GA SCHALINSKE, Connie Nat’l #: 37246 Mbr ST: OH Chap. ID: 158 App. Approved Date: 12/18/2025 Anc: BACHELDER, Daniel ID: 32402 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; ME SIDORSKI, Valorie Nat’l #: 30027 Mbr ST: FL Chap. ID: 356 App. Approved Date: 2/11/2026 Anc: WHIDDEN, Samuel ID: 32454 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; VT TUBBS, Pamela Nat’l #: 29526 Mbr ST: FL Chap. ID: 358 App. Approved Date: 2/11/2026 Anc: BOUNDS, Jesse ID: 32456 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; Juror; TN WARTHMAN, Brandy Nat’l #: 35648 Mbr ST: OH Chap. ID: 158 App. Approved Date: 3/2/2026 Anc: HOUSEHOLDER, Adam ID: 19255 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Cpl; OH
U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter | AUGUST 2026 | 37 SUPPLEMENTALS Verified and approved 12/1/2025 - 5/31/2026. WEIR, Elizabeth Nat’l #: 30835 Mbr ST: AL Chap. ID: 436 App. Approved Date: 5/23/2026 Anc: GANN, Ignatius ID: 10567 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; Overseer Roads; TN WEIR, Elizabeth Nat’l #: 30835 Mbr ST: AL Chap. ID: 436 App. Approved Date: 5/23/2026 Anc: STOKES, Ignatius ID: 22035 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; Justice; SC WEIR, Elizabeth Nat’l #: 30835 Mbr ST: AL Chap. ID: 436 App. Approved Date: 5/23/2026 Anc: CRAWFORD, Elisha ID: 743 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; GA WEISS, Carole Nat’l #: 29746 Mbr ST: NC Chap. ID: 433 App. Approved Date: 5/10/2026 Anc: THARP, Samuel ID: 32501 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; NC WOOLVERTON, Carrie Nat’l #: 31564 Mbr ST: TX Chap. ID: 482 App. Approved Date: 12/29/2025 Anc: HUTCHINS, John ID: 32408 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; Juror; NC WOOLVERTON, Carrie Nat’l #: 31564 Mbr ST: TX Chap. ID: 482 App. Approved Date: 12/27/2025 Anc: BILLS, Daniel ID: 32405 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; Co. Treas; NC WOOLVERTON, Carrie Nat’l #: 31564 Mbr ST: TX Chap. ID: 482 App. Approved Date: 12/30/2025 Anc: DENNY, George ID: 32409 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; Juror; NC WOOLVERTON, Carrie Nat’l #: 31564 Mbr ST: TX Chap. ID: 482 App. Approved Date: 12/27/2025 Anc: BILLS, Gersham ID: 32406 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; Juror; NC WOOLVERTON, Carrie Nat’l #: 31564 Mbr ST: TX Chap. ID: 482 App. Approved Date: 12/30/2025 Anc: OGILVIE, Harris ID: 32410 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: CS; Juror; TN ZAZULAK, Christine Nat’l #: 33751 Mbr ST: LA Chap. ID: 160 App. Approved Date: 1/24/2026 Anc: LABATUT, Jean ID: 32421 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; 1st Lt; LA ZAZULAK, Christine Nat’l #: 33751 Mbr ST: LA Chap. ID: 160 App. Approved Date: 1/24/2026 Anc: FERNANDEZ DE MENDOZA, Jose ID: 5571 Anc. Svc/Rank/ST: MIL; Pvt; LA The Executive Board has approved a recognition program for our Flora Adams Darling Daughters (members between 18-35 years old). By introducing this program, we hope to accomplish several things: • Increase Awareness – It’s possible that your chapter has FADDs that don’t even realize they are FADDs. Perhaps their mother or grandmother completed their applications for them and are expecting them to become active one day. Communicating the new Outstanding FADD program can increase their aware- ness and give them ideas of how they can become more active members. • Encourage Participation – Having been there ourselves, we can all remember that our members in the FADD age group have many demands on their time: college, work, marriage, and young children, as well as commitments to other organizations (such as other lineage societies or houses of wor- ship) …or all of the above! If we provide a tangible incentive to participate, when the time comes to decide about which organiza- tion receives their time, we hope our FADDs will be encouraged to spend time participating in this organization. Outstanding FADD Recognition Program Members 18-35 Encouraged to Participate • Recognize Service – Service is its own reward, but don’t we all appreciate being appreciated? The Flora Adams Darling Daughter Outstanding Award Pin (shown above) will be presented to the National Winner. For more information, a description of the program rules and eligibility along with the Outstanding FADD Application form can be found on the U.S.D. 1812 Members website on the Flora Adams Darling Daughters Committee page.
38 | AUGUST 2026 | U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter N.S.U.S.D. of 1812 National Information Packet (NIP) – 2024-2027 N.S.U.S.D.1812 QUALIFYING PIN & ANCESTOR PLAQUE DONATION FORM MINIMUM DONATION OF $100.00 REQUIRED TO USE THIS FORM DONATIONS LIMITED TO ACCOUNTS LISTED ON THIS FORM YOUR STATE WILL RECEIVE CREDIT FOR YOUR DONATION VIA THE USE OF THIS FORM. NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS: 510 National Headquarters Endowment Trust Fund (NHETF) ($100.00 donation required to qualify to purchase pin) .................... $ ____________ 520 National Headquarters Library (min. donation of $100.00 required to receive library book pin) .................................................. $ ____________ 540 National Headquarters Maintenance and Operation ($100.00 donation required to qualify to purchase pin) ............................ $ ____________ 550 National Headquarters Restoration of Properties Fund: Required Minimums to Qualify to Purchase Insignia/Pins: $1,000.00 for Restoration Sponsor ................................................................................................................................................... $ ____________ $5,000.00 for Restoration Patron ...................................................................................................................................................... $ ____________ $10,000.00 for Restoration Commodore ........................................................................................................................................... $ ____________ Required Minimums for Enameled Pins from National (min. donation of $150.00 required) $150.00 for bronze-tone star pin ....................................................................................................................................................... $ ____________ $250.00 for silver-tone star pin .......................................................................................................................................................... $ ____________ $500.00 for gold-tone star pin (less than 35 pins remaining) ............................................................................................................ $ ____________ 56/57 National Headquarters ROOM (Check Room Box): (min. donation of $150.00 required) Required Minimums for Enameled Pins from National: $150.00 for bronze-tone star pin ....................................................................................................................................................... $ ____________ $250.00 for silver-tone star pin .......................................................................................................................................................... $ ____________ $500.00 for gold-tone star pin (less than 35 pins remaining) ............................................................................................................ $ ____________ 56 (1461) CA KITCHEN DC DINING ROOM FL SUITE GA PN BEDROOM IL PN OFFICE IN FLAG POLE KY BOARD/CONF RM LA FRONT FOYER MD RECEPTION HALL MI MUSIC ROOM MS PN POWDER RM MO CHILD’S BEDROOM MO HALL BATHROOM NJ MIDDLE BEDROOM NY PARLOR OH BATHROOM PA DECATUR ROOM PA FRONT BEDROOM SC BEDROOM VA HALLWAY WV HALL 57(1463) AL BEDROOM CO POWDER ROOM NC BEDROOM OK BEDROOM TN A. 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MUSEUM TX READING ROOM WY LOUNGE 505 PRESIDENT NATIONAL’S PROJECT (min. donation of $150.00 required) Required Minimums for Enameled Pins from National $150.00 for bronze-tone star pin ....................................................................................................................................................... $ ____________ $250.00 for silver-tone star pin.......................................................................................................................................................... $ ____________ $500.00 for gold-tone star pin (less than 35 pins remaining) ............................................................................................................ $ ____________ 585 ELECTRONIC IMAGING (this is Micrographics) ($100.00 donation required to qualify to purchase pin)........................................ $ ____________ 586 TECHNOLOGY ENHANCEMENT: (min. donation of $150.00 required) Required Minimums for Enameled Pins from National $150.00 for bronze-tone star pin ....................................................................................................................................................... $ ____________ $250.00 for silver-tone star pin.......................................................................................................................................................... $ ____________ $500.00 for gold-tone star pin (less than 35 pins remaining) ............................................................................................................ $ ____________ 556 ANCESTOR PLAQUE: ($100.00 donation required per Ancestor Plaque) Name of Ancestor: ___________
U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter | AUGUST 2026 | 39INDIVIDUALS Gifts Up To $1000 Bonnie Dybalski Gifts Up To $500 Cynthia Hiddemen Sandra Wallis Gifts Up To $200 Virginia Bean Gifts Up To $100 Marlene Lambiaso Donna Vanover Linda Tanner-Freitag Sarah Voll STATE SOCIETIES Gifts Up To $12,500 Texas State Society Gifts Up To $6,000 Tennessee State Society Georgia State Society Gifts Up To $4,000 Florida State Society Oklahoma State Society Alabama State Society Gifts Up To $3,000 California State Society North Carolina State Society West Virginia State Society Gifts Up To $2,000 Illinois State Society Arkansas State Society Missouri State Society Colorado State Society Pennsylvania State Society Louisiana State Society New York State Society Gifts Up To $800 Disctrict of Columbia Society Michigan State Society Virginia State Society Gifts Up To $400 Indiana State Society South Carolina State Society Nevada State Society Gifts Up To $200 New Jersey State Society Mississippi State Society Maryland State Society Gifts Up To $100 Arizona State Society New Mexico State Society Maine State Society ANCESTOR PLAQUES Gifts of $100 David Bevier, NY by Terry Bruno Archelous Craft, NC by Bonnie Khym Thomas Fortune, VA by Jennifer McStravick and Kathy Wells Joseph Gaspard, LA by Stacey McSwain Peter Minnich, PA by Mary Forsythe Ephraim Packard, ME by Maura Mackowski Lydia Pursley, IL by Julie Barnes Benjamin Selman by Susan Favazza Samuel Sublett, KY by Lori King Fontaine Young, KY by Donna Vanover MEMORY DONATIONS Brenda Brown by Major Francis L. Dade Chapter June Chapek by Linda Rogers Helen Gardiner by Marion Hiltenbrand Estelle Griffith by Major Francis L. Dade Chapter Benjamin Hawkins by Brenda Kampf Lorraine and Howard Hamel by Susan Power-Horn Wanda Mandeville by Laura Edwards Kellie Mathieu by Texas State Society Robert McDowell by Kimberly Wilingham Robbie McGavvy by Susan Taylor Dr. Kay Moore by Susan Bell and Janet Butler DONATIONS TO NATIONAL SOCIETY Reported From November 1, 2025 to May 1, 2026 ENDORSEMENTS For Honorary Vice Presidents National Pam Mossburg by Nancy Mossburg Nancy Pernice by Benjamin De Vane Chapter Irene Presley by Susan Taylor Wanda Prosser by San Diego Chapter Ezra Smith by Stacey McSwain Sandra Todd by Eugenia McGroarty Loyce West by Ora Jane Johnson HONOR DONATIONS Cher Sesma by Association of State Presidents Past & Present by Ora Jane Johnson by Taryn Kennedy by Susan Leininger by Margaret Skrivseth by Jerrie Townsend by Texas State Society Julie Barnes by Kim Nagy Nancy Carr by Eve Holder Carol Cavagnaro by David Farragut Chapter Marie Crespo by Mary Forsythe Rebecca Eisenman by Pat Dell'aria Pat Gallagher by Ora Jane Johnson Mary Glenn by Ora Jane Johnson Judith Harless by David Farragut Chapter Louisiana Daughters by Joanne Baum Sue Moritz-Arnett by Ora Jane Johnson Kim Nagy by Julie Barnes Lorna Rankin by Ora Jane Johnson Anne Sears by Julie Barnes Karen Theofanides by David Farragut Chapter Helene Werner by Ora Jane Johnson Betsy Woodford by Shirley Arendt THE MADISON CIRCLE Megan Ryno LIFE MEMBERS Deborah Hinckley Mary McGhee Diane Oliver Deborah Popenoe Wilma Scofield ANNE FARLEY Endorsed by New York May 12, 2018 For New York position MILDRED SHARKEY Endorsed by Virginia May 12, 2018 For Virginia position JANISUE RIGEL Endorsed by Wyoming May 16, 2019 For ________ position LYNN KEASLING Endorsed by Indiana September 20, 2020 For ________ position RUTH RYNO Endorsed by New Jersey February 18, 2021 For New Jersey position BARBARA FINCHER Endorsed by Georgia September 13, 2022 For Georgia position BRENDA HAMILTON Endorsed by North Carolina September 2022 For North Carolina position NOREEN KOEHLER Endorsed by Delaware January 7, 2023 For Delaware position ROBERTA JORDAN Endorsed by Florida February 10, 2023 For ________ position SARAH VOLL Endorsed by District of Columbia February 24, 2023 For District of Columbia position YVONNE HOWELL Endorsed by South Carolina March 4, 2023 For South Carolina position JEAN MUETZEL Endorsed by Ohio March 11, 2023 For Ohio position LYNDA MOREAU Endorsed by Louisiana April 4, 2023 For Louisiana position PATRICIA GALLAGHER Endorsed by Louisiana April 4, 2023 For Louisiana position BARBARA ALLISON Endorsed by Michigan May 20, 2023 For ________ position IDA RANSOM Endorsed by Connecticut February 15, 2024 For Connecticut position ORA JANE JOHNSON Endorsed by Texas February 17, 2024 For Vermont position LINDA TRIPP Endorsed by Tennessee March 8, 2024 For Tennessee position ELIZABETH CALHOUN Endorsed by Pennsylvania March 9, 2024 For Pennsylvania position JOSEPHINE BANDY HILL Endorsed by Tennessee March 7, 2025 For Tennessee position SANDRA LAWTON Endorsed by South Carolina March 7, 2026 For South Carolina position
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44 | AUGUST 2026 | U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter NECROLOGY ROLL CALL NOVEMBER 1, 2025 TO JUNE1, 2026 ALABAMA Gloria Edgeworth Smith National Number 27912 Date of Death 12/20/2025 Sara Guthrie Ruiz de Molina National Number 33754 Date of Death 1/25/2026 Margaret "Ann" Hatchett Cheney National Number 26253 Date of Death 3/25/2026 ARKANSAS Claire Coleman Holmes National Number 34429 Date of Death 3/19/2026 Deonna Childers Williams National Number 25975 Date of Death 11/16/2025 CALIFORNIA Karon Kading Jarrard National Number 27456 Date of Death 4/26/2026 Janice Kapp Henderson National Number 36889 Date of Death 4/27/2026 COLORADO Beverly Ellison Nelson National Number 27347 Date of Death 4/21/2026 Gina Swets Moore National Number 30840 Date of Death 2/24/2026 CONNECTICUT Carla Newberth Bue National Number 35272 Date of Death 2/8/2026 DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA Linda Law National Number 27706 Date of Death 11/21/2025 FLORIDA Katherine Miller Easley National Number 29045 Date of Death 1/3/2026 Nelle Holmes Mussler National Number 19811 Date of Death 3/23/2026 Linda Moody Neal National Number 27257 Date of Death 4/16/2026 Frances Alderman Nettles National Number 32622 Date of Death 12/8/2025 Patricia Powell McCullers National Number 28801 Date of Death 5/11/2026 Ruth Keeling Hemmingway National Number 30102 Date of Death 2/27/2026 GEORGIA Laura Kickliter Thomas National Number 37288 Date of Death 11/11/2025 Mary Smith Spivey National Number 30763 Date of Death 12/2/2025 Patricia Harrington National Number 35447 Date of Death 2/27/2026 ILLINOIS Cleta Stewart Riggins National Number 25018 Date of Death 2/13/2026 Barbara Brehm Krehbiel National Number 34193 Date of Death 2/10/2026 Joyce Staley Bell National Number 30263 Date of Death 2/18/2026 INDIANA Karen Wallace Pribyla National Number 30207 Date of Death 1/3/2026 Marilyn Lucas Chrisman National Number 33082 Date of Death 5/13/2026 KANSAS Alice Kimbley Bushman National Number 25611 Date of Death 2/11/2026 Roberta Oyler Hagemann National Number 24884 Date of Death 3/25/2026 Monet Bellinger Kietzman National Number 32962 Date of Death 2/21/2026 KENTUCKY Molly Kendall National Number 22143 Date of Death 11/12/2025 MAINE Harriet Gamage Moroney National Number 24261 Date of Death 5/18/2026 Past 2nd Vice President National Past Chaplain National Louise DeAngelis Brown National Number 25603 Date of Death 12/26/2025 MARYLAND Mary Edwards Little National Number 22786 Date of Death 11/19/2025 Honorary Vice President National Anne Grim McKown National Number 24258 Date of Death 2/17/2026 Martha Hilton National Number 32793 Date of Death 12/14/2025 MISSISSIPPI Gloria Screws Adcock National Number 25795 Date of Death 4/20/2026 JoAnne Gibbs Collins National Number 32924 Date of Death 3/21/2026 Billie Shotts Davis National Number 35440 Date of Death 2/12/2026 NEVADA Alma Leake Lucas National Number 33278 Date of Death 1/12/2026 Susan McGarry Taylor National Number 34828 Date of Death 12/21/2025 Donna Stoops National Number 36998 Date of Death 3/7/2026 NEW YORK Carrolyn Tryon Davies National Number 28361 Date of Death 11/14/2025 North Carolina State Society Ruth Rawls Muller National Number 30769 Date of Death 11/3/2025 Wanda Strickland Mandeville National Number 33227 Date of Death 1/6/2026 OHIO Elizabeth Arnold Cole National Number 20173 Date of Death 1/21/2026 Virginia Thompson Neave National Number 23429 Date of Death 2/6/2026 Juanita Cole Redder National Number 20495 Date of Death 11/25/2025 SOUTH CAROLINA Eula "Frances" Reeves Jeffcoat National Number 20487 Date of Death 1/19/2026 Honorary Vice President National Susan Taylor Hemminger National Number 31983 Date of Death 12/2/2025 TENNESSEE Sandra Shumate Curtis National Number 30046 Date of Death 4/12/2026 Matilda Bussell Speck National Number 33906 Date of Death 4/5/2026 Bettye Lanier Stanley National Number 29109 Date of Death 12/28/2025 Mary Mitchell Korowin National Number 29375 Date of Death 12/4/2025 Rosella Owens Taylor National Number 27128 Date of Death 2/22/2026 Ruth Ely Gilliam National Number 31790 Date of Death 2/5/2026 TEXAS Rynell Stiff Novak National Number 23844 Date of Death 5/20/2026 Past Treasurer National Mary Spiller Briggs National Number 26816 Date of Death 12/11/2025 Elthie Cade Meads National Number 36932 Date of Death 2/26/2026 Faye Bean Elder National Number 29826 Date of Death 12/1/2025 Iris Collins Eaton National Number 25085 Date of Death 1/27/2026 UTAH Constance Anderson MacKinnon National Number 36984 Date of Death 12/17/2025 WASHINGTON Sara Buckingham National Number 34102 Date of Death 12/9/2025 National # 35593 Date of Death 8/27/2025 MEMBER AT LARGE Nancy Harris Deas National Number 30057 Date of Death 5/14/2026
U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter | AUGUST 2026 | 45 reports continued next page 1812 Ancestor Plaques Kathleen Poquette - Chairman National Category 1 New Hampshire State Society - 1st Place Category 2 Arizona State Society - 1st Place Category 2 Kentucky State Society - 2nd Place Tie Category 2 Utah State Society - 2nd Place Tie Category 3 Michigan State Society - 1st Place Category 3 Illinois State Society - 2nd Place Tie Category 3 Pennsylvania State Society - 2nd Place Tie Category 3 New York State Society - 2nd Place Tie Category 4 Maryland State Society - 1st Place Category 4 Missouri State Society - 2nd Place Category 5 Texas State Society - 1st Place Category 5 Tennessee State Society - 2nd Place Category 5 Georgia State Society - 3rd Place Tie Category 5 Florida State Society - 3rd Place Tie 1812 Era Newspaper Collection Hollie Gilliland - Chairman National Category 5 Texas State State Society - 1st Place Category 5 Tennessee State Society - 2nd Place American Merchant Marine Library Adela Bowyer-Chairman National Most Monetary Donations Category 1 Kansas State Society - 1st Place Category 2 Connecticut State Society - 1st Place Category 2 Oklahoma State Society - 2nd Place Category 4 California State Society - 1st Place Category 4 Missouri State Society - 2nd Place Category 5 Georgia State Society - 1st Place Category 5 Texas State Society - 2nd Place Category 5 Tennessee State Society - 3rd Place Tie Category 5 Virginia State Society - 3rd Place Tie Highest Value of Items Donated Category 2 Oklahoma State Society - 1st Place Category 4 Missouri State Society - 1st Place Category 5 Georgia State Society - 1st Place Category 5 Texas State Society - 2nd Place Category 5 Virginia State Society - 3rd Place Tie Category 5 Tennessee State Society - 3rd Place Tie Chalmette Battlefield Pat Gallagher - Chairman National Most Monetary Donations Category 5 Texas State Society - 1st Place Category 4 Missouri State Society - 2nd Place Category 4 California State Society - 3rd Place Outstanding Programs Category 5 Texas State Society - 1st Place Category 5 Georgia State Society - 2nd Place Tie Category 4 California State Society - 2nd Place Tie Most Visitors Category 4 Louisiana State Society - 1st Place Overall Category 5 Texas State Society - 1st Place Category 2 Oklahoma State Society - 2nd Place Category 5 Georgia State Society - 3rd Place Best Overall Report Texas State Society Fort McHenry Connie Uy - Chairman National Fort McHenry Programs Category 2 Oklahoma State Society- 1st Place Category 3 Colorado State Society- 1st Place Category 4 Missouri State Society - 1st Place Category 5 Georgia State Society - 1st Place Insignia Vickie Aznoe - Chairman National Most Insignia Purchased Category 1 New Mexico State Society - 1st Place Category 1 Wisconsin State Society - 2nd Place Category 1 Delaware State Society - 3rd Place Category 1 Kansas State Society - 4th Place Tie Category 1 Massachusetts State Society - 4th Place Tie Category 2 Kentucky State Society - 1st Place Category 2 Arizona State Society - 2nd Place Category 2 Nevada State Society - 3rd Place Category 2 Connecticut State Society - 4th Place Category 3 Colorado State Society - 1st Place Category 3 Arkansas State Society - 2nd Place Category 3 Pennsylvania State Society - 3rd Place Category 3 New York State Society - 4th Place Category 4 Missouri State Society - 1st Place Category 4 Maryland State Society - 2nd Place Category 4 North Carolina State Society - 3rd Place Category 4 South Carolina State Society - 4th Place Category 5 Georgia State Society - 1st Place Category 5 Floridia State Society - 2nd Place Category 5 Texas State Society - 3rd Place Category 5 Virginia State Society - 4th Place Lineage and Historical Records Margaret Skrivseth - Chairman National Category 5 Texas State Society - 1st Place Category 5 Tennessee State Society - 2nd Place Lineage Research and Historical Records Margaret Skrivseth - Chairman National Missouri State Society - 1st Place Tie Texas State Society - 1st Place Tie Tennessee State Society - 2nd Place Markers and Grave Locations Sue King - Chairman National Most Approved Grave Location Markers Category 1 Wisconsin State Society - 1st Place Category 2 Utah State Society - 1st Place Tie Category 2 Wyoming State Society - 1st Place Tie Category 3 Missouri State Society - 1st Place Category 4 Indiana State Society - 1st Place Category 5 Virginia State Society - 1st Place Most Approved Markers and Grave Locations: Individual Awards Deborah Schroeder, Julia Martin Lambert Chapter, Indiana State Society- 1st Place Linda Tanner-Freitag, Wisconsin State Society - 2nd Place Patricia Given, Rappahannock Chapter, Virginia State Society - 3rd Place Membership Ora Jane Johnson - Chairman National Most Percentage Increase in Membership Nevada State Society - 1st Place Overall Category 2 Nebraska State Society - 1st Place Category 3 Indiana State Society - 1st Place Category 4 South Carolina State Society - 1st Place Category 5 Tenn
46 | AUGUST 2026 | U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter Alabama State Society - 3rd Place Old Fort Niagara Sandra Johnson - Chairman National Individual Recognition Luana Darby, Utah State Society Darla Desautels, Colorado State Society Special Recognition for an Ancestor Having Served at Fort Niagara Paula Gallagher - Ancestor: Pvt. Ebbe Peck Patriotic Education Robin Hurwitz - Chairman National Outstanding Classroom Education Category 4 California State Society - 1st Place Category 5 Georgia State Society - 1st Place Category 5 Texas State Society - 2nd Place Patriotic Education Outstanding Year-Round Patriotic Education Category 4 South Carolina State Society - 1st Place Category 4 California State Society - 2nd Place Category 5 Texas State Society - 1st Place Category 5 Georgia State Society - 2nd Place Outstanding Publicity Patriotic Education Category 4 California State Society - 1st Place Category 4 South Carolina State Society - 2nd Place Category 5 Texas State Society - 1st Place Category 5 Georgia State Society - 2nd Place Most Donations Toward Patriotic Education Category 5 Texas State Society - 1st Place Category 5 Tennessee State Society - 2nd Place Category 5 Florida State Society - 3rd Place Star-Spangled Banner Proclamations Category 5 Texas State Society - 1st Place Category 5 Georgia State Society - 2nd Place Category 5 Florida State Society - 3rd Place Most Use of Resources from the National Soc. Category 5 Texas State Society - 1st Place Category 5 Florida State Society - 2nd Place President National’s Project Mary Clark - Chairman National Most President National Pins Purchased Colorado State Society- 1st Place Overall Category 1 Delaware State Society - 1st Place Tie Category 1 New Mexico State Society - 1st Place Tie Category 1 Wisconsin State Society - 1st Place Tie Category 2 Washington State Society - 1st Place Category 3 Colorado State Society - 1st Place Category 4 Maryland State Society - 1st Place Category 5 Tennessee State Society - 1st Place Public Relations Best Outreach to the Community Category 5 Tennessee State Society - 1st Place Best State Newsletter Category 2 Utah State Society - 1st Place Category 3 Colorado State Society - 1st Place Category 3 New York State Society - 2nd Place Category 4 California State Society - 1st Place Category 4 South Carolina State Society - 2nd Place Best Use of Social Media Category 2 Utah State Society - 1st Place Category 4 Missouri State Society - 1st Place Best Use of Print Media Category 3 Illinois State Society - 1st Place Best Print Brochure Tennessee State Society Outstanding Chapter Newsletter Hugh McGary Sr. Chapter, Indiana State Society San Diego Chapter, California State Society Major Gen.Alexander Macomb, Colorado State Soc. Benjamin Hardin Chapter, Georgia State Society Best Use of Social Media by a Chapter Captain James Asbury Tait Chapter, Texas State Society Best Use of Print Media by a Chapter Volunteer-Wauhatchie Chapter, Tennessee State Society Individual Outstanding Public Relations Outreach to the Community DeAnn Killion, Col Thomas Hart Benson Chapter, Tennessee State Society Sandra Johnson, Celea Sampson Cole Chapter, New York State Society Anne Davis, Gen Jacob Brown Chapter, New York State Society Nancy Karasinski, Onondaga Chapter, New York State Society Real Daughters/Real Grand Daughters Rebecca Speaker - Chairman National Most Real Daughters/Real Grand Daughters Submitted Category 1 Minnesota State Society- 1st Place Category 2 Kentucky State Society - 1st Place Category 2 Utah State Society - 1st Place Category 3 Indiana State Society - 1st Place Category 3 Colorado State Society- 2nd Place Category 3 Arkansas State Society - 3rd Place Category 4 California State Society - 1st Place Tie Category 4 South Carolina State Society - 1st Place Tie Category 5 Georgia State Society - 1st Place Category 5 Floridia State Society - 2nd Place Category 5 Tennessee State Society - 3rd Place Tie Category 5 Texas State Society - 3rd Place Tie Top Chapters Real Daughters/Real Grand Daughters Major General Alexander Macomb Chapter, Colorado State Society Benjamin Hardin Chapter, Georgia State Society Sgt. Benjamin Exum Chapter, Georgia State Society Colonel Daniel Appling Chapter, Georgia State Society Thomas McCall Chapter, Georgia State Society General John Clarke Chapter, Georgia State Society Joseph Hart Chapter, Indiana State Society Top Individuals Real Daughters/Real Grand Daughters Scarlett Gibson, Benjamin Hardin Chapter, Georgia State Society Catherine Wells, Sgt. Benjamin Exum Chapter, Georgia State Society Cynthia Grote, Philip Schoff Chapter, Indiana State Society River Raisin Battlefield Sue Moritz - Chairman National Most Monetary Donations Category 1 Kansas State Society - 1st Place Category 2 Kentucky State Society - 1st Place Tie Category 2 Utah State Society - 1st Place Tie Category 3 Colorado State Society- 1st Place Category 3 Michigan State Society- 2nd Place Category 3 District of Columbia St Soc - 3rd Place Tie Cat
U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter | AUGUST 2026 | 47 Missouri State Society - 1st Place South Carolina State Society - 2nd Place Oregon State Society - 3rd Place Most Adult Volunteers Missouri State Society - 1st Place Oregon State Society - 2nd Place Tennessee State Society - 3rd Place Most Volunteer Miles Driven South Carolina State Society - 1st Place Tennessee State Society - 2nd Place Missouri State Society - 3rd Place Spirit of 1812 Award Dr. Patti Maclay - Chairman National Donald G. Shomette, sponsored by Ella Virginia State Society Houck Hollaway Chapter, Maryland State Society Jeffrey Patrick, sponsored by the Joel J. Adcock Chapter, Missouri State Society Eric Reelitz, sponsored by the Kaskaskia Chapter, Illinois State Society Star-Spangled Banner Flag House Teresa Oyler - Chairman National Most Monetary Donations California State Society - 1st Place Tie Tennessee State Society - 1st Place Tie Best Overall Report Category 2 Utah State Society - 1st Place Category 3 Arkansas State Society - 1st Place Category 4 Maryland State Society - 1st Place Category 5 Georgia State Society - 1st Place Tie Category 5 Tennessee State Society - 1st Place Tie Historian National Awards Ella Quaqueta - Chairman National Outstanding State Histories Category 1 Kansas State Society - 1st Place Category 2 Utah State Society - 1st Place Category 2 Nevada State Society - 2nd Place Category 4 Maryland State Society - 1st Place Tie Category 4 Missouri State Society - 1st Place Tie Category 4 N. Carolina State Society - 2nd Place Tie Category 4 S. Carolina State Society - 2nd Place Tie Category 5 Tennessee State Society - 1st Place Category 5 Ohio State Society - 2nd Place Category 5 Georgia State Society - 3rd Place Outstanding Chapter Histories Category 2 Pvt. Jacob Holley Chapter, Oklahoma Category 2 Kaw Valley Chapter, Kansas State Society Category 2 River Raisin Chapter, Kentucky State Society Category 4 General Andrew Jackson Chapter, South Carolina State Society Category 4 Junaluska Chapter, North Carolina State Society Category 5 Hermitage Chapter, Tennessee State Society Category 5 Eliza Monroe Chapter, Virginia State Society Outstanding State Yearbooks Category 1 New Mexico State Society - 1st Place Category 2 Utah State Society - 1st Place Category 3 Colorado State Society- 1st Place Category 4 North Carolina State Society - 1st Place Category 5 Ohio State Society - 1st Place Outstanding Chapter Yearbooks Category 2 Capt. James Gibson Chapter, West Virginia State Society Category 3 Capt. John Jackson, Indiana State Society Category 4 Chasseur Chapter, Maryland State Society Category 5 Lucas Sullivant Chapter, Ohio State Society Category 5 William Wetmore, Ohio State Society Correct Use of the Flag Lillian Stewart - Chairman National Best Overall Flag Event California State Society Correct use of the Flag at Patriotic Events Category 2 Nebraska State Society - 1st Place Category 2 Utah State Society - 2nd Place Category 2 New Jersey State Society- 3rd Place Category 3 New York State Society - 1st Place Category 3 Colorado State Society - 2nd Place Category 3 Illinois State Society - 3rd Place Category 4 South Carolina State Society - 1st Place Category 4 California State Society - 2nd Place Category 4 Missouri State Society - 3rd Place Category 5 Georgia State Society - 1st Place Category 5 Tennessee State Society - 2nd Place Category 5 Virginia State Society - 3rd Place Most Number of Flags Placed Category 2 Kansas State Society - 1st Place Category 2 Oregon State Society - 2nd Place Category 2 Nebraska State Society - 3rd Place Category 3 New York State Society - 1st Place Category 3 Illinois State Society - 2nd Place Category 3 Colorado State Society - 3rd Place Category 4 Missouri State Society - 2nd Place Category 4 California State Society - 3rd Place Category 5 Tennessee State Society - 1st Place Category 5 Ohio State Society - 2nd Place Category 5 Georgia State Society - 3rd Place Special Recognition Minnesota State Society for Giving a Correct Use of the Flag Report at Every Meeting VAVS Victoria Panzer - Chairman National Best Overall VAVS Program Category 1 Minnesota State Society- 1st Place Category 1 Wisconsin State Society - 2nd Place Category 1 New Mexico State Society - 3rd Place Category 3 Arkansas State Society - 1st Place Category 3 Colorado State Society- 2nd Place Category 4 California State Society - 3rd Place Category 4 North Carolina State Society - 1st Place Category 4 South Carolina State Society - 2nd Place Category 5 Tennessee State Society - 1st Place Category 5 Texas State Society - 2nd Place Category 5 Floridia State Society- 3rd Place Schools Colleen Petosa - Chairman National Overall Monetary Donations Category 1 Wisconsin State Society Category 2 Oklahoma Category 3 Illinois State Society Category 4 Missouri State Society Category 5 Tennessee State Society Overall Monetary Donations to Alice Lloyd College Category 1 Wisconsin State Society Category 2 Oklahoma Category 3 Illinois State Socie
48 | AUGUST 2026 | U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter N.S.U.S.D. 1812 134th Associate Council Minutes Held April 3, 2026 President National Cher Sesma called the meeting to order at 2:04 p.m. EST. The invocation was given by Chaplain National Kay Tatum. The Dunbar High School JROTC Color Guard presented the colors. The National Anthem was led by Lynda Moreau. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America was led by First Vice President National Dr. Sandra Wallis. The Color guard retired the colors. A challenge coin and a certificate of appreci- ation were presented to each Color guard member. The American’s Creed was led by Second Vice President National Dr. Sarah Voll. The Salute to the Flag of 1812 was led by Third Vice President National Dr. Kim- berly Nagy. The Purposes of the National Society were read by Fourth Vice President National Beverly Sterling-Affinati. Sandra Harriman, President of the District of Columbia Society, gave the wel- come to Washington, DC . The response was given by First Vice President National Dr. Sandra Wallis. President National Sesma welcomed everyone to the 134th Associate Council. She introduced the following: President National Cheryl “Cher” Sesma First Vice President National Dr. Sandra Wallis Second Vice President National Dr. Sarah Voll Third Vice President National Dr. Kimberly Nagy Fourth Vice President National Beverly Sterling-Affinati Chaplain National Kay Tatum Recording Secretary National Jerrie Townsend Corresponding Secretary National Dena Green Treasurer National Joanne Baum Registrar National Laura Allen Historian National Ella Guaqueta (excused) Librarian National Bonnie Dybalski Curator National Linda Mansur Appointed Officers National Present: Parliamentarian Susan Leininger Sergeant at Arms Patricia Gallagher Assistant Treasurer National Donations & Life Memberships Sarah Farmer Assistant Treasurer National Technology Support Ann Waggaman Assistant Registrar National Karen Janczy Honorary Presidents National in Attendance and Who Brought Greetings: Mary Ray Casper Honorary Vice Presidents National in Attendance: Gwendolyn “Gwen” Causey, NC Mary Glenn, VT Susan Leininger, OH Adele Bowyer, DC President National Sesma then asked all first-time attendees to stand. The following were appointed to review and approve the minutes of the 134th Associate Council: First Vice President National Dr. Sandra Wallis, Second Vice President National Dr. Sarah Voll, and Third Vice President National Dr. Kimberly Nagy. Without objection, the minutes will be approved by these members. Victoria Kinnear, Chairman of the Credentials gave the first report of the Credentials Committee and Moved its Adoption: Officers National 12 Honorary Presidents National 1 Honorary Vice Presidents National 4 Chairmen Nat’l, Standing Committees 12 Past State Presidents 12 State Officers 29 Chapter Presidents 5 Chapter and State Delegates 8 Total Number Entitled to Vote 83 Alternates 9 Parliamentarin 1 Sergeant-at-Arms 1 Members 105 Guests 0 Total Number Not Voting 9 Total Number in Attendance 92 The First Credentials Report was adopted. The chair declared a quorum was present. Cindy Hayes moved the adoption of the Standing Rules for the 134th Associate Council. The motion was seconded and adopted.. Associate Council General Chairman Faye Phillips presented the printed program. After corrections, she moved the adoption of the Program as the order of business for the 134th Associate Council. The motion was adopted. The minutes of the 133rd Associate Council in April 2025 were approved by committee and were printed in the August 2025 Newsletter. As there was no objection, the minutes for the 133rd Associate Council as reviewed and approved by committee, will be filed. The Following Officers National Reported: President National Cher Sesma 1st VP National Dr. Sandra Wallis 2nd VP National Dr. Sarah Voll 3rd VP National Dr. Kimberly Nagy 4th VP National Beverly Sterling-Affinati Chaplain National Kay Tatum Recording Sec. National Jerrie Townsend Corresponding Sec. National Dena Green Treasurer National Joanne Baum Registrar National Laura Allen Librarian National Bonnie Dybalski Curator National Linda Mansur The Following Appointed Officers National Reported: Parliamentarian Susan Leininger Sergeant At Arms Patricia Gallagher Asst. Treasurer National Sarah Farmer (Donations & Life Membership) Asst. Treasurer National Ann Waggaman (Technology Support) Asst. Registrar National Karon Janczy Chairman Mary Armstrong of the National Headquarters endowment Trust Fund Committee reported. Melissa Fischer, Chairman of the Audit Committee, was not present. Recording Secre- tary National Jerrie Townsend read her report and moved its adoption. Motion carried. The Following Chairmen National of Standing Committees Reported: 1812 Ancestor Plaques Kathleen Poquette American Merchant Marine Library Assoc. Adele Bowyer
U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter | AUGUST 2026 | 49 Chalmette Battlefield Patricia Gallagher Correct Use of the Flag Lillian Steward Electronic Communication/Website Lorna Rankin Flora Adams Darling Daughters Taryn Kennedy Junior Membership Sandra Lawton Lineage and Historical Records Margaret Skrivseth Long Range Planning Maribeth Wilt-Seibert Markers and Grave Locations Suzanne King Membership Ora Jane Johnson National Headquarters Faye Phillips Old Fort Niagara Sandra Johnson Patriotic Education Robin Hurwitz Preservation of St. Michael and All Angels Church Connie Grund President National’s Project Mary Clark Protocol Patricia Gallagher Real Daughters/Real Granddaughters Rebecca Speaker River Basin Battlefield Susan Mortiz Arnett Scholarship Julie Barnes Service to Veterans Barbara “Eve” Holder Star Spangled Banner Flag House Teresa Oyler Technology Enhancement Ann Waggaman The Spirit of 1812 Award Patricia Maclay Veterans Admin Center for Development and Civic Engagement Mary Ann Loss Associate Council General Chairman Faye Phillips Introduced the Associate Council Committee: Asst General Chairman Mary Mortimer Awards Luncheon Deanna Lutz Credentials/Registration/Reservations Victoria Kinnear Credentials/Registration/Reservations Assistant Lora McDaniels National Defense Banquet Mary Mortimer Pages Rachel Norman Protocol Patricia Gallagher Tellers Roberta Everling, Natalie Ardoline Timekeeper Helene Werner Page Chairman Rachel Norman Introduced the Pages Serving Associate Council: Leena Hoffman–Dist of Columbia (Personal Page to President National) Alexandra Boozier–District of Columbia Aryssa Damron–District of Columbia Megan Kennedy–District of Columbia Rebekah Pearson–District of Columbia Judy Lynn Turner–Texas Fran D’Amico–New York Sandra Johnson–New York Taryn Kennedy–Pennsylvania Susan Barry–Texas President National Sesma thanked them for their service and noted that Eddie Schmidt again sent a generous donation to offset some Page expenses in memory of his daughter, Felicia Witt. The following State Presidents in Attendance Reported: AZ – Mary Jane Forsythe AR – Jerrie Townsend for Sheila Beatty CO – Mary Clark CT – Sarah M. Bleasdale-Coleman FL – Laura Allen GA – L. Elaine Thames IL – Anne Marie Sears KY – Karen Adams MI – Barbara Allison MS – Jill Taylor NJ – Beatrice A. Boyce NM – Lanita Harris NY – Carol McQuinn NC – Laura C. Edwards OH – Heather Reichart SC – Mary Armstrong TN – Wanda Taylor VA – Cheryl Davis WV – Patricia McKown Goodwin Recess at 5:12 pm EST. Reconvene President National Cher Sesma reconvened Associate Council at 9:00 a.m. EST on April 3. Chaplain National Kay Tatum gave the invocation. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America was led by First Vice President National Dr. Sandra Wallis. The National Anthem was sung in unison. The American’s Creed was led by Second Vice President National Dr. Sarah Voll. The Salute to the Flag of 1812 was led by Third Vice President National Dr. Kimberly Nagy. The Purposes of the National Society were read by Fourth Vice President National Beverly Sterling-Affinati. Credentials Committee Chairman Victoria Kinnear Gave the Final Report of the Credentials Committee: Officers National – 12 Honorary Presidents National – 1 Honorary Vice Presidents National – 4 Chairmen Nat’l, Standing Committees – 12 Past State Presidents – 13 State Officers – 24 Chapter Presidents – 1 Chapter and State Delegates – 13 Total Number Entitled to Vote – 88 Alternates – 0 Parliamentarian – 1 Sergeant-at-Arms – 1 Members – 97 Guests – 1 Total Number Not Voting – 9 Total Number in Attendance – 98 The final report was adopted. The State President reports continued: AR – Kimberley Stout for Sheila Beatty LA – Lora McDaniel New Business Treasurer National Joanne Baum presented the budget. First Vice President National Wallis moved that all the acts of the Executive Committee and business conducted by them from the period of October 8, 2025 to April 3, 2026, including all business conducted during elec-
50 | AUGUST 2026 | U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter tronic meetings, be affirmed, ratified, and approved by the members and made effective as official actions of the organization. The motion was seconded and adopted Parliamentarian National Leininger read the Associate Council Standing Rules 8 and 9 pertaining to debate. Section 8: In order to obtain the floor to present or debate a motion, a voting member must go to the microphone, address the chair, state her name, and wait to be recognized before speaking. Section 9: All main motions and amend- ments offered from the floor shall be submit- ted in writing on a motion form, signed by the proposer and the seconder (both of whom shall be voters), and immediately upon pre- sentation, be sent to the Presiding Officer. Debate shall be limited to two minutes for each speaker upon each question. No member may speak more than twice to the same ques- tion on the same day without permission of the Assembly, granted by a two-thirds vote without debate. No member may speak a sec- ond time on the same question until all who wish to speak have done so. Recording Secretary National Townsend read the recommendations from the October Board of Directors meeting. Recommendation #1 from the Finance Committee Budget and Finance Chairman Joanne Baum reported and presented recommendations from the Finance Committee that the pro- posed N.S.U.S.D. 1812 budget for 2026 be approved. The Board of Directors recommend adoption of the N.S.U.S.D. 1812 Budget for 2026. Motion adopted. Recommendation #1 That the Niagara Frontier Chapter #10 New N.S.U.S.D. 1812 134th Associate Council Minutes Held April 3, 2026 York be approved to disband. Motion adopted. Recommendation #2 hat the Micajah Fort Chapter #310 Texas be approved to disband. Motion adopted. Recommendation #3 That the General Zachary Taylor Chapter #58 Kentucky be approved to disband. Motion adopted. Recommendation #4 That the use of our National Insignia on the State Society of Texas United States Daughters of 1812 Freeman Custis historical marker in Texarkana, Texas be approved. Motion adopted. Recommendation #5 That a scholarship pin to be worn on the official ribbon be approved. Motion adopted. Recording Secretary National Townsend read the recommendations from the Board of Management. Recommendation #1 That a new chapter of the National Society United States Daughters of 1812 be orga- nized as Rio de Las Paz Chapter #510 in Haines City (Polk County) Florida with Hannah Dennis as Organizing Chapter President. Motion adopted. Recommendation #2 That a new chapter of the National Society United States Daughters of 1812 be organized as John Graham Parkison Chapter #511 in Jasper County, Indiana with Kathy Parkison as Organizing Chapter President. Motion adopted. Recommendation #3 That use of our National Insignia on the State of Texas Society United States Daughters of 1812 Zebulon Pike historical marker in San Antonio, Texas be approved. Motion adopted. Dr. Wallis, Mrs. Baum, and Mrs. Mansur reported for the Library Committee. Mrs. Baum gave a report on Hamilton Jewelers. Parliamentarian National Leininger read Article IX, Section 1b of the National Bylaws regarding election of a National Headquarters Endowment Trust Fund Committee Member to serve a three-year term. Victoria Kinnear, Chairman of the Nominating Committee presented the report and nominated Jana Lee Brophey of Wisconsin for a three-year term. There were no other nominations. Motion adopted. Parliamentarian National Leininger read Article III, Section 2 regarding the election of Honorary Vice Presidents National. Kentucky endorsed and nominated Jessieanne Wells for the Honorary Vice President National position for Kentucky. The nomination was seconded and adopted. Maryland endorsed and nominated Joanne Cecil Brown for the Honorary Vice President National position for Maryland. The nomina- tion was seconded and adopted. South Carolina endorsed and nominated Mary Armstrong for the Honorary Vice President National position for South Carolina. The nomination was seconded and adopted. President National Sesma sashed and pinned Mary Armstrong. She was escorted to the table with the other Honorary Vice Presidents National. The sash and pin will be mailed to Joanne Brown and Jessieanne Wells. President National Sesma instructed that donation forms be returned to Asst. Treasurer Sarah Farmer. First Vice President Sandra Wallis received and presented the physical gifts received by the Society. Associate Council General Chairman Faye Phillips read the Courtesy Resolutions and gave the announcements. The pages retired the colors. Chaplain National Kay Tatum gave the lunch blessing and the benediction. The 134th Associate Council adjourned at 10:15 a.m. EST. ~Jerrie Townsend Recording Secretary National
U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter | AUGUST 2026 | 51 continued on next page OFFICERS NATIONAL REPORTS 134th ASSOCIATE COUNCIL APRIL 2026 President National Cheryl “Cher” Miller Sesma Since my last report in October 2025, your President National has been busy traveling to the states to visit members. In January, she participated in the Battle of New Orleans events with National Officers Dr. Sandra Wallis, 4th Vice President National Beverly Sterling-Affinati, Treasurer National Joanne Baum, Corresponding Secretary National Dena Green, Librarian National Bonnie Dybalski and MD State President Victoria Kinnear. She and 1st Vice President Sandra Wallis laid a wreath at the memorial in Jackson Square and at the Chalmette Battlefield. At the memorial she was interviewed by a local television station and appeared on their 11 o’clock news program. At the Battlefield, shespoke on the significance of the Battle to the War of 1812 and to the Daughters. Chalmette Chapter President Chrisine Zazulak and Patricia Gallagher, 1812 Chalmette National Chairman did an excellent job coordinating events. At the Battlefield we were able to visit the flag pole the Daughters, placed and participated and they lowered the flag and placed another. It was a very moving day. Our last evening there, the Louisiana daughters hosted a beautiful dinner at Galatoire’s.Lynda Moreau presented the Society a first edition book that Bonnie will tell you about in her report. If you ever have the chance to attend, please do. February 6th and 7th found her in Howey in Hills at the Florida State Conference. It was a wonderful event held at the Mission resort and spa. State President, Laura Allen send a driver to pick her up at the airport who was holding a sign with her name on it as she descended the escalator. She felt like a movie star.The meeting was very nice and the banquet was won- derful. It was nice to see old friends. February 20th through the 23 she attended the Texas state Conference in Temple. It was her first time being assigned an ensign instead of a page. He did a great job. She was given a cow- girl hat and was made an adopted Texan. State President Kellie Matheiu gave her a gift basket full of goodies and Texas wine. It was a wonderful event. The names of the meals were fun Circle of Shipmates – Friday, Andrew Jackson breakfast, Dolley Madison Luncheon and Star Spangled Banner Banquet. She was honored to install the incoming state officers. On the 23rd the Daughters of the Republic of Texas President General, Ora Jane Johnson invited your President, who is an asso- ciate member to their headquarters in Austin for a special tour. She was greeted by Todd the traveling bear, President Johnson and two docents. The museum is beautiful and chronicles the his- tory of Texas. It was a fun trip. On February 27-28 your President was the guest of the Nevada Daughters at their state conference. More goodies and more wine. State President Jillian Mueller was the best tour guide. She was chauffeured around Las Vegas and treated to a fabulous meeting at the Canyon Gate Country club. The speaker, Richard Haines was very interesting. He spoke on the Battle of New Orleans. He is a Spirit of 1812 awardee. It was a lovely venue and a beautiful day. From Las Vegas, she flew to Jackson, MS on March 1-4 for the Mississippi State Conference at the Country Club of Jackson. Jill Taylor state president and her husband, were hosts at two deli- cious restaurants in the area. The Mississippi daughters were wel- coming and supportive. Your President was able to sneak in a short trip to Laurel to see the town. No Ben and Erin but it was a fun excursion. From Jackson, she flew on March 7-9 to Spartanburg, where gracious hostess State President Mary Armstrong provided tour services. Picking your President up at the hotel and a short tour of Cowpens Battlefield. The Piedmont Club was beautiful venue for their meeting. A real SC charmer. It was wonderful to meet the South Carolina ladies. Again, they were so welcoming. March 13-14 found her in Columbia, MO at the Missouri State Conference. She was escorted by Jane Smith State Corresponding Secretary and Margaret Carr Honorary State President. Columbia is the home of the University of Missouri and is such a cute little town. The meetings were held at the Hilton Garden Hotel in Columbia. The evening of arrival Mrs.Smith hosted a dinner for some of her chapter members and members that had arrived early. President Sally Bueno asked each chapter to bring something from their area of MO to donate to a gift basket for your President. It was so heavy two ladies could not lift it. President Bueno makes her meetings fun and enjoyable. And hearing all the work these ladies do was astounding. After the meeting, Mrs. Smith and Mrs. Carr took your President on a tour of the University where she took a picture with the Beetle Baily sculpture and the University Tiger mascot. There was also a tour of downtown Columbia. Your President has truly e
52 | AUGUST 2026 | U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter who will be completing the waterproofing of the exterior of the basement bricks upon approval and permits from the District Building Department. Faye has been diligently working on this. She will go into more detail in her report. As you know, Hamilton has decided to exit the insignia division of their company. Your President and Treasurer have been work- ing to secure a new company. Hamilton will sell back their exist- ing stock to us at a reduced price which we have decided is a good price. If you have an outstanding order, they will ship it if they have the pin in stock. If they do not, they will refund your money. Our Treasurer will have more information on this in her report under new business. One of your President’s goals was to reopen the Library / Mu- seum on a regular basic. She appointed a library committee of 1st Vice President Sandra Wallis, Treasurer, Joanne Baum and Curator Linda Mansur. They are in the process of implementing a schedule to have the library open two days a week. They will be reporting on this under new business. Curator Linda Mansur has created a scholarship pin that can be purchased with a $100 donation and worn on the official ribbon. We asked J. Brandt Recognition in Ft. Worth, TX to cast the pin. They have made a sample. As soon as it is approved, we will begin manufacturing them. When they are available, we will make an announcement. It is truly and honor to serve the Society as your President National. First VP National Sandra R. Wallis This first Vice President National is very honored to continue to work on behalf of the National Society and the Sesma Administration. One responsibility for this officer is to be a liaison from the National Society to selected states. She works with the states of New Mexico, Montana, Arizona, Nevada, Utah, Arkansas, Colorado, California, Louisiana, and Florida. In addition, she assisted New Hampshire in finalizing its chartering. She is pleased to report that the new New Hampshire State Society was chartered in August. She and President National Cher Sesma attended the chartering and enjoyed a very pleasant visit with the New Hampshire Daughters and New Hampshire President Trish Jackson. The Vice President has also responded to questions and requests from her assigned states. She was happy to assist the California Society in navigating an unexpected officer change. This officer enjoys assisting President National Cher Sesma in a variety of ways. She assisted in giving tours of Headquarters for members and guests attending the DAR Congress in June and will do so again this June. She worked with the President National on various projects at Headquarters following the Fall Board meet- ing. In addition, she worked with the DC Society on this year’s tea during Associate Council. One task was arranging the luncheon following last October’s Fall Board meeting at our beautiful headquarters. She also arranged what would have been a wonderful tour of the Army Museum at Fort Belvoir, but unfortunately, the tour was canceled due to the Federal Government shut down. An impromptu tour of the White House Historical Society exhibit was arranged for those who could attend. This is a wonderful site if you need something to do in your free time. She is presently working with the New York Society and the Celea Sampson Cole Chapter on the October Fall Board Meeting which will be held in New York State and will feature a trip to Old Fort Niagara. Mark your calendar now for October 13 and 14, 2026. A highlight of this past year was assisting President National Cher Sesma in achieving her goal of opening our marvelous library and museum to the public and to the community at large. Beginning next week, the library and museum will be open two Wednesdays and two Saturdays a month. Thanks go to Maryland and DC daughters for providing volunteer docents. If you would like to volunteer, please see this officer! Another highlight of the past year was attending the marvelous Jackson Day festivities in New Orleans in January. The Chalmette Chapter and Louisiana State Society were gracious hostesses and planned a wonderful experience. Thank you for the honor of serving as 1st Vice President National in this administration. It is a pleasure to work on behalf of our beloved Society Second VP National Dr. Sarah Voll This officer is privileged to serve as the liaison to the state soci- eties of Alabama, Connecticut, Delaware, Georgia, Maine, Nebraska, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, South Carolina and Wisconsin. She contacts all of them each month to learn what concerns they would like to have brought to the attention of the Executive Committee and to catch up on what is happening in their states. She has enjoyed reading the descriptions of state and chapter activities as they mark graves, meet for interesting programs, and participate in re-enactments. Highlights from her liaisons include Alabama’s marking of the grave of Kenne
U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter | AUGUST 2026 | 53 continued on next page This officer was greatly disappointed to be unable to accept the invitation of the Pennsylvania State Society to their State Council Meeting. She had every intention of going but a last-minute fam- ily medical problem intervened. She attended the October Associate Council meeting and the monthly Zoom meetings with the other executive officers. She serves on the Finance Committee. Madam President National, it is an honor and pleasure to serve the Daughters of 1812 in your administration. Third VP National Kimberly Ormsby Nagy, MD She serves as the Board liaison to the states Minnesota, Kansas, Oklahoma, Washington, Indiana, Michigan, Missouri, North Carolina, Ohio, and Texas. She routinely contacts the State Presidents offering assistance and has assisted some with various queries. She is available to those states for any questions they may have, and is willing to travel if invited. Some highlights from her states include: Minnesota state chap- ter where members are very involved with the VA health care system as well as providing ROTC and JROTC medals. The 14 chapters of the Ohio Society are very active in preserving history through activi- ties at the Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Museum as well as at their 1812 historic sites at Fort Meigs and Perry’s Victory Memorial. Rhode Island is still working toward reorganizing their state soci- ety, and Indiana plans to charter a chapter next month. She attended her state’s fall meeting in September as well as the Annual meeting in March. At the state annual meeting, she pre- sented a program on Dartmoor Prison and the Church of St. Michael and All Angels. This Officer is willing and able to present this program to other states if asked. One of the more routine duties of this position is monitoring the voicemail at headquarters. Most members’ queries are answered with a simple check of the website and calls are returned with the appropriate information, or the message is passed along to the appropriate officer or chairman. This Officer has participated in all executive board meetings and has attended the fall board meeting this past October. It is a pleasure to serve in the Sesma administration. Fourth VP National Beverly Sterling-Affinati 2026: This officer is the liaison for the states of MA, OR, WV, WY, DC, KY, MS, MD, IL, VA and TN. This officer is registered for the April Associate Council, and Tea. In February, this officer informed State Presidents of an open- ing on the National Headquarters Endowment Trust Fund and also reminded them Associate Council will be held April 2 - 4, 2026 at the Georgetown Marriott. In January, this Officer attended the 211th Commemoration of the Battle of New Orleans event in Louisiana. Chalmette Chapter President Christine Zazulak, and Louisiana Daughters, did an amazing job preparing for 2026 activities, and arrangements for all Daughters planning to visit. The National Society United States Daughters 1812 was well represented. Our stay began at the Wyndham Hotel located in the French Quarter of the city. January 8th was a full schedule with Daughters assembling at the Cabildo in preparation of a Flag Ceremony and Wreath Laying at Jackson Square 9:30 am. A Processional parade kicked off the ceremony, with PN Sesma representing the National Society. Chalmette Chapter president Christine Zazulak as well as PN Sesma gave opening remarks. Following the ceremony we were bused to the Chalmette Battlefield for a Wreath Laying ceremony held there. A reception at Jackson Barracks followed. Lunch was sponsored by both the Chalmette Chapter, Daughters of 1812 and the Sons of the War of 1812, Louisiana. It was an honor to meet for the first time Tennessee Daughter Fairy Ward Waters, and see so many other friends in attendance. The next day we were free to tour the city, and spent the final evening at Galatoire’s Restaurant on Bourbon Street. 2025: On November 6, she attended the State of NY Society’s Board of Directors Meeting held in Waterloo NY, at the Lux hotel. While in Waterloo, NY Daughters toured the Seneca Falls Historical Society, chartered in 1896 by local historians. They have a beautiful collection of 1812 artifacts and are located at Becker Mansion on Cayuga Street. Official business of the State of NY Society was conducted. This Officer, who is also a State Chaplain, assisted with the memorial service held for NY Daughter, Carrolyn Ann Davies who passed away on 10/14/25. Her 1812 membership was # 28361. Lunch was enjoyed by all of the women present representing various lineage groups. In October, this officer did attend the Fall National BOD meet- ing and stayed at Headquarters from Sunday thru Tuesday over the Columbus Day holiday (10/13), helping to de-sleeve grave marking binders on one of the day’s in attendance. The other days were filled with volunteer activities in preparation of Monday’s Fall BOD meeting. She also assisted with the catering packages w
54 | AUGUST 2026 | U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter across two chapters. They have two events on their immediate horizon. Mar. 17 they will have held their State Council in Bloomfield, KY as well as a grave marking a few days later. State President Karen Adams says they are seeking to expand their pres- ence by establishing additional chapters throughout the state. At their Fall meeting, topics included recruiting new members, marking of veterans’ graves and historic sites. On January 8, Tennessee Daughters attended the Battle of New Orleans wreath laying ceremony at the Hermitage, in Nashville [TN]. State President Wanda Taylor laid a wreath on Rachel Jackson’s Grave at that event. The State of TN shared many pho- tos with this officer. State President, Taylor indicated members have been busy. Their state council was held in March. West Virginia Daughters collected $1912 toward the President National’s $1812 Scholarship, and because of their Facebook page they were able to pick up 10 new members. A primary goal of the WV Daughters is to publish a book honoring the War of 1812 ancestors buried in West Virginia. State President Pat Goodwin attended the Captain James Gibson Chapter meeting and enjoyed meeting Connie Harold Uy, the National Chair of Fort McHenry, who presented an informative program titled ‘O Say Can You See… Fort McHenry.’ Virginia State President Cheryl Davis indicated VA Daughters were well represented last Fall during the re-interment of James Monroe’s Daughter from France to Hollywood cemetery in Richmond (alongside her parents). She shared several photos with this officer. Wyoming State Society is gearing up for their 2026 state coun- cil, and will select a nominating committee to complete a slate of officers for the new 2027 administration. State President Susan Haines indicated they have 58 members, along with two chapters. Wyoming Daughters are very dedicated and professional women who are proud members of our Society. State President Victoria Kinnear said the Maryland Society and its five chapters remain strong, active, and growing. They con- tinue to offer an array of engaging programs while performing meaningful community service throughout the state. The Anchor is their state newsletter. It keeps MD Daughters well informed about activities and accomplishments across its chapters. It is an honor to serve during the Sesma administration. Corresponding Secretary National Dena C. Green This officer has participated in the monthly executive board meetings throughout the year. Email correspondence to national board members has been minimal since the Associate Council. This officer has worked on updates for the Handbook and will continue to work to make the document current. Several members have needed updates to their addresses. A couple inquiries about receiving the News-Letter were made, because they were not receiving it. Upon researching their infor- mation in the database, it was discovered that their record was checked “no” for the News-Letter. State leaders are encouraged to have their local chapter officers to check the records to ensure that their members are receiving the News-Letter if they want to receive it. Mailing veteran markers has been the biggest project for this officer. Since the first of this year, nine markers have been mailed to chapters. Several more have been approved. Chaplain National Kay Tatum This officer receives the Necrology notices from the State Treasurers. A courtesy receipt of confirmation is returned to the Treasurer. A Necrology report appears semiannually in the Daughters of 1812 Newsletter. Since our last Memorial of April 2025, 124 member deaths have been reported, including 41 members over 90 years old, and three Honorary Vice Presidents National. The Honorary Vice Presidents National were each honored with a memorial presented by the following: •Mary Edward Little, Honorary Vice President National MD, pre- sented by Vice President National, Sandra Wallis •Eula “Frances” Reeves Jeffcoat, Honorary Vice President National SC, presented by South Carolina State Society President, Mary Armstrong •Ruth Green Korzenborn, Honorary Vice President National, KY, presented by Corresponding Secretary National, Dena Green Meeting on Easter weekend in 2026, the annual memorial was conducted on Good Friday morning, April 3, 2026, at the Georgetown Marriott Hotel, Washington D.C. Julie Wood Barnes presented the special music. 18 State Societies participated in honoring their members whose deaths were reported this year. President National Sesma graciously represented the States with- out representation. This officer attended the October 2025 fall board meeting in Washington DC., held at the U.S. Daughters of 1812 Headquarters. It is an honor and a privilege to serve in the Sesma administration. Recording Secretary Jerrie Townsend As I was unable to attend our meetings in October, 2025, min- utes for the Executive Board and Board of Directors were pre- pared by Linda Man
U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter | AUGUST 2026 | 55 continued next page Curator Linda L. Mansur We received the items from the Vermont Historical Society Museum in June and two of the items are now on display in the Museum. Worn by Captain Horace Bucklin Sawyer, this is a beau- tiful naval coat and hat. Captain Sawyer served aboard the USS Constitution during the War of 1812. These items were originally loaned to the Museum by the Vermont Society back in 1920. The Curator Committee is in the process of considering a pro- posed donation of a military dress sword believed to be War of 1812 era. This committee takes the donation process very seri- ously to make sure our museum stays focused on War of 1812 related items. In June, several original land grant deeds and state and chapter early photos were scanned. Archival material has been ordered to ensure they are adequately preserved. Please continue to look for ways to preserve and protect War of 1812 era documents and items in your respective states. A trifold brochure on our National Headquarters is being final- ized to have available in our Library and Museum. Madam President National, it is a pleasure to serve in your administration. Treasurer National Joanne Baum This officer has attended all Executive Committee meetings and meetings of the National Headquarters Endowment Trust Fund, along with our Fall Board Meeting. She has recorded all receipts and disbursements, prepared periodic financial reports and ensured compliance with annual IRS and District of Columbia reporting and other legal documents. Cash basis financial reports have been prepared for the year ended December 31, 2025. Other reports and analyses were pre- pared throughout the year for specific purposes and submitted to the President National. Cash and certificates of deposit reported on the statement of Assets and Net Assets (cash basis) as of December 31, 2025, total $841,912.74. At that same date, the market value of our endowment fund investments was $1,335,481.70. The statement of Receipts and Disbursements of Unrestricted Funds (cash basis) for the twelve months ended December 31 reports an excess of disbursements over receipts of $1,333.50. Not too bad, considering our utility costs continue to rise, and we have had some repairs to the properties. As of December 31, 2025, $416,963.66 of net assets is desig- nated for specific purposes. Funds raised for others are 14% of the total, while 26% are funds held for our restoration of our properties. The Society’s 2024 IRS Form 990 was filed on a timely basis. The 2025 Form is in progress. Our Auditor reviewed the account- ing records in early March and found no issues. This officer wishes to thank the Simon Bradford Chapter and the Arkansas State Society for their generous donations to the scholarship fund. Each of these groups donated $1,812.00 to fund one scholarship and they encourage other chapters and states to match their donation. This officer wishes to thank the State and Chapter Treasurers for their work. These officers have important responsibilities and trust within our Society. They are often the sole point of contact for inac- tive members each year. Their efforts are greatly appreciated. Treasurer National Assistant Ann Waggaman This appointed officer assisted Treasurer National Joanne Baum upon requested. She also updated Life Membership dona- tions as they were received by the Assistant Treasurer National for Donations. Various parts of the Treasurer’s Module were updated to make things work more smoothly and any necessary changes were made to accommodate the needs of the Society. Member questions were answered promptly when sent to tech- nology@USDaughters1812.org and some chapters and states were assisted with their dues processing. Please remember to include your chapter computer code, your national number and a telephone number when contacting this appointed officer with dues module questions, many times it is quicker and easier call and discuss a problem when we are both looking at our computers. The Magic Bunny is always available to the Treasurer National! Registrar National Laura T. Allen Since returning from Annual Council in April I have processed 177 applications. Keep up the good work! All members are the best ambassadors for our phenomenal organization. I am always surprised how many people don’t even know we exist. Our organi- zation covers 31 years of service. The Guidelines have been updated and are available on the national website. In addition to tweaking the guidelines, I also presented a Zoom presentation to go over how to fill out the appli- cation, where to find service, and to make sure the service is cor- rect. This presentation was attended by 100 people. We had more than that sign up. An enormous amount of gratitude goes to Brittany Jenkins for being my co-host that evening. She handled all the questions in the chat box to help move the presentation along quickly. If there is interest, I can do another pre
56 | AUGUST 2026 | U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter Registrar National Assistant Karen Markey Janczy Since the report given at the 2025 Fall Board of Directors Meeting, and as of March 15, 2026, Fifty-two (52) supplementals have been received and reviewed. Of that number, Fifty-one (51) were approved and one (1) was returned. The breakdown of sup- plementals is as follows: AL-1; DC-1; FL-3; IN-4;LA-5; MO-7; MT-1; OH-6; SC-4; TN-8; TX-8; VA-4 Of these, forty (40) were New Ancestors. No Junior Member or MAL Applications were received during this period. In addition five Organizing Chapter Member Applications for Rio de la Paz Chapter No. 510 in Florida were received and approved. One new ancestor was included. The National Numbers assigned were 37885-37888, and . All checks have been mailed to Treasurer National Joanne Baum, and copies of the approved papers mailed to the State. It has been a pleasure serving in the Sesma Administration. Librarian National Bonnie Dybalski This Officer would like to thank our membership for their enthusi- astic support of our Library by donating books, touring the museum, and sending monetary donations. The Library Wish List The list is outdated quickly. The latest update in September began with 11 titles and has already received requests for seven of them have selected. Please contact this Officer with questions and requests. This Officer would greatly appreciate more local regional, state, and county titles which document soldiers and civil servants who provided service during the 1794-1815 time period. Members can check local and state historical and genealogy society websites for bibliographies. To ensure credit for your dona- tion, please send your book donation forms to librarian@usdaugh- ters1812.org rather than the Librarian National’s personal email and wait for confirmation that your book title is approved along with mail- ing instructions before sending your book donation. As of October 1, this Librarian National has received 24 books and two newspapers published in 1814. Following Associate Council, Honorary President National Charlotte Slinkard presented a copy of a new book she authored about the Girardeau family who settled the area in what is present day Missouri. The Library and Museum were open for visitors following the 133nd Associate Council in April and during D.A.R. Continental Congress in June. For other times, the Library and Museum are open by appointment only. Come by the museum and let this Officer know which items are your favorite. Finally, I am excited to report that Kathy de Jonge, Librarian, Rappahannock Chapter, Virginia located the book The Prisoners' Memoirs, or Dartmoor Prison (1818) at an antique store in Virginia. State President Dr. Cheryl Davis presented the book at the end of this Officer’s report. Historian National Ella Wright Guaqueta The Historian National completed the second part of The Iconic History of Our Navy to 1815, which was published in the August 2025 edition of the 1812~Newsletter to commemorate our Navy’s 250th anniversary. She appreciates our editor, Linda Anderson, for her help and the many kind remarks she has received on the articles. Currently, she is working on Part II of the From Sea to Shining Sea series on the growth of the United States during our ancestor years of 1794 to 1815. The article for the February edi- tion considers the impact of the Zebulon Pike Expeditions. This officer attended the August Workshop for the Texas Society U.S.D. 1812 in Temple, TX. She is currently working on placing a historical marker for the Texas Society U.S.D. 1812 for the Freeman-Custis Red River Expedition in Texarkana, TX. The Freeman-Custis Red River Expedition progressed through the present-day states of Mississippi, Louisiana, Arkansas, and Texas to Oklahoma. She is also working on digitization projects for National, the Texas Society and her chapter. She has begun receiving yearbooks. She looks forward to the reports from chapters and states that will be arriving. Keep up the excellent work! She has received 2 requests for History Awards and encourages our groups to propose others. The Outstanding Teacher of American History award is also available to recognize accomplishment in your communities. I enjoy promoting our his- tory through our many events and thank those who have invited me to join them in their fine work. I regret when I cannot share the moment with you, as I admire your valuable and creative work for our society. It is a pleasure to serve our Society and our President National Cheryl Miller Sesma. Parliamentarian National Susan Leininger This officer has been pleased to assist the Sesma administration at the National Board of Management and Associate Council, as well as the monthly Executive Board meetings. She has promptly answered ques- tions regarding bylaws and parliamentary procedure from state soci- eties as well as from individual chapters. Madam President National, it is a pleasure to serve in your adminis
U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter | AUGUST 2026 | 57 The grand opening of our library on June 27th during Continental Congress was a wonderful success. The program was “Meet the Presi- dent National.” We had 34 ladies brave the heat to tour the library, museum and headquarters. Not only did we have members attend but also pro- spective members. Ladies from FL, CO, MT, WY, OH, NY, TX, GA, NE, TN, DC, NJ, and NV were in attendance. Librarian Bonnie Dybalski, conducted tours in the library/museum while Registrar Laura Allen provided tours of our Headquarters. Your President National also gave tours. The attendees were very im pressed with our two historic homes. They all said how friendly and helpful we all were. The library opened earlier in May with a program on “Beginning Geneaology/Do You Have An 1812 Ancestor. That program was also well attended and some Neighborhood people attended. Grand Opening of the N.S.U.S.D. Library and Museum President National Cher Sesma Hosts “Meet the President National” A special thank you to First Vice President Dr. Sandra Wallis for asking for volunteers to man the library on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 10-2. Members from VA, MD and DC answered the call. Dr. Wallis also provided training for the volun- teers. We hope to keep the library open for research and tours. In addition, Dr. Wallis sent out flyers to Logan Circle, Thomas Circle and Dupont Circle advertising our programs and hours of operation. There is also a sign that was posted on the library fence with the library hours and a QR code for additional information. In the future we plan to have periodic sympo- siums approximately every six months. This has been one of your President National’s wishes for quite some time and Dr. Wallis and Mrs. Dybalski made it come true.
58 | AUGUST 2026 | U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter 2026 STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS 134TH ASSOCIATE COUNCIL APRIL 2026 American Merchant Marine Library Committee Adele Bowyer This Chairman prepared the Letter for website for the collection of items and monetary donations to the American Merchant Marine Library. The award certificates will be presented at the Awards Luncheon. This chairman would like to thank State Presidents and State Committee Chairman for their outstanding work on behalf of this committee. It has been this chairman’s pleasure to serve as Chairman National of the American Merchant Marine Library Committee in the Sesma Administration. Ancestor Plaque Kathleen Chambers-Poquette It is most rewarding to see the enthusiasm with which Daughters have embraced the challenge of remembering and honoring their War of 1812 ancestors. In 2024 thirteen ances- tors were honored. This year the number grew to twenty-eight: Samuel Ady MD; Lansing Bailey NY; David Bevier NY; Eliphalet Bumpus MA; William Carlton OH; Archealous Craft NC; William Goode VA; Isaac Grant NH; John Livingston Hadley TN; Benjamin Jones VA; Allan Landon VA; John Lee NC; Andrew Lower TN; George McCance Sr. PA; Thomas McFerrin SC; Thomas Miles PA; Samuel Vance NY; James Vance NY; Isaiah Parsons SC; Ensign John Purifoy GA; Jacob Ridenour OH; Seneca Rider NY; Benjamin Selman TX; Larkin Shepherd NC; James Asbury Tait GA; Littleberry Thurman KY; John Vining MA; Adam Zumwalt MO. You, too, can honor your ancestor by adding his (or her) name to the Ancestor Plaque wall located in the third floor of the Headquarters Building. Look on the National Website under “Ancestor Plaque” to find information regarding making the appropriate donation. It is to be hoped that next year’s report can say that the Daughters again more than doubled the number of Ancestor Honorees. Audit Committee Melissa H. Fischer The paper and electronic files of the past year produced by Treasurer National Mrs. Baum were reviewed on 11 March 2026. The records are in excellent order with all transactions being justified with notes and receipts. In addition, bank records were reviewed to further confirm transactions. It appears that the records and reports accurately represent the financial state of the Society. Chalmette Battlefield Patricia Gallagher This Chalmette committee chairman is delighted to report that I have received reports from sixteen societies. They have been gen- erous with their contributions, with their programs, and with their visits to the battlefield. Several chapters have given detailed reports on their ancestors who fought in the battle. Several state chairmen have reported that there were “No Reports” from their chapters, but I appreciate the state chairman for sending in no report this lets us all know that the chairman in the states are mak- ing an effort to communicate to the society about this committee and other committees as well. There is always an open invitation to all membership to attend the Chalmette Battlefield celebration on January 8th. You can mark your calendar rain or shine they have the ceremony. The Chalmette chapter is continuously active in the participation of all activities including placing wreaths at Jackson Square and at the Chalmette Battlefield at the monument built by the US Daughters of 1812. Special recognition goes to the following states for out- standing reports Texas, Georgia, Missouri. Also, to states that have made donations I encourage all state committees, chairman to continue to encourage your members to learn and to read and educate themselves about the Chalmette Battlefield in the history of our nation and our organization. The awards are presented on behalf of donations given to the battlefield committee outstanding programs, the number of members visiting the battlefield and the states with the most chapters, and the overall outstanding report. The Louisiana society and the Chalmette chapter reported their pleasure and honor to have had the President National and several of her national offices attend the Chalmette ceremony of January 8, 2026. It has been a pleasure to serve in this chairmanship and especially under and the administration of Cher Sesma. Electronic Imaging Kelly M. Scarff It has been a privilege to continue serving in the Sesma Administration this past year. The opportunity to contribute to the ongoing success of our organization is truly appreciated. This Chairman recently received positive feedback from one of our daughters, who expressed appreciation for the clarity and user-friendly nature of the guidelines and directives available on the national website. She highlighted how these resources were straightforward and easy to understand, remarking that she wished other organizations would adopt a similarly streamlined approach. Based on this feedback, this Chairman is currently working on a solution to facilitate this distribution and ensure chapters can benefit from these resources.
U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter | AUGUST 2026 | 59 continued next page The Chairman remains committed to supporting President National Sesma in all possible ways and looks forward to serving the organization in the coming year. Endowment Mary C. Armstrong As of December 31, 2025, the balance in the National Head- quarters Endowment Trust Fund stood at $1,335,481.70, held entirely in the Society’s Vanguard account. This is an increase of about $140,000 from last year. Even with this increase, the Committee reached a consensus to maintain the current invest- ment strategy. Given the significant volatility experienced in the financial markets over the past year, the Committee believes it is prudent to continue with the approach that has served the Society well. Stability and preservation of assets remain the priority dur- ing uncertain market conditions. The Committee acknowledges the generosity of the member- ship. During 2025, eighteen State Societies contributed a total of $1,382.00 to the Endowment Trust Fund. Funding was approved this past year for several important pro- jects benefiting both historic houses. These included: •Waterproofing of the front wall •Additional repairs in the laundry room •Replacement of landscaping •Installation of a new hot water heater •Installation of a surge protector These improvements support the long-term preservation and functionality of our properties. This Chairman extends sincere appreciation to Carla Riley, Shirley Arndt, President National Sesma, and Treasurer National Baum for their dedicated service. This Chairman will be coming off the Committee during this Associate Council. It has been an honor to serve the Society in this capacity, and I am grateful for the oppor- tunity to contribute to the stewardship of our national assets. Historical Landmarks Stacy J. Ferrel Introduction and New Online Submission Portal Many of you may have noticed an exciting new feature on the member’s landing page at usdaughters1812.org. A new online portal streamlines the historic marker request process, enabling chapters and state societies to submit requests directly through a user-friendly digital interface. Upon accessing the portal, users select the appropriate request type from the available options. These include marking a historic site, rededicating an existing marker, or submitting information for a previously marked site to be added to the database. The sub- mission form requires key data points, including the location and address of the site, its historical significance, GPS coordinates, the chapter or state society name, relevant historical dates, and other additional supporting details. Several fields are mandatory for successful submission and are marked with an asterisk. Requests that are complete, accurate, and well-documented are processed and approved more effi- ciently. The portal also provides dedicated sections for uploading supporting materials, such as photographs, permission letters, and other relevant documentation. We ask that photographs are carefully taken with the clearest image of the marker and its inscription. Once submitted, each request is placed in queue for review. Upon approval, by this Chairman, the marker information is pop- ulated into the U.S.D. 1812 Historic Marker Database. This cen- tralized, searchable resource will enhance accessibility for chapters and state societies pursuing new marker installations or rededications. Special recognition is extended to Ann Waggeman for her dedi- cated efforts in establishing and troubleshooting the creation of the database. Her ongoing assistance in resolving issues, implementing corrections, and incorporating additions has been invaluable. Database Enhancement Initiative Concurrently with the rollout of the new submission process, efforts are underway to populate the database with all known U.S.D. 1812 historic markers nationwide. This Chairman has con- tacted most of the state societies to verify existing markers docu- mented at the national level and to identify additional markers which may be known only locally. The objective is to create a comprehensive, up-to-date, and accurate database encompassing markers across the United States. A fully searchable and current database will facilitate greater efficiency in identifying opportunities for new installa- tions and rededications. This comprehensive data entry and verification project is tar- geted for completion before the end of 2026, with the database rollout scheduled at the discretion of the President National. Notable Marker Dedication Ceremonies In May 2025, this Chairman attended the Georgia Society’s State Council meeting, followed by a marker dedication ceremony honoring Colonel Daniel Newnan. State Chairman Andrea Newton presented a detailed biography covering Colonel Newnan’s personal life and military service during the War of 1812. State President Elaine Thames and State Chairman Newton unveiled the historic marker, with wreaths laid in tribute. T
60 | AUGUST 2026 | U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter 2026 STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS 134TH ASSOCIATE COUNCIL APRIL 2026 chair can now announce that our society has secured a new ven- dor and we are feverishly working to bringing them online. We expect to be releasing company information and ordering proce- dures shortly, and to be fulfilling orders by a target date of September 1st, 2026. President National Sesma has pursued all avenues for a solu- tion. It is important to know that the rebuilding process will take a while as we work with a new vendor and navigate the rebuild- ing of our inventory and the creating of the new marketing tools. This chair has begun working with the new company and thus far they are a delight to work with. She believes that members will enjoy a new, revitalized Insignia experience. Despite the problems we encountered, 2025 was a banner year for Insignia sales. Daughters spent a total of $71,507.99 and were supportive and proud of their Insignia. Therefore, this Chairman added a 4th place Category this year to recognize more states across our nation. 1ST PLACE: Cat 1: NM; Cat 2: KY; Cat 3: CO; Cat 4: MO; Cat 5: GA 2ND PLACE: Cat 1: WI; Cat 2: AZ; Cat 3: AR; Cat 4: MD; Cat 5: FL 3RD PLACE: Cat 1: DE; Cat 2: NV; Cat 3: PA; Cat 4: NC; Cat 5: TX 4TH PLACE: Cat 1 Tie: KS/MA; Cat 2: CT; Cat 3: NY; Cat 4: SC; Cat 5: VA This Chairman is grateful to members for their patience as we weathered this season together. Your happy phone calls always lift my spirit. Your many, many emails offering encouragement and thanks for the help offered (albeit often inadequate) are printed and filed with my 1812 keepsakes. I recognize your joy of wearing your pins, I know that they represent your ancestors and your dedication and your service, and I am so sorry that once again we will not be able to quickly provide you with products. Know that we are working on a solution that will ultimately be more dependable and efficient, and that we all recognize the urgency of moving forward productively. It is my honor to serve with you, President National Sesma. I have witnessed once again your desire to provide quality insignia and trustworthy services and your dismay at this situation. You have followed the North Star, and we are fortunate for your stel- lar leadership. Lineage & Historical Records Margaret Skrivseth This Chairman National reports that no documents or other records were donated to the National library in 2025. This Chairman is pleased to report that activity in this committee increased in 2025 and many more states reported activity over Freeman-Custis Red River Expedition of 1806. Commissioned by President Thomas Jefferson following the Louisiana Purchase, the expedition aimed to chart the Red River, gather scientific data on the region, and assert American presence amid territorial uncer- tainties. Led by Thomas Freeman and Peter Custis, it yielded valu- able information on geography, flora, fauna, and indigenous peoples before encountering Spanish forces that halted its progress. The approved marker will be installed in Sheppard Park, City of Texarkana, serving as a lasting tribute to this important exploratory effort. Conclusion The introduction of the online marker request portal, combined with ongoing database development, represents a major advance- ment in the National Society’s historic preservation mission. These initiatives, alongside successful dedication ceremonies, underscore the continued commitment of chapters, state societies, and national leadership to honoring War of 1812-era patriots and events. This Chairman remains dedicated to supporting all marker- related activities and looks forward to completing the national database compilation as quickly as possible. Following the North Star and Respectfully submitted. . Insignia Vicki Aznoe The year 2025 was another challenging one for the Insignia Committee. As reported in February 2026, Hamilton Insignia’s service continued to be unstable. In March 2026, we were notified by Hamilton Insignia that they were closing up shop, and we were directed to promptly find another vendor to produce and provide our pins. Effective immediately, Hamilton Insignia is no longer accepting our orders online or by phone. This chairman realizes that Hamilton charged some members and did not fulfill orders. Earlier in this chair’s term, she and Treasurer National Joanne Baum asked Hamilton Insignia to cease charging members for pins that they did not have in stock. We asked repeatedly for members checks or credit cards not be charged until the order was fulfilled. Sadly, Hamilton told us that this was not possible and continued to charge for orders they could not fulfill. We are left with the sad truth that we have mem- bers that have not received pins that they paid for. Additionally, Hamilton has stopped answering calls and we our- selves have no recourse. It is our suggestion that members contact Hamilton Jewelers, the parent company of Hamilton Insignia, and e
U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter | AUGUST 2026 | 61 the last year. In 2025, daughters in the Missouri State Society transcribed 18 letters written by James Callaway during his service in the War of 1812. Mr. Callaway was a historical figure in his own right and was also a grandson of Daniel Boone. Those transcriptions as well as copies of the letters are in a packet for submission to the Libra- rian National. The originals are held by the Missouri Historical Society Library in St. Louis, Missouri. This Chairman National is pleased to report that the project by the General Henry Knox Chapter in Tennessee is nearing comple- tion. This project also involves the transcription of letters written during the War of 1812. The Tennessee State Chairman also reports that a Land Survey Book has been discovered and plans are being made for its transcription. This volume covers the Fifth Survey District of Tennessee for the year of 1812-1815. The Texas State Society reported that one chapter donated funds to the National committee. Texas also reported that an ini- tiative is underway for daughters to search their family Bible records for information pertaining to the War of 1812. Hopefully, this initiative will produce more records for submission to the National office. Madam President National, it is a pleasure to serve in your administration. Markers and Grave Locations Suzanne “Sue” King Identifying and marking the graves of those who supported the American cause during War of 1812 is one of the objectives of your administration. This chairman is pleased to report that in 2025, 599 grave locations were added to the database, and nine graves were updated with date marked. Forty-six individuals from 26 state societies contributed this information. At the state level, IN accounted for the most entries approved with 265, WI second with 174 and VA third with 20 entries. Three individuals were responsible for 87% of the locations entered. Certificates of recognition will be presented at the Awards Luncheon. Thank you to the State Presidents and State Chairman who shared information about the efforts to locate and mark graves in their state. California reported actively researching 60 potential grave locations. Georgia, Arkansas and South Carolina shared reports on graves marked and the Ohio State Society reported on work to enter the data from cemeteries in Summit County. Several members researched and entered their Ancestor’s grave location into the database. Contact this chairman for Step-by-step instructions on how to enter data into the database. Thank you, Madam President, for the opportunity to serve and support this objective. Membership Ora Jane Johnson This Chairman was pleased to receive reports from 23 states, showing a total of 238 new members. States shared their success stories, plans, and a few regrets. Hopefully, we can all learn by sharing this knowledge for an even more successful next service year. Awards are based on the data reported. The year-end reports describe the efforts of our hard-working ladies at the chapter and state level: membership chairs, registrars, and all volunteers deserve representation in the year end reports. A quick look at the membership database indicates 300 new members in 2025 which reveals we are under-reporting by 26% - again! We were under by 26% last year. Going forward, let’s commit to have timely, com- plete, and accurate reports from every state so that all our hard- working ladies can be appreciated. SUCCESSES: •One state society 1812 meets jointly with 3 other societies and has found that the members from the other groups often have proven lineages that can be used for U.S.D. 1812. •Several state societies encourage members to recruit friends and relatives. •Newspaper coverage of marker dedications, increased promo- tion of 1812 through other lineage groups and members. •Going through the prospective lists and reaching out again to any prospects that may have been lost in the shuffle between administrations. •Providing 1812 brochures at libraries and senior centers. Congratulations to the Nebraska State Society for their 9.09% increase in membership – Nebraska wins the Traveling continued next page INSIGNIA COMMITTEE NOTICE Insignia cannot be ordered currently. The estimated date of insignia availability is September 1st. An announcement will be made with order details closer to our rollout date. In the meantime, this chair- man is happy to help in any way she can during this transition. Please email her with your questions and concerns. Vicki Aznoe, National Chairman, Insignia Committee vickiaznoe1812@gmail.com
62 | AUGUST 2026 | U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter Membership Trophy for calendar year 2025. This beautiful silver cup will be displayed at Headquarters in Nebraska’s honor until Associate Council 2027. Presentation of certificates is limited to two classifications and First Place. Certificates go to the states with the largest percentage increase of new members and the states with the largest number of new members. Not to be overlooked, hearty congratulations also go to states placing overall, second, and third in all classifications. Membership -Juniors Sandra Lawton This Chairman appreciates the time the following 19 of our 42 state societies plus DC , took to file a report: Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Georgia, Illinois, Kansas, Maryland, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, Wisconsin. This is an increase from 15 reports submitted in 2025. The following are the highlights from the best reports organized by category: Category 1 Wisconsin: Junior members served as color bearers and attended a commemorative ceremony for the grandsons of Thomas Jefferson, who are interred at a Madison, WI cemetery. Additionally, they attended the Mazomanie Historical Society annual open house. Category 2 Arizona: A member was involved in interviewing vet- erans, contributing to the society's efforts in preserving historical narratives. Category 3 New York: Junior members contributed articles to a junior newsletter, recently featuring the Lewis and Clark expedi- tion. Three members traveled to Nebraska and followed some of the Lewis and Clark trail. Three members attended a 4th of July cele- bration, distributing water and cookies to guests, while one created a Patriotic bracelet for children at the event. Additional activities included one member attending a grave marking, others touring the Dunkirk Historic Lighthouse, and two attending their chapter holi- day event. Category 4 Maryland: A Junior member served as chapter chair- men, and one is developing activity books for Juniors, supporting educational initiatives within the society. Category 5 Georgia: Junior members have a special role in hold- ing the 1812 flag and leading the Pledge to the U.S. Flag.Members visited several historical sites including the Chalmette Battlefield in New Orleans, the Elisha Winn House in Georgia, and Fort Daniel in Georgia. Category 5 Tennessee: A Junior member served as a page at State Council and assisted with the Memorial Service. Members visited several historic sites and monuments, including Fort McHenry, Washington, DC, historic Castalian Springs in Tennessee, and Buchanan Log House in Tennessee. It is a pleasure to serve the society through this committee. The active participation of Junior members across the state societies are appreciated. Certificates for April 2026: Best Junior Membership Report by Category: •Category 1 – Wisconsin •Category 2 - Arizona •Category 3 – New York •Category 4 - Maryland •Category 5 – Tie: Georgia and Tennessee Largest Junior Membership by Category: •Category 1 – Wisconsin •Category 2 - Connecticut •Category 3 – New York •Category 4 – North Carolina •Category 5 – Tennessee Largest Junior Membership Nationwide: •First Place – Tennessee •Second Place – Tie: New York and South Carolina •Third Place – North Carolina Largest Number of New Junior Members Nationwide: •First Place - South Carolina •Second Place - Colorado Natchez Trace Janie Bitner This Chairman National is responsible for promoting The Natchez Trace Parkway, part of the National Park Service, and the important role the Trace played in the War of 1812. This Chairman National encourages visitation of the War of 1812 Memorial, located on the Trace in Tennessee, leading to a pre- served section of the old Natchez Road and a monument placed on the bicentennial of the War of 1812 by the Tennessee Society U.S. Daughters of 1812. This Chairman National encourages contribu- tions to support the Natchez Trace Parkway Association in provid- ing annual living history events, improving interpretation panels at key sites, and other educational aspects that benefit all who travel the Trace, and especially the over 2,000 school children who benefit from the annual activities. This Chairman National is responsible for assisting Chapter and State Natchez Trace Chairs in reporting. The numbers for the 2024 annual reporting period have been finalized, and Award Certificates have been ordered from Deanna Lutz, Awards Chairman National to be presented at the Associate Council. Madam President National, it has been a pleasure to serve in your administration. 1812 Era Newspapers Hollie gilliland The purpose of this committee is to collect newspapers published during the War of 1812 era, specifically from the years 1812–1815. Established in 1999 in honor of President National Anne White Stewart, the committee was created to support and enrich the his- 2026 STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS
U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter | AUGUST 2026 | 63 torical holdings of the National Library. Since that time, the collec- tion has grown to include more than 300 newspapers. Congratulations to the General Edward H. Tarrant Chapter of Texas for its recent submission of seven newspapers to the National Library, contributed by Dawn Needles State Chair. The Texas State Society had nine chapters donate a total of $281.93 to the committee. Congratulations to the Tennessee State Society who had eight chapters donate a total of $142 to the National Committee, Mary Wells James, State Chair. Their dedication to preserving our nation’s history is truly commendable. State Societies and Chapters are encouraged to consider pur- chasing and donating newspapers from this era to further enhance the National Library’s collection. Donations may be made in honor of an individual or a State Society, helping ensure the con- tinued preservation of these valuable historical records. It is a pleasure and privilege to serve in the Sesma Administration. Real Daughters and Real Grand Daughters Rebecca Speaker The Real Daughter and Grand Daughter database remains a vital link to our history, identifying patriots and honoring the women who descended from those serving between the close of the Revolution and the 1815 ratification of the Treaty of Ghent. The year 2025 marked a major milestone with the launch of our new online submission process. Similar to our Ancestor Marker and Grave Location systems, this digital upgrade has streamlined the submission and approval workflows and enhanced the reporting capabilities by state, chapter and submitter. The new system links Real Daughters and Grand Daughters directly to their National Numbers, Ancestor numbers, and Grave Marker records, providing a seamless and comprehensive view of our lineage. Members are encouraged to review the current online database and submit any missing Real Daughters or Grand Daughters to ensure our records remain comprehensive. During this calendar year, members from twelve states submit- ted documentation for 705 Real Daughters and Grand Daughters. The top three states that submitted the most Real Daughters and Real Grand Daughters were Georgia (category 5), Indiana (Category 3) and Colorado (category 3.) Special recognition is also extended to the following states for their diligent contributions: •Category 1: Minnesota •Category 2: Kentucky and Utah •Category 3: Arkansas •Category 4: California and South Carolina •Category 5: Florida and Tennessee A particular note of excellence goes to the Georgia State Presi- dent, who designated this committee as a special project of her administration. As a result, Georgia saw participation from nine chapters—doubling their involvement from the previous year. Madam President National, it is a distinct honor to serve the National Society as the Chairman of Real Daughters and Grand Daughters during your administration. Awards: Top Three States to Submit Real Daughter/Real Grand Daughter to Database: Georgia - Approved submissions 464 - Cat 5 Indiana - Approved submissions 154 - Cat 3 Colorado - Approved submissions 54 - Cat 3 Top in Other Categories: California & S. Carolina - Approved submissions 1- Cat 4 Kentucky - Approved submissions 6 - Cat 2 Minnesota - Approved submissions 3 - Cat 1 Honorable mention (thank you for submitting): Arkansas - Approved submissions 6 - Cat 3 Florida - Approved submissions 7 - Cat 5 Tennessee - Approved submissions 3 - Cat 5 Texas - Approved submissions 3 -Cat 5 Utah - Approved submissions 2 -Cat 2 Special awards to chapters who submitted more than 15 Real Daughters or Grand Daughters Georgia - Chapter ID 366 - Benjamin Hardin Ch - Approved 371 Indiana - Chapter ID 21 - Joseph Hart - Approved 149 Colorado - Chapter ID 223 - Maj. Gen. Alexander Macomb Approved 47 Georgia - Chapter ID 424 - Sgt. Benjamin Exum - Approved 32 Georgia - Chapter ID 503 - Colonel Daniel Appling - Approved 27 Georgia - Chapter ID 176 - Thomas McCall - Approved 22 Georgia - Chapter ID 393 - General John Clarke - Approved 19 Top Submitters Georgia - Chapter ID & Name 366 - Benjamin Hardin Ch - Submitter Name Scarlett Gibson - Approved 340 Indiana - Chapter ID & Name 21 Philip Schoff Ch - Submitter Name Cynthia Grote - Approved 79 Georgia - Chapter ID & Name 424 Sgt. Benjamin Exum Ch - Submitter Name Catherine Wells - Approved 24 River Raisin Battlefield Sue Moritz Show of Hands – How many of you are reading the series of articles in the 1812 Newsletter about the River Raisin Battlefield in Michigan? You know that battlefield from the war of 1812. Part 4 (the final part) of the newsletter articles was in the February 2026 edition. Here are some interesting things that have happened over the past 12 months. (Now you will see why I like getting reports from Chapters and States - so I can read your stories.) • I received 26 reports. • One chapter member mentioned her ancestor that fought, was wounded, taken prisoner and then survived
64 | AUGUST 2026 | U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter • Another member spoke to a quilting guild. • Six chapters/states gave a program about the battlefield. • One member actually visited the battlefield. I hope you did enjoy your visit. • I received 26 reports. • Nineteen states made monetary donations to the battlefield totaling.$1,849.50. Thank you for this donation. I thank you for your donations and reports. If you would like to get in on the fun of donating and maybe get a certificate for your donation – I will be happy to take care of that next January. But first it’s your turn. In May Michigan will hold its Spring Heritage Days event hosted by the 1812 Michigan State Society in Monroe and we will visit the battlefield. We look forward to having our President National join us. Oh, one last thing. Most of you know me by Sue Moritz. Well last November 7, I got married and have changed my name to Sue Arnett and that task of changing my name has seemed to be more work that being Chairman of this Committee. Scholarship Julie Wood Barnes It is an honor to serve as the First National Chairman of the new N.S.U.S.D. 1812 Scholarship Committee. The Committee is comprised of: Cheryl “Cher” Miller Sesma, Sandra Wallis, Kimberly Nagy, Nancy Mossburg and Julie Wood Barnes. Thank you to the Scholarship Committee for your dedication and hard work in the selection process. Thank you to all who created “traffic” on-line for our scholar- ship. Thank you to all, at all levels, who helped to get the infor- mation out about our wonderful scholarship. This officer would like to recognize and thank Becky Czarnecki from Cincinnati, OH for going above and beyond through public relations to promote our Scholarship opportu- nity to Universities and educational websites. Since the inception of this committee, approximately two years ago, approximately $57,835.25 has been donated nation- wide by our generous daughters and chapters. The state that leads in donations for 2025 is the State of Maryland Society with a total donation of $3,510.00. Way to go Daughters! Keep those donations coming! The Scholarship Committee is a new focus of the National Society United State Daughters of 1812. It is a great honor to announce to you the second recipient of the U.S.D. 1812 Scholarship of $1,812.00 during the second year of the Sesma administration is….. Joseph M. Krantz who lives in Galesburg, IL. He is a senior majoring in History and Secondary Education. Congratulations Joseph! We look forward to hearing of the amazing things Joseph will do in his future. We look forward to receiving many more amazing applica- tions. Daughters keep telling everyone and every institution about this great U.S.D. 1812 Scholarship Opportunity! Thank you Madam President National for this wonderful opportu- nity to serve. Following the North Star in the Spirit of 1812, Scholarship Colleen Lynch Petosa This Chairman National is delighted to report that in 2024, mem- bers from 35 states generously supported the four Schools spon- sored by the United States Daughters of 1812 – Alice Lloyd College, College of the Ozarks, Crossnore School and Hindman Settlement School. Thirty-one Award Certificates were presented to recognize the State Societies for their outstanding support. Monetary gifts totaling over $7,685, were contributed. Spe- cifically, $1,621 was donated to Alice Lloyd College, $1,890 to College of the Ozarks, $1,676 to Crossnore School and $2,498 to Hindman Settlement School. Special recognition is bestowed on the following State Societies for the Largest Overall Monetary Donation to the Schools: Wisconsin -Category I, Utah -Cat. II, Missouri – Cat. III, North Carolina – Cat. IV and Tennessee – Cat. V. In addition to these monetary donations, items were purchased from the College of the Ozarks campus store totaling over $1,150 and $1,120 from Crossnore School Weaving Room. Crossnore also received donations of gift cards, Amazon Wishlist items, merchandise for the Resale shop, and monies for the Foodway program and Disaster Relief Fund of over $2,650. Hindman Settlement School received almost $500 of items from its Amazon Wishlist. Ten states provided informational material about the Schools to their members. Nine states presented 23 programs highlighting the Schools with the Georgia State Society accounting for ten of these. Eleven visits were made to the Schools by members from three states. Madam President National, it is an honor and privilege to serve you and the National Society as Chairman National of Schools. Spirit of 1812 Award Patricia L. Maclay, MD The purpose of the Spirit of 1812 Award is to recognize a member, nonmember, or an organization committed to the goal of preserving the history and events that transpired during the War of 1812 begin- ning in 1784 to 1815, inclusive. Eligible recipients include not only those who preserve our physical history, such as a fort or cemetery, genealogical records, or war memorabilia, but also those who seek to buil
U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter | AUGUST 2026 | 65 on the U.S.D. 1812 website. This award serves as the National Society’s way to recognize and thank those who are keeping the history of the War of 1812 era alive. The top three winners of the prestigious 2026 Spirit of 1812 Award are: 1. Donald G. Shomette – Ella Virginia Houck Holloway Chapter, Maryland 2. Jeffery Patrick – Joel J. Adcock Chapter, Springfield, Missouri 3. Eric Reelitz – sponsored by Kaskaskia Chapter, Greenville Illinois. It is a pleasure to serve as the Chairman National for the Spirit of 1812 Award during the Sesma Administration. Star-Spangled Banner Flag House Teresa Ecker Oyler The Star-Spangled Banner Flag House is a historic site in Baltimore, Maryland, dedicated to the history of the War of 1812 and the creation of the American national anthem, the Star- Spangled Banner. The museum is housed in the former home of Mary Pickersgill, who sewed the famous 30-foot by 42-foot flag that inspired the anthem during the war of 1812. This past year, twenty-one states out of forty-three reported. Twenty-six states donated $2,862.50 to the Flag House through the National Society. The California State Society had the highest donations of $446.00. Seventeen members from four states visited the Flag House and one new member joined. States went on to promote thirty pro- grams and six community displays. Maryland State Society has three members currently serving on the Star-Spangled Banner Flag House Museum Board. Sally Johnson as President, this chair as Vice-President, and Sandi Wallis as Advisor. Activities reported were: Tennessee Daughters obtained two proclamations from mayors to observe the Star-Spanged Banner day. Members participated in the Tennessee River Rendezvous with a Star-Spangled Banner display, rack cards, a life size Francis Scott Key figure, and distrib- uted U.S. flags. Utah State made “gift baskets” for the ten 5th grade teachers at three schools. The baskets included Flag House lessons and activi- ties, U-Tube video on the Star-Spangled Banner, and a How to Do a virtual tour of the Star-Spangled Flag House and Museum. The General John Baytop Scott Chapter, at its September meet- ing, celebrated the anniversary of the writing of the Star-Spangled Banner. Ten chapters included the Star-Spangled Banner Flag House in their newsletters. Maryland Daughters held chapter meeting at the Star-Spangled Banner flag house. Other chapter participated in the Frederick County 250th History Fair distributing 1812 historical materials and coloring pages featuring the Flag House, Mary Pickersgill, Fort McHenry and Francis Scoot Key. Articles were printed in chapter/state newsletters, books were donated to schools and members attended flag retirements. This Chair encourages all states to learn and promote more about the Star-Spangled Banner Flag House Museum to your membership. Tech Enhancement Ann Waggaman The Technology Enhancement Committee appears to have worked out most of the kinks in Grave Markers and Locations module, the Historic Markings module and the Real Daughters/Real Granddaughter’s module. Maintaining the func- tionality of the i4a database system used by the National Society and answering your emails addressed to technology@usdaugh- ters1812.org is the main focus at this time. What’s new this year? The addition of the Historic Markings and Real Daughters/Real Granddaughters modules, allowing you to enter your applications online for both committees. These are now directly submitted to the Chairman National for approval and she has better reports regarding all submissions. Links to the applications for all of the aforementioned modules may be found on the home page of the national website in the upper right side. The Dues process seemed to go smoothly this year, but that is for our Treasurer National to verify! The Treasurer’s Module is also where your Chapter Treasurer (or State Treasurer if necessary) may decease, transfer in, resign or begin the reinstatement process for a member. Accepted 990-N receipts are also uploaded into the Society’s database through this module. New reports have been developed to assist the Assistant Treasurer National in charge of the 990’s with her job. If you find a rough spot in the Treasurer’s module or other areas which are technology driven, please don’t hesitate to contact this committee at the above email address. If changes can be made to make things simpler, I am all for it! Please know that this chairman assists officers & members as rapidly as possible when emails are sent to: technology@usdaugh- ter1812.org. Veterans Affairs (VAVS) Victoria Panzer The Veterans Affairs Voluntary Service Committee Chairman respectfully submits the following report. During this reporting period, 20 State Societies responded, with 14 providing detailed information and six reporting no activity. Our members continue to demonstrate meaningful support for our nation’s veterans. Cash donations exceeded $1,450, while non-c
66 | AUGUST 2026 | U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter level of service provided by our members is even greater than what is reflected in official reporting. The National Society currently maintains 27 active VAVS Representatives and Deputy Representatives nationwide, supporting 16 of the 135 VA facilities worldwide. Our members continue to assist with important VA programs including Veteran Baby Showers, Salute to Veterans Week, Veterans Week, and Student Summer Programs. Members also provided generous support through donations and projects such as Music4Veterans programs; Holiday Basket Drives, also known as the Share and Care Program; CPR infant funding; Homeless Veteran Standdowns with backpack donations; clothing drives providing new or gently used clothing; stocking transitional homes with memory aids and games; holiday cards for veterans; and cookouts honoring veterans. Several administrative issues continue to affect VAVS Repre- sentative status and potential inactivation. Representatives must attend at least one quarterly VAVS meeting annually, maintain active VA identification cards, and complete the new volunteer ID process, which now requires volunteers to interact directly with the VA contractor rather than the local VAVS office. In addition, incomplete reporting in the CDCE Portal and unfinished Annual Joint Reviews continue to affect accurate national reporting. Special recognition is extended to the State Societies of New Mexico, Wisconsin, Arkansas, Colorado, North Carolina, South Carolina, California, Tennessee, Texas, and Florida for their participation and support. Finally, recognition is given to all VAVS Representatives who served during 2025, and especially to Sandra Sidler, who reported the highest number of volunteer hours through the CDCE Portal this year. It continues to be a pleasure to serve this administration. Veterans Service Eve davenport Holder It has been an honor to be asked to serve as Chairman National of the Service to Veterans Committee. This chairman heard from 16 state societies. I enjoyed reading the reports. Our State Societies put a great emphasis on Service to Veterans. This service can be found in a very wide range of activi- ties such as food drives, parades, clothing, baby showers, lun- cheons, holiday, and birthday cards mailed, stamps collected, Honor Flights, and Wreaths Across American. I do hope for more reports in 2026. •Total cash donated to the National for Service to Veterans was $2375.00. •Two Societies recognized Vietnam Veterans. •There were 514 Wreaths purchased and placed with Wreaths Across America. •37 Honor Flights were Welcomed Home with refreshments and note cards. One Honor Bus Tour was included by one state society. •50 junior and 181 adult volunteers were reported. •2134 Volunteer Hours were reported. •5266 Volunteer Miles were reported. •$7079.00 was reported in Cash Donations. •$8815.54 was reported in Non-Cash Donations. •56 individuals who excelled in their Service to Veterans. •10,000 Christmas Cards sent to veterans in state veteran homes. Women Veterans were honored with Baby Showers, Easter Gift Baskets, Make-up Bags and Purses, toiletries specifically for women, non-slip socks in bright colors, and other needs were met that a Woman Veteran had. One Chapter in Kansas planned a special program. The ceremony was very moving. The ceremony was held at the grave of Henry Leavenworth, 1812 veteran. A wreath was placed on his grave. Best overall – There were not enough reports received to break this down by categories. TN – Most Money Donated to National for Service to Veterans – 1st Place. TX– Most Money Donated to National for Service to Veterans – 2nd Place. MD – Most Money Donated to National for Service to Veterans– 3rd Place. TN– Best Overall Support of Veterans – 1st Place. VA– Best Overall Support of Veterans – 1st Place – tie. NC – Best Overall Support of Veterans – 1st Place – tie. MO– Best Overall Support of Veterans – 2nd Place. SC– Best Overall Support of Veterans – 3rd Place – tie. IN – Best Overall Support of Veterans – 3rd Place – tie. MO – Most Junior Member Volunteers 40– Service to Veterans – 1st Place. SC – Most Junior Member Volunteers 5- Service to Veterans – 2nd Place. OR – Most Junior Member Volunteers 2 – Service to Veterans – 3rd Place. MO– Most Adult Volunteers 53– Service to Veterans – 1st Place. OR – Most Adult Volunteers 45 – Service to Veterans - 2nd Place. TN – Most Adult Volunteers 39 – Service to Veterans – 3rd Place. SC – Most Volunteer Miles Reported 1590 – 1st Place. TN – Most Volunteer Miles Reported 1582– 2nd Place. MO – Most Volunteer Miles Reported 614 – 3rd Place. OH – Most Volunteer Hours Reported 435 – 1st Place. IN – Most Volunteer Hours Reported 375 – 2nd Place. TN – Most Volunteer Hours Reported 333 – 3rd Place. TN – Most Non-Cash Donations to Veterans – 1st Place. SC – Most Non-Cash Donations to Veterans – 2nd Place. MO – Most Non-Cash Donations to Veterans – 3rd Place. 2026 STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS
U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter | AUGUST 2026 | 67 TN – Most Cash Donations to Veterans – 1st Place. NC– Most Cash Donations to Veterans – 2nd Place. MN – Most Cash Donations to Veterans – 3rd Place. NC – Service to Veterans Chairman National Special Award – North Carolina Society is recognized for Honoring Vietnam Veterans. NC – Service to Veterans Chairman National Special Award – Oklahoma Society is recognized for Honoring Vietnam Veterans. KS – Service to Veterans Chairman National Special Award – Kansas Society for their Ceremony & Wreath Laying at the Grave of War of 1812 Veteran Henry Leavenworth. TN – Service to Veterans Chairman National Special Award – Tennessee Society for their Outstanding Support of Women Veterans. NC – Service to Veterans Chairman National Special Award – North Carolina Society for their Outstanding Support of Women Veterans. SC - Service to Veterans Chairman National Special Award – South Carolina Society for their Outstanding Support of Women Veterans. MO - Service to Veterans Chairman National Special Award – Missouri Society for their Outstanding Support of Women Veterans. CT - Service to Veterans Chairman National Special Award – Connecticut Society for their Outstanding Support of Women Veterans. TN- Marilyn Childress organized an event to honor War of 1812 veterans buried in the Great Smokey Mountain National Park. General Henry Knox 304 Chapter President, TN State Recording Secretary, and Chairman National, Service to Veterans Eve Davenport Holder brought greetings from TN Society. The General Henry Knox 304 Chapter and President Holder helped to fund the American Bald Eagle appearing at the event. President Holder received the folded flag from the Honor Guard during the ceremony. Certificate should read – Service to Veterans Chairman National Special Award – Marilyn Childress in Recognition of her Outstanding Support of Veterans. IN – Service to Veterans Chairman National Special Award – Indiana Society for Most Honor Flights Supported. Recognition of Members who excelled in Service to Veterans: AL – Anita Dillon IN – Vanetta McDowell, Eileen Wilson-Pruett, Lesley Dillow, and Marth Walorski. KY – Karen Adams MD - Nancy Longnecker, Jeanne Weiss, Lucy Slaich, Marion Glasby, Donna Nicholas, Veronica Peden, Susan Brown, Denise Hagood, Andrea Shoener, and Sandi Walls. MN - Linda Hippen. MO – Jerre Robinson, Anne Sizemore. NC - Cathie Jarvis and Mary Ann Loss. NY – Anne Davis and Mary Raye Casper. OK - Neva Nicholson. SC - Elizabeth Steadman, Cathy Akers, Jaylene Mogan, Michelle Jackson, Carolyn Nations, Christina Ewing, Mary Armstrong, Debi Bacon, Deborah Blanpied, and Jo Anne Boone. TN – Nancy Carr, Carole Fields, Ellen Davis, Donella Spencer, Jan McGill, Jennifer Rowan, Alyvia Baxter, Jackie Utley, Janet Cantrell, Marilyn Childress, Wanda Taylor, Eve Davenport Holder, and Karen Nunan. VA – Donna Kirk West Stoessner, Allison Hoopes, Ann Terio, Donna Porcaro, Natalie Ardoline, Eugenia McGroarty, Jola West, Rosemary Smith, and Cici Williamson. Thanks to all who give their time, talents, and money to aid our Veterans.
68 | AUGUST 2026 | U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter STATE PRESIDENT REPORTS 134th ASSOCIATE COUNCIL APRIL 2026 Alabama Judith Kennedy Arthur The United States Daughters of 1812 in the State of Alabama are looking forward to our State Council Meeting on 20/21 March. The meeting will be hosted by the General Patrick May Chapter at the Montgomery Country Club in Montgomery, Alabama. This event is always as near as possible to the date of the Battle of Horseshoe Bend which was an important victory in Andrew Jackson’s march to the Battle of New Orleans. Nancy Jones Williams and Jean Schaum Bradley have been working hard to make this a great event for our members. On March 15, the Alabama Charter Chapter will mark the grave of Kennedy William Bailey who was a Soldier/Musician in the Captain James Douglas Company in the South Carolina Militia in the War of 1812. This marking will take place in Benevola, AL and has been organized by Melanie McCool. This past year, the Major Uriah Blue Chapter led by Claudia Slaughter Campbell has honored Brien McWilliams and Donnie Barrett with the Spirit of 1812 Award. These men have been involved in the annual reenactment at the Fort Mims Historical Site for many years. Members of this chapter attended the annual celebration of the Battle of New Orleans in January. The Rachel Jackson Chapter recently invited this officer to attend its January Meeting. The guest speaker was Dr. Charles Marshall, the President of Alice Lloyd College in Eastern Kentucky. His pre- sentation was so very interesting about this unique college and how it enhances the lives of those in Eastern Kentucky. In the past months, our state members have participated in the annual Wreaths Across America events in several cemeteries across Alabama. Forty- two JROTC medals were presented to 37 high schools and eight ROTC Medals were presented at five col- leges. Our members participated in Memorial Day events, attended Patriotic and National Defense Luncheons, volunteered at Veterans homes and hospitals and marched in Veteran’s Day Parades. Monetary donations were made to Old Fort Niagara and there were $988 Insignia purchases. Our chapters donated four books to various libraries including the 1812 National Library, The Birmingham Southern Library, the Alabama Historical Society Museum and several libraries and schools in Montgomery County. The total of the books donated was $182. Several Alabama members attended the Chalmette Battlefield and Jackson Square events in January in New Orleans. Our Website is active and informative. Arizona Mary Jane Forsythe Arizona Daughters have been busy doing what we enjoy the best, soaking up the Arizona Sunshine, but always looking for new appli- cants. At present Arizona has 66 members and four prospectives. We were planning on a trip to a Recycle plant to continue help- ing with conservation, however the Recycle plant has changed owners and the tours are limited. We are looking into how we can do a tour with our members. This still is something we all need to be aware of doing. If you or your chapter can recycle, it will cer- tainly be a help to the environment. We did participate with DAC, to provide Christmas presents for two military families entitled Military Assistance Mission (MAM). We bought, wrapped and delivered the gifts to the fami- lies a few days before Christmas. The joy on their faces was so rewarding. This is a great thing to do for our military enlisted men and their families. We continued to present JROTC medals to the cadets in the Arizona schools. Maura Mackowski and this officer attended the National Defense Zoom meeting on March 4, 2026, and were pleased to hear from an actual JROTC instructor. Very interesting presentation. This past year (2025) we presented 25 medals to deserving cadets and we are hoping to present at least that many this year. Our Registrar, Kathleen Poquette is very busy helping with and approving applications. To date, we have attained seven new members. Kathleen is also the National Chair of the Ancestor Plaques. Very busy lady. We also had a junior member apply for the Outstanding Junior member award. We are waiting to learn the results. We are pleased to shine in Arizona and to Follow the North Star. Arkansas Sheila Beatty Once again I have the pleasure of reporting on Arkansas’ many accomplishments. These events and projects are entirely the work of U.S.D. 1812 and not another society’s event or work. We have as members several women who exceed expectations and always give 100% or more. Our accomplishments: • Eleven trips to either the VA or SFH and delivered almost $13,000 worth of items for Veterans in 2025. This amount includes 252 men’s denim jeans; 228 men’s winter coats/jackets; 47 pairs of ath- letic shoes/boots; toiletries; 40 fidget blankets and many other items. Round trip is three hours. Each pair of jeans was freshly washed and each coat, if OK, was freshly washed and delivered on hangers. Thanks to State Treasurer Joan Davis f
U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter | AUGUST 2026 | 69 continued next page assist them in recognizing Veterans on Veterans Day. Specifically, they wanted Thank you stars. We delivered 75. • Over 75 Veterans were given Flag pins at two of our churches. • Admitted six new members. Sadly, we lost six members. • Kimberley Stout, State Registrar, wrote her 4th article published in a historical society magazine. • Sheila Beatty and Pat McLemore serve on the annual George Washington GWL planning committee. State President serves on the GWL Committee for the 20th year and is Emcee & Publicity as well as a Founding Member. Pat serves as back-up emcee in costume. • Awarded the Spirit of 1812 award and Historian’s award to Kimberley Stout. Published two book reviews in state newsletter. •Presented 60 dictionaries to the 3rd grade students at Acorn Elementary by the McLemores for Dictionary Day •Proclamation received from Governor for Star Spangled Banner Day • Awarded two Certificates of appreciation to John Tatum and Eugene Smith of GSW1812. • Transcription of WWI USD 1812 relatives of soldiers who served in the war. • Three members attended Associate Council and picked up 15 indi- vidual and Chapter/State awards for 2024. -17 JROTC and six ROTC awards given. • Two members are now VA Compassionate Contact volunteers (Pat McLemore and Judy Robbins). • Members attended Memorial Day and Veterans Day observances plus other commemorative days. • 25 Historical articles printed in State newsletter • Printed seven Flag articles in State newsletter • We have two members who are serving the National Society as Chaplain and Recording Secretary (Kay Tatum and Jerrie Townsend) • Four 1812 Veterans graves marked • 33 news articles with over 1,538 newsprint inches have been pub- lished in state and local newspapers • Updates to state directory is kept up by our State yearbook chair, Kimberley Stout. California Betsy Woodford The state’s motto, “All Hands On Deck” was evident in August 2025, when the former state president resigned due to illness, and the board took immediate action to ensure that the state society remained healthy and strong. According to the bylaws, the first vice president steps up to fulfill the position. As not much had been done in the first eight months of the year, the board approved a new motto, slogan, and president’s projects, and all were communicated to state members through a new newsletter. California has seven chapters. We have 189 members: 5 FADDS; 3 Juniors; 12 Transfers-in/New; 11 Drops/Deaths. The State Society held its annual State Conference on March 4, 2026, in Burbank, California. Thirty-four daughters were in atten- dance to hear about an historic WWII cargo ship, the S.S. Lane Victory, which is one of the president’s projects, and to elect the 2026-2028 board. The other state projects announced are: the S.S. Jeremiah O’Brien – historic WWII ship in San Francisco, Homes for Our Troops, The Story of Our Patriots, continued support for California Kitchen at Headquarters, and continuing to locate and mark graves of War of 1812 veterans in California. Due to a state donation and the selling of state president pins, the state society was able to donate $1,400 to the S.S. Lane Victory. California is proud to have the following members serving at the National level: Cheryl “Cher” Miller Sesma - President National, Shirley Marie Vanderbeck, PRP – Constitution & Bylaws Chairman National, Barb Aerni,--Constitution and Bylaws Committee, Robin Hurwitz – Patriotic Education Committee Chairman National, and Shirley Arendt, National Headquarters Endowment Trust Fund Committee Chair. The California State Society received awards in Category 4: 3rd Place, Most Percentage Increase in Membership; 2nd Place “Most New Members; 3rd Place, “Patriotic Education; “Most President National Pins Purchased”; 3rd Place, “Most American Flags Placed on Veteran’s Grave or Elsewhere”. All of California’s seven chapters held regularly scheduled meet- ings in 2025. Their activities included: Wreaths Across America, including a wreath for a 1812 veteran buried in Anaheim; and par- ticipation in Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Veteran’s Day celebrations. There were many activities for service to veter- ans including donations of care and comfort packages and books; and sending birthday cards. More than $4,625 of goods were donated to local and overseas veteran and military facilities, and 150 hours given in volunteer time. In addition, donations were made to the N.S.U.S.D. 1812 Veterans Service Fund and to the American Merchant Marine Library Association, supported by the N.S.U.D. 1812. About 50 JROTC/ROTC Medals were given by six California chapters statewide. The awards included certificates and medals, and one chapter also gave a monetary award to its ROTC recipient. Books about the War of 1812 were given to organizations supporting active-duty military families, and Free Little Libraries. Several patri- otic programs were presented a
70 | AUGUST 2026 | U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter STATE PRESIDENT REPORTS 134th ASSOCIATE COUNCIL APRIL 2026 marker with a bronze plaque of the 1812 inscription approved by National is being set on the Memorial Walkway. A dedication cer- emony is being scheduled for May. Madam President National, it is an honor to serve as State President during your administration. Connecticut Sarah M. Bleasdale-Coleman The capstone event for Connecticut Society in 2025 was a well- attended and long-anticipated grave marking ceremony, recep- tion, and luncheon on September 6, 2025 to honor 1812 veteran Henry Rogers and his Real Daughter Arietta Rogers Daskam at the East Norwalk Historical Cemetery, the oldest in Norwalk, CT, established in 1655. The marking was preceded by a CTSSAR Flag Award presentation and attended by our own Daughters as well as members of the CTSSAR, Masons, honored guests, and members of the community. Of course, we did not neglect our other activities! The Connec- ticut Society once again donated the wreath presented by the United States Consul General of Bermuda for the annual Dale Remembrance ceremony. The wreath is laid in the East End of Bermuda at the site of the National Society U.S. Daughters of 1812 plaque that was installed in 2019 to honor the fifteen forgot- ten American POW's who perished there during the War of 1812. Additionally, in 2025, eight JROTC high school students from Torrington, Naugatuck, Windsor, New London, Bethel, Wilby, New Britain, and Danbury CT were awarded certificates, medals and ribbons in ceremonies by the Connecticut Society as well as two ROTC college students from Yale University and the University of Connecticut. 7200 stamps were collected and donated to the Stamps for the Wounded program in Dunn Loring, Virginia, as part of our ongoing support for veterans. Two $100 donations were made, one to the library in the name of Betty Oderwald, and the other to the scholarship fund in the name of Ida Ransom. Three regular meetings of the the Connecticut Society were held with three other lineage societies, including the annual meeting and Memorial service. The member-only Facebook page, a new Facebook page dedicated to all Connecticut lineage societies, and regular emails were used to share Society news between meetings. This officer was pleased to attended the Board of Management meeting in Washington DC in October, and spend time in our lovely headquarters and library. It is an honor to serve the Connecticut Daughters and President National Sesma's adminis- tration as we "Follow the North Star". District of Columbia Sandy Harriman It is my honor to serve as the District of Columbia State President. Our first meeting of the year on October 10 was very well attended both in person and online. Our members collected toiletry items for and memorable stories of San Diego Chapter’s organizing president Ann Beinert. Other programs presented at meetings were “Battles on Lake Ontario During the War of 1812”, “Battles on Lake Erie During the War of 1812”, and “The USA-British War of 1812: A British Perspective”. The San Diego Chapter celebrated it 45th Anniversary at a cele- bration meeting on April 24, 2025 with a program on “Waves on the Potomac.” The California State Society will had four members attend the 2026 Annual Council meeting. It is an honor to serve California daughters and this administration. Colorado Janet Beiner The Colorado State Society has two chapters with a combined current membership of 138. Our chapters are very active and have accomplished a number of projects that meet the goals of our Society. In December Major General Alexander Macomb Chapter hosted a Treaty of Ghent Tea as a social get-together to commem- orate the anniversary of that event which was attended by 42 members from both chapters. Members contributed scones, cucumber sandwiches, cookies and a variety of teas. There were quizzes, stories and door prizes, and based on member enthusi- asm it appears that the Tea will become an annual event. In 2025 the chapters presented 17 JROTC medals and certifi- cates, and the State Society presented nine. Member and chapter donations to national funds totaled $567 and state donations totaled $1,200. Twenty-four books were sent to Hindman Settlement School to help restore their library. A quarterly state newsletter was reinstituted and the state chairs of national committees have been submitting articles about the history and work of their various committees. These articles have been educational in several ways – the members see how their donations are used and the impact they have, and it also engages their interest to get involved in projects. You wouldn’t think that Colorado would be a likely place for War of 1812 Patriots to be buried. Zebulon Pike comes to mind but he isn’t actually buried in Colorado. Up until this past year only two actual burials were known and both had been recorded and marked. In 2025 three more were identified and one of their grave
U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter | AUGUST 2026 | 71 House of Ruth in support of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Our program was presented by Rachel Norman. It was a fascinating presentation about the “Barbary Coast/Corsair Conflict during the War of 1812” Our Annual Holiday Tea was held at the Army and Navy Club. We enjoyed a variety of food, a white elephant gift swap, and much camaraderie. We collected children’s books for Van Ness Elemen- tary School in D.C. Our memento for each guest was a bookmark in the shape of an anchor. Our February 20 meeting featured a program by Jacqueline Leahy about the construction of the new USS District of Columbia submarine which is the first named after our Nation’s capital. We heard about the history of silver tea sets aboard Navy submarines and efforts to raise funds to present a uniquely engraved silver tea set to the new submarine crew for its use in official ceremonies. For our service project, members collected backpacks, books and toi- letries for Comfort Cases, a charitable organization that provides personal care items for children entering the foster care system. We continue to seek volunteers to assist with making the National Society Library and Museum open to the public. We include the information in our bimonthly newsletters and are encouraging our members via e-mail to sign up. We look forward to helping share this wealth of War of 1812- era artifacts and books with the public and our members. It is an honor and a pleasure to serve in the Sesma Administration. Florida Laura T. Allen Since the October Board meeting here in Washington, DC Florida daughters are staying busy. In January of this year, I visited the Capt. Christopher Beeler Chapter in Naples, FL. We had a fabulous lunch at a great location in downtown Naples. In addition to me as their special guest, they had a very interesting program presented by a veteran. I visited the Benjamin Devane Chapter in Plant City in February. While there, I along with the Chapter President, Darlene Choe, placed a beautiful wreath on his grave. This is really a big deal, as Florida is not home to that many War of 1812 Veterans. Between my two visits to Florida Chapters, Madam President National came all the way from California to visit Florida. Our Florida State Society meets with several other lineage groups over the weekend. Our meeting was held on Friday, February 6th after lunch. Madam President National was able to present her pro- jects, make new friends as well as see some old friends. At our State Council the Florida State Society was pleased to announce the chartering of a new chapter, Rio de la Paz in Haines City, FL. The Organizing Chapter President is Hannah Dennis. She has already met the minimum requirements of membership and will likely charter in the early summer. We are hoping that Madam President National will return to the Sunshine State once again for this very special occasion. Other chapters are busy serving our Veterans by attending Honor Flight Welcome Home ceremonies, cleaning tombstones, placing wreaths with Wreaths Across America, and presenting JROTC and ROTC medals at schools across the state just to name a few projects. My state chair for Natchez Trace is writing an ongoing series about the Natchez Trace and how important it was during the War of 1812. Some chapters have received Procla- mation from their local government for Star Spangled Banner Day as well as Constitution Day. Everyone on my Board is working hard with all their positions. My State Committee Chairs are ensuring that our accomplish- ments are being noticed in their communities. My State President projects of ensuring no JROTC/ROTC cadet is omitted from receiving their medal and certificate, growing membership, and adding some items to the Florida Suite at our historic headquarters will continue.It is an honor and a pleasure to serve in the Sesma Administration. Illinois Anne Sears The Illinois Society has 177 members in 4 chapters. Illinois was represented at 2025 Associate Council by 4 members. An informational meeting was held in September at Illinois Heritage Weekend with 19 other lineage societies. A yearbook was printed and is being distributed. Requests for ROTC and JROTC medals were forwarded to the appropriate chapters. Julie Barnes, National Scholarship Chair announced the winner of the 2026 scholarship is Joseph Krantz. His grandmother is a prospective member. Kaskaskia Chapter held a grave marking for Gen. James Biggs Moore. Members also participated in Hill’s Fort Rendezvous, the Marion County Fair, and the Kinmunday Log Cabin Village. The chapter also obtained a Star Spangled Day proclamation from Salem, IL. Pinkerton Prairie Chapter held a grave marking for David Hull. They also obtained a Star Spangled Day Proclamation from the Mayor of Barry, IL. They purchased 20 universal remotes for use at the Quincy Veterans Home. They also collected snacks and bev- erages for the activity room and clothing for the Fifth St
72 | AUGUST 2026 | U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter STATE PRESIDENT REPORTS 134th ASSOCIATE COUNCIL APRIL 2026 Kentucky Karen Adams The Kentucky State Society convened at Whitehall, the his- toric residence of Cassius Clay in Richmond, for its fall council on October 21, 2025. The event, hosted by the River Raisin Chapter, featured a guided tour of the property, officer and chair reports, followed by a luncheon. The Spring Council is scheduled for March 17, 2026, in Bloom- field at the Springhill Bed & Breakfast/Winery and Vineyards. The event will be hosted by the Colonel Yelverton Peyton Wells Chapter. Annual reports will be presented, followed by a program about Captain Christopher Miller’s life and service with the Kentucky Volunteers, Dubois Battalion Mounted Spies. In 2025, the River Raisin Chapter featured programs about Old Fort Niagara and the Spirit of 1812 award. They also organized a field trip to the Kentucky History Center, which included an exclu- sive behind-the-scenes tour. The chapter also promoted Lafayette Bicentennial events held in Kentucky, and members participated in Wreaths Across America. The Colonel Yelverton Peyton Wells Chapter featured programs on Scottish and Ulster Scot heritage, grave markings, memorials, and thanksgiving. Members also joined Wreaths Across America and memorial services statewide. They are currently organizing a multi-grave marking event in March, which will honor eleven veterans from the American Revolutionary War, War of 1812, American-Mexican War, War of Texas Independence, and Civil War. The Kentucky Society aids the National Defense Committee by presenting ROTC and JROTC awards at the University of Kentucky and ten local high schools. Additionally, it supports vet- erans through Honor Flight missions and by sending cards for mail call. The Society has also made monetary donations to Alice Lloyd College and Hindman Settlement School. Several national projects and funds received support, including the President’s National Project, Kentucky Board Room, Scholar- ship, Service to Veterans, Star-Spangled Banner Flag House, River Raisin Battlefield, Fort McHenry, and the preservation of St. Michael and All Angels Church. The “Kentucky United in Heritage and Service” theme empha- sizes membership growth, record digitization, and grave marking. Membership is at ninety-two, with more applications pending. Historian records have been preserved, and registrar records are next, with plans to digitize all state records by term's end. Efforts continue to mark 1812 veterans' graves and historic sites; Colonel Yelverton Peyton Wells Chapter leads with an upcoming grave marking, and the society finalizes a marker for Colonel William Whitley's home, with a dedication planned later this year. The Kentucky state pin is nearing final design approval, with production anticipated in the near future. Our dedication to the U.S.D. 1812 initiative and our President National continues to be unwavering. Louisiana Lora McDaniel It doesn't seem like two years have passed since I was elected as Louisiana State President. This officer attended Associate Council last April, giving the Louisiana State President's Report and working on the Creden- tial/Registration Committee as Assistant Chairman. Louisiana also has Patricia Gallagher serving as Chalmette Battlefield Chairman. During this term, Honorary State President Lynda Moreau gave an 1812 era newspaper and two books to the USD 1812 library. One of my projects was to mark veteran and member graves with 1812 markers. The 3rd of October, the State Society held a joint grave marking with CSDIW for General Robert McCausland, the namesay of our Baton Rouge Chapter, in St. Francisville, LA. On November 1, 2025, we dedicated three veteran markers: Chritobal deArmas y Arcila, Jean Baptiste Labatut, Norbert Fortier; and one member marker, Mrs. Marie Alpuente Bailey in St. Louis Cemetery #2 in New Orleans, LA. Mrs. Bailey was the organizing President of the Louisiana Society, the 2nd oldest state society, organized in January 1893. In March, 4 veteran markers were dedicated at the St. Bernard Catholic Church Cemetery, including Antoine Serpas, Joseph Serpas, Rocque Acosta, and Jacques Toutant Beauregard (the father of PGT Beauregard). Two weeks later, a joint grave marking was held with CSDIW for John Bankston and William Lewis in Tangipahoa Parish, LA. In total, Louisiana Society marked 14 veteran graves and 1 member grave. This was all made possible by our hard working State Markers & Graves Locations chairman Ellyn Meier. She also encouraged members to check if their ancestor was in the database, and if not, to enter their ancestor's information. Another one of my state projects was service to veterans. Mem- bers volunteered at the New Orleans VA and donated clothing and toiletries for the veterans. They also helped out on Ladies Night, VA Baby Shower, 4th of July celebration, and the homeless veter- ans stand down. On January 8, 2026, Chalmette chap
U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter | AUGUST 2026 | 73 also in attendance. ROTC and JROTC awards were given to schools across the state. Louisiana State Society now has a website and a Facebook page to keep members informed. It has been a pleasure to serve under the Sesma administration. Maryland Victoria R. Kinnear Maryland Daughters proudly continue to honor the past while building the future. Our five active chapters are engaged and dedicated—offering meaningful programs, serving their communities, and strengthen- ing participation across the state. The Maryland Society held two state meetings, and we were honored to attend the Fall Board of Directors Meeting in Washington, D.C. last October. In Baltimore, our Daughters proudly participated in Defenders Day Weekend—marching in the annual parade honoring the Old Defenders of 1814. We attended the wreath laying at the Battle Monument, visited the Star-Spangled Banner Flag House, and gathered at Fort McHenry, where we honored George Armistead. The day concluded with a memorable fireworks display. Our commitment to preservation continues at Old St. Paul’s Cemetery, where members cleared debris, cleaned headstones, and laid wreaths. We look forward to honoring more than 100 sol- diers of the War of 1812 buried there. We are especially proud of our archival efforts. The scanning and indexing of original War of 1812-era marriage licenses is completed. Thousands of documents will soon be available online for research and public access. Even through winter weather, our Daughters remained active— laying a Veterans Day wreath in Bethesda, marking the grave of patriot William Holter, attending a naturalization ceremony, and participating in the Frederick History Fair. The Ella Virginia Houck Holloway Chapter awarded 19 JROTC medals and one ROTC medal to outstanding cadets. Across Maryland, chapters supported the Hindman Settlement School, contributed to museum projects, and served their com- munities—including creating sleeping mats for the unhoused from recycled materials. Beyond our state, we were proud to represent Maryland at the Jackson Day Ceremony in Louisiana, for a wreath laying at Jackson Square and Chalmette Battlefield. We also attended the Sons’ Jackson Day Celebration in Baltimore and the Liberty Ball. We celebrated the 250th birthday of Mary Young Pickersgill at the Flag House and joined fellow Daughters at the National House to polish silver in preparation for this Associate Council. These highlights represent just a portion of the dedication and service of the Maryland Daughters. As we look ahead, we remain steadfast in our mission—preserv- ing the legacy of those who came before us while inspiring future generations to carry it forward. The work we do today ensures that their courage, sacrifice, and patriotism will never be forgotten. It is truly an honor and a privilege to serve as President of the Maryland Society, United States Daughters of 1812. Michigan Barbara Allison Michigan’s largest chapter of about 85 members is having a few problems. 1. Finding places large enough to hold a meeting. 2. The members are too far apart to attend all meetings. 3. They are planning to have a meeting to see if they could get enough officers to split the chapter. The chapter holds meetings on the East side of Detroit and the next meeting is on the Northwest side of Detroit. One member has requested a dedication of the Ancestor’s grave site. Another chapter had a vendor table at the 45th Annual Genealogical Society of Monroe County Seminar. Participated in the Monroe VFW Memorial Day Parade and worked with the DAR Chapter in their area to decorate the Christmas tree at the Sawyer Homestead. The Stephen Preston Chapter presented a program to the Muskegon County Genealogical Society “War of 1812 and Persons Who Played A Part In It”. They also provided via zoom for members who couldn’t attend. They cleaned headstones of Bartow Underhill and Calvin Lewis. Several members and family members attended. Their yearly program, Wreaths Across America, was well attended plus their local Civil Air Patrol Cadets. Members gathered at the Grand Rapids Home for Veterans to provide them with monetary donations and to decorate their Christmas Tree. Also they donated a book to the 1812 National Library. With all our events, we are most excited that President National Cher Sesma will be our honored guest at our May 2026 Heritage Days to be held in Monroe Michigan. Minnesota Diana Lynch The U.S.D. 1812 Minnesota Chapter is a small, but mighty chapter. On January 1, 2025, we had 29 members, two are FADD, and one Associate member. During 2025 we added one new member and had one member pass away. We had one supple- mental filed and accepted. As of December 31, 2025, he had 29 members, two are FADD and one Associate member. The names and burial information were submitted and approved for one real daughter and real granddaughter. Our current member- ship is 29 with two FADD members and one Associate
74 | AUGUST 2026 | U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter STATE PRESIDENT REPORTS 134th ASSOCIATE COUNCIL APRIL 2026 tion and directions are necessary daily. A second member pro- vides service to the Bismarck Vet Center and at the CBOC in Bismarck (Community Based Outpatient Clinic). Both locations are part of the Fargo Health Care System. In 2025 the first volun- teer provided 197 hours. The second volunteer provided 96 hours: total of 293 volunteer hours. Attendance at the quarterly VAVS meeting is required. Infor- mation is presented to be shared with the MN chapter. The Fargo VA health center is building a new Mental Health Center on the Campus and a new wing for the Whole Health Department. Future projects are for a parking ramp and a Fisher House. Donations are much appreciated by the CDCE (Volunteer Services) office. Monetary donations in the amount of $350 each were pre- sented to both the Fargo VA and the Minnesota VA for use by Women’s Services. In 2025 we presented eight ROTC and JROTC medals. It is inter- esting to note that in some ways there seems to be a greater interest in these awards while some schools are closing their program. Mississippi Jill R. Taylor Mississippi has two chapters, the Capt. Matthew Duke, Jr. Chapter and the Rev. Solomon Magee Chapter. I was able to attend meetings of both chapters. We currently have 87 members with several other prospects are completing their papers. Our state participated in the Sons of the American Revolution National Convention held in Natchez, MS. We shared a table with the Gen. Society War of 1812 in the State of MS. We distributed informational handouts about our society to raise awareness of our Society's existence and purpose. Our State Society U.S.D. 1812 marked the grave of 1812 patriot, Samuel Hopkins, U.S.D. 1812 members and family gath- ered at his grave in Mize, MS. Also present and contributing to the ceremony were members of the Mississippi Society War of 1812 including their colorguard. Our dedication coincided with the 150th anniversary of Samuel's death. After the ceremony, those present gathered at Berry's Fish House where we had a deli- cious meal and were able to visit more. Our Society was represented at the GSW1812 State Conference and made the photo on the cover of its National magazine. Members of the Capt. Matthew Duke, Jr. Chapter donated Walmart gift cards to help women who are treated at the Biloxi VA. They also have attended joint meetings several times with the Colonial Dames XVIIC. I had the pleasure of attending a chapter meeting with them in May of this year. Members of the Rev. Solomon Magee Chapter meets twice a year, sometimes combining their meetings with other organiza- tions. They presented a JROTC and a ROTC certificate and medal this year. Our Daughters proudly participate in flying flags, taking part in various patriotic activities throughout the state as well as learning more about the War of 1812. Chapter members have placed over 250 flags in various cemeteries on veterans' graves on patriotic holi- days. Members are continuing to locate graves of War of 1812 sol- diers with plans to preserve graves and mark them in the future. All ladies are encouraged to bring friends to our meetings and promote membership. Missouri Sally Napier Bueno Missouri was delighted to welcome President National Cher Sesma to the Show Me State Council in March. Our members enjoyed visiting with her and hearing about her administration's accomplishments. There are five chapters: Brigadier General Thomas A. Smith, James Kearney, Captain Thomas Fristoe, Joel J. Adcock, and St. Louis Pioneer. This past September, the James Kearney Chapter celebrated its 115th anniversary as the state's oldest active chap- ter and was honored with a proclamation from Missouri Governor Kehoe. Registrar Carmen Boyd reports membership at 196, including 24 new members. Happily, two new Flora Adams Darling Daughters were welcomed into the Brigadier General Thomas A. Smith Chapter, bringing Missouri’s total to three. Two Spirit of 1812 Awards were approved. One medal was pre- sented at the State Council to Carol Rauh of the St. Louis Pioneer Chapter for her work preserving Sappington Cemetery in Crestwood, Missouri, the resting place of eight War of 1812 veter- ans. Another medal will be presented in August by the Joel J. Adcock Chapter to Jeff Patrick for his research and reports on var- ious aspects of the War of 1812. The Missouri Society also submitted fourteen letters written by James Callaway to his wife Nancy during his War of 1812 service to the National Lineage and Historic Records Committee, through Chair Joan Koechig. A $100 contribution to the 1812 Ancestor Plaque Committee was made in honor of Benjamin Franklin Selman of Texas. The Correct Use of the Flag Committee reported distributing 150 flags to students and placing 343 on veterans’ graves. Ninety- nine books were donated to the American Merchant Marine Library, and the Insignia Committee reported 48 insig
U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter | AUGUST 2026 | 75 and speaks of her inordinate love of U.S.D. 1812. She didn’t miss a beat or a payment, and for this we are most grateful. This officer is certain that no one in the state was more thrilled at the arrival of our new State Treasurer, Nancy Schultz, than Mrs. Lane. Finally, Nancy Schultz is a wonderful addition to our Executive Board. She is a team player and a great math mind. She bails me out! Hailing from a long-established ranch family, Nancy has seen every bookkeeping situation imaginable – her husband is known to say, “The ranch wouldn’t run without Nancy at the books.” We are thankful for her. Our society is gearing up for our 2027 Memorial Dedication, so we have developed promotional material for distribution and public relations. Our first big project was creating a cardstock flier to pass out. We are quite happy with the results, and this officer is sure it will come as no surprise that our flier prominently features our state pin and the story of our ladies. We are still selling our State Pin as a fundraiser for our Memorial, and if you’d like to support Montana’s 1812 Marker by purchasing our pin, please contact this officer at vickiaznoe1812@gmail.com. Newspaper articles have been sub- mitted that explain our goals and serve to engage Montana women. President National Sesma, it is an honor to serve in your adminis- tration. Thank you for your continued support. Nebraska Stacy J. Ferrel I am delighted to share highlights of our Nebraska Society’s activities over recent months. As previously noted in 2025, our commemorative T-shirt fund- raiser honoring the 250th anniversary of the United States Navy proved wonderfully successful. Thanks to the generous support of our Executive Board, National President Sesma, and kind donors from both within and beyond Nebraska, we raised approximately $1,000. These funds will directly support meaningful projects across our state, and I extend heartfelt gratitude to everyone who contributed to this effort. In January, several members enjoyed a warm and engaging “Lunch and Learn” with the John Howland Chapter of the Colonial Dames of the 17th Century at the Brazen Head Pub in Omaha. The program on colonial herbal medicine was both informative and fasci- nating, as we explored the many herbs used in early American reme- dies and their applications in treating everyday ailments. It was a lovely opportunity to connect and learn together. Our society is currently participating with enthusiasm in a boxed cereal drive organized by the Omaha Veterans Food Pantry. These donations help provide essential items to local veterans through the VA Medical Center. I am especially grateful to mem- ber Karen Fitzgibbons for bringing this important need to our attention and for leading this compassionate initiative. Many Nebraska Daughters have already contributed generously, and it has been inspiring to see our collective commitment to supporting those who have served. On March 7, we gathered in Grand Island for our annual busi- Markers and Grave Location Committee Chair Morgan Lake reported one newly marked grave by the Joel J. Adcock Chapter. The state society is also pursuing the placement of a bronze marker for Governor John Miller, a War of 1812 veteran, who is buried at historic Bellefontaine Cemetery in St. Louis. The Service to Veterans Committee was active this year, providing over $1,500 in monetary and in-kind donations, including stamps, Honor Flight thank-you cards, support for Wreaths Across America, crocheted hats, and heart pillows. Our state theme, “Missouri Loves the Navy,” was shared throughout the year, and three newsletters, The Scuttlebutt, were emailed to keep members informed and engaged. My sincere appreciation goes to our mem- bers, officers, and committee chairs for their dedication and hard work in making this an exemplary year for Missouri. Montana Vicki Aznoe On February 14, 2026, the State of Montana Society celebrated our 5th anniversary as a state society. We welcomed our new State Treasurer and took a few quiet moments to reflect on our dearly departed members and considered the path that lay ahead for our members. We took a deep breath, realizing how far we have come, how little we knew as we set out on this great adven- ture, and how we finally have some familiar traditions that feel good to embrace every year. We’ve been a society on the move this year. We held a Memorial Service, led by State Secretary Wyndi Brant and State Chaplain Cathy Lane, for our past State Treasurer Dorothy Oliveira. It was a beautiful candlelit time of fond memories and fun stories as we hon- ored Dorothy’s service to our society. Daughters were given the opportunity to reminisce and her obituary was read. After losing Dorothy and working with an officer’s illness that stretched into months, we amended our Bylaws to provide a broader window of dates for our State Council. In an effort to find ways to make physical meetings a bit
76 | AUGUST 2026 | U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter and look forward to continuing to grow our organization. One chapter voted to disband in 2025; fortunately, most members transferred to another New York chapter. Chapters presented JROTC and ROTC medals to schools across the state in 2025. Daughters participated in Honor Flight celebra- tions, local Memorial Day, 4th of July and Veterans Day events. Daughters raised $600 for the Old Fort Niagara Assoc 2025. Daughters continued their work in upstate cemeteries. 1812 soldiers’ graves were researched, cleaned, photographed, and uploaded to the Find-a-Grave website and several grave marking ceremonies were held to commemorate soldiers. The accomplishment of our chapters is shared with NY Daughters in a quarterly online publication. Our Junior mem- bers also receive an age appropriate quarterly newsletter. The New York State Society is proud to be the home of the Honorary President National, 4th Vice President National, Honorary Vice President National for New York and Chairman National, Old Fort Niagara. It has been an honor for New York Daughters to carry out the purpose of our National Society during this administration. North Carolina Mary E. Tatum This officer presided at the 1812 State Council meeting on August 2, with 55 members in attendance. Historian Mark Pace spoke about North Carolina and its role in the War of 1812. On January 8, 2025, members of the Commissioner Charles Gause Chapter gathered at Fort Johnston in Southport at 2:00 p.m. to celebrate the anniversary of the Battle of New Orleans. Members stated their patriots’ names, laid flowers, and a bell was rung after each name. The Captain Johnston Blakely Chapter held a fun meet- ing where members participated in an 1812 trivia game, and prizes were awarded to the winning team. The Snap Dragon Chapter spon- sored a Christmas tree in Biggs Park Mall decorated with the names of veterans and active-duty military members. The Cherokee Chapter has increased its membership with seven new members. All North Carolina chapters support veterans and award ROTC and JROTC medals. Currently, North Carolina has 187 members in five chapters. The Captain Johnston Blakeley Chapter is the largest, with 79 members. North Carolina is honored to be the home of Honorary Vice Presi- dent National North Carolina Gwen Causey, Assistant Chairman National ECommunications Website Laura Edwards, and Assistant Chairman National VAVS Mary Ann Loss. It is an honor to serve as the North Carolina State President dur- ing the Sesma Administration. ness meeting. It was a bittersweet moment for me personally, as I delivered my final report after completing two consecutive terms as State President. During the meeting, I was thrilled to announce a generous donation of 75 brand-new embroidered flags, which have been distributed to members for placement and presentation within their communities as they see fit—an enduring symbol of our shared heritage. The meeting concluded with the election and installation of our new officers for the 2026–2028 term. Many were able to attend in person, and it was a joy to witness this smooth transition. I offer my warmest congratulations and best wishes for a productive and fulfilling term ahead. It has truly been my privilege and honor to serve the Nebraska Society over the past four years. Thank you for your friendship, dedication, and shared passion for preserving our nation’s history and supporting one another. I look forward to continuing our important work together in the years to come. New Mexico Lanita Harris The New Mexico Daughters have two meetings a year. We met in October at Ruidoso NM, with Cher Sesma as our hon- ored speaker. We collected $80 for the St. Michaels All Saints Church at this meeting. Our next meeting will be April 15, 2026, where we will meet in Taos, NM. Since we meet at resorts and interesting places in New Mexico we always have a side trip or tour where members get to visit with one another and learn about or experience the enchanted areas of our great state. We continue to work on getting new members and seeing our New Mexico Organization grow and hopefully have Chapters at some later date. We are pleased to have our Vice President, Linda Alt attending the National Assembly in March. We look forward to her report at our April Meeting. The New Mexico Daughters enjoyed our time with the President National Sesma in Ruidoso and look forward to another year of her guidance and her administration. New York Carol McQuinn Membership currently stands at 142. The State Society and its chapters held both in-person and electronic meetings last year. The 131st State Council was held in Waterloo, New York on November 2025. Attendees toured the Becker Mansion, home of the Senaca Falls Historical Society, enjoyed a wine tast- ing event and socialized with members of other lineage societies. This officer is pleased to report that we gained seven new members in 2025. We have more applications in
U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter | AUGUST 2026 | 77 Lauri Warmack remembered Carole at our Memorial Service held at our State Council, February 28, 2026. The State Officers have been busy with their duties throughout the year. I receive monthly updates from Treasurer, Neva Nichol- son via email. Treasurer Nicholson received a letter from the National Society thanking the Oklahoma Society for their contri- butions during 2025. A silent auction and donations collected during our State Council meeting will be given to the National Library. A project supported by our President National Sesma. A sizeable amount of donations were approved at State Council for various 1812 funds. The Oklahoma State Society is very generous in their donations the National Society. Oklahoma State Chair of the American Merchant Marine Library Committee Chair, Carol Comp, gave a wonderful power point program at our State Council entitled “Guardians of the Sea: America’s Merchant Mariners from Colonial Days through the War of 1812.” We appreciate all Carol has done for this commit- tee for many years. It is a please to work with the wonderful ladies of both our State and National Society. Madam President National, it is a pleasure to serve during your administration. Pennsylvania Maribeth Wilt-Seibert I hope that you have had a wonderful Holiday and are enjoy- ing the New Year. We had good attendance at the 2026 Pennsylvania State Council on March 14, 2026, at the Best Western Premier Central Hotel 800 East Park Drive Harrisburg PA. Registration started at 9:30 AM. The State Executive Board Meeting followed at 9:45 AM and the State Council followed at 11:00 AM. The Pennsylvania State Council was followed by the Pennsylvania State Society Colonial Dames 17th Century State Meeting and Tea. PA U.S.D. 1812 is selling a state decorative pin as a fundraiser for the State President’s Project of marking the graves of John Reitzel and his sister Catherine Ihling at the Lancaster Cemetery. John Reitzel is an 1812 War Veteran. The pin showcases the Eastern Hemlock, the Pennsylvania State Tree. Pins will be avail- able for purchase at all Pennsylvania 1812 events going forward. The grave marking for John Reitzel and Catherine Ihling is sched- uled for May 16, 2026, at 11:00 AM at the Lancaster Cemetery 205 East Lemon Street, Lancaster, PA 17602. There is available off-street parking. Elizabeth Miller is now our Honorary Vice President National for Pennsylvania and Elizabeth Calhoun has been endorsed as the next Honorary Vice President National for Pennsylvania. Margaret Skrivseth has been endorsed as a candidate for Recording Secretary National by Pennsylvania State U.S.D. 1812. I attended the National Board of Directors Meeting on October 13 to 14, 2025, and presented a report. Thank you to all the PA Ohio Heather Reichert Ohio State Society currently has 267 members in 14 chapters across the state. The Society meets twice annually, convening for a Spring Associate State Council Meeting and a Fall Board of Directors Meeting. During the past year, the Ohio State Society completed updates to its Bylaws and Standing Rules, strengthening the foun- dation of the Society and ensuring its continued effectiveness. General William Henry Harrison Chapter and the Ohio State Society represented the National Society at the Ohio Genealogical Society Conference, promoting interest in War of 1812 lineage and membership. State Society members also represented the Society at an America 250 commemoration honoring the anniver- sary of D-Day. Ohio Daughters remain actively engaged in patriotic service throughout the state. Members participated in Memorial Day observances, wreath-laying ceremonies, and the placement of flags on veterans' graves, while chapters continued to recognize outstanding young Americans through the presentation of ROTC and JROTC awards. Historic preservation remains a cornerstone of our work. Fort Stephenson Chapter assisted with the marking of the grave of Pvt. James Griffin, who served in Captain John Spencer's Ohio Company of Ohio Spies. Lucas Sullivant and Samuel Lewis Chapter joined together to mark the grave of Pvt. Daniel Bach- elder, who served in Capt. E. Williams' Company. Additional grave-marking ceremonies are currently being planned as Ohio Daughters continue their efforts to honor and preserve the legacy of our War of 1812 veterans. The Ohio State Society looks forward to its Fall Board of Directors Meeting this October, where we will have the distinct honor of welcoming President National Cher Sesma to Ohio. As we continue to advance the principles of historic preserva- tion, education, patriotism, and service, it remains both an honor and a privilege to serve during the Sesma Administration. Oklahoma Diane Yancey King This officer’s is honored to serve as President of the Oklahoma Society United States Daughters of 1812. This officer has been to many function since last February representing the Oklahoma Society United States Daughters o
78 | AUGUST 2026 | U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter Tennessee Wanda Taylor On January 8th, 2026, this officer and several others attended the annual laying of the wreath on Rachel Jackson’s Grave during the 211th commemoration of the Battle of New Orleans held at The Hermitage, the home of Andrew Jackson in Nashville, TN. It was a beautiful sunny and windy day this year. President Taylor spoke on Rachel Jackson’s life. 4th Vice President Janie Bitner assisted President Taylor in laying the wreath on Rachel’s tomb. Following the ceremony, a group picture was taken with daugh- ters for the annual U S Daughters of 1812 photo on the steps of the tomb. This year, the day before, members of The Hermitage Chapter laid a wreath at the statue of Andrew Jackson at the Tennessee State Capitol. The annual State Council meeting was held on March 6th in Mt. Juliet, TN. It was a pleasure to hear the reports of state officers, committee chairs, and chapter presidents. In addition to reports, Tennessee daughters were treated to two wonderful speakers. Jason Zajac, CEO of The Hermitage, updated members on events and plans for the America 250 celebrations at the home of Andrew Jackson. He also gave an update on the preservation of the “George Washington Candle” which is now on display in the museum. With the State President’s theme of “Preserving History for Tomorrow,” The TN Society continues to support efforts that will assist with the preservation of the “Water Cooler.” Thanks to 2nd Vice President Linda Mansur, a challenge coin was created and is being sold to raise funds to support the restoration and preservation of these items. The society pledged $2500.00 towards the preservation of the water cooler. Our evening speaker was Mrs. Ann Blomquist. Ann volunteers her time at the East Tennessee Historical Center. She is the chief administrator for the First Families of Tennessee program. She spoke on this program and informed members of additional programs developed for America 250’s sesquicentennial, including 1812 Families in Tennessee. Following Ann’s presentation, she was awarded the Spirit of 1812 Award. 150 State awards were presented by 4th VP Janie Bitner to the chapter presidents. The final award of the evening was the TN Star Award presented to State Treasurer Carla Riley. Thanks to our chapter hostesses for making the state meet- ing so special. Crockett’s Forge Seat, The Hermitage, Upper Cumberland, and Volunteer- Wauhatchie. We appreciated their America 250 decorations, favors, and door prizes for making our meeting more festive. The TN Society has 490 members, including Jr’s and FADD’s. One of this administration’s goals was to increase the state mem- bership to five hundred. We are so close. Many thanks to our State Registrar Kathy McClelland and all the chapter registrars for their diligence in helping new members obtain membership. Several applications have been submitted to national and two supplemen- tals were submitted. State Chapters for contributing to the report. Thanks to all who helped with New Member Applications and Dues Collection this year. We started the new year with 115 mem- bers continuing the establishment of a healthy 1812 membership for Pennsylvania. Maribeth Wilt-Seibert Pennsylvania State President U.S.D. 1812. It is an honor and a joy to serve this administration! South Carolina Mary C. Armstrong This State President is honored to serve the Society as South Carolina State President. Since last April, South Carolina has welcomed 10 new mem- bers. The State Society currently includes five chapters and 212 members, among them eight FADDs and 11 Junior members. Six supplemental applications were submitted and approved during the year. Sadly, five members died and the State Society also mourns the passing of Frances Jeffcoat, Honorary Vice President National, who died in January. South Carolina chapters presented 30 JROTC Medals and seven ROTC Medals. The State Society is proud to recognize seven members who have served in the military. Support for Veterans remains a major focus of South Carolina members. Activities included participation in Welcome Homes, Operation Backpacks, Veterans Baby Showers, Christmas parties, Hero Boxes, Veterans Day Parades, and Memorial Day events. Members contributed 233 wreaths for Wreaths Across America, sent cancelled stamps, supported Veterans Food Pantries, and placed 356 flags on veterans’ graves. Monetary donations totaled $605, and nonmonetary contributions amounted to $2,838. South Carolina is fortunate to have Mickey Sieracki serving as Veterans Service Chairman. The State Society maintains a website and a private Facebook page, and several chapters also operate their own Facebook pages. Two newsletters were distributed to the membership dur- ing the year. Members of the Captain Elisha Bethea Chapter conducted a Grave Marking Ceremony honoring their chapter’s namesake. In addition, one SC member marked the grave of her two-times- great-grandmother as a Real Gra
U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter | AUGUST 2026 | 79 We continue to support our four Veteran’s Hospitals, Veteran’s Homes and facilities with supplies, needed articles, gift cards and thank you cards. Members participated is baby showers, Bingo, Christmas wish lists and community events. Over $4500.00 in gifts and in-kind donations were given by chapters. Members supported Hindman Settlement School, Crossnore School, Swem, Alice Lloyd and the College of the Ozarks with mon- etary donations of $1003. Local schools, libraries and little free libraries were supplied with books and funds totaling $2716.32. Patriotic education was provided through interaction with chil- dren in schools, community gatherings, and public events. Patriotic events were attended for holidays by placing flags on Veteran’s graves, participating in Wreath Across America and obtaining proclamations for Star Spangled Banner Day on September 14th. Chapter supported our military through presentations of medals and certificates to thirty-seven JROTC High Schools and nine ROTC units. This officer is honored to represent the state of Tennessee and looks forward to the upcoming year. Thank you for this opportunity. Virginia Dr. Cheryl Brown Davis “I believe that the North Star is not only the mission, not only the purpose, but is the “why” of the mission. It is our vision and purpose in the Virginia Society to choose the path to do what WE do for the organization, to accomplish together, like the path of the Pleaides stars to spread our history. Ever mindful of our “Follow the North Star” motto, we are also reminded of other important connections to the universe and our commitment and responsibil- ity to each other, our chapters, our State and our beloved Fraternity of Daughters. This will be accomplished through our chapter leadership”. Virginia State Officers led our Society with distinction. Corres- ponding Secretary Mary Jane Stockstill kept the entire State mem- bership continuously informed with frequent email notifications. Natalie Ardoline, first Vice President and President elect for 2026- 2028 updated our State Directory when changes occurred. Our sec- ond Vice President Eugenia McGroarty was busy as her chapter President and led many projects, which included a nomination for the Spirit of 1812 award and also spearheading a state pin design with Rockingham Riflemen chapter President Lila Housden. Kathy de Jonge, Recording Secretary transcribed meeting minutes and was also instrumental in the donating of the book “The Challenge: Britain Against America in the Naval War of 1812-The Prisoner’ Memoirs of Dartmoor Prison (1815)”. Treasurer Jennifer Romano sent state donations to our 1812 projects and filed required tax infor- mation. Our State Registrar Rosemary Smith reported that 12 new members joined, and our total for 2025 was 315 members, which includes 3 juniors and 4 FADD members within out nine chapters. Chaplain Lorraine Sims reported that Virginia lost three daughters. Virginia Daughters are actively involved in our state fulfilling National goals and objectives and is dedicated to the National Society’s mission of historical preservation and patriotic education. Led by Carey Allen chapter President, the Hampton Roads chapter remains steadfast in its commitment to promoting patriotism and preserving 1812 history focusing on aligning their efforts with the upcoming VA250 initiatives and are actively intensifying their com- munity outreach by identifying and documenting 1812 ancestors to properly mark their final resting places across the Peninsula and Richmond Metropolitan Areas. The Rappahannock Chapter President, Jo Ann Fickling conducted a grave marking for Reverend Colonel Addison Hall in September 2025, which included our 1812 State Recording Secretary Kathy de Jonge as bagpiper. The Burkes Garden and Eliza Monroe Chapters plan a marking soon. The Oak Hill Chapter plans a marking in September 2026. Several Chapters had proclamations read in their towns celebrat- ing “Star Spangled Banner Day” A wreath was laid by this officer at Arlington Cemetery on that Day honoring our 1812 Veterans. And many of our Virginia Daughters attended and laid a chapter wreath at the reinterment of Eliza Monroe, daughter of President James Monroe at Hollywood Cemetery in the Fall of 2025. National Defense Chair Rosemary Smith reported 7 Chapters awarded JROTC medals and certificates to Cadets in 49 Schools across the Commonwealth. We also presented sic ROTC medals and certifi- cates to Cadets at Six Universities. Virginia Daughters were generous in their monetary donations, giving over $4600 which included donations to the General Fund, the Presidents National Project, Library, Maintenance and Virginia Hallway. Donations were also made to technology, schools and col- leges, American Merchant Marines, Fort McHenry, Old Fort Niagara, the Preservation of the Church of St. Michaels and All Angels. Monetary donations were also made to the VAVS at Richmond VA cen
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86 | AUGUST 2026 | U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter News From Across the Country CHAPTER, STATE & NATIONAL ACTIVITIES Meetings – Supporting our Veterans – Patriotic Education – Awards – Chartering – Anniversaries ARIZONA Arizona State Society Submitted by Mary Jane Forsythe, State President Society Awards Medals, Holds Kentucky Derby Day This officer has been very busy administer- ing to the Arizona Society business. We are very proud to report that we have awarded 25 JROTC medals to worthy Cadets in the Phoenix metropolitan area. It was a pleasure to hear from the presenters. Good job ladies. Left: Ladies Kentucky Derby Hat winners back row from left: Catherine Rogers, Sandy Raynor, Peggy Munson. Seated is Pat Morgal. Above: State President Mary Jane Forsythe presents the 2026 N.S.U.S.D. 1812 Outstanding Junior Award to Michael Swerlyk. John Tatum, Secretary/Treasurer Arkansas Society War of 1812; Kay Tatum, President DCW; Kimberley Stout, Treasurer John Eliot Chapter CD17th; Sheila Beatty, State President U.S.D. 1812; and Michael Dobbs, Chief Central Arkansas CDCE. This officer reported that Michael Swerlyk, was the recipient of the 2026 N.S.U.S.D. 1812 Outstanding Junior, at the National Associate Council meeting in April. Michael interviewed two veterans, one from Vietnam and one from the Gulf War and wrote two sto- ries that will be published in Veterans of Honor. She then presented him with a sash and pin. So proud of Michael and the award. We will also continue our combined project with 1812 and Daughters of the American Colonist (DAC) for the Holiday for Heroes Program through the Military Assistance Mission. This project is so rewarding and the looks on the children’s faces is just heart- warming. Three new members were installed. We also have four applications currently pending. Since it was Kentucky Derby Day, our ladies wore their “Derby Hat’s” and four ladies went away with a very nice prize for their outstand- ing creations. Next February our President National will be making her visit to beautiful Arizona. We are looking forward to having her visit. ARKANSAS Simon Bradford Chapter, Pine Bluff Submitted by Sheila Beatty, Arkansas State President Organizations Hold Another “Shower” for Veterans Members of Simon Bradford Chapter, U.S.D.1812, James Eliot Chapter Colonial Dames 17 th Century, and the Arkansas Society Daughters of Colonial Wars once again joined forces and held a “coat shower” for Veterans. This is the ninth year the three societies have collected and delivered coats for Veterans to Central Arkansas VA in North Little Rock. Representatives from the organizations are members of the CDCE Voluntary Services team and react, if possible, when a specific need is identified. A total of 150 men’s coats/jackets/winter outerwear, many
U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter | AUGUST 2026 | 87 Recording Secretary National Jerrie Townsend accepted awards on behalf of the State Society. 1. Ancestor Plaque Contributions: Category III Arkansas State, 2nd Place Tie 2. Cat III, 2nd Place Most Insignia Purchased 3. Cat III 1st Place Best Overall Support to the Star-Spangled Banner Flag House 4. Cat III 3rd Place Most Real Daughters/ ARKANSAS Arkansas State Society Submitted by Sheila Beatty, Arkansas State President Arkansas State U.S.D. 1812 Recognized for its Patriotic Activities in 2025 Representatives from Arkansas recently attended the 134th Associate Council of the National Society United States Daughters of 1812 (U.S.D. 1812) in Washington D.C. where the State organization and individuals received fourteen awards for work in locating and marking the graves of Veterans of the War of 1812 buried in Arkansas, support of our Veterans, support of schools and cham- pioning historical preservation. Recording Secretary National Jerrie Townsend, of the Pine Bluff Simon Bradford Chapter, accepted the awards on behalf of the State society. The State awards received were: (Not in any order) Real Grand Daughters Submissions 5. Cat III 1st Place Overall VAVS Program 6. Arkansas State Society Outstanding Lineage Research Work Individual Recognition: 1. Joan Davis, Arkansas State Treasurer 2. Veteran Care Through Service as a VAVS Representative- Sheila Beatty 3. Veteran Care Through Service as a VAVS Representative- Mary Ellen Laursen 4. Veteran Care Through Service as a VAVS Representative- Jerrie Townsend 5. Veteran Care Through Service as a VAVS Representative- Kay Tatum 6. Veteran Care Through Service as a VAVS Representative- Patricia McLemore 7. Veteran Care Through Service as a VAVS Representative- Arvetta Swift 8. Ancestor Plaque, Ensign John Purifoy, GA- Kimberley Stout A total of 14 awards is great for a State Society of only 103 members. new, plus other warm clothing was delivered to the VA after the meeting. Cash donations were also received as the need for men’s coats will be all winter. Especially needed were men’s larger coats, XXL-XXXXL. All three groups are committed to patriotic service and historical preservation. Members reside throughout the state. Members in their respective communities collected men’s coats in good repair during the winter season. Mrs. Whisenant’s 3rd Grade Class. ARKANSAS Baseline-Meridian Chapter, Little Rock Submitted by Sheila Beatty, Arkansas State President Chapter Donates Dictionaries to Acorn elementary School For several years, the Arkansas Society United States Daughters of 1812 (U.S.D. 1812) has encouraged its chapters to present third-grade students with dictionaries in their area. This practice is worldwide and known as the “Dictionary Project.” Arkansas State Chaplain U.S.D. 1812 and Baseline-Meridian Chapter Vice-President, Pat McLemore with her husband Charles, Chapter President of the DeSoto Trace Sons of the American Revolution, delivered 60 Dictionaries to 3rd grade students at the Acorn Elementary School, Polk County, AR. The couple visited the third-grade classrooms and individually presented the dictionaries and showed the children how to use the book. Mrs. McLemore asked the students if this was their first book and almost all of them raised their hands. The goal of the Dictionary Project is to assist all students in becoming good writers, active readers, creative thinkers, and resourceful learners by providing them with their own personal dictionary. The dictionaries are a gift to each student to use at school and at home for years to come. Educators see third grade as the dividing line between learning to read and reading to learn, so all are encouraged to give dictionar- ies each year to children in the third grade. With the support of local sponsors and volun- teers, the project wants to provide a dictio- nary to every third-grade student in the United States. In this way it is hoped to help them to improve their communication skills and make the most of their education. For more information visit www.dictionarypro- ject.org. The McLemores are residents of Mount Ida and have worked for years promoting patrio- tism, history and literacy.
88 | AUGUST 2026 | U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter Wendy Martel, Palm Beach Sheriff Crime Scene Investigator.Florida Daughters: L-R, Ann Waggaman, Linda Bennett, Teresa Bennett, Laura Allen FLORIDA Capt. John Cleveland Chapter, Palm Beach Area Submitted by Linda Bennett, Chapter President Chapter Hosts President National, Presents Awards The January meeting was at a member’s personal residence. We had a program by FLORIDA Treaty of Ghent Chapter,Tallahassee Submitted by Wilma Scofield, President Chapter Elects New Officers, Hold Patriotic Events The Treaty of Ghent Chapter 407 elected new officers at the January 31 meeting. Officers are President Wilma Scofield, Vice President Suzanne Haines, Chaplain Nancy Wheaton, Secretary Pat Bevis, Treasurer Alice Ervin, and Registrar Margaret Rankin. The President’s pro- ject is to visit War of 1812 sites and find, visit, and clean graves of 1812 soldiers. The Chapter was well represented at the Florida State U.S.D. 1812 meeting on February 6 at the Mission Inn in Howey in the Hills with seven members attending. On February 12, Wilma Scofield handed out peanut butter/cheese crackers/bubble gum to veterans at the Tallahassee VA Clinic. Nancy Wheaton with some friends laid a ings over three-day period at the Mission Resort located in Howey in the Hills, Florida. Our chapter increased the number of JrROTC Awards presented at High Schools in Palm Beach County and Broward Country from nine in 2025 to 12 in 2026. Two members attended their first National Council this past April. Teresa Bennett and Linda Bennett were able to attend the Saturday morning session. Wendy Martel, a Palm Beach Sheriff’s Crime Scene Investigator, who shared her twenty- year experience. She focused on the use of DNA and genealogy techniques used to solve crimes. Equipment used was on display as well as her CSI van. Three members attended our State Council which hosted President National Cher Sesma. The 1812 State Council was one of 11 lineage groups holding their state meet-
U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter | AUGUST 2026 | 89 Madelda Thompson and Kay McGee created a display at the Maitland Public Library for “Women’s History Month”.ABOVE: St. Michael and All Angels Table Setting. BELOW: Women’s History Month Library Display. FLORIDA Major Francis L. Dade Chapter, Orlando Submitted by Madelda Thompson, Chapter Historian Chapter Activities Began With Hosting “Lineage Societies of Central Florida The chapter began 2026 by hosting a “Lineage Societies of Central Florida” tent at the Central Florida Scottish Highland Games where they invited other smaller lineage societies in recruit- ing prospective chapter members. Later in January Kay McGee hosted a program about St. Michael and All Angels Church. Chapter mem- bers were invited to “bring their favorite teacups and enjoy a trip to Princetown, Devon, England.” The program included Florida State Chair Mary Courtemanche (left) and Sue Bratton presented JROTC awards at Godby High School in Tallahassee. Beverly Gentry and staff representing the church (all conducted via Zoom). Chapter members saw one of the videos and had Q & A with Marie Leverett,. In March chapter members Madelda Thompson and Kay McGee created a display at the Maitland Public Library for “Women’s History Month.” The display focused on presi- dential wives from Martha Washington through Dolley Madison and women spies during the American Revolution. The library followed this by inviting Chapter Patriot Education Chair Linda Rinker along with other members to pre- sent stories about the women spies. Currently, the chapter is having a terrific year in the areas of Service to Veterans chaired by Marlene Lambiaso and National Defense chaired by Madelda Thompson. wreath in downtown Lake City, Florida on February 24 for America 250! The Chapter also presented eleven ROTC/JROTC medals to honor cadets in our area. On March 21, Wilma Scofield and Mary Courtemanche set up a table at the Woodville Founders Day Celebration in Woodville, Florida. A display showing information about the U.S.D. 1812 Society was set up and brochures about the Society and Chapter were handed out to interested attendees. March 25, Wilma Scofield and Suzanne Terry visited Ft Mims in Stockton, Alabama to tour a War of 1812 site. On March 26 they visited the museum and grounds at Horseshoe Bend State Park in Daviston, Alabama. March 27, they vis- ited sites at Sylacauga, Fort Williams near Talladega Springs, and Military Memorial Park in Fayetteville, Alabama. They returned to Horseshoe Bend on March 28 to attend the 212th Commemoration of the Battle and heard the Indian side of the story. At the Chapter meeting on May 30, Suzanne Terry and President Scofield presented a program on Ft Mims and Horseshoe Bend titled “How Native Americans influenced the War of 1812”; a DVD on the Battle of Horseshoe Bend was also shown. Chairman Suzanne Haines presented informa- tion on the Natchez Trace.
90 | AUGUST 2026 | U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter Washington Memorial Library. Tommie Powell (L) and Mary Ballard (R) are shown presenting Rhett Wombles with certificate of appreciation and a donation to Veterans Projects. GEORGIA Major Phillip Cook Chapter, Macon Submitted by Sandra Darby, Honorary President Genealogy Day Connects Community With Its Roots at Washington Memorial Library The Genealogy and Historical Room at the Washington Memorial Library was alive with activity on July 11 as the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution and the United States Daughters of 1812 wel- comed visitors for a special Genealogy Day. The event brought together seasoned researchers, curious beginners, and local his- tory enthusiasts for a hands-on exploration of family heritage. Members from three local chapters par- ticipated in the event: the Sukey Hart GEORGIA Thomas McCall Chapter, Submitted by Pat Mercer, Chapter President Chapter Holds Patriotic Meeting, Elects Officers, Veterans Projects The Thomas McCall Chapter began the 2026 year with a program on how the Midway Hay Company of Wrightsville, GA, an ardent Chapter, led by Regent Cynthia Davis; the Mary Hammond Washington Chapter, rep- resented by Regent Sandra Darby; and the Major Philip Cook Chapter, led by President Patricia Thompson, of the United States Daughters of 1812. Volunteers from these chapters provided personalized guid- ance on tracing ancestral lines, interpreting historical documents, and understanding membership requirements for their respec- tive societies. Attendees had the opportunity to work one-on-one with experienced researchers while exploring the library’s extensive genea- logical resources, including census records, military service files, and local history collec- tions. Hosting the event in the Genealogy and Historical Room underscored the library’s role as a cornerstone for historical research in the community. For many participants, the day offered not only new research tools but also a meaning- ful connection to ancestors who helped shape the nation during the Revolutionary War and the War of 1812. supporter of local Veterans Organizations turns round bales of hay into an American Flag each year in time for the July 4th Celebration. Rhett Rumbles who works during the summer on the patriotic flag project explained how the flag began in 2019, and how each year since has featured a different flag from our American history. The Flag display located on US Highway 319 South receives hundreds of visitors each year. Members of the Governor Jared Irwin and John Laurens DAR Chapters joined our 1812 Chapter for a patriotic meeting in April. In recognition of America 250, we shared information about each chapter’s namesake. The red, white, and blue decorations set a fes- tive tone for the event and those attending received a handheld American 250 flag. Joyce Fennell, a chapter member and a true daughter of a Rosie Riveter presented the meeting program. She shared interesting stories of her mother, Sara, who worked in a camouflage net factory in Swainsboro. Joyce has done extensive research on the factory located in Swainsboro and obtained distinct items of historical significance on this factory and on the efforts of the Rosie the Riveter Association to recognize and honor the Rosies of World War II. Officers elected to serve for 2026-2028 are: President, Pat Mercer; 1st Vice President, Connie Page; 2nd Vice President, Sarah Williams; Recording Secretary, Dale Webb; Corresponding Secretary, Cherry Smith; Treasurer, Tonya Donaldson; Registrar, Judy Womack; Librarian, Mary Ballard; Historian, Martha Ann Tanner, and Curator, Karen Dana. Veteran projects included writing thank you messages on holiday greeting cards and donating canned goods to the VA Center in Dublin. Our meetings feature a flag report from our Flag Chairman, and a report by Judy Womack on St. Michael’s and All Angels Church. We welcomed Dianne Hickman Lovett as a new member. Jaida Pearson, a senior at Twiggs County High School, received the 1812 JROTC medal. Our chapter continues to grow in service and in membership.
U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter | AUGUST 2026 | 91 Louisiana Daughters at the tomb of Mrs. Mathilde Alpuente Bailey – Eileen Hagardorn, Ellyn Meier, Cielle Clemenceau, Lynda Moreau, Lora McDaniel, Denise Malesic, Candace Binder, and Christine Zazulak. At the grave of William Lewis - Mary Sue Darouse, Lynda Moreau, Yvonne Lewis Day, Karen Day White, Lora McDaniel, and Denise Malesic. LOUISIANA Louisiana Society Submitted by Cielle Clemenceau, Louisiana State Registrar Society Marking Graves Throughout South Louisiana The Louisiana Society has been marking graves of 1812 ancestors throughout south Louisiana. Grave markings were a primary focus of Lora McDaniel’s term as State President. On November 1, Daughters gathered at St. Louis #2 Cemetery in New Orleans. Christine Zazulak, Chalmette Chapter President, marked the grave of her ancestor Jean Baptiste Labatut, who served as an Aide to General Andrew Jackson during the Battle of New Orleans. Ellyn Meier, State Markers and Grave Location Chairman, and her sister Eileen Hagardorn honored their ancestor, Christoval DeArmes y Arzila, who served as Clerk of Court in New Orleans. Cielle Clemenceau, Capt. Henry McPherson President and Louisiana State Registrar, marked the grave of her ancestor, Norbert Fortier. Fortier was a Major in the 4th Regiment of the Louisiana Militia during the Battle of New Orleans. Also at St Louis #2 Cemetery, Daughters marked the grave of Mathilde Alpuente Bailey, a Real Granddaughter who the first President of the Louisiana Association Daughters of 1776 and 1812, which was organized in 1893 and later became the Louisiana Society US Daughters of 1812. Louisiana Daughters gathered with members of the Continental Society Daughters of Indian Wars for three joint markings. Last fall, members met in West Feliciana Parish to honor General Robert McCausland. McCausland participated in the Ohio Indian Campaigns in the early 1790s and commanded the 13th Regiment of the Louisiana Militia. A veteran of the Battle of New Orleans, he is the namesake for the U.S.D. 1812 chapter in Baton Rouge, LA. In March, Daughters met in Tangipahoa Parish to honor 2 more veterans. Lora McDaniel, honored her ancestor, John Bankston, who served in the Revolutionary War, in the Georgia Indian Wars, and in the LA Militia during the War of 1812. On the same day, Yvonne Lewis Day marked the grave of her ancestor, William Lewis, who was a Private in the Mississippi Territory Militia during the War of 1812. He served 3 different times, including engaging in battles with Creek Indians in Alabama. Lewis ended his service under Andrew Jackson at the Battle of New Orleans, to which he brought his own horse and sword. At the grave of Gen. Robert McCausland – members Bonnie Slaughter, Lynda Moreau, Lora McDaniel, Sandra Davis. Mille Daigre, Patricia Gallagher, Joy Mellinger, and Denise Malesic. Lora McDaniel and Mary Sue Darouse, with 2 other John Bankston descendants.
92 | AUGUST 2026 | U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter MARYLAND Maryland Society Submitted by Teresa Oyler, Honorary President Happy 250th Birthday Mary Pickergill Maryland Daughters and the public cele- brated the 250th Birthday to America’s Flag maker – Mary Young Pickersgill on February 12th, 2026, at the Star-Spangled Banner Flag House. Mary’s 250th birthday party was celebrated with a series of speakers on the life and times of Mary Pickergill, early American dance performances, and the cut- ting of Mary’s birthday cake. Our daughters all know Mary Young Pickersgill is best known as the seamstress of the Star-Spangled Banner flag, which flew high above Fort McHenry during the British bombardment of Baltimore on September 13-14, 1814. This battle inspired Francis Society discovers letters written by James Callaway. MISSOURI Missouri State Society Submitted Sally Napier Bueno Society Discovers Letters Joan Koechig, Missouri State Chair of Lineage and Historical Records and President of the St. Charles County Historical Society first discovered letters written by James Callaway while researching an exhibit on the American Revolution in the West at the Heritage Museum of St. Charles. Although Callaway is often remembered as the grandson of the famed frontiersman Daniel Scott Key to author the poem later set to lyrics known as “The Star-Spangled Banner” and in 1931 became our national anthem. But did you know by 1820 Mary had become sufficiently successful in her business to pur- chase the house she had been renting on Albemarie Street, and she lived there for the remainder of her life. Her successful busi- ness allowed her to become active in address- ing social issues decades before these issues became prominent concerns in society. Mary was instrumental in establishing the Impartial Female Humane Society to help needy Baltimore families with educating their children, and to help destitute women find employment. Pickersgill served as the president of this society from 1828 to 1851, and under her presidency a home for aged women was finally opened in West Baltimore in 1851 after a long planning and construc- tion process. Following her tenure as presi- dent, a home for aged men was then established adjacent to the women's home in 1869. In 1959 the two homes were combined and moved from west Baltimore to Towson, Maryland. In 1962 the new facility was named the "Pickersgill Retirement Community" in honor of the woman who had been instrumental in its creation and remains a vibrate retirement home today. HAPPY 250TH BIRTHDAY MARY!! Boone, he was also an important historical figure in his own right within early Missouri history. James Callaway migrated from Kentucky to Missouri around 1801 and settled in what is now Warren County. He served as deputy sheriff and tax collector for the St. Charles District and, in 1808, was appointed paymaster for the expedition led by William Clark that established Fort Osage. During the War of 1812, he served under Major Zachary Taylor in the Rock River Expedition and participated in military operations on the western frontier. The collection donated through the Missouri State Society, United States Daughters of 1812, consists of copies of fourteen handwritten letters by James Callaway to his wife, Nancy, during his military ser- vice from 1813 to 1815. Written while he was engaged in campaigns against hostile Native American forces, these letters provide a first- hand account of frontier warfare and military life during the War of 1812. The original collection is preserved at the Missouri Historical Society Library in St. Louis. These letters offer a personal glimpse into the experiences of a Missouri soldier serving on the western frontier. Through Callaway's own words, historians, descendants, and researchers gain valuable insight into the sacrifices, hardships, and daily realities faced by those who defended the young nation during the War of 1812. Their preser- vation ensures that an important chapter of Missouri's early history will remain available for future generations and represents a signifi- cant contribution to the documentary record of both Missouri and the War of 1812.
U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter | AUGUST 2026 | 93 MISSOURI James Kearney Chapter, Kansas City Submitted by Julie Ferguson, President Carol Greco Rauh Presented Spirit of 1812 Medal Missouri Daughters were honored to wel- come President National Cher Sesma for the presentation of the Spirit of 1812 Medal to St. Louis Pioneer Daughter, Carol Greco Rauh, during the one hundred twenty-fourth State Council in Columbia. For many years, Carol has devoted herself to researching the Sappington family, one of the earliest pioneer families to settle near Gravois Creek in 1806. The family patriarch, John Sappington II, a Revolutionary War veteran, purchased a 1,920-acre Spanish land grant in 1805 and migrated from Kentucky to Missouri with his wife, Jemima, and their seventeen living children. Their arrival marked the beginning of the extensive Sappington family holdings and legacy in Missouri history. The Sappington Cemetery was established in 1811 following the death of John’s daugh- ter, Sarah Sappington Glenn. Today, the one- acre cemetery is owned and maintained by the City of Crestwood and serves as the rest- ing place of nineteen veterans, most of whom are descendants or relatives of John Sappington II. Among them are eight known veterans of the War of 1812: William Lindsay Kearney Chapter Members were honored to meet President National Cher Sesma at the annual Missouri State Council held in Columbia, MO. on Saturday, March 14. From Left Front Row: Julie Thomas-State Vice President, President National Cher Sesma, Sally Bueno-Missouri State President; Back Row: Ann Robertson, Lavone Anglen, Tammy Thompson, Julie Ferguson- Chapter President, Marcia Hicklin, Joan Sturm. Long, Jonah Parke, Zephaniah Sappington, Thomas Sappington, Marcus Sappington, John Sappington III, Achilles Smith, and Richard Wells. Although five of these veterans had previ- ously been honored with War of 1812 mark- ers, three graves remained unmarked. Through Carol’s persistence and careful research, the necessary documentation and proofs were completed for Jonah Parke (1780–1846), Marcus “Mark” Sappington (1784–1854), and Achilles Smith (1783– 1883). As a result of her efforts, War of 1812 markers were placed at their graves during a dedication ceremony in 2024. Missouri Spirit of 1812 Medal Chair Ann Babington remarked, “Carol’s tireless efforts have not only preserved the history of this prominent St. Louis family but have also highlighted the importance of safeguarding the history found in small family cemeteries such as Sappington Cemetery.” MONTANA Montana State Society Submitted by Vicki Aznoe, State President Society Completes Promotional Material and Cards A new state project we completed this year was the development of promotional material and cards. We designed them to introduce the Montana residents to the sweeping saga of the Real Daughters of 1812, the women who marched west against all odds and settled our state. As we collect their stories, we grow more and more amazed at the grit, determination, and drive of these daughters and wives. Many came as widows, many were penni- less – but all were of such fine character that they dug in (literally – many were farmers!) and created bountiful lives for their families. A moving example of the sort of women that came west after the war is Mary Coddington Brooke. Her husband, Dr. Thomas F. Brooke, served in the War of 1812 as a surgeon in the Virginia Militia. He died in 1836, leaving his 40-year-old widow with a houseful of small children – ten to be exact. She was granted a Widows Pension and promptly assigned her 80 acres and headed west – to Montana. She followed her son here, crossing the plains “in primitive style,” and settled in. She is one of our earliest pioneers, appearing in Montana records by 1865. Mary never remarried and at the age of 82 she died in 1878 on her 64th wedding anniversary in Helena. Her obituary shows the depth of her struggles and the determination of a mother, saying, “The energy and force of her character for which she was noted en- abled her to rear and educate her children in a manner that reflects credit upon any parent. She had the satisfaction of seeing a number of them rise to positions of honor in the world. She possessed great force of character, stood firm for the true and right, and was kind-hearted and charitable to all, honored and loved most by those who knew her best.” True to the old article’s words, her chil- dren became leaders in the early years of Montana. Two of her sons, a doctor and an attorney, are buried in Montana. Her daughter Elizabeth, a Montana Real continued on next page
94 | AUGUST 2026 | U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter Daughter of 1812, was the wife of State Treasurer, Andrew H. Barret. Elizabeth organized the Daughters of the American Revolution chapter in our state capital, becoming its first Regent. Isn’t it a shame that our 1812 State Society just organized in 2021? If only we had organized 118 years ago – she might have formed the first 1812 Chapter in the state! Elizabeth was only one year old when her father, our 1812 Patriot, died, but 69 years later, his service in the war of 1812 was still so inspiring to her that she organized the second oldest chapter in the state that is still operating. The story of her father’s service – our Patriot – lives on because of “Lizzie”. Mary’s other daughter Rachel, also a Montana Real Daughter of 1812, was never married and died one year before her mother. All told, this patriotic and notable Montana family has given us three 1812 women to add to our list. Mary is one of only three 1812 Real Widows, and our only widow with two Real Daughters. A total of sixteen members of the Brooke family are buried in one plot in Helena, a testament to one woman’s influ- ence on generations of Montanans. “Mrs. Brooke,” her obituary concluded, “outlived her generation. Hers was a long and eventful life – one of faith in God and abounding in good words to her fellow crea- tures. Mrs. Brooke’s husband Thomas fought in the War of 1812, and at her death another one of the few links connecting us with Revolutionary times was broken. One of the pioneers of the Montana Territory is gone.” Mary might have slipped away from this earth, but our society has taken great encouragement from her story, knowing that we are continuing her legacy to remember and honor our patriots who fought to establish America. NORTH CAROLINA Commissioner Charles Gause No. 433 Chapter Submitted by Phyllis Wilson, Public Relations Chair The Battle of New Orleans Members of the Commissioner Charles Gause No. 433 Chapter of the National Society of the United States Daughters of 1812 gathered in Southport on an unusually warm and sunny Wednesday, January 8, 2026, to commemorate the Battle of New Orleans. This is the 12th year that the chap- ter has been celebrating this event. There were 21 ladies present. Two guests and 19 members. 1812 member Judy Ward provided an engaging address at the annual Battle of New Orleans Memorial. Central to her speech was the debate over whether the War of 1812 should be viewed as a direct continuation of the American Revolution or as a distinct and independent conflict. Ward examined argu- ments on both sides, noting that while the war was shaped by unresolved issues from the Revolution – such as sovereignty and ter- ritorial claims – it also reflected new chal- lenges that emerged in the early 19th century. Ward then addressed the post-Consti- tution era, emphasizing that economic poli- cies such as tariffs and ongoing British influence complicated the young nation’s efforts to define its boundaries in North America. She explained that these factors not only strained relations with Great Britain but also affected interactions with neighbor- ing Canada, Spanish territories, and the Native nations whose lands were caught in the crosscurrents of imperial ambition. In conclusion, Ward positioned the Battle of New Orleans as a defining moment that encapsulated the broader significance of the War of 1812. She urged continued scholarly debate on whether the war was a postscript to the Revolution or a unique conflict, emphasizing the importance of including all voices in the historical narrative. The last decisive battle of New Orleans, where enslaved men, freemen, and Indians who joined for only a short time, seeing that the war was not beneficial to them, left. So was the War of 1812 part of the American Revolution, or was it just a conflict? After celebrating the Battle of New Orleans, members visited Oliver’s Rest- aurant for refreshments, which gave every- one an opportunity to reflect on the day’s commemorations. Commissioner Charles Gause No.433 Chapter of the National Society of the United States Daughters of 1812 is a non-profit, non-political volunteer women's organiza- tion that promotes patriotism and knowledge of the history of the American people. The Society's guidelines require lineal descent from an ancestor who rendered military, naval, or civil service between the close of the American Revolutionary War in 1783 and the close of the War of 1812 in 1814. Military service may be in any of sixteen rec- ognized engagements between those dates. Contact the President at mruss021996@earthlink.net or the Registrar at palmer8100_1@verizon.net. Visit our chapter blog for additional informa- tion: https://no433chapterofusdaughter- sof1812.blogspot.com/. Left to right: Kathy Benedict, Pat Tucker, Susan Woodward, Librarian Martha Blacher, Susan DeGroote, Carol Jutte, Registrar Suzanne Palmer, Chaplain Linda Lashley, Anne Boone, Treasurer Cindy Sellers, Phyll
U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter | AUGUST 2026 | 95 several CJB Daughters, including NC State President Mary E Tatum and chapter pres- ident Lizzy Thier, attended the WAA ceremony and helped place the wreaths. A group of Captain Johnston Blakeley Chapter Daughters visited the North Carolina Museum of Art in March 2026. NORTH CAROLINA Captain Johnston Blakeley Chapter Submitted by Amanda Kellogg, Chapter Historian Chapter Supports Wreaths Across America Supporting Wreaths Across America is quite important for one North Carolina 1812 chapter. The Captain Johnston Blakeley is one of several WAA sponsors of Raleigh National Cemetery in Raleigh, NC. In December, 2025 several CJB Daughters, includ- ing NC State President Mary E Tatum and chapter president Lizzy Thier, attended the WAA ceremony and helped place the wreaths. And one Daughter, Joye Voshell, placed a wreath on the grave of her cousin, World War I Nurse Minnie B Parker, and was joined by several women attired in nurses' garments from a bygone era. The goal of WAA is to "Remember, Honor, and Teach" by placing balsam wreaths on the graves of fallen U.S. vet- erans from coast to coast. NORTH CAROLINA Captain Johnston Blakeley Chapter Submitted by Amanda Kellogg, Chapter Historian Chapter Holds a Fun Field Trip Field trips to art museums can be fun and also educational. A group of Captain Johnston Blakeley chapter Daughters visited the North Carolina Museum of Art in March, 2026, where they learned about the chapter's namesake and his family. The NCMA holds the French-style coffee and tea service that was gifted to Blakeley's daugh- ter, Maria, by the North Carolina General Assembly in about 1830. NC Honorary President Laura Cleveland Edwards related the story of the gift and CJB chapter vice president Nikole DeBrauwer pointed out many of the finer details of the set's workmanship. The NCA in Raleigh is a premier, publicly funded institution featuring a 5,000-year collec- tion spanning ancient to contemporary art.
96 | AUGUST 2026 | U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter From left: Isom Hodges, Durham VA Voluntary Service Specialist, CDCE; Kendra Monden, Durham VA Voluntary Service Officer; Scott Gagnon, Emily Cooper and Mary Ann Loss. NORTH CAROLINA North Carolina State Society Submitted by Mary Ann Loss, North Carolina National Defense Chair Society Awards Medals North Carolina 1812 chapters are doing their best to award ROTC and JROTC medals and certificates to deserving college and high school This past Spring all five chapters accepted the requests for medals that came from Mary Mortimer, the national chair for National Defense. Far right picture: Carol Jutte presented JROTC medals, certificates and cash to Cadet Captain Jessi Penland and Cadet Captain Payton Mays on May 13, 2026 at West Brunswick High School. students, respectively. This past Spring all five chapters accepted the requests for medals that came from Mary Mortimer, the national chair for National Defense. As a result, students from the Appalachian mountains to the Atlantic coast were honored for their academic excel- lence, leadership, military discipline, depend- ability, patriotism and upright character. NORTH CAROLINA Captain Johnston Blakeley Chapter Submitted by Amanda Kellogg, Chapter Historian CJB Volunteers Lauded During Volunteer Appreciation Week in April, 2026, two Captain Johnston Blakeley chapter members were among many North Carolina volunteers lauded by the Durham VA's leader- ship. Emily Cooper and Mary Ann Loss, who both have more than 300 volunteer hours as the CJB VAVS deputy and representative, respectively, were presented with certificates of appreciation. Mary Ann's husband, Scott Gagnon, was also thanked by the staff for his volunteer contributions. Volunteer Appreciation Week is an annual, dedicated time to honor the time, talents, and energy that volunteers contribute to support nonprofit missions and strengthen their communities.
U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter | AUGUST 2026 | 97 OKLAHOMA Oklahoma State Society Submitted by Diane Yancey King, President Dedicated State Officers Work Hard for Society We held a very successful State Council at Quail Creek Golf and Country Club Saturday, February 28, 2026. The State Officers have been busy with their duties throughout the year. A sizeable amount of donations were approved at State Council for various 1812 funds. The Society is very generous in their donations to the National Society.Oklahoma State Chair of the American Merchant Marine Library Committee Chair, Carol Comp, gave a won- derful power point program at our State Council entitled “Guardians of the Sea: America’s Merchant Mariners from Colonial Days through the War of 1812.” PENNSYLVANIA Pennsylvania State Society Submitted by Maribeh Wilt Seibert Society Marks Grave On May 16, 2026, the Pennsylvania State U.S.D. 1812 officially marked the grave of Captain John Reitzel U.S.D. 1812 War Row 1. L-R D King, D Talley, C Comp. Row 2. L-R L Cooper, J Harris, N Cotton Row 3. L-R J Mitchell, S Champlin, L Warmack R 4. L-R J Stone, N Nicholson, D Hardwick 5. L-R W Handley, E Muskrat, K Patterson. Above left: The Washingtonburg Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution graciously provided the Color Guard. Above right: Elizabeth Miller the Honorary Vice President General of the Pennsylvania U.S.D. 1812, Maribeth Wilt-Seibert State President of the U.S.D. 1812, and Carol Elfner Chapter President of the Robert Fulton Chapter of the U.S.D. 1812. Veteran at the Lancaster Cemetery 205 East Lemon Street Lancaster PA. In attendance were representatives of the Robert Fulton Chapter of the U.S.D. 1812, the George Ross Society of the Children of the American Revolution and the Donegal Witness Tree Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution.
98 | AUGUST 2026 | U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter Dolley Payne Madison member, Tracy Fazekas, presenting to Cadet Gianna Romba of McDowell High School. PENNSYLVANIA Dolley Payne Madison Chapter Submitted by Deborah Davis Chapter Presents ROTC Medal In 2026 the Dolley Payne Madison Chapter PA United States Daughters of 1812 was pleased to provide an ROTC medal and certificate to Cadet Genieve Muise of Duquesne University and to Cadet Alexander Nguyen of the University of Pittsburgh. Dolley Payne Madison Chapter was pleased to present a JROTC medal and certificate to Cadet Major Alexis Ireland of McKeesport Area High School; to Cadet Arianna Workman of Laurel Highlands High School presented by DPM member Beth Marker; to Cadet Luisa Medvedev of Seneca High School pre- sented by DPM member Tracy Fazekas; to Cadet Evan Cribbs of Plum Senior High School; to Cadet Aiziyah Arrington of Cathedral Preparatory School; to Cadet Gianna Romba of McDowell High School presented by DPM member Tracy Fazekas; to Cadet McKenzie Riggen of Albert Gallatin High School; and to Cadet Meghan Cerny of Pine-Richland High School. Bethea Chapter #490 members & guests in attendance from left: Bill Hester, Betty Hester, Brentlee Causey, Mary Alice Thompson, Peggi Sorrell, Tammy Herron, Denise Lane, Barbara Crawford, Frances Drayton, Donna Stokes, Ruth Barnett, Renee Burch Baxley, Kathryn Watkins, and Christina Ewing. Not pictured: Tom Barnett, Mike Sorrell, JROTC Color Guard & Instructor First Sergeant Bondre Carter. Honorary Vice President National Mary Armstong (left) and President National Cher Sesma. SOUTH CAROLINA Captain Elisha Bethea Chapter, Florence Submitted by Tammy Herron, Chapter Historian Chapters Enjoys Meeting President National, Attends Associate Council, Hosts Grave Marker Dedication and more Eleven Chapter members attended the 111th State Council Meeting on March 7, 2026, at the Piedmont Club in Spartanburg, SC. Members enjoyed meeting President National Cher Sesma and hearing her speak about various projects taking place on the National level. In April, State President and Captain Elisha Bethea Chapter member Mary Armstrong attended the 134th Associate Council during which she was elected to serve as Honorary Vice President National. Congratulations, Mary! The Chapter received an award for Patriotic Education via Book Donations, and Chapter members Mary Armstrong and Christina Ewing received awards for Outstanding Service to Veterans. On May 16, 2026, the Chapter hosted a Grave Marker Dedication honoring Private Matthew B. Brunson. Matthew, the second
U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter | AUGUST 2026 | 99 child of Matthew & Nancy Ann Brown Brunson, was born 27 April 1781, three months after the death of his father, who was killed in a skirmish with the Tories during the American Revolution. He married Maria Alston Bacot on 28 October 1801. According to one source, Matthew “lived comfortably…(and) was noted among his fellow citi- zens for his manliness and honesty.” He passed away at his home near Darlington, SC, on May 10, 1855, and is buried in the Brunson Family Cemetery. During the War of 1812, Matthew B. Brunson served as a private in Captain John K. McIver’s Company of Infantry, 3rd Regiment (Alston’s), South Carolina Militia commanded by Major William Fields. According to Company Muster Rolls dated 24 September to 22 State President Mary Armstrong; President National Cher Sesma; Chapter President Beth Swanger, and Past President Candice Morgan. Carolyn Nations explained how coloring books she has made can assist children with learning about the American Revolution. SOUTH CAROLINA Son of the Waxhaws Chapter, Taylors Submitted by Beth Swanger, Chapter President Chapter Having An Eventful Year The 2026 Son of the Waxhaws meetings have been very eventful so far. The Chapter hosted the 111th Annual State Council meeting on March 7 at the Piedmont Club in Spartanburg, SC. The speaker for the Jan. 12 meeting was Chapter member Colleen Knights. She presented an infor- mative and interesting program about Family Search. Five JROTC medals and certificates were awarded during the month of April to five cadets. Betsy McHugh presented to Cadet 1st Lieutenant Isabella Gallego at Southside High School in Greenville, SC on April 28. Candice Morgan presented to Cadet Elona Darby at Palmetto High School in Williamston, SC for David Mayo Chapter on April 28. Carolyn Nations presented to Cadet Caitlyn Maier at Pendelton High School in Pendelton, SC on April 27. Allison Strange presented to Cadet Jaeda Johnson at Spartanburg High School in Spartanburg, SC on April 23 and Beth Swanger presented to Cadet Alysa Romanello at Gaffney High School, Gaffney, SC on April 27. The May 11 chapter meeting featured Carolyn Nations as the Guest Speaker. Carolyn is a mem- ber of the South Carolina America Revolution Leadership Commission. The Commission com- memorates the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution in South Carolina by pro- moting the history, people, places and events. November 1814, Brunson was stationed at Haddrell’s Point (present- day Mount Pleasant, SC) to aid in the defense of Charleston harbor. During the ceremony, members of the Darlington High School JROTC served as the Color Guard. President Ruth Barnett and Vice President Denise Lane placed the wreath and unveiled the marker. Historian Tammy Herron presented information about the life and military service of Private Brunson. It is our duty to honor those who served during the War of 1812 to defend our young republic's sover- eignty, and it was especially memorable to pay tribute to the ancestor of two of our members that descend from Private Brunson, Renee Baxley and Anne Jenkins.
100 | AUGUST 2026 | U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter Left to right: Betty Lou Crowder, Betty Jo Henderson, Dianne Culbertson, Kelly Hagens-Swart, Gloria Evans, Martha Scott, Suzie Clement, and Sandra Lawton From left: Ann Blomquist holding the award and wearing the medal. TN State President Wanda Taylor is on the right. From left: Betty Lou Crowder, Kelly Hagens-Swart, Brenda Azzara, Sandra Lawton, Martha Scott, Sarah Jane Armstrong, Dianne Culbertson, Shelby Lollis, and Gloria Evans SOUTH CAROLINA David Mayo Chapter, Greenwood Submitted by Sandra Lawton, President Chapter Honoring America 250 Anniversary The David Mayo Chapter met January 15 at the Olde Eight Golf Club in Greenwood, South Carolina. This year we are honoring our 250th Anniversary Celebration with pro- grams on the Revolution. The January pro- gram was presented by member Sarah Jane Armstrong: “The American Revolution in Laurens County”. An 1812 Flag Moment was also given: “Protocol for the Salute to the Flag of 1812”. On May 21, member Martha Scott gave a program about her patriot ancestor: “James Markham Marshall, A Forgotten Patriot of Virginia”. In recognition of Memorial Day, a Moment was presented: “Honoring those who died while serving in the US Armed Forces”. TENNESSEE Tennessee Society Submitted by Wanda Taylor, President Society Welcomes Ann Blomquist The Tennessee Society welcomed Ann Blomquist as the evening speaker at the annual State Council. A dedicated volunteer with the East Tennessee Historical Center, Ann is widely respected for her work as a genealogist, author, and advocate for histori- cal preservation. For over fifteen years, Ann has generously contributed her time and expertise—without compensation—to support genealogical research, public education, and lineage- based historical programs. Her work has strengthened the East Tennessee Historical Society and enhanced access to Tennessee’s early history. Ann continues to volunteer both in person and remotely, devoting countless hours to research, editing, teaching, and mentoring. Her efforts ensure the accuracy and integrity of genealogical resources used by individuals tracing their Tennessee heritage. She has also led efforts to broaden partici- pation in genealogical programs, helping include historically underrepresented com- munities and promoting a more complete and inclusive historical record. In recognition of her outstanding contri- butions, Ann was presented with the Spirit of 1812 Award for her lasting impact on genealogical research, historical preserva- tion, and public history. The Tennessee Society currently has 488 members, including Juniors and FADDs. Several new applications have been submit- ted to National as the Society works toward reaching its goal of 500 members during this administration. All twelve Tennessee chapters remain actively engaged in their communities. Chapters continue to recognize and encour- age future leaders by presenting JROTC and ROTC awards to deserving students across the state. The Tennessee Society remains commit- ted to honoring history, supporting educa- tion, and strengthening community involvement. With continued dedication from its members, the Society looks forward to further growth and meaningful impact in the months ahead.
U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter | AUGUST 2026 | 101 Carolyn Nations explained how coloring books she has made can assist children with learning about the American Revolution From left: Texas State President Lorna Boerio Rankin, Mayor Bob Bruggeman (Texarkana, TX) and Assistant Mayor Ulysses Brewer (Texarkana, AR). Photo by Mary Andrlik, John Cavet President Photographer. Joy Graham, Crockett's Forge Seat Historian and the Daughter's of 1812 VAVS Representative collected $663 worth of items from the Crockett's Forge Seat members at the March meeting. She then delivered these items to the Veteran Services Department in Nashville. TENNESSEE Crockett’s Forge Seat Chapter, Brentwood Submitted by Lise Triggs, President Crockett’s Forge Seat Chapter N.S.U.S.D. 1812 Members Donate Food Crockett's Forge Seat Chapter N.S.U.S.D., 1812 members, Brentwood, TN, donated over $663 in items for homeless veterans on March 19, 2026, at their chapter meeting. VAVS Chair, Joy Graham, collected the sup- plies and delivered them to the Nashville Veterans Hospital, in Nashville, TN, on April 8, 2026. TEXAS John Cavet Chapter, Dallas Submitted by Mary Andrlik, President Chapter Installs Officers, Dedicate Historic Marker John Cavet Chapter members enjoyed brunch and program at their May 1meeting. Featured were State President and John Cavet mem- ber Lorna Rankin’s remarks on her State President’s Project and the installation of officers for the 2026-2028 administration. Mrs. Crockett's Forge Seat Chapter has been volunteering and donating supplies to the Nashville Veteran's Hospital in Nashville for several years now. Our members are very generous and participate often in providing donations and assistance. Rankin’s State Project seeks to benefit veterans in the various VA Hospitals around Texas. It involves working through the VAVS Committee to supply the hospitals with the items they need for the personal use of the vets. Donated funds will be used to purchase items and forward them directly to the hospitals. Of course, there is a State President’s Project Pin available to support the cause. Officers for the upcoming biennium include the following: President Mary Andrlik; 1st Vice President Sally Czerwinski; 2nd Vice President Sheryl Standifer; Chaplain Sandy Bassett; Secretary Verna Graff-Gessman; Treasurer Lea Humphreys; Registrar Jackie King; Historian June Gunn; Librarian Mary Anne Davidson. Thanks to State President Rankin for her explanation of her project and the installation of the new officer slate. On Friday, May 15, a group of John Cavet members joined State President Rankin in Texarkana, Texas, to celebrate the dedication of an historic marker focusing on the Freeman-Custis Red River Expedition. Joining Mrs. Rankin were other John Cavet members Mary Andrlik, Cathy Straley, and Missy McPherson. Mrs. Rankin explained that the project had its inception during the previous State administration and was completed in hers. DATELINE: 1806 Thomas Jefferson was into his second term as President. He was keen to learn about the land acquired by the Louisiana Purchase. To accomplish this goal, he selected Thomas Freeman, a surveyor, and Botanist Dr. Peter Custis. N. B. Custis’notes on 267 plants and animals in the Red River Valley are an “invaluable reference for environmental history.” Jefferson tasked the team with the following: document the local flora and fauna; survey the river; establish contact with the local populations (the Caddo and Alabama-Coushata First Peoples); and assess the land for future American settlement. Congratulations to Mrs. Rankin, two term John Cavet President (2010-2014) and now State President, on the comple- tion of this project.
102 | AUGUST 2026 | U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter Members enjoyed private tour of the Port of Corpus Christi. Left: Colleen Lynch Petosa delivered an informative program on U.S.D. 1812 schools. Right: Chapter President Sue Harl was delighted to receive Colleen’s gift of flowers. TEXAS Old Bayview Chapter, Corpus Christi Submitted by Jacqie Perabo Chapter Tours the Port of Corpus Christi On Saturday, February 28, 2026, members and guests of the Old Bayview Chapter, United States Daughters of 1812, enjoyed a fascinating private tour of the Port of Corpus Christi in TEXAS Johnson Creek Chapter, Cypress Submitted by Karen Carpenter, Historian Chapter Holds Informative Program on U.S.D. 1812 Schools Johnson Creek Chapter was most pleased on May 21, 2026, with Colleen Lynch Petosa delivering an informative program on U.S.D. 1812 Schools sup- ported by the monetary gifts of membership. We learned of various ways to give additional support ie Box Tops for Education accepted by Crossnore Communities for Children. Hindman Settlement School Amazon Wish lists, ink jet cartridge recycling, and volunteering as a Virtual Tutor two days a week for two hours each! Johnson Creek Chapter President Sue Harl and members were delighted to receive Colleen's 'colorful gift of flowers' with a reading of each officers indi- vidual responsibility in a two-year term to serve, dur- ing the Installation of Officers. Plans were made for members to attend at Rose Garden Tea Room in Gracie Lane, Arlington at a lunch/combined meeting on October 21, 2026, as our 10th year of being founded was October 1, 2016! Corpus Christi, Texas. The visit began with an informative presen- tation highlighting the history, development, and national importance of the Port of Corpus Christi—one of the largest and most significant ports in the United States. Following the pre- sentation, participants toured the port facilities and learned more about its vital role in inter- national trade and energy transportation. Each attendee received a commemorative copy of 100 Years – The Port of Corpus Christi along with a flash drive containing the presen- tation that was shown prior to the tour. The chapter members greatly appreciated the opportunity to learn more about this impor- tant local landmark and its impact on both the regional and national economy.
U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter | AUGUST 2026 | 103 Members attend annual ceremony honoring James Monroe. Several members were honored to attend the “Welcome Eliza Home” ceremony. The chapter donated a copy of Mrs. VornDick’s book to the 1812 library in Washington DC. VIRGINIA James Monroe Chapter, Fredericksburg Submitted by Connie Schroeder, President James Monroe Chapter Hears Lecture about Eliza’s True Story The members of the James Monroe Chapter had the opportunity to listen to author Barbara VornDick tell the story of Elizabeth “Eliza” Kortright Monroe Hay, the eldest daughter of James Monroe, fourth President of the United States. Barbara enlightened the chap- ter as to the history of the James Monroe fam- ily and how his political career impacted the family. During her father’s administration, Eliza performed the duties of first lady because of her mother’s health issues. After the death of her father and mother, she went to live in Paris, France for a time, but planned to return home. Because she never received her inheritance, she was unable to travel back to America and died ill and destitute in France and was buried there in the Père Lachaise cemetery in Paris. Her grave, over the years, had been damaged and was going to be declared abandoned. Her remains would have been stored in an ossuary box, as is the custom for abandoned graves in France. Mrs. VornDick’s lecture and book Eliza’s True Story: The First Biography of President Monroe’s Eldest Daughter details Eliza’s life and the efforts to repatriate her remains home to Virginia to rest with in the Monroe family plot in Hollywood Cemetery in Richmond. The chapter donated a copy of Mrs. VornDick’s book to the 1812 national library in Washington, DC. The chapter made a donation to the Bringing Eliza Home Project, and several members were honored to attend the “Welcome Eliza Home” ceremony held at Oatlands in Leesburg in June and the reinternment ceremony at the Monroe family graveside in Hollywood Cemetery in Richmond, Virginia, that was held in October. The chapter was honored to have a small part in bringing Eliza home to Virginia. Also, several chapter members attended the annual ceremony to honor James Monroe at his birthplace in Westmoreland County, Virginia. Connie S. Schroeder, Chapter President, presented a wreath on behalf of the chapter. Virginia State President, Dr. Cheryl Brown Davis, was also in attendance and pre- sented a wreath for the State Society.
104 | AUGUST 2026 | U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter104 | AUGUST 2026 | U.S.D. 1812 News-Letter The N.S.U.S.D. 1812 Museum, located on the second floor of 1463 Rhode Island Avenue NW, is divided into four main rooms: the Military Room, which provides general information about how the war of 1812 came about and the areas of our nation affected by the war; the Andrew Jackson room and the January 8, 1815, Battle of New Orleans that cemented our win over the British; the flag room, which features 1812 flags and uniforms; and the U.S. Daughters room, which features information on the early founders of our Society. Prominent in the Military Room is a large case with a variety of artifacts donated by U.S. Daughters, chapters, Donations By 1812 Daughters Remember Their Ancestors N.S.U.S.D. 1812 Library & Museum Now open on select days; please visit the national website for specific dates and times In each issue of the national 1812 News~Letter, your Curator National will highlight museum item(s) along with its history and significance to the War of 1812. We are fortunate to have so many items donated by members, chapters, and state societies over the years. The Society does not need any objects at this time; however, financial contributions are always welcome and appreciated! If you have questions about a particular item or wish to visit the museum during a trip to Washington, DC, I would be happy to assist you. 1463 Rhode Island Ave., N.W., Washington D.C. 20005-5402 | contact@usdaughters1812.org. 202.745.1812 N.S.U.S.D. 1812 Museum Collection A large case in the Military Room holds a variety of artifacts donated by members, chapters, and state societies. and state societies, that provide a human perspective to this critical time in our nation’s history. Some of the items in the display case: • Daguerreotype Broach of William Kerr (1758-1832), served in the First Regiment, 1812 Volunteers, Pennsyl- vania Militia, gift of great-great grand- daughter Vivian Wolsey Fowler • Salve jar carried during the war of 1812 by Dr. Jesse Bennett (1769- 1842). Surgeon of the Second Virginia Regiment during the War of 1812. Gift of great-great niece Lillie Hogg. Dr. Bennett is said to have been the first to perform a successful Caesarean sec- tion on his wife Elizabeth Hogg Bennett in 1794. • Handwritten statement by Matt Hainey at Camp Tatum 24 June 1814, certifying that he “appeared and entered his name in the place of Davis Gurley of the 51 Regt T. M. for to perform his tour of duty in the U.S. Service for six months.” Certified by W. M. Newlin Captain, Infantry T. M. in the U.S. Service • Brass Belt Buckle, worn by Marshall McGraw, soldier, War of 1812; given by his widow, a Real Daughter, of the South Carolina State Society • Eagle Brass Buckle with 17 stars between its outstretched wings, worn by Alfa Bailey, 7th Regiment, Hockanum, CT. Gift of Hartford CT Chapter in honor or Mrs. P Jenne Warren, Honorary Vice President National, April 26, 1949 • American Eagle Medallion (3 ½ inch diameter, brass, black silk rosette) worn on a soldier’s uniform War of 1812, gift of New Jersey State Society President Mariam Podgorski Many of these items were donated to the U.S. Society by descendants of War of 1812 Patriots before the 1463 build- ing was purchased in 1992.
DON’T MISS THE BOAT! Mark Your Calendars for the 135th Associate Council April 1-3, 2027 Washington, District of Columbia 吀ursday: Open House and Welcome Tea at our Rhode Island Avenue National Headquarters Friday: Events begin at the Georgetown Marriott; including the Memorial Service, the Awards Luncheon and the National Defense Banquet Saturday: Events continue including election of National Officers and the Celebration Luncheon Check the Associate Council website for information and updates: https://members.usdaughters1812.org/135AssocCouncil/ —