In a message dated 6/4/2002 3:03:24 AM Central Daylight Time, AMERICAN-REVOLUTION-D-request@rootsweb.com writes: > I was just pointing out that just because an ancestor isn't listed in > the DAR does not indicate that they didn't serve. I can prove descent > but somehow I don't think the DAR will take me......a gender thing I > think! Norb Norb and others.... are you aware that there is an SAR? Sons of the American Revolution. It is a fine group and very active. There's also a group for children... a wonderful way for kids to be involved in a very patriotic effort. I was impressed to learn that many DAR Chapters have annual Essay Contests to encourage young students. Carol