In a message dated 12/6/2004 12:54:04 P.M. Central Standard Time, CFlanders@hot.rr.com writes: I will remind those of you that have not submitted your materials for inclusion in the DAR or SAR, you will asked to prove by written evidence, of which, public record is the best, to prove your links to your antecedents. Doc, I can verify the above statement. As a member of NSSAR with 5 proven revolutionary ancestors I can state that genealogy without documentation is speculation. I have another ancestor for whom I am missing one link to one generation to prove my descent. It's frustrating, but one day I'll find it. All we're all really trying to do is put some flesh on the bones. Regards, Mike Johnston Oswego IL