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New committee formed by National Society Sons of the American Revolution aims to honor Black, Indian and women patriots who helped in the struggle for American liberty by expanding membership to include their descendants
Coordinated effort with National Mall Liberty Fund D.C. expected to add fuel to campaign to build a memorial to honor black patriots and freedom seekers on the Mall in Washington, D.C.
Louisville, Kentucky (August 4, 2005) -- Roland G. Downing, the newly-elected President General of the National Society Sons of the American Revolution (SAR), announced today that he has created a National Committee to honor Black, Indian and women patriots and to help their descendants celebrate this heritage and join compatriots and fellow citizens in promoting the Nation's common history.
'Because it is a fact of history that the American Revolution was fought by whites, Blacks, native Americans and other minorities standing shoulder-to-shoulder and heart-to-heart, the SAR of the 21st Century is determined to reach out to Americans of every shade to encourage them to embrace their heritage and join us as brethren,' Mr. Downing said."