In July 1775, the Second Continental Congress continued to grapple with the escalating conflict with Great Britain, taking key actions like creating the Continental Army and adopting the Olive Branch Petition. George Washington officially took command of the Continental Army on July 3rd. The Congress also approved a Declaration of Causes outlining the reasons for taking … Read more
Our Mission: 137 Years of Monuments Since our founding in 1888, one of the purposes of the Pennsylvania Society of Sons of the Revolution has been to memorialize the sites of Revolutionary War actions in our region, of which there are many. In our 137 years, the Society and its Color Guard have commissioned, … Read more
The Semiquincentennial is already upon us. Not only do we celebrate our ancestors every day of every year (it’s our mission, after all), but for our ancestors, the Revolution began, in earnest, in 1775 with The Shot Heard Round the World (Lexington & Concord). As we begin to remember, recognize, and celebrate the dates and … Read more
As we all celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence – the Semiquincentennial – we should also commemorate the founding of the military services that gained our independence and have defended us for 250 years. In 1775, the Navy and Marine Corps were founded in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and launched their fight for … Read more
Sunday, April 27, 2025 A bright April afternoon, mild and breezy, Society members and guests gathered at Washington Memorial Chapel in Valley Forge, Pennsylvania to commemorate the encampment at Valley Forge in the winter of 1777-78. Our annual Society church service is always a statement event, encompassing history, commemoration of our ancestors, memorializing recently … Read more
Society Younger Members Spring Social – thank you for attending If you would like to find out more information about any of the sponsor Societies or organizations, please see below: Pennsylvania Society of Sons of The Revolution Founded in 1888, with a mission “to perpetuate the memory of the men who achieved our … Read more
The 137th Annual Meeting of the Pennsylvania Society of Sons of The Revolution was held on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, at the 23rd Street Armory of The First Troop Philadelphia City Cavalry, with over 130 members in attendance. This was, without doubt, the largest attendance we’ve had at an Annual Meeting in recent memory. … Read more
Michael C. Harris, author of definitive books on the British army’s Philadelphia Campaign of 1777, spoke to the society on March 4 about the key role that the Battle of Brandywine played in the American Revolution. Harris said that, although suffering a military defeat, Gen. Washington won in the big picture by keeping the patriot … Read more
Our Lancaster County Chapter has had an active few months, including the chapter’s Washington’s Birthday Party, their 2025 Annual Meeting and elections of new officers, and an exciting summer that includes the Lafayette 200th celebrations. Washington’s Birthday Party took place at Pheasant Run Inn in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, and treated everyone in attendance to a … Read more
The Society held its annual Washington’s Birthday Ball celebration on Saturday, February 15th, at The Ballroom at Ellis Preserve in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania. A spectacular venue served as the backdrop for our grand celebration, which began with a welcoming reception at 6 PM with plentiful hors d’oeuvres and cocktails. At a little before 7:30 … Read more