Membership in the Daughters of the American Revolution honors and preserves the legacy of your Patriot ancestor(s). Over two hundred years ago, American Patriots fought and sacrificed for the freedoms we enjoy today. As a member of DAR, through participation in the National Society’s various programs and activities, you can continue this legacy by actively supporting historic preservation, promotion of education, and patriotic endeavors.
To be eligible, you must be 18 years or older and be a direct descendant of an ancestor who aided in the cause for American Independence between the Battle of Lexington on April 19, 1775, and the withdrawal of British troops from New York on November 26, 1783.
If someone in your family was or is a member of the DAR, you may apply in connection with that family member.
There are many ways your ancestor could be on record as a Patriot including:
Research Tools
In order to prepare your application for membership, our Saratoga Chapter Registrar will guide you in how to obtain the necessary documents and information required for proof of lineage. Our Registrar, Corinne Scirocco, is available to help anyone in need of assistance. You can email her at county019@hotmail.com.
You can also get started by researching these sites at NSDAR.org. Worksheets and tips are also available at this site.
To be eligible, you must be 18 years or older and be a direct descendant of an ancestor who aided in the cause for American Independence between the Battle of Lexington on April 19, 1775, and the withdrawal of British troops from New York on November 26, 1783.
If someone in your family was or is a member of the DAR, you may apply in connection with that family member.
There are many ways your ancestor could be on record as a Patriot including:
- Military Service
- Signers of the Declaration of Independence
- Civil Service
- Patriotic Service
Research Tools
In order to prepare your application for membership, our Saratoga Chapter Registrar will guide you in how to obtain the necessary documents and information required for proof of lineage. Our Registrar, Corinne Scirocco, is available to help anyone in need of assistance. You can email her at county019@hotmail.com.
You can also get started by researching these sites at NSDAR.org. Worksheets and tips are also available at this site.
- DAR Library
- The DAR Genealogical Research System is available from the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution for the purposes of general research and assisting with the DAR membership process.
“Joining the DAR has brought history alive for me. I never imagined joining the Saratoga Chapter, NSDAR, would enrich my vision of history.”
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