Patriotism

THE PREAMBLE TO THE CONSTITUTION OF THE UNITED STATES

“We the people of the United States, in order to form a more perfect Union, establish Justice, insure domestic tranquility, provide for the common defense, promote the general welfare, and secure the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity, do ordain and establish this Constitution for the United States of America.

THE PLEDGE TO THE UNITED STATES FLAG

“I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.”

THE PLEDGE TO THE GEORGIA STATE FLAG

“I pledge allegiance to the Georgia Flag and to the principles for which it stands: Wisdom, Justice and Moderation.”

THE AMERICAN’S CREED

I believe in the United States of America as a Government of the people, by the people, for the people; whose just powers are derived from the consent of the governed; a democracy in a republic, a sovereign nation of many sovereign States; a perfect union, one and inseparable, established upon those principles of freedom, equality, justice, and humanity for which American patriots sacrificed their lives and fortunes. I therefore believe it is my duty to my Country to love it; to support its Constitution; obey its laws; to respect its Flag; and to defend it against all enemies.
by William Tyler

History

Meadow Gardens in Augusta is one of Georgia’s oldest homes. It is a national landmark owned and operated by the Georgia State Society of Daughters of the American Revolution. It was built and occupied by George Walton, one of the Georgia signers of the Declaration of Independence.

In 1540, Hernandez de Soto first explored the land which was to become Georgia. James Edward Oglethorpe was granted a royal charter by King George II on June 9, 1732. Oglethorpe established the first permanent settlement in 1733. Georgia was the last of the original 13 colonies to be established. Georgia had three representatives sign the Declaration of Independence: George Walton, Dr. Lyman Hall, and Button Gwinnett.

Do you like history? Do you enjoy preserving or researching our past? Whether you are a professional genealogist or just a history buff, there is a place for you in the Andrew McBride Chapter to learn and share your interest and skills. Below are a sample of some of the DAR committees that work with history and genealogy.

American Heritage: Promotes preservation of historic sites and American cultural traditions.

Genealogical Records: Over 18,000 volumes of unpublished source records have been copied and bound for the DAR Library.

Historic Preservation: Oversees awarding of the Historic Preservation Medal and supervises the Historic Preservation Project Contest; documents historic site preservation and research.

Lineage Research: Those knowledgeable in genealogy assist prospective members and hold workshops.

President General’s Project: “Celebrate America!” is a project focusing on the restoration and improvements to the NSDAR complex of historic buildings, promoting membership, technological advances, enhancing the awareness of DAR, and funding community grants that further the objectives of the organization.

Seimes Technology Center:/ Repository for electronic genealogical resources and microforms of state records not found elsewhere.