Registration closed on March 7 for our Spring Meeting in Washington, D.C. Stay tuned to our website, Facebook group, and the next issue of Spirit of ‘76 Magazine where we will share photos and stories from the event.
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North Carolina Governor Represents DSDI at The Crossing of The Dan
North Carolina Governor Sheryll Albert represented DSDI at the 244th Anniversary Commemoration of The Crossing of The Dan, held on February 15, 2025, and had the honor of presenting the DSDI Wreath. Unfortunately, due to the Dan River being in flood stage, all outdoor events were canceled. However, the event’s indoor programs more than compensated …
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Register Now to Attend Our Spring Meeting
Online Registration for the spring Washington D.C. meeting is now live on our website. Visit the Member Dashboard for the link. Members will need to be logged in to register. The registration form also provides details on making your hotel reservations and the meeting activities. Make sure you check out the resources our meeting host D.C. Governor …
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Make Hotel Reservations Now for Our Spring Meeting
We are happy to announce that the Washington Marriott Georgetown Hotel has made the room block available for our Spring meeting, which is April 4-5. Please visit the Member Dashboard for the link to make your reservations now. You may choose to arrive a day early on Thursday if you would like extra time to …
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Capt. Hamilton Coolidge, Descendant of Thomas Jefferson, Reinterred After 106 Years
by John Hamilton Works, Jr. Capt. Hamilton Coolidge, a World War I flying ace from the 94th Aero Squadron and the third great-grandson of Thomas Jefferson, was reinterred in the village of Chevières, France, on September 15, 2024, where he was shot down during an aerial engagement 106 years ago. The reinterment was organized to …
Pennsylvania Only Has One “n” on the Liberty Bell
A post has been circulating on social media about Pennsylvania being spelled with only one “n” on the Liberty Bell. Well, it’s true! Click here to read the original article from the History Facts website. Thank you to John Works for sending this to me. Have you seen something interesting that should be shared with …
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Now Accepting Scholarship Applications for 2025-2026
We are now accepting applications for the DSDI Scholarship for the 2025-2026 academic year. All applicants must be DSDI members as of October 2024. Please review the rules, regulations, and tips for success on this page. The deadline is Friday, March 21, 2025. Applications can be submitted here: https://dsdi.awardspring.com
Signers’ Honor Roll Launches in Honor of Veterans Day
As the country celebrates Veterans’ Day, the DSDI is publishing the Signers’ Honor Roll, a record of the signers’ military service. You can view the Honor Roll here. Did we miss the military service of your signer? Send an email to [email protected] and let us know. Include your source in the message.
DSDI Honors Two Signers’ Wives in New Haven, Connecticut
A beautiful New England day at Grove Street Cemetery in New Haven, Connecticut, was the perfect setting to dedicate plaques to Rebecca Minot Prescott Sherman (2nd wife of Roger Sherman) and Ann Thompson Gerry (wife of Elbridge Gerry). Massachusetts Governor Ellen Brinker organized the event and Marianne Brinker, Shelley Cruz, Duke and Gaby Beecher, and …
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Registration has closed for our Fall Meeting
Registration closed on October 1. Stay tuned to our website, Facebook group, and the next issue of Spirit of ‘76 Magazine where we will share photos and stories from the event.