Past President General Bruce Laubach represented the DSDI at the Williamsburg Chapter SAR commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the Gunpowder incident on May 3. This is when Patrick Henry led his Virginia Militia to Williamsburg in an attempt to take back the gun powder Lord Dunmore had removed from the powder magazine in Williamsburg. …
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DSDI Well Represented at President James Monroe’s 267th Birthday Celebration
First Vice President Andy Keller, Past President General Bruce Laubach, and members Angus Lamond and Robinnette Wroble represented DSDI at the 267th birthday of our fifth President James Monroe on April 28. His birthday was remembered at his gravesite at Hollywood Cemetery in Richmond, Virginia. Bruce presented a wreath on DSDI’s behalf; one of over 50 wreaths …
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First Vice President Represents DSDI at St. John’s Church
First Vice President Andy Keller represented DSDI at St. John’s Church in Richmond, Virginia, on April 25. The society plans to host its Spring 2027 meeting at this location.
Remembering a DSDI Member on the Anniversary of the Sinking of the Titanic
If your social media feed is anything like mine on this date, it is full of stories about the ill-fated Titanic, which tragically sunk in the Atlantic on April 14, 1912, killing approximately 1,500 people. It may surprise you to learn that one of those that died, Charles Duane Williams, was a DSDI member. If …
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Annual Meeting Itinerary Available on Member Dashboard
Registration for the 2025 Annual Meeting in Philadelphia will launch as soon as all details have been finalized. Watch the Website, official DSDI Facebook group, and the President General’s eBlast for the announcement that registration is live. Meanwhile, the itinerary for the annual meeting has been posted on the Member Dashboard.
Scholarship Application Deadline is March 21
The deadline to submit an application for the DSDI scholarship is Friday, March 21. Does the scholarship chair have your transcript(s)? Are both letters of recommendation submitted? Make sure your application is complete. If you’re an applicant, watch for emails from DSDI Scholarship Chair Jill Haimes.
Registration Closed for Spring Meeting
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.
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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