Margaret Gregg Gordon Chapter, NSDAR
Kingstree, South Carolina
The Historic Williamsburg County Courthouse courtesy of Wikipedia
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The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR or DAR) is a nonprofit, nonpolitical volunteer service organization composed of women with a common purpose of serving their communities through education, historic preservation, and patriotism.
Margaret Gregg Gordon Chapter, NSDAR, members are lineal descendants of men and women who gave their lives and fortunes to establish the United States during the American Revolutionary War. Our members predominately live in the greater Kingstree and Williamsburg County area.
As a volunteer women's service organization, we are dedicated to promoting historic preservation, education, patriotism and honoring the Patriots of the American Revolutionary War.
If you are interested in learning more about our membership, please contact us here. If you need assistance in tracing your lineage, please contact our Chapter Registrar for assistance!
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About the Margaret Gregg Gordon Chapter, NSDAR
The Margaret Gregg Gordon Chapter, NSDAR, was chartered in Kingstee, South Carolina, on January 14, 1915.
Who was Margaret Gregg Gordon?
Margaret Gregg Gordon was an unsung heroine whose courage and quick thinking played a vital role during the American Revolution in South Carolina.
When General Sir John Doyle arrived in Camden from Charles Town, Margaret overheard his plans to order two Loyalist armies to drive Francis Marion out and skin him. Undeterred, she hand-copied the plans and dispatched them via Marion's trusted scouts, saving many patriots the night the message arrived.
Another time, Margaret heard Colonel Banastre Tarleton's intentions to go after Marion, she sprang into action, riding forty miles on horseback to warn him. Her swift response ensured Marion's safety and the continued fight for freedom.
Margaret also faced Loyalists plundering her home. Spotting the approach of Patriot reinforcements, the men retreated. Amidst the chaos, one of the fleeing men found himself entangled in a barbed fence. Margaret, displaying remarkable agility and determination, swiftly pursued and apprehended him, ensuring his capture until the Patriots could take him as a prisoner.
Margaret's remarkable actions exemplify the pivotal role women played in safeguarding the Patriot cause during the American Revolution.
Information provided by the South Carolina 250 Committee
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Our chapter participated in an Arbor Day tree planting in yard of the 1749 Thorntree House to enhance the grounds while the home is being preserved. We have also celebrated Arbor Day by planting a tree in Kellahan Park, site of the historical marker commemorating the Battle of Kingstree and a kiosk from the Francis Mation Trail titled “Kingstree: Gathering Vital Intelligence.”
We are actively working with the Williamsburg County 250 Committee to replace the historic marker that our Chapter placed at the County Courthouse over 50 years ago.
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Our chapter members are involved in our community by educating the public on the proper flying of the flag by giving out information as well as honoring locals with NSDAR Flag Certificates throughout Williamsburg County for flying the Stars and Stripes on their homes and businesses.
Chapter members donate American flags and provide lessons to church groups on the history and proper flying of the American flag. We honor local students by awarding NSDAR Good Citizen Awards and NSDAR American History Awards.
In partnership with the Williamsburg County Public Library and our local technical college, chapter members coordinate Constitution Day displays highlighting the importance of this important document in the creation of America.
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In addition to our work promoting proper American Flag use, our chapter members decorate a patriotic Christmas Tree annually with many homemade ornaments at the local Veterans Affairs Office, participate in local 9/11 and Memorial Day events, and participate in Wreaths Across America each year.
We also participate in flag retirement ceremonies as well as write 200 holiday cards annually for local veterans. We encourage our members and our community to wear R.E.D. (Remember Everyone Deployed) on Fridays.
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