Honoring History – DAR and C.A.R. join in the 250th anniversary celebration of Concord’s fight for freedom in 1775

(The Parson Roby Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution [DAR] issued the following press release this week regarding members’ trip to Concord, Mass., on April 19.)

The town of Concord was full of pride, patriotism, and plenty of tri-corner hats as people gathered to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the start of the American Revolution. The annual Patriots’ Day parade and remembrance events were bigger and more meaningful than ever this year—and the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) and the Children of the American Revolution (C.A.R.) were right in the heart of it.

Members Gail Cassarino, Cynthia Morrisette and Yadiel Wilcock of the Parson Roby Chapter, DAR and Judge Samuel Holten Society, C.A.R. were among the participants and showed up in full spirit—dressed in colonial-style clothing—marching in the parade and joining in the various ceremonies held to honor the brave men and women who stood up for freedom back in 1775.

The DAR, whose members are all direct descendants of American Revolution patriots, played a significant role in the commemorations—laying wreaths at historic sites, assisting with the organization of events, and greeting visitors with educational materials about the battle, the founding of the country, and the contributions of men and women of the colonies.

Members of the C.A.R., the nation’s oldest patriotic youth organization, proudly carried banners, handed out flags, and engaged with young spectators—reminding all that history is not just something to be remembered, but something to be lived, learned, and passed on.

“It felt like we were walking through history,” said one young C.A.R. member. “It’s cool to be part of something that big.”

One of the highlights was seeing families and generations marching side by side—grandparents who are DAR members walking proudly with their grandkids from C.A.R., all united in the mission to keep our Revolutionary history alive. “This isn’t just about the past,” said a DAR member. “It’s about teaching young people why our history matters and how they can be part of something bigger than themselves.”

With fife and drum music filling the air and muskets firing in salute, the day was a beautiful mix of fun, honor, and reflection. And thanks to the DAR and C.A.R., it was also a reminder that patriotism is very much alive and well.

The DAR is a non-profit, non-political volunteer women’s service organization and C.A.R. is for children 0-22. Both are organizations dedicated to promoting historic preservation, education, and patriotism whose members are direct descendants of patriots who fought or gave aid in civil service to the American Revolution. For more information on what we do or in joining the Parson Roby Chapter, NSDAR or C.A.R., please email pa******************@***il.com.