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The DAR, founded in 1890 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., is a non-profit, non-political volunteer women's service organization dedicated to promoting patriotism, preserving American history, and securing America's future through better education for children.
DAR Facts:
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Founded: |
October 11, 1890 |
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Incorporated 1896 by an Act of Congress |
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Objectives: |
Historic, Preservation, Patriotism, Education |
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Motto: |
God, Home, and Country |
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Eligibility for Membership: |
Any woman 18 years or older, regardless of race, religion, |
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or ethnic background, who can prove lineal descent from a |
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patriot of the American Revolution. |
Contact Information:
For further information about the DAR or additional information regarding eligibility or applying for membership please go to their website www.dar.org or contact them directly at the address below.
| National Society Daughters of the American Revolution |
1776 D. Street, NW |
| Washington, DC 20006-5303 |
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| (202) 628-1776 |
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