Columbia Mid-Hudson Valley Sons of the American Revolution

06/08/2026

On Saturday, June 6 at the Clinton Corners Community Day the CMHV SAR Chapter along with the Chancellor Livingston DAR Chapter honored patriot Elias Doty with a grave marking ceremony . Also present was compatriot Chick Wyant, Elias Doty’s descendant from North Carolina, and three generations of his family. SAR members present were ESSSAR President Tim Middlebrook, Chapter President John Carpentier, Chapter Secretary Jack, Burke, compatriot Rich Valentine and CAR member/Jr SAR Member Arlo Middlebrook. Representing the DAR was their Chapter Regent Doris Krohn Harrington and Sharon Avery-Isliker. It was a very special ceremony and many attendees at the event respectfully observed the proceedings.

06/03/2026

05/24/2026

SAR President John Carpentier at the Repose of the Fallen 052226 Lake George Battlefield

05/23/2026

Today, at Lake George Battlefield Park in Lake George, NY members of our chapter as well as other members of the Sons of the American Revolution attended the dedication of the Repose of the Fallen where the remains of 44 Revolutionary War soldiers were reinterred. The SAR and DAR placed wreaths at the site. The Empire State (NY) Society of the Sons of the American Revolution (ESSSAR) contributed 5 granite benches to the site. Later at a reception luncheon, President Middlebrook accepted a plaque presented to the ESSSAR recognizing this contribution of approximately $20,000 in Society funds. The 250th Committee was also on hand offering the first two challenge coins in our 250th series for sale, raising $1,542 for future 250th commemoration projects around New York State. Compatriots from Pennsylvania, Vermont and Massachusetts stopped by to grab their coins and socialize with our members. Hopefully more pictures will follow from others as it was a well attended event and we were very busy so limited pictures.

04/28/2026

After discovering what officials believed were Revolutionary War soldiers in 2019, Lake George officials announced on Wednesday that construction of the reinterment memorial is on schedule.

04/21/2026

For today’s 𝗧𝘂𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟮𝟱𝟬 𝗧𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗮, we’re digging into a Revolutionary War mystery hidden in our own backyard: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗘𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗻𝘁. 🇺🇸⚔️

If you look for this battle on a map of Massachusetts, you’ll come up empty. That’s because despite the name, this clash actually took place right here in Columbia County!

🕵️‍♂️ 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘆: 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗶𝘀𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗿?
History usually names battles after their location, but this one was named after the people who fought it.

In May 1777, a signifigant Loyalist recruitment plot was uncovered in Livingston Manor. A desperate call for help went out, and the militia from Egremont, MA, grabbed their muskets and marched over the Taghkanic hills to assist our local 9th Albany/Claverack Regiment. Because the Egremont men were so instrumental in the victory, the name "Battle of Egremont" followed them home—even though the smoke cleared on New York soil.

📍 𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗱𝗶𝗱 𝗶𝘁 𝗮𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗻?
This didn't happen on a single battlefield...instead it was a tense, two-day pursuit through the rolling Columbia County landscape:

📌 𝗧𝗮𝗴𝗵𝗸𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗰: The first shots were fired at the Jury Wheeler farm near the eastern border.

📌 𝗖𝗼𝗽𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗟𝗮𝗸𝗲: A major confrontation broke out near the "Great Lake." Imagine 100 Loyalists facing off against the militia right where families now spend their summers!

📌 𝗛𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀𝗱𝗮𝗹𝗲: The fighting continued as the militia pursued the Loyalists through the woods toward what was then known as "Nobletown."

📜 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘄𝗮𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲?
This wasn't just a small neighborhood spat. British General Burgoyne was preparing to invade from the north, and local Loyalists were secretly organizing to join him. By stopping this recruitment ring, these neighbors-turned-soldiers secured the Hudson Valley just months before the pivotal Battle of Saratoga.

𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗻𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝗮𝗱𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲
...𝙞𝙣 𝘾𝙤𝙡𝙪𝙢𝙗𝙞𝙖 𝘾𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙩𝙮!
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𝗧𝘂𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟮𝟱𝟬 𝗧𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗮 is a series of weekly posts leading up to America's semiquincentennial on July 4th. Here in Columbia County, the celebration culminates in the Hudson Flag Day Parade and Festival on June 13th at noon.

04/20/2026

Columbia Mid-Hudson Valley Chapter- SAR had their annual meeting on April 18th. Highlights included Past President Middlebrook turning the gavel over incoming President John Carpentier. Additionally, Donald C***s, Jr. was sworn in as Vice President and Benjamin Webster as Registrar. Jack Burke will assume the responsibilities of Secretary. These vacancies arose mid-term due to Past Presidents Middlebrook stepping down to allow more time to focus on his responsibilities as the Empire (NY) State Society President. Awards were presented to various compatriots for length of service and service to the chapter and state. Additionally, the chapter Eagle Scout Essay and Knight Essay winner, Gabriella C***s, was presented with her commendation and prize money. Gabriella also placed first in the state Eagle Scout Essay contest and 5th at the National level. She received a honorable mention at the state Knight Essay contest. Not pictured: President Middlebrook awarded local resident Shaun Boyce the Bronze Good Citizenship Medal for his work in education, his local church and community service. President Middlebrook presented Judianne Middlebrook with the Lydia Darragh Medal for her unwavering support to the Chapter and President Middlebrook.

03/22/2026

President Tim Middlebrook and Jr. SAR/CAR Member Arlo Middlebrook at the NYS CAR Conference in Saratoga yesterday.

02/12/2026

Tim Middlebrook, President and Richard Wambach, Treasurer presenting a Certif. of Appreciation and Hat to John Coppola at Coppola's in Hyde Park for his support of the SAR.

01/12/2026

State President Middlebrook and other Chapter/250th Committeemen atteneded the Knox Noble Train of Artillery events in both Kinderhook, NY and the NY/MA line in Hillsdale, NY/Alford, MA this past weekend. There were reenactors, artillery, muskets, horses, oxen and of course the SAR/DAR. Speakers included Historians, event planners from local, regional and state 250th committees and local/state politicians. All the events were very well attended by the local community.