The Ford Mansion at Morristown, NJ served as George Washington's Headquarter during the brutal winter of 1779-1780.
The Rockingham House at Franklin Township, NJ served as George Washington's final headquarters of the Revolutionary War.
Join Us for Our Next Workshop!
IMPORTANT CHANGE IN LOCATION: Due to circumstances beyound our control, we have now had to change the location for out meeting on two different occassions. On December 7, 2024, the Jockey Hollow Chapter will be hosting our quarterly meeting at the historic the Schuyler-Hamilton House in Morristown. This home is owned by our great friends from the Daughters of the American Revolution, Morristown, NJ. As this is a historic home, it is with deep regret that the facility is not handicap accessible - we will attempt to broadcast the meeting and lecture via Zoom. The public is invited. Additional information may be found here.
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Our "Newsroom" is where you'll find some of the latest information about our chapter, as well as our role in the community.
Welcome!
The Jockey Hollow Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution is one of thirteen chapters in the State of New Jersey under the auspices of the National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution (SAR). The SAR is a historical, educational, and patriotic non-profit organization that seeks to maintain and extend:
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the institutions of American freedom
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an appreciation for true patriotism
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a respect for our national symbols
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the value of American citizenship
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the unifying force of e pluribus unum that has created, from the people of many nations, one nation and one people.
We do this by perpetuating the stories of patriotism, courage, sacrifice, tragedy, and triumph of the men who achieved the independence of the American people. This is done in the belief that these stories are universal of man's eternal struggle against tyranny, relevant to all time, and will inspire and strengthen each succeeding generation as it is called upon to defend our freedoms on the battlefield and in our public institutions.
The SAR was conceived as a fraternal and civic society composed of lineal descendants of the men who wintered at Jockey Hollow, Valley Forge, signed the Declaration of Independence, fought in the battles of the American Revolution, served in the Continental Congress, or otherwise supported the cause of American Independence. The National Society was chartered by an Act of the United States Congress on June 9, 1906. The charter was signed by President Theodore Roosevelt, who was a member of the SAR. The Jockey Hollow Chapter is comprised primarily of men residing in the counties of Hunterdon, Morris, and Somerset, New Jersey who have one or more Revolutionary War ancestors.
Who Are We?
The Jockey Hollow Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution is non-profit lineage society that promotes patriotism, the preservation of historical sites, and provides educational opportunities pertaining to American history and citizenship.
Events & Activities
Are you interested in learning more about American history? Meeting an eclectic group of men all of whom are share an interest in the Revolutionary War? Please feel free to join us at one of our many activities.
Join Us!
Do you have an ancestor who served in the Revolutionary War? Maybe you don't know and would like to determine if you do? Perhaps you just have an interest in American history and providing service to the community? If any of the above are true, please consider joining us.