Battle of Brooklyn Chapter Sons of the American Revolution
Contest Information
The SAR invites all U.S. high school students (grades 9–12) to participate in this annual contest. Students may attend public, private, parochial, or home schools.
Essay Requirements
- 800–1,200 words in length
- Original work focused on an event, person, philosophy, or ideal of the American Revolution, the Declaration of Independence, or the U.S. Constitution
- Judged on historical accuracy, clarity, organization, grammar, and documentation
Contest Structure
- Conducted in three phases: local chapter → state society → national level
- Entries must go through the student’s local SAR chapter (or state society if no local chapter participates)
- Only one entry per student per contest year
How to Apply
- A complete set of rules and applications is available below
- Deadlines may vary by location—students should contact their local SAR representative for details
More Information
A complete set of rules, along with the application for both the applicant and the sponsoring SAR members, can be found below. Please note that local application deadline dates may vary. Interested applicants should contact their local SAR member listed below for further details.
Write. Submit. Be recognized.
To get started, download the essay package and reach out to our Chapter Coordinator for details and support.
Contact: Gary Lane
Email: GaryLaneSAR@gmail.com