Celebrate the Second Revolution!

The following is from FGS & Preserve the Pensions - War of 1812

#1812Today : Raise $1812 every day in July to Preserve the Pensions!

Celebrate the Second Revolution!      Join us in our effort to raise $1812 every day during the month of July to Preserve the Pensions   As we all look forward to celebrating Independence Day, Preserve the Pensions is asking that you also remember the Second Revolution! The War of 1812 is commonly referred to as the second War for American Independence and in that spirit, we are announcing a concentrated effort for fundraising in July. Our goal is to raise $1812 every day and you can help! Donate, share the message on social media, your blog, website, and in your local community.    Celebrate the 2nd Revolution! Help us raise $1812 every day in July   {Tweet This} Learn how to set up amatching funds campaign with your local society.

Current Status What have we accomplished so far? Follow along as we strive for $1812 every day during July. The data seen here reflects only our Year to Date fundraising. It will be updated each week in July.    Celebrity Showcase  Last year we introduced you to Elisha Cragun, Donny and Marie Osmond's War of 1812 ancestor. This year, learn a bit more about the battle of New Orleans, an engagement that Elisha was involved in.  {Read more here...}   Free Forever Did you know? The digitized images of the War of 1812 Pension files will be available for FREE forever on Fold3.com. Find your ancestor today!    Community Effort The War of 1812 Preserve the Pensions Digitization program is likely the most significant crowd sourcing campaign ever attempted in the genealogical community. The impact, however, effects historians, military enthusiasts and organizations, reenactors, and educators. Those interested in preserving this valuable piece of America's documented history can make a single contribution or become a monthly contributor of the project.   "An excellent endeavor of preserving a portion of history that people will find personally connects to themselves."  ~ Fran Ellsworth   Our sincere thanks to those who have already contributed. Find them on the Honor Roll.  | Forgotten no longer | Celebrate the 2nd Revolution! #1812Today {Tweet This}   Spreading the News The Preserve the Pensions campaign is a community effort, and as such, we want to keep our readers appraised on the reach of our message.  Facebook Likes: 1,938 Facebook Group Members: 351 Twitter Followers: 801   Events Calendar July is a month for celebrating, all over the nation. We've hand picked a few events to share with you. "Marlinspike Sailors and Courageous Cuttermen: American Mariners in the War of 1812" July 11, St. Michaels, Maryland, Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum. "War of 1812 in Wisconsin: Bicentennial Re-enactment" July 19 - 20 , Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin, Wisconsin Historical Society. "War of 1812 Bicentennial" Week long celebration, June 30 - July 5, Boston, Massachusetts, Greater Boston Convention & Visitors Bureau.   Help us grow! Use the links below to join and share.   Website Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email