National Society of United States Daughters of 1812 facts for kids
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| Abbreviation | USD 1812 |
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| Named after | The War of 1812 |
| Established | January 8, 1892 |
| Founder | Flora Darling |
| Founded at | Cleveland, Ohio |
| Type | 501(c)(3), patriotic society |
| Headquarters | Admiral John Henry Upshur House 1461 Rhode Island Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. |
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United States |
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| Affiliations | General Society of the War of 1812 |
The National Society of United States Daughters of 1812 (often called USD 1812) is a special group based in Washington, D.C.. It's a patriotic society, meaning its members love and support their country. This group was started in 1892 in Cleveland, Ohio, by a woman named Flora Adams Darling. Later, in 1901, the U.S. Congress officially recognized it.
The main goal of the National Society is to remember and honor the people who helped create the United States. This includes those who served in important historical events like the French and Indian War, the American Revolution, and especially the War of 1812. To join, women must be direct descendants of someone who helped in the War of 1812. This could be an officer, soldier, or sailor, or anyone who supported the war effort. Today, there are over 6,000 women who are members of this society.
The National Headquarters Building
The main office for the National Society is located in Washington, D.C.. You can find it at 1461 Rhode Island Avenue, N.W. The group bought this building in 1928. It's a historic place and was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1997. This means it's recognized as an important building in American history.
Famous Members of USD 1812
Many notable women have been part of the United States Daughters of 1812. Here are a few:
- Ruth Coltrane Cannon: She was known for protecting historical places and for her generous giving.
- Flora Adams Darling: She was the founder of the U.S. Daughters of 1812.
- Ann Dillon: She was a leader for another important historical group, the Daughters of the American Revolution.
- Clara Dyer: She started the Maine branch of the United States Daughters of 1812.
- Almyra Maynard Watson: She was an officer in the United States Army Nurse Corps, helping soldiers.
- Jeanne Fox Weinmann: She served as the 8th President National of the U.S. Daughters of 1812.
- Lynn Young: She was also a President General for the Daughters of the American Revolution.
