Welcome to the Anthony Halberstadt Chapter, Sons of the American Revolution
Proudly serving the greater Fort Wayne area since 1969, the Anthony Halberstadt Chapter of the Indiana Society of the Sons of the American Revolution is dedicated to honoring our patriot ancestors and preserving the legacy of American independence. Join us in celebrating history, patriotism, and community in Northeast Indiana.
Our History
Our chapter is proudly named after Anthony Halberstadt, a German soldier originally conscripted by the Hessian army to fight alongside the British during the Revolutionary War.
Captured by General George Washington’s forces at the pivotal Battle of Trenton, Halberstadt chose to support the cause of American independence, becoming a teamster for a Continental Army officer. In this essential role, he helped transport vital supplies and equipment, supporting the logistical backbone of the patriot army.
As the Patriot Ancestor of Jim Halberstadt, one of our chapter’s founders, Anthony Halberstadt’s legacy of service and dedication to the American cause lives on through our chapter’s work today.
Our Mission: Libertas et Patria
The Sons of the American Revolution is a historical, educational, and patriotic “lineage” society comprised of male descendants of patriots who supported the cause of American Independence during the years 1774 – 1783.
We seek to maintain and expand the meaning of patriotism, respect for our national symbols, the value of American citizenship, and the unifying force of “e pluribus unum” that was created from the people of many nations — one nation and one people.
Become a Member
Interested in learning more and are you considering joining the SAR? If you can prove bloodline descent from a patriot of the American Revolution, you can join our organization as a Compatriot Member by going directly to the SAR website here.
Fort Wayne’s Frontier Legacy During the American Revolution
During the American Revolution, the Fort Wayne region was a contested frontier where British forces and Native American nations, including the Miami and Shawnee, fought to halt American expansion.
Though not yet established, Fort Wayne’s future site lay within a strategic zone marked by raids, alliances, and trading activity. Key victories, such as George Rogers Clark’s capture of nearby Fort Vincennes in 1779, weakened British control, paving the way for American influence in the Northwest Territory.
America ~ 250 Years in the Making
On July 4, 2026, our nation will commemorate and celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The journey toward this historic milestone is an opportunity to pause and reflect on our nation’s past, honor the contributions of all Americans, and look ahead toward the future we want to create for the next generation and beyond.