Atchafalaya

Atchafalaya Chapter

Thibodaux, LA
The Atchafalaya Chapter of the Louisiana Society Sons of the American Revolution (LASSAR) proudly serves the Thibodaux, Louisiana community as part of a statewide organization dedicated to preserving the legacy of America’s fight for independence. As one of LASSAR’s regional chapters, Atchafalaya honors Revolutionary War patriots through educational programs, historical commemorations, and community outreach.

Rooted in the rich heritage of Louisiana’s role in the Revolution—where local militias and leaders supported the cause of liberty—the chapter continues to promote patriotism and historical awareness for future generations.

President:
Randall Domingue

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Secretary:
Hayes Bailly

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News and Events

  • Chapter Reports Summer Activities (July – September 2022)

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    The Atchafalaya chapter enjoyed presentations from guest speakers in the months of July, August, and September 2022. To celebrate July 4th, the chapter was treated to a presentation by retired educator, Karen Solar, about non-traditional heroes of the American Revolution as well as little known facts about the revolution.

    In August, the chapter listened to a presentation from Terry Mayon, Sr. who compiled the book, Forgotten Warriors of the Tri-City Area. Mr. Mayon was also instrumental in the creation of the Fallen Warriors Memorial in Morgan City.

    In September, the chapter was privileged to hear a presentation by Southern District Vice President General and Louisiana Society member, Bradley Hayes, about his experiences as an Army officer in Washington D.C. during the Islamic terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001.

  • Supplemental Applications Awarded (Aug 2022)

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    Compatriots from the Atchafalaya Chapter were on hand at the chapter’s last meeting to congratulate members David Solar, T.J. Blanchard, and Dr. Andre Blanchard on being awarded supplemental ancestry certificates for additional patriots, of whom they are lineal descendants, for their service during the Revolutionary War era.

    Solar’s ancestor was Pedro Manual Donzel who served as a sergeant in the Louisiana Regiment during the expedition of General Bernardo de Galvez. The Blanchards each received a pair of certificates recognizing the contributions of their ancestors Francois Landry and John Maurice Helfer. Both patriots served in the Acadia Coast militia during the Revolutionary War era.

  • Chapter Honors Assumption Parish KIA Servicemembers (May 30, 2022)

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    To honor the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of the United States, The Atchafalaya Chapter held a Memorial Day ceremony at St. Joseph The Worker Church cemetery in Pierre Part. The ceremony was held next to the final resting place of PFC Alvin Rivere, who was killed in action in Long An province, Vietnam, while serving with the US Army’s 9th Infantry Division, 5th Battalion 60th Infantry, Company A. PFC Rivere served as an infantry indirect fire crewman. To honor all veterans who died while serving, a wreath was laid at his grave. Many of PFC Rivere’s family members, clergy and other members of the community attended the ceremony.

    The ceremony also included reading the names of 22 Assumption Parish service members who were killed in action during WWI, WWII, The Korean war, and the Vietnam war.

    The Commander of the Domingue-Landry American Legion Post in Pierre Part played Taps at the conclusion of the ceremony.

  • Two New Members Inducted at April Meeting (April 6, 2022)

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    The Atchafalaya Chapter inducted Mr. Roland Pintado and Dr. G. Kevin Kasovich into the SAR during its April 6 meeting. Mr. Pintado, a resident of Pierre Part and retired construction trades professional and part-time law enforcement officer, is a lineal descendant of Claude Broussard who served under General Bernardo de Galvez in Louisiana during the Revolutionary War era.

    Dr. Kasovich, a resident of Thibodaux, is an optometrist at Eyecare Associates in Metairie and also serves as a Captain in the U.S. Airforce Reserves. Dr. Kasovich is a lineal descendant of Colonel John Bond, who served in the Mississippi militia during the Revolutionary War era.
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    In their remarks to their compatriots, both inductees espoused their support for the SAR’s missions in promoting patriotism and the continued teaching of American History.

  • Brothers Join the Atchafalaya Chapter to Honor Francois Landry (February 2022)

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    The Atchafalaya Chapter was proud to induct brothers Barry and Timmy Aucoin into the SAR. The brothers are descendants of Francois Landry, who served under General Bernardo de Galvez during the Revolutionary War era. Barry, a retired Information Technology Assistant Director for the Office of Information Technology will serve as the chapter’s treasurer.

    Timmy, a Production Coordinator for The Mosaic Company, will serve as the chapter’s 2nd vice president. During their induction ceremony, both men spoke about the importance of and their commitment to the organization’s role in promoting patriotism and the continued teaching about the founding of the United States.
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