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CHAPTER NEWS

CAMP LEJEUNE CHAPTER #329, Denny Norris, Secretary. On August 23, 2025 the 251st Anniversary
and Observance of the North Carolina New Bern Resolves was observed with many of Camp Lejeune Chapter
#329 members participating (see pictures below) in collaboration the local Sons of the American Revolution
Chapter, Masonic Groups, and Patriotic Organizations.

The New Bern Resolves constitute a significant chapter in the history of the American Revolution, reflecting
the growing discontent of the colonies with British rule and their bold steps toward self-governance. Adopted
on August 27, 1774, by 71 elected North Carolina delegates to the First Provincial Congress in America, the
New Bern Resolves represented an early, decisive expression of resistance to
British policies and "The Intolerable Acts" (Boston Port/Trade Act,
Massachusetts Government Act, Administration of Justice Act, and Quartering
Acts) by calling for economic sanctions against Great Britain and its trading
partners. As one of the earliest documented calls for solidarity among the
colonies, the New Bern Resolves laid the groundwork for broader revolutionary
movements.

In addition to inspiring other communities in North Carolina to adopt similar
measures, the New Bern Resolves helped galvanize support at the First
Continental Congress, that convened in Philadelphia from 5 September to 26
October 1 774. Representatives from the colonies coordinated a collective
response to British policies via economic sanctions outlined in the Continental
Association.

Bro Robert Mull presented Toast to the Flag during the morning festivities Brother Robert Mull presenting
with a parade following, the Toast to the Flag

Members of Camp Lejeune Chapter #329
and Masons from other bodies supporting the New Bern
Resolves Celebration