The Williamsburg Chapter, Virginia SAR has been active working with the Boy Scouts of our area. On two occasions we have had the privilege of presenting Sons of the American Revolution Boy Scout Certificate of Recognition. Scholarship applications were also given to the scouts.
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WINCHESTER, VA. Saturday, June 8, 2024 -The Colonel James Wood II Chapter, Virginia Society Sons of the American Revolution conducted a 250th Anniversary Commemoration of the Frederick County (Virginia) Resolves held at the Winchester Walking Mall in conjunction with Winchester's Kidzfest. The ceremony honored the memory of the Frederick County men who signed a document condemning the actions of Parliament in closing the port of Boston in May 1774. They vowed to import no English goods nor export goods to England based on a letter from Paul Revere to the committee of Philadelphia on 21 May 1774. On 8 June 1774, Frederick County patriots gathered in a meeting chaired by Rev. Charles Mynn Thruston, rector of Frederick Parish and chairman of the revolutionary County Committee of Association. The resolves were adopted in Winchester, copied and then adopted by Shenandoah County at a meeting chaired by the Rev. Peter Muhlenberg on 16 June 1774 in Woodstock, Virginia.
Date: August 24, 2024
Time: 10:00 AM
Location: St. John Lutheran Church Cemetery, 1650 N 4th St, Wytheville, VA 24382
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Compatriots and friends,You are cordially invited to join the Virginia SAR in the grave marking ceremony of U.S. Supreme Court Chief Justice John Marshall. As announced at the Virginia SAR annual meeting, this is one of President Greaf's 2024 state-level events commemorating our nation's foundational components remembered in the SAR Recessional. This event honors the man who was perhaps the most influential in giving us our independent Supreme Court. |
The Night Before Blue Licks: The Kentucky Society SAR will host a social time, dinner, and Revolutionary War program in honor of the Battle of Blue Licks. Reservations are required and can be made directly through the link on the bottom of this page. Contact Patrick Wesolosky if you have any questions about this event, [email protected].
After the Bingo, some Compatriots will have a Bluegrass Music jam session. Guests are welcome to join in. Contact Steve McCain for more details. [email protected]
On 4 July, the Colonel James Wood II Chapter, Virginia Society Sons of the American Revolution participated in the Independence Day Parade held in Middletown, VA. The parade had 95 entries with the route from Laurel Ridge Community College on the north side of town, south down Main Street to west on 5th Street and then going north on Church Street before returning to the starting point. The annual festivity was enjoyed by many on both sides of the route. The chapter was represented on a float entered by Sgt Maj John Champe Sons of the American Revolution Chapter compatriot Warner Workman. The float had depictions of scenes from the Revolutionary War, flags from the era, reproductions of barrels and firearms (non firing) to go along with a reproduction of the liberty bell that was continuous rung along the parade route. Along with the float, a vehicle from the SAR with flags flying accompanied four marching guardsmen with the U.S Flag, Virginia Flag and chapter banner to lead the SAR entry. As it passed along the route, compatriots lead viewers in cheering for the United States and wishing all a Happy Fourth of July
On 10 June 2024, the Colonel James Wood II Chapter, Virginia Society combined with Warren County, Virginia to conduct a commemoration to honor Dr Joseph Warren, namesake of the county. The event was held at the Warren County Administrative Building in Front Royal with support from four SAR chapters. Col James Wood II, Culpeper Minutemen, Fairfax Resolves and Sgt Maj John Champe chapters had representatives present to present the colors and wreaths. A Musket squad provided a three round salute in honor of Warren. Joseph Warren was a principal figure leading up to the American Revolutionary War. In 1759, he became the youngest physician in the colonies which included as his patients, Sam Adams, John Hancock, John Adams and John Quincy Adams. When the Stamp Act was passed in 1765, he became a member of the rebellion against British rule. Warren became involved in most of the protests in the Boston area. He was a member of the provincial congresses held in Massachusetts, being selected as president of the third. He was an active member of the Massachusetts Committee of Public Safety. As a result of the rebellious movement in Boston, the provincial government was dissolved. In an attempt to quell the uprising, British troops were sent to Boston and to march to Concord to capture Sam Adams and John Hancock, and destroy military arms and equipment. On 18 April 1775, he sent Paul Revere and William Dawes along with William Prescott on the midnight ride to warn colonists at Lexington and Concord, the "Regulars are Coming". Nest, Warren was selected as delegate from Suffolk County to develop protesting documentation against the British. He helped draft the "Suffolk Resolves", which were adopted by convention on 9 September 1776. The citizens were asked to cease paying taxes or trading with Britain and to undertake militia drills each week. After passing unanimously, Paul Revere carried them to Philadelphia where they were endorsed by the Continental Congress. Offered a commission as a major general on 14 June 1775, he declined and joined the Battle of Bunker Hill. He was on Breed's Hill at the front of the battle and was killed on 17 June when the colonists ran out of ammunition and the British were able to overrun the rebel defenses on the third assault. Fourteen States have counties named for him as well as numerous towns and streets. The US Navy named five ships in his honor. Joseph Warren was a medical doctor, public figure and soldier who fought heroically for American freedom. The ceremony was emceed by Marc Robinson and Dale Corey gave a presentation on Joseph Warren. CJWII was represented by Paul Christensen, Corey, Chip Daniel, Dennis Parmerter, Robinson, Jim Simmons and Richard Tyler. Other SAR compatriots included Jim Cordes (FR), Mike Dennis, Charles Jameson and Bill Schwetke (CMM) and Barry Schwoerer (SMJC).