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Mar
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The Power of Role Models
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Feb
22
Captain “Commodore” James R. Poplar III, USN (ret)
Ros Poplar, USN, a native of Havre de Grace, Maryland, and son of a World War II submariner, graduated from the University of Mississippi in 1974. He served in USS LEAHY (DLG 16) as Gunnery Officer, ASW Officer, and Navigator, and participated in the historic US/USSR ship exchange visit (Leningrad) in 1975. Upon completion of this initial sea tour, he reported to Vanderbilt University as an NROTC Instructor. After receiving a Master of Science degree in Engineering Management, Captain Poplar reported as the pre-commissioning Operations Officer in USS LEWIS B PULLER (FFG 23).
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Feb
18
has (L to R) John Lynch, Williamsburg Chapter SAR President; Mr. Stephen Sears aka James Lafayette, the Guest Speaker; Steve Holms,
Sgt-At-Arms, Williamsburg Chapter SAR and George Corbett, Chaplain, Williamsburg Chapter SAR. Photo by Karen Corbett.
3rd. February wreath laying ceremony honoring 24 African American New Kent County Revolutionary War patriots. It was hosted by the African American Heritage Society of New Kent County at the historic New Kent County courthouse.
Feb
18
L-R: Willard Middle School Principal Dr. Michelle Campiglia, Julia Gross, Kayla Nguyen, Harshini Amaranth, Barry Schwoerer
Highly successful Brochure Contest coordinated by Sgt Maj John Champe Compatriot at Willard Middle School, Aldie, VA
Three Willard Middle School students were surprised on Tuesday, January 30 when they were called out of class to meet the school principal, several teachers, and a man dressed in Revolutionary War era clothing. The occasion was to recognize and reward students for their tri-fold brochures submitted for the SAR Brochure Contest. Kayla Nguyen's brochure was judged best of 557 brochures submitted for the contest. Harshini Amaranth's brochure was judged as the second-best brochure and Julia Gross' brochure was judged as the third-best brochure. Each student was awarded a check and Certificate of Accomplishment. Barry Schwoerer, president of the Sgt Maj John Champe Chapter, Virginia SAR made the presentations.
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Feb
18
On January 31st, 2024, the General William Campbell chapter SAR had the honor of attending the New River Valley chapter meeting. Present from the New River Valley chapter SAR was Terry Blevins the chapter president who opened the meeting at the Adam Hance House. Also present were one of their compatriots and his wife, as well as a prospective member, Andrew Parr. Members in attendance from the General William Campbell chapter SAR were John Britton and Kevin Combs.
Once the meeting started, we had a program presentation on the Revolutionary War soldiers in the Pulaski area. This program was presented by April Martin. She was not only the director of the Wilderness Board Regional Museum but also a member of the Alleghany chapter of the Daughters of American Revolution and president of the 250th anniversary community for that chapter.
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Feb
18
Representatives of the Richard Henry Lee Chapter (RHLC), Virginia Society, Sons of the American Revolution (Virginia SAR) and local chapters of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR) and National Society of United States Daughters of 1812 (NSUSD1812) attended the Virginia SAR’s 134th Annual Conference at the Omni Richmond Hotel in Richmond, VA over the weekend of February 9th. Local representatives included RHLC President Michael Rhodes, NSDAR Augustine Warner Chapter Regent Alison Johnston, and The State Librarian, Virginia DAR Dr. Cheryl Davis.
Twenty-two of Virginia SAR’s thirty chapters were represented at the conference. In addition to Virginia SAR, NSDAR, and NSUSD1812 attendees, there were also representatives from the National Society Children of the American Revolution (C.A.R.), spouses, and other guests.
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Feb
13
E Pluribus Unum
I recently had both the pleasure and honor of participating in a Naturalization Ceremony where 43 former immigrants from 26 separate countries became citizens of the United States of America. It was the first such ceremony I ever attended, and I assure you it will not be the last. The two hours spent in that court room will be forever etched in my mind as one of the moments that made me proud to call myself an American.
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Feb
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Virginia’s Surgeon General Reports to General Washington and Virginia Superior Officers
Feb-1778
Your Excellencies –
Of the fourteen hundred medical practitioners who served in the Continental Army, only about ten percent had formal medical degrees. The majority of the rest had learned their practice through an apprenticeship with an established physician. Most were young men at the beginning of their careers. Few had prior experience of war. Their civilian practices had not prepared them for the grim realities of warfare in eighteenth- century America, where far more soldiers under their care would die from disease and infection than would be killed on the battlefield.
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Feb
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Jan
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photo is the color guard presenting the colors, l. to r. Michael Wilson, Richard Tyler, Paul Christensen and Jim Cordes (photo courtesy of Stacey Bassett.)
On 13 January 2024, Colonel James Wood II Chapter conducted a commemoration ceremony commemorate the Battle of Cowpens. The battle was fought 17 January 1781 at a field in South Carolina known as the Cowpens. General Daniel Morgan led the colonial forces against Lieutenant Colonel Banastre Tarleton and his elite regiment of the British Army. Morgan and Tarleton came from different backgrounds. Morgan lived his life as a frontiersman, preferring the homespun clothes of the militia rather than an officer’s uniform. He commanded respect and understood his men. Tarleton, was raised in relative affluence in Liverpool, England, where his father was mayor. He attended oxford University and was known for his athletic ability. He wasted his inheritance and eventually purchased a commission in the British Army. Morgan knew Tarleton was an aggressive, ruthless foe and the night before the battle, he moved among his men speaking to groups and individuals. A true leader, he knew how to fight and motivate his men. The result of the battle was devastating to Tarleton's force, resulting in 100 killed, 229 wounded, 600 captured. This victory marked the beginning of the end of the British plan to conquer the South. The ceremony was emcee'd by Marc Robinson with compatriots from the Colonel James Wood II, Colonel William Grayson, George Mason, Sgt Maj John Champe Virginia SAR Chapters; Sgt Lawrence Everhart Chapter, Maryland SAR; Fort Loudoun and Ketoctin Virginia DAR; Lawrence Augustus Washington; and Providence Children of the American Revolution Societies and the Order of Founders and Patriots of America. Virginia Society 1st Vice President William Greaf and Virginia DAR/SAR Liaison Kecia Brown presented greetings. After a presentation of the colors, Robinson provided a presentation on the battle and wreaths were presented by the organizations. The wreath presenters included from the SAR, William Greaf, VASSAR; Thomas "Chip" Daniel, Col James Wood II; Ken Morris, George Mason; William Schetke, Culpeper Minutemen, Jim Cordes, Fairfax Resolves; Michael Wilson, Col William Grayson, Ken Bonner, Sgt Maj John Champe and Gerald Harris, Sgt Lawrence Everhart. From the DAR, Kecia Brown, Virginia DAR/SAR Liaison; Vice Regent Elizabeth Greaf, Regent Susan Lauer, Fort Loudoun; Regent Stacey Bassett, Ketoctin; Jodell Wilson, Providence. From the C.A.R. William Collins, Lawrence Augustus Washington and Jocelynn Wilson, Providence Society. They were followed by Doug Hall, Order of the Founders and Patriots of America. A musket squad led by Commander Brett Osborn and Vice Commander Ken Bonner comprised of 11 compatriots fired a three round salute in honor of Daniel Morgan and his decisive victory over the British at the Battle of the Cowpens. Additional ompatriots who participated included Brian Bayliss, Sean Carrigan, Paul Christensen, Rick Collins, Jim Cordes, Dale Corey, Dennis Parmerter, Tom Reed, Will Reynolds, Richard Tyler, Mike Weyler and Ryan Williams.
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Jan
05
The Richard Henry Lee Chapter (RHLC) of the Virginia Society of the Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) met on December 12th at Historic Christ Church in Weems. Seventeen members and guests attended the event, including Virginia Society SAR President Ernie Coggins.
Following lunch, RHLC President Michael Rhodes reported on general chapter events of the past year. Chapter Secretary Stuart Kramer then conducted the election of chapter officers to serve in 2024. Those elected were Michael Rhodes as President, Rev. Dennis Martin as First Vice President, Dirk Metzger as Second Vice President, Richard Manson as Third Vice President, Stuart Kramer as Secretary, and Dr. Todd Dabney as Treasurer. Virginia Society SAR President Ernie Coggins then performed the induction ceremony for the newly elected officers.
The next schedule meeting of the Richard Henry Lee Chapter will be held on March 12, 2024 at Historic Christ Church in Weems, Virginia. The luncheon meeting is open to the public.
The Sons of the American Revolution is a male lineage society that honors our Revolutionary War patriot ancestors by promoting patriotism, serving our communities and educating and inspiring future generations about the founding principles of our Country. Those interested in joining the Sons of the American revolution may contact Michael Rhodes at [email protected].
From left, President Michael Rhodes, 1st VP Rev. Dennis Martin, 3rd VP Richard Manson, 2nd VP Dirk Metzger, Secretary Stuart Kramer, Treasurer Dr. Todd Dabney, Virginia Society SAR President Ernie Coggins
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WILLIAMSBURG CHAPTER PRESENTS EAGLE SCOUT CERTIFICATE OF RECOGNITION
Category: CHAPTER SPONSORED EVENT
Jan
05
On Dec. 4, 2023, Bruce Laubach, president of the Williamsburg Chapter Sons of the American Revolution presented a Certificate of Recognition and SAR Scholarship Application package to Eagle Scout Nathaniel Horton at a Court of Honor of Troop 414 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Norge, Virginia. Harley Stewart was also present, but not pictured, representing the Williamsburg Chapter.
Dec
13
AT THE ANNUAL CHAPTER MEETING OF THE WILLIAMSBURG CHAPTER OF THE SONS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION ON NOVEMBER 18TH.
Ronald Miller, Michael Doucette, Tatton Mason, Ronald Adolphi, and William Dorn, receive a Certificate of Appreciation from President Bruce Laubach.
Ron Adolphi and Gary Dunaway receive Distinguished Service Certificates from President Bruce Laubach.
Compatriot's Steve Holm and Ron Adolphi receive their Life Membership certificates presented by President Bruce Laubach.
The Lydia Darragh Medal is presented to Kathy Dunaway for her service and support to the Williamsburg Chapter VASSAR by President Bruce Laubach. This Medal is given to the lady who has provided significant service to the Chapter President during his term of office.
, the following members received the Rober Sherman Bronze Medal. John Lynch II Vice president, Steve Holm Seargent at Arms, Hunt Berryman Registrar, And Bruce Laubach President of the Williamsburg Chapter. The medal is awarded in appreciation for service to the SAR. It is awarded in recognition of, and in appreciation of, outstanding services rendered to the chapter.
President Bruce Laubach presented the Roger Sherman Bronze Medal Oak leaf clusters to Eric Ely, Jim Morford Chaplin, and Roger Cross III past President.
President Bruce Laubach presents the Distinguished Service Medal to Treasurer Gary Dunaway.
Dec
05
THE COLONEL JAMES WOOD II CHAPTER PARTICIPATED WITH THE AMERICAN RED CROSS AT NATIONAL CEMETERY, WINCHESTER
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Dec
05
SAR participants at National Cemetery, standing l. to r. Brett Osborn, Doug Hall, Dave Cook, Paul Christensen, Jim Cridge, Richard Tyler, Bryan Buck, Jim Cordes, Erick Moore, Richard Collins, Eric Robinson, Allan Phillips and Marc Robinson. Kneeling l. to r. Thomas "Chip" Daniel and Dale Corey. (Photo courtesy of Larry Clowser Webb.)
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Dec
03
The Battle of Great Bridge discussion Wednesday December 6th Noon – 1:00pm.
Join Encyclopedia Virginia managing editor Patti Miller in conversation with Norfolk Chapter compatriot, former U.S. Marine and professor at the National Defense University Dr. Patrick Hannum and Jon Stull, docent at the Great Bridge Battlefield and Waterways History Foundation, to discuss the Battle of Great Bridge.
The Battle of Great Bridge was the first major battle of the American Revolution fought in Virginia and a significant, if little recognized, factor in the eventual Patriot victory over the British. Find out how Great Bridge changed everything.
This event is free, but registration is required.
Link: https://virginiahumanities.org/events/2023/12/the-battle-of-great-bridge/
COLONEL JAMES WOOD II CHAPTER PARTICIPATED WITH THE TOWN OF MIDDLETOWN TO COMMEMORATE ALL VETERANS
Category: CHAPTER SPONSORED EVENT
Dec
01
Photo are the SAR participants with law enforcement and Mayor Charles Harbaugh. (Photo courtesy of Marc Robinson.)
