Compatriots,
SAR was invited to participate in an event in Clermont County on Saturday May 23rd that starts at 12:00 pm. Note this is not an official SAR event, however we were invited to attend.
It is called The Forgotten Soldier Remembered Plaque Dedication – Edenton OH
More information is available via the link below:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/blanchesterohiohistoryandgenealogy/posts/3956070104693175/
It is near Stonelick State Park, near the address 6762 OH-727, Pleasant Plain, OH 45162
This event is sponsored by the Wayne Township Trustees and Clermont County Veterans Commission. It is the township’s major America 250 and Memorial Day weekend event.
This is not a SAR or DAR event or grave marking, but a local community event.
A 100-year-old plaque outside the cemetery that was stolen at some point has been remade and will be rededicated.
The plaque honors William Sloan, a Revolutionary War soldier, a bugler for General Anthony Wayne’s Army in 1794, and an early settler in the area. There is a question whether the William Sloan buried in the cemetery (born in 1773 according to the headstone) did all three things (or whether both William Sloan Sr. and Jr. were involved), but that is not at issue here. This is not a SAR or DAR marker, and we had no role in either the original plaque or its replacement.
Scott Freeman will attend to represent our Cincinnati SAR chapter. If you plan on attending, please reach out to Scott Freeman and let him know.
In the end, this will be similar to other recent events (Grassy Run, Ironton High School, Garfield Middle School). Those SAR attendees will represent Cincinnati SAR, engage the public, and have an informal educational presence at the event.
Our limited presence at other events recently has been a significant addition and greatly appreciated by the public. Another opportunity to share knowledge about SAR, the American Revolution and our educational efforts in the community.
Doug Carver and I are planning to attend in uniform or colonial attire, and I will probably set up the canopy and the cannon (which I still have at my house). If we have enough people, it is possible we could post colors or shoot muskets, but I have made no commitment to do so. Color Guard members, if you plan on attending, please let Scott know.
If anyone can join us and participate on Saturday, please let me know ASAP. No need to reply if you are unable.
