As part of the 135th anniversary of the Ohio Society of the Sons of the American Revolution, there was a grave marking ceremony recognizing the lives of five Revolutionary War patriots.
This event was held at the Old Colony Burying Ground in Granville, Ohio on Saturday May 4th.
Ohio Society Color Guard marching toward Flag to be retired
The complete program of events is attached below:
A short video of the Color Guard marching into the cemetery:
Five Revolutionary War Patriots were honored during this ceremony including:
- 2nd Lieutenant Jesse Munson
- Private Lemuel Rose
- Fifer Timothy Spelman
- Private Lewis Sturges
- Private Samuel Thrall
The event started with Don Miller welcoming all the participants.
Don Miller – 2023-2024 OHSSAR President sharing remarks with Tom Hankins looking on
Colors (Flags) were presented by the Ohio Society Color Guard led by Bob Hill.
Color Guard marching in led by Bob Hill
Representatives of the National SAR, Ohio SAR, National DAR and Central District SAR were in attendance, including John L. Dodd, President General of the National SAR.
John Dodd, National SAR President General with Tom Hankins addressing the crowd
SAR Participants in this glorious event
Lyn Boone, a board member of the “Old Colony Burying Ground” gave welcoming remarks, sharing the history of this sacred place.
Steve Conrad in period attire
A interesting twist was the lowering of the “Grand Union Colors” and the raising of the National Colors.
Steve Hinson and Bob Hill retire the colors
Commemorative Wreaths presented in honor of those fallen patriots
A musket salute was performed followed by Mourn Arms in honor of those fallen patriots.
Color Guard performing a musket salute
This was a wonderful ceremony and a fitting conclusion to the 135th Anniversary Ohio Society of the Sons of the American Revolution.
Flags floating in the breeze
Bagpiper performing Amazing Grace
Huzzah!
