washington SAR Color Guard
Unlike any other component of the Sons of the American Revolution (SAR), the Color Guard provides newly inducted SAR members with multiple opportunities and challenges to do something meaningful with those handsome membership-certificates. Besides being a lot of fun and a great way to form lasting friendships with other compatriots, the Color Guard is an excellent way to become an active participant in fulfilling the over-arching mission of our great organization. After all, where else but the Color Guard would you ever be given the opportunity to march in parades, participate in "Honor-Flight" homecoming welcomes for WWII veterans, post colors and congratulate new Americans at Citizenship ceremonies, honor individuals and businesses with Flag-Certificates, or teach our great American heritage to classrooms full of eager 4th and 5th graders? The answer is clearly, "nowhere". In an effort to encourage your participation, the Color Guard would like to give you the opportunity to use a loaner uniform (hunting frock or Regimental, free of charge) until you're able to purchase your own. During this transition phase, as you "build" a uniform, the Color Guard will also provide you with helpful tips and where to get them.
By the way, you needn't be a military veteran to join the ranks of these modern day "patriot soldiers." All that is required is the ability to smile and wave a flag! On behalf of our members, I invite you to join our ranks as we strive to keep patriotism and the memory of our Revolutionary War heritage burning in the hearts and minds of every American, young and old. We believe it is our responsibility to bring public awareness of how we became this free nation and understand that it did not come free.
