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The Indiana Society Color Guard is probably best known for the color and pageantry
their uniforms and flags bring to a parade, grave dedication or other community
event. Emotions can range anywhere from childrens' questions and smiles
to tears from a veteran's pride and memories. While all of this is true
and important, one cannot overlook the wonderful side effect of fellowship with
others who share common interests and passions.
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For the six consecutive years, the Indiana Society SAR Color Guard has performed
with the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra at their Symphony on the Prairie
outdoor concerts in Fishers. This annual event provides the Sons of the American
Revolution a tremendous opportunity for community exposure. Compatriots and colonial
ladies serve as the primary color guard during the National Anthem; perform with
the Symphony; greet and thank veterans; educate the public and fellowship with one
another and the audience. Pictured at left, a curious group of youth
and parents get a colse up perspective on the life of a Revolutionary War soldier
and the operation of Charleville flintlock musket.
Combined audience at the four day event usually exceeds 30,000 people.
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Grave dedications are an important activity of both the Sons and Daughters of the
American Revolution. Pictured are members of the Color Guard participating in the
dedication of an SAR patriot marker at the grave of Revolutionary War soldier William
Jerrels. Patriot Jerrels, fifth great grandfather of Indiana SAR Compatriot
Stuart Hart, served seven years during the American Revolution. From the state
of Maryland, Jerrels saw action at Battle of Hobkirk's Hill, Siege of Ninety-Six,
and Eutaw Springs. He died at age 105, after falling from a wagon he had loaded
himself. Jerrels is buried in Mount Zion Cemetery, near Winchester, Indiana.
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The Indiana Society Color Guard, joined by elements of the Ohio and Kentucky SAR,
participated in the commemoration of the 1781 defeat of Colonel Archibald Lochry
and about 100 Pennsylvania militiamen along the Ohio River across from present-day
Cincinnati. The Indiana Daughters of the American Revolution and Aurora VFW
also participated. There are three documented Revolutionary
War actions that took place in present-day Indiana.
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Indiana Society Color Guard Operational Procedures
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