SAR Color Guard Honors Veterans at Hartselle Parade During Nation's 250th Anniversary
The Tennessee Valley Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) Color Guard participated in the annual Veterans Day Parade in Hartselle, Alabama, on Saturday. The event honored America’s military veterans as the nation approaches its 250th anniversary of independence. The SAR Color Guard presented and posted the colors during the opening ceremonies, then marched through downtown Hartselle. Members were dressed in period attire reflecting the military and civilian heritage of the American Revolution, carrying flags representing the nation, state, and patriotic heritage. The formation was led by Color Guard Commander Randal Jennings and included SAR Compatriots Scott Owen, Randy Brown, Robert Anderson, David Poehlein, and William Sommers, with living historian Susan Sommers also participating in period civilian attire. This participation continues a tradition for the Tennessee Valley Chapter SAR Color Guard in honoring local veterans through patriotic ceremonies.
