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1 The Kentucky Pioneer, Volume 10, Issue 3 April 2014 The Kentucky Pioneer United we stand, divided we fall. K e n t u c k y S o c i e t y Sons of the American Revolution Message from the KYSSAR President Compatriots, We have just completed the Kentucky Society s 125 th Anniversary celebration. I want to express a big Thank You!, to everyone who joined us in Frankfort on April 8 th. Just being in the same room where our Society was founded brought home what we are charged to do: Gather the scattered bits of history, and preserve them for future generations. I hope that our Founders would be proud of the organization that we have become and the service we perform for each of our communities. KYSSAR Officers President : Doug Collins president@kyssar.org President Elect: Charles R. Scott president-elect@kyssar.org Vice President: Dr. Larry Leslie vice-president@kyssar.org President Doug Collins Special thanks to our roster of speakers and participants: David Sympson, Charlie Scott, Will Schrader, Forrest Chilton, Tom Geimeier, Chuck Scott, Scott Giltner, Paul Whitty, Geoff Baggett, Michael Colegrove, Dr. Larry Leslie and Lance Carter. You guys did a fantastic job! Lastly, I want to thank Dan Klinck for coordinating one of the largest Color Guard contingents I have been a part of. I was proud to see the mass of colors presented and the mix of Color Guardsmen, both in regimental uniform and in militia attire. Our next State Meeting will be held August 16, 2014 at the Blue Licks Battlefield State Park in conjunction with the Battle of Blue Licks Memorial Service. Please make plans to attend the meeting and stay for the service. There are more details later in the newsletter. In preparation for the next State Meeting, I ask that all Chapters start using the Americanism Scoresheet to record their activities. The score sheet can be accessed via the following link: It may look like you need to be a computer aficionado to fill out, but it is actually very easy. If you have questions, there are many that can assist you in working through the process. As a long time employee of a healthcare company, I know first-hand that in order to get paid for the services provided to our patients, a record of those services is necessary to support the billing. As a service organization, KYSSAR is not really any different. Our payment (via awards) is based on supporting documentation of the services provided (activities participated in). The Americanism score sheet, is the vehicle used to record that participation so that each Chapter, and ultimately the Kentucky Society, can take credit for the things each of you are already doing. There are numerous upcoming activities for your participation. Grave markings, parades, school programs, etc. Keep up the good work that makes Kentucky shine. Fraternally, Secretary: Del White secretary@kyssar.org Treasurer: Richard B. Bierman treasurer@kyssar.org Chaplain: Michael Colegrove chaplain@kyssar.org Historian: Charles E. Scott historian@kyssar.org Registrar: Jessie L. Hagan registrar@kyssar.org Chancellor: Jason Reichenbach chancellor@kyssar.org Surgeon: Dr. Larry Leslie surgeon@kyssar.org National Trustee: Tom Geimeier national-trustee@kyssar.org Alt. Nat l Trustee: Harry Geimeier alt-national-trustee@ kyssar.org Editor (Newsletter): Charles E. Scott editor@kyssar.org Webmaster: Preston Tom Higgins, II webmaster@kyssar.org Doug Collins, KYSSAR President ( ) KYSSAR Charters are available for $ Contact Doug Collins at aliedoug@twc.com (For picture, see back page) KYSSAR Website:

2 The Kentucky Pioneer, Volume 10, Issue 3 Page 2 Colonel Stephen Trigg Chapter Geoff Baggett of the Col. Stephen Trigg Chapter recently spoke to the Pennyroyal Area Christian Home school Educators of Kentucky (PACHEK) in Hopkinsville. He delivered a Revolutionary War presentation to approximately fifty students and families. In addition, he was able to distribute twenty copies of the "Keyhole to History" and "America's Heritage" CD's to participating families, as well as secure participants in the various grade-level educational contests of the SAR. The Col. Stephen Trigg Chapter is now a member of their Face book Group, and able to keep the organization posted on chapter events and initiatives. Geoff Baggett, President of the Colonel Stephen Trigg Chapter (back row center), and Pennyroyal Area Christian Home school students. Compatriots from the Col. Stephen Trigg Chapter recently visited with veteran Jerry Swinford in Cadiz. Mr. Swinford is a former United States Marine, and served with Charlie Company, 1st Battalion of the 7th Marines in Vietnam from 1966 to The Compatriots presented him with a "We Appreciate Our Veterans" Certificate and challenge coin. The chapter has adopted the coin produced by loveyourveterans.org, a one ounce copper round marked with the motto, "Ensuring No Hero is Left Behind - Even After They Return." Pictured with Mr. Swinford is Dylan Lancaster, one of the newest members of the Col. Stephen Trigg Chapter, having made his application just this month. The Col. Stephen Trigg Chapter in Cadiz will be hosting a Grave Marking Ceremony on Patriot's Day, April 19, for Private Miles Hollowell of the North Carolina Militia. Hollowell served in the Martin County Regiment in North Carolina, then relocated later in life to Trigg County, Kentucky, where he died in He is buried in the Larkins Cemetery in rural Trigg County. Information and directions can be found on the "Future Grave Markings" page of the chapter's web site, If you would like to be involved in the grave marking as a rifleman in the musket tribute, color guard, or by presenting flowers or a wreath, please contact chapter president Geoff Baggett at triggpatriots@usa.com so that you may be included in the program. All state and area Compatriots are invited and encouraged to attend.

3 The Kentucky Pioneer, Volume 10, Issue 3 Page 3 Captain Charles Gatliff Chapter The Capt. Charles Gatliff Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution met March 13 th at the Hutton School of Business located on the campus of the University of the Cumberlands. Following the opening ceremony and invocation, dinner was served. Following dinner Dr. Nathan Coleman, a professor in the Doctoral Program at the University of the Cumberlands made a presentation to the group related to the founding of America. Pictured are those in attendance: Front Row: J. B. Mountjoy, Wesley Jones, Ernie Siler, David Moore and Eugene Siler Jr. Back Row: Michael Colegrove, John Mountjoy, David Bergmen, Roy Siler, Michael Warren and Don Root. Dr. Nathan Coleman Don Root, a member of the Captain Charles Gatliffe Chapter and a descendant of one of General George Washington s lifeguards, poses with Jordyne Gunthert a/k/a Betsy Ross and also helped display the flags at the CAAH event at the University of the Cumberlands.

4 The Kentucky Pioneer, Volume 10, Issue 3 Page 4 Children of the American Revolution KYSSAR Compatriots, President Doug Collins, Gov. Isaac Shelby Chapter President Scott Giltner, KYSSAR Historian Charlie Scott and NSSAR Congress Chairperson Chuck Scott, attended the KSCAR State meeting. Fourteen of the C.A.R. members got to post the Colors and Standards. Afterwards, they heard about flag etiquette and a description of the flags they carried. They also received some militia training and had an opportunity to play a fife and drum. KSCAR Senior President Rita Johnson receives a Silver C.A.R. medal from KYSSAR President Doug Collins. Dena Green received SAR s Silver C.A.R. medal from KYSSAR Historian Charlie Scott for her work with the C.A.R. and her participation in SAR events. Scott Giltner, SAR s C.A.R. Liaison, talks to the group about the flags. Isabella Bastien received a hug and a Liberty Bell coin from Charlie Scott for selling him the winning ticket in C.A.R. s quilt raffle. After posting the flags, the group said the pledge to the flag.

5 The Kentucky Pioneer, Volume 10, Issue 3 Page 5 Children of the American Revolution (continued) Newly elected officers of the KSCAR: Jordan Hall, Sandy Humphries, Randy Humphries, Spencer Paul, Juliana Bastien, J. J. Gibson, Ella Hall, Lydia Emberton and Woodford Ragland. Chuck Scott works with the C.A.R. Color Guard Fifer Charlie Scott had some extra fifes for the C.A.R. members to try. The C.A.R. Militia Color Guard did a great job!

6 The Kentucky Pioneer, Volume 10, Issue 3 Page 6 Center for Advancing America s Heritage University of the Cumberlands Williamsburg, KY Thanks to a grant from the Steele-Reece Foundation and a partnership between the University of the Cumberlands, the University of Louisville and the National Society Sons of the American Revolution, over 1000 elementary and middle school students from Eastern Kentucky had an opportunity to learn more about early American history, the Revolutionary War soldier and the evolution of our American flags. NSSAR Education Director Colleen Wilson and NSSAR Archivist Rae Ann Sauer led volunteers which included four from the Alabama Society, six from the Gov. Isaac Shelby Chapter KYSSAR and an assortment of employees from the University of the Cumberlands. The three day program was a great learning experience for the students and a rewarding experience for those taking part in this educational program. Articles of Association on display for students Few Americans are aware that our union of states predates the Revolutionary War and the Declaration of Independence. The Union is much older than the Constitution. It was formed, in fact, by the Articles of Association in It was matured and continued by the Declaration of Independence in It was further matured... by the Articles of Confederation in And finally, in 1787, one of the declared objects for ordaining and establishing the Constitution was "to form a more perfect Union." The Articles of Association was drawn up and signed by members of the First Continental Congress in The intent of the Congress and the Articles was to unify the British American colonies into a cohesive political body which could resist the high taxation and economic sanctions that the Crown had imposed on them. There was no intent to sever allegiance, only to alter Britain's policies towards the colonies and to repeal the Coercive Acts that had been passed by Parliament. On October 20, 1774 the First Continental Congress passed the Articles of Association which laid out grievances and fourteen economic and boycotting measures that the colonies would take against the Crown and British commerce. More importantly, the colonies had taken the first step in coalescing into and union of states that would culminate in the Constitution thirteen years later. The signers considered the Articles of Association as a contract, which universally pledged all the colonies together under "self rule." In some ways, the Articles of Association is just as important as the Declaration of Independence. Copies of the Articles were sent to all the colonies and to Great Britain, but the original, with the signatures of fifty three of our founding fathers, was lost. In 1978 a collector who was visiting Knoxville Tennessee on business went into a used book store in hopes of finding a first edition copy of "Lee and His Lieutenants," which was published in He was thrilled to find just what he was looking for. When he got home, he discovered a large document folded neatly and resting between the leaves of the book. He did not know what he had found, but he could not miss the signatures of George Washington, John Adams, Roger Sherman and fifty other men. The document was later authenticated by scholars at the Smithsonian and other institutions. It was page four, the signature page, of the original hand drafted Articles of Association. The fate of pages 1-3 is still a mystery. But, if only one page was to survive, this was the page to have! Alabama Society Compatriot Bill Stone talks to the students about the historical Articles of Association. (See document on next page) Alabama Society members (L-R) are: Rick Wells, Bill Stone, Bob Anderson and Mack Clark.

7 The Kentucky Pioneer, Volume 10, Issue 3 Center for Advancing America s Heritage Articles of Association Page 7

8 The Kentucky Pioneer, Volume 10, Issue 3 Page 8 Center for Advancing America s Heritage (continued) This pictures shows Vic Bitter talking to the students about the Star Spangled Banner flag. Tom Higgins and Don Root are holding the flag. Earlier the students said the pledge to the flag and flag etiquette was discussed. A flag folding ceremony was also done (explaining each fold.) Music during the revolution was discussed in this section that included a fife solo by Charlie Scott. Jordyne Gunthert (a/k/a Elizabeth Betsy Ross), an employee of the University of the Cumberlands, charmed both the students and the SAR Compatriots as she talked about her flag and told why the stars are in a circle and how she designed the five pointed star. Here she stands with Tom Higgins and Vic Bitter. John Clay Barnett, Chuck Scott and Rev. Forrest Chilton had a hands-on program where they discussed how the soldiers dressed, weapons they had and items carried in their haversacks. Rae Ann Sauer leads the students on how to make a water compass. Rae Ann Sauer and Colleen Wilson were presented with Martha Washington medals for their efforts in developing the CAAH program.

9 The Kentucky Pioneer, Volume 10, Issue 3 Page 9 Patriot William Addison Grave Marking Gant Cemetery, Sharon Grove, KY This event was hosted by the Colonel Stephen Trigg Chapter and assisted by members of four other chapters (Gov. Isaac Shelby, Lafayette, Captain Charles Duncan and Louisville Thruston.) Patriot Addison was an ancestor of Colonel Stephen Trigg member Dennis Adams. Several DAR members and family members were also in attendance. Kentucky Color Guard consisting of members from the following chapters: Colonel Stephen Trigg, Gov. Isaac Shelby, Captain Charles Duncan, Lafayette and Louisville Thruston. Colonel Stephen Trigg Chapter President Geoff Baggett. Stone and grave marker for Patriot William Addison. Descendant Dennis Adams talks about his Patriot ancestor.

10 The Kentucky Pioneer, Volume 10, Issue 3 Page 10 Patriot William Addison Grave Marking Gant Cemetery, Sharon Grove, KY (continued) Compatriots Roger Givens, Dennis Scott, Vic Bitter, Tommy Jones and Marshall Wilkins line up and fire a black-powder gun salute at the Patriot William Addison Grave Marking Service. Compatriots at the William Addison grave marking service: (L-R) Tom Petznick, Roger Givens, Don Adams, Scott Giltner, Dennis Scott and KYSSAR President Doug Collins. Father and Son: Dallas and Travis McCloud. KYSSAR President Doug Collins and Chapter President Geoff Baggett officially welcomes new members Glenn Greenfield and Dennis Adams. Scott Giltner plays taps.

11 The Kentucky Pioneer, Volume 10, Issue 3 Page 11 DAR & & SAR Colonel John Green DAR members Betty Thomas, KSDAR SAR Liaison Barbara Smith and KSDAR Treasurer Dianne King at the Patriot William Addison Grave Marking Service. KYSAR DAR Liaison Charlie Scott and KSDAR SAR Liaison Barbara Smith. Barbara received a Lydia Darragh medal for her efforts in the DAR/SAR referral program. Past KYSSAR President Tom Higgins and Past KSDAR Regent Jessieanne Wells at the DAR Conference. Tommy Jones and his two favorite women--his daughter, Lisa Biederman and his wife Laura. Charlie Scott and Vice Regent Rebekah Malone Scott Giltner & Rita Johnson Junior Murdock with wife Marcie and Brenda McGavic.

12 The Kentucky Pioneer, Volume 10, Issue 3 Page 12 DAR State Conference Part of the KYSSAR Color Guard that presented Colors on Friday evening: (L-R) Harry Geimeier. Jim Hough, Junior Murdock, Al Coleman, Chuck Scott, Jesse Moore and Tommy Jones. Barnett Cousins: Mary-Mac and John Clay Barnett. Tom and Harry Geimeier with the hat lady??? KSDAR Regent Barbara Zink

13 The Kentucky Pioneer, Volume 10, Issue 3 Page 13 Gov. Isaac Shelby Chapter Fifers, Scott Giltner and Charlie Scott play Chester and Rifleman Dennis Scott leads the Color Guard at the William Addison Patriot Grave Marking Ceremony. Charlie Scott with a couple of future SAR members at a Cox s Station DAR meeting. John Clay Barnett making a presentation at Wellington Elementary School. Scott Giltner and Charlie Scott play a fife duet at the Piankeshaw DAR Chapter meeting in New Albany, Indiana.

14 The Kentucky Pioneer, Volume 10, Issue 3 Page 14 Lt. Robert Moseley Chapter Three Compatriots of the Lt Robert Moseley Chapter color guard participated with the Ohio Valley Chapter INSSAR and the Lafayette Springs Chapter DAR for a marker dedication for Pvt. Jacob Kepler April 5th in Rome Indiana. (L-R) Compatriots Maurice Worthington, Gary Tunget & Robert Brooks prepare to fire a three round volley with the Cannelton, Indiana VFW post for Pvt. Jacob Kepler DAR marker dedication April 5, 2014 in Perry Co. Indiana. Kepler is one of twenty nine patriots known to be buried in Perry County. Lafayette Springs DAR chapter presented this event.

15 The Kentucky Pioneer, Volume 10, Issue 3 Page 15 Louisville Thruston Chapter Louisville Thruston Chapter Color Guard at the DAR State Conference. (L-R) Bill Manby, Bill Carrell, Commander Dan Klinck, Randy Lane, Jon Huffman and drummer Hayden Fuller. Richard Bierman and his wife Vicky visited the Meadowcreek Elementary School in Norcross, GA and made a presentation to their Daughter s fourth grade class. That day, they made presentations to seven different classes. Mrs. Bierman, who made her outfit, spoke about women in the Revolutionary War.

16 The Kentucky Pioneer, Volume 10, Issue 3 Page 16 Simon Kenton Chapter Steve McCain receives the Patriot Medal awarded posthumously to his father, George McCain from Past KYSSAR President Tom Geimeier. Chapter President Kent Marcum is on the left.. Brian Schilling marking the grave of his Patriot ancestor On the left is Tom Geimeier with the Simon Kenton Chapter Eagle Scout essay winner Ryan Nix. On the right are first and second place essay contest winners--madelyn Vinson and Sandra Steiber. Pat Berry at the Northern Kentucky History day at NKU. Tom Geimeier, Jesse Moore, Pat Berry and Jim Hough at the Old State Capitol, Frankfort, KY. Simon Kenton Color Guard in front of Old State Capitol.

17 The Kentucky Pioneer, Volume 10, Issue 3 Page 17 Purple Heart Monument A dedication service of a Purple Heart Monument took place in Walton, KY on Saturday, April 12th. Compatriots from the following chapters took part in the ceremony: Captain William Arnold, Simon Kenton, Gov. Isaac Shelby, Lafayette, Louisville Thruston, Big Sandy and John Howe. Thanks to Compatriot Jackie Miller and the City of Walton for their efforts in honoring our Nation s Heroes. KYSSAR Compatriots at the Purple Heart Monument: (L-R) Steve McCain, Pat Berry, Brian Shilling, Rev. Forrest Chilton, Joe Noffsinger, Chuck Scott, Jesse Moore, VP General Lance Carter, Tom Geimeier, Kent Marcum, KYSSAR President Doug Collins, Don Adams and Harry Geimeier. Jackie Miller I, President of the Captain William Arnold Chapter and his wife Mary. Back of Monument Great job Jackie!

18 The Kentucky Pioneer, Volume 10, Issue 3 Page 18 Purple Heart Monument (continued) Purple Heart Monument (continued) Tom Geimeier heading to the flag line. Group photo from the Purple Heart Monument dedication, Walton, KY (L-R) Kent Marcum, Harry Geimeier, Boy Scout, Joe Noffsinger, Don Adams, Bugler Chuck Korsenborn (Sheriff of Kenton County, KY) and Al Coleman. Mayor Mark Carnahan, Tim Moore State Representative District 26, Ken Lucas former U.S. Representative from Kentucky's 4th Congressional District, John Schickel represents KY Senate District 11. Another monument at Walton, KY. (It reads) The Eagle represents the strength and courage with which these soldiers fought. Colonel Christopher Smrt is presented a SAR Purple Heart pin by Rev. Forrest Chilton at the Purple Heart Monument dedication.

19 The Kentucky Pioneer, Volume 10, Issue 3 Page 19 APRIL Schedule of Events 19th Grave Marking Ceremony on Patriot's Day, April 19, for Private Miles Hollowell of the North Carolina Militia. Ceremony at the Larkins Cemetery in rural Trigg County. Information and directions can be found on the "Future Grave Markings" page of the chapter's web site: 26 th - Conrad Mathis Grave Marking Location: Lutheran Church Cemetery (Hwy 245), Bardstown, KY Time: 11:00 a.m. 26 th - Thomas Lewis Grave Marking Location: Poplar Flat Cemetery, Bardstown, KY Time: 12:15 p.m. 26 th - Morgan Wright Grave Marking Location: St. Rose Priory Church, 868 Loretto Road, Springfield, KY Time: 2:00 p.m. MAY 1 st - Pegasus Parade Location: (Muster at SAR Headquarters), Louisville, KY Time: 12:00 p.m. to??? 10 th - Raid at Martin's Station Location: Wilderness Road State Park, Ewing, VA Time: 10:00 a.m. 22nd Sgt Thomas Moseley Grave Marking Location: Owensboro--contact Gary Tunget for details: gtunget@att.net 25 th - Flags Across America Memorial Day Vigil Location: Great Lawn at Waterfront Park, Louisville, KY Time: 11:00 p.m. (Contact Scott Giltner) JUNE 6th Honor Flight Louisville, KY airport Time: t/b/a 7th Three grave markings. Patriots John Bennett, Chesley Calloway and Joshua Chapman. Location: Old Mill Cemetery near Hartford KY Time: 1 pm CST Contact Gary Tunget at: gtunget@att.net Attention SAR, DAR and C.A.R. Chapters SAR, DAR and C.A.R. members are invited to attend the events listed above! If your chapter is hosting an event and you want support from members of other chapters, send the editor the event, date, time and location and it will be listed on the schedule. Charlie Scott, KYSSAR Newsletter

20 The Kentucky Pioneer, Volume 10, Issue 3 Page Congress Medal Sets If you plan to attend the 2015 NSSAR Congress or if you plan to work at making this a successful Congress and if you receive this newsletter this is your opportunity to purchase the Congress medal set. We have a very limited supply of these attractive medals and we don t expect the supply to last. Order now while we can guarantee delivery Congress Medal Set Order $30 each plus $1 mailing expense for each medal set Mail 2015 Congress Medal set (s) to me at the following address: Name Address City, State & Zip Code Check enclosed for $ Medal sets can be ordered by sending a check payable to KYSSAR, 2015 Congress to: Charlie Scott, Boxwood Hill Court, Louisville, KY 40223

21 The Kentucky Pioneer, Volume 10, Issue 3 Page Congress Challenge Coin There will be a limited supply of 125th Congress coins for sale. This is a fund-raising project of the Kentucky Society to help us cover expenses for the Congress to be held in Louisville in This initial offer is for Kentucky SAR members and for those who receive the Kentucky Pioneer newsletter--our friends in the DAR and members of other state SAR Societies. The coin has on the front side engravings of the two main ways pioneers removed to the area that became the Commonwealth of Kentucky. The back side has the symbol of the National Society, Sons of the American Revolution. The coin will sell for $10. If mailed, there will be a $1 mailing charge for each coin shipped. For those members who will be attending the fall leadership meeting, coins can be picked up at the meeting. Coins can be ordered by sending a check payable to KYSSAR, 2015 Congress to: Charlie Scott, Boxwood Hill Court, Louisville, KY Congress Coin Order $10 each plus $1 mailing expense for each coin Mail coin(s) to me at the following address: Name Address City, State & Zip Code Check enclosed for _$ Coins can be ordered by sending a check payable to KYSSAR, 2015 Congress to: Charlie Scott, Boxwood Hill Court, Louisville, KY 40223

22 The Kentucky Pioneer, Volume 10, Issue 3 Page 22 Pennsylvania Fowler * 2015 Congress Special Made by master craftsman Darrin McDonal $5.00 Donation Chapters can order books of ten on consignment Individual sales at Chapter or by mail Mail check payable to KYSSAR, 2015 Congress to: Charlie Scott, Boxwood Hill Court, Louisville, KY (Indicate on check for line: Fowler) Top portion of ticket stub will be scanned and sent to you by Congress Lapel Pins Congress lapel pins are now available. This is an opportunity for all Kentucky members to help support our society put on a great Congress in The pins are $5.00 each. Chapters can order in quantities to pass out to their members. Mail your check, payable to KYSSAR, 2015 Congress, to: Charlie Scott, Boxwood Hill Court, Louisville, KY (Indicate on check for line: Lapel Pin)

23 The Kentucky Pioneer, Volume 10, Issue 3 Page 23 Headquarters Renovation Update Plumbing Electrical Second Floor framed Drywall going up! Don t forget the matching donation plans

24 The Kentucky Pioneer, Volume 10, Issue 3 Page 24 Next State Meeting at Blue Licks Save this date: Saturday, August 16, 2014 Blue Licks Battlefield State Park Maysville Road, Carlise, KY Plans are being made to hold our next state meeting at Blue Licks Battlefield State Park. The meeting and luncheon will be prior to the Sons of the American Revolution Memorial Service at the Blue Lick Monument. Taking part in this event: Presenting a wreath, taking part in a black-powder gun salute, leading the pledge to the flag or any activity where you are listed on the program will give you credit for the Patriot Grave Marking medal. Because there are several buried in an unmarked grave, you get to count up to five towards the fifteen required for the medal. Arrangements have been made at the Super 8 motel in Maysville, KY for rooms at $ Rooms at the historic French Quarter Hotel are also available. We are not involved, but there is usually a reenactment of the Blue Lick Battle right after our service. For reservations Super 8 Motel US Hwy 68, 550 Tucker Dr, Maysville, KY (talk to Sue) If you have a uniform, wear it and help present Colors and Standards at the memorial service.

25 The Kentucky Pioneer, Volume 10, Issue 3 Page 25 Happy 125th Birthday Kentucky Society Attending the 125th anniversary of the KYSSAR Society are: On the left KSDAR Regent Barbara Zink and NSSAR Genealogist Leslie Miller. On the right are: NSSAR Foundation President Sam Powell and NSSAR Executive Director Don Shaw. Pictured here are: (L-R) Past KYSSAR President Will Schrader, KYSSAR President Doug Collins, KYSSAR Color Guard Commander Dan Klinck, Colonel Stephen Trigg Chapter President Geoff Baggett and KYSSAR Vice President and Surgeon Dr. Larry Leslie. Providing music at the ceremony were: Drummer Paul Whitty and fifers Scott Giltner and Charlie Scott. Wife of KYSSAR President Doug Collins--Alison and Vice President General of the Central District Lance Carter. Members of the Combined KYSSAR Color Guard

26 The Kentucky Pioneer, Volume 10, Issue 3 Page 26 Own your copy of the Kentucky Charter Contact KYSSAR President Doug Collins for this very attractive copy of the Kentucky Society Charter. Mail your $20.00 check, payable to KYSSAR to: Doug Collins 3703 River Bluff Road Prospect, KY aliedoug@twc.com