The regularly scheduled meeting of the Natchitoches Chapter of the Louisiana Society of the Sons of the American Revolution was held at Nicky’s Mexican Restaurant, Natchitoches, Louisiana. President Sandy McNeely welcomed members and guests, noting the presence of Katie Lombardino and Leah Swanstrom.
Compatriot Truman Maynard read a letter that his ancestor, Dr Robert Honeyman, had sent to President James Madison on 23 June 1812. In the letter, Dr Honyman apologized for hastily leaving the White House due to “…feeling the approach of an infirmity which required a degree of seclusion incompatible with my remaining in your magnificent mansion.”
Katie Lombardino introduced Leah Swanstrom, Louisiana State Registrar for the Children of the American Revolution. Leah told about the two main projects of the CAR, the National Project and the State Project. The National Project strives to connect history and leadership, by learning about the early life of George Washington, and raising funds to reproduce the family desk that young George would have used at his boyhood home. The state Project seeks to educate the public about the contributions of Bernardo de Galvez to the cause of American Independence, and to celebrate the 240th anniversary of his victory at the Battle of Baton Rouge.
Compatriot Truman Maynard read a letter that his ancestor, Dr Robert Honeyman, had sent to President James Madison on 23 June 1812. In the letter, Dr Honyman apologized for hastily leaving the White House due to “…feeling the approach of an infirmity which required a degree of seclusion incompatible with my remaining in your magnificent mansion.”
Katie Lombardino introduced Leah Swanstrom, Louisiana State Registrar for the Children of the American Revolution. Leah told about the two main projects of the CAR, the National Project and the State Project. The National Project strives to connect history and leadership, by learning about the early life of George Washington, and raising funds to reproduce the family desk that young George would have used at his boyhood home. The state Project seeks to educate the public about the contributions of Bernardo de Galvez to the cause of American Independence, and to celebrate the 240th anniversary of his victory at the Battle of Baton Rouge.