The regularly scheduled meeting of the Natchitoches Chapter of the Louisiana Society of the Sons of the American Revolution was held at El Patron Restaurant, Natchitoches, Louisiana.
President Sandy McNeely reported that there are three JROTC cadets who are entered in the statewide competition for Outstanding Cadet, including one from our chapter. It was decided to award of $50 and the SAR Bronze Medal to the Natchitoches Chapter winner. Compatriot Truman Maynard told of our support of the ROTC Program at Northwestern State University, and the JROTC Programs at Natchitoches Central, Lakeview, Grant Parish, and Leesville.
Compatriot Tony L. Vets shared a copy of the newest SAR Magazine, which featured an article about our chapter’s Grave Marking Ceremony, held last 27 October, honoring the service of Patriot Francois Paul Bossier. The ceremony also marked the obelisk of Col William Houston Jack, the founder of the Louisiana Society.
President McNeely presented the Bronze Roger Sherman Medal to Compatriot Alan McMurtry, noting his sustained superior service to the Chapter.
President Sandy McNeely reported that there are three JROTC cadets who are entered in the statewide competition for Outstanding Cadet, including one from our chapter. It was decided to award of $50 and the SAR Bronze Medal to the Natchitoches Chapter winner. Compatriot Truman Maynard told of our support of the ROTC Program at Northwestern State University, and the JROTC Programs at Natchitoches Central, Lakeview, Grant Parish, and Leesville.
Compatriot Tony L. Vets shared a copy of the newest SAR Magazine, which featured an article about our chapter’s Grave Marking Ceremony, held last 27 October, honoring the service of Patriot Francois Paul Bossier. The ceremony also marked the obelisk of Col William Houston Jack, the founder of the Louisiana Society.
President McNeely presented the Bronze Roger Sherman Medal to Compatriot Alan McMurtry, noting his sustained superior service to the Chapter.