PGR chapter hosted the Wreaths Across America at the Mandeville Cemetery. We recognized 336 veterans interred there with a wreath and called out their names in remembrance of their service. I am honored to know that I personally knew at least a dozen of these wonderful Americans.
Pierre Georges Rousseau Chapter
Covington, LA
The Pierre Georges Rousseau Chapter of the Louisiana Society Sons of the American Revolution (LASSAR) proudly serves the Covington, Louisiana community as part of a statewide organization dedicated to preserving the legacy of America’s fight for independence. As one of LASSAR’s regional chapters, Pierre Georges Rousseau Chapter honors Revolutionary War patriots through educational programs, historical commemorations, and community outreach.
Rooted in the rich heritage of Louisiana’s role in the Revolution—where local militias and leaders supported the cause of liberty—the chapter continues to promote patriotism and historical awareness for future generations.
Rooted in the rich heritage of Louisiana’s role in the Revolution—where local militias and leaders supported the cause of liberty—the chapter continues to promote patriotism and historical awareness for future generations.
News and Events
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Chapter Participates in Wreaths Across America (December 14, 2024)
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Patriot Francois Dubuisson Honored (November 1, 2024)
Paul Guidry and Leonard Rohrbough participated in the St. Tammany Chapter DAR marked the grave of Patriot Francois Dubuisson in Slidell on Nov. 1. Paul and Leonard rendered 3 musket volleys. LASSAR Pres. Res Godwin attended and place an LASSAR Wreath on the grave.
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Memorial Day (May 27, 2024)
Compatriot and past chapter president Rodney McKelroy and Leonard Rohrbough participated in the Memorial Day Ceremony at Southeast Louisiana Veterans Cemetery. PGR chapter has been invited to place a wreath for many years, along with several other patriotic organizations at the memorial pavilion during a very somber remembrance of the sacrifices made by those that protect our freedom every day. Three former service members interred over the last 12 months were chosen to have their illustrious carriers and their continued lifelong public service read by administrative staff. One service member was represented by the presence of his widow and another family member.
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Colonial Days Celebration at Our Lady of the Lake School (May 21, 2024)
I have been doing this for about 5 years now in uniform. This year Compatriots Leonard Rohrbough and Paul Guidry, along with the Pierre de Mandeville chapter DAR mad a presentation to the 5th grade students of Our Lady of the Lake Catholic church in Mandeville. They have a Colonial Days celebration in the last week of school.
About 50 kids dress in various colonial attire and this year they surprised us with 3 “King Georges”. The DAR ladies presented stories of the heroin's of the revolution and the 200 anniversary of Marquis de La Fayatte’s grand return tour to the United States. Compatriots Rohrbough and Guidry spoke about the uniforms and the histories of our ancestors that wore them and various aspects of colonial life.
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Red River Cadet Receives SAR Honors (April 13, 2024)
The Louisiana Society of the Sons of American Revolution, honored Pearl River High School NJROTC Cadet Michael Keller with the Outstanding JROTC Cadet for the State of Louisiana. Cadet Keller was awarded the JROTC Silver Medallion and Scholarship check during the Youth Awards portion of the Society’s annual meeting held in Lafayette.
Cadet Keller was recommended by his Naval Science Instructor and School Principal for his outstanding academic and leadership achievements during the 2023-24 school year. Cadet Keller also submitted a well composed essay regarding the merits and experiences with the NJROTC program. Keller’s potential for leadership was recognized with a promotion to Cadet LT in charge of Operations. Presenting the award is SAR Compatriot, Rodney McKelroy LTC (USAR Ret).
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Members Share Breakfast Time Despite Heat Warnings (August 2023)
Pierre Georges Rousseau members enjoying the gentle warm breezes off the Tchefuncte River. Joel, Leonard and Rodney sat outside of the Abita Roasting Co. in Madisonville, LA for a bite of breakfast and a sip of coffee despite the excessive heat warning. Great time visiting friends
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Chapter Holds December Meeting (Dec 2022)
The Pierre George Rousseau Chapter recently held its Christmas gathering in the home of President Rodney and Amanda McKelroy. As is custom, there was a brief pause in the festivities to recognize individual accomplishments. For his continued service in support of ancestry research and sponsoring new applicants, Joel Whitehead received the SAR Liberty Medal with Oak Leaf Cluster.
For their years of service to the chapter Tom Jacks and Leonard Rohrbough each received a 25 Year Certificate. Tom Jacks accepted on behalf of his sons David, Collin and Clay Jacks 15 Year Certificates. Everyone enjoyed getting together socializing during the most joyous time of the year.
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Members Participate in Veterans Day Program at Mandeville Junior High (November 11, 2022)
Students and staff of Mandeville Junior High School remembered Veterans Day with a commemorative program on Friday November 11th, 2022. Henry Motty, Louisiana Society, Sons of American Revolution (SAR) Teacher of the Year Award recipient, planned the program to include the SAR, Pierre George Rousseau Chapter color guard.
Uniformed members were Tom Jacks, George Clemenceau, and Paul Guidry. Each member shared a short bio of their Revoluonary War ancestor. Other chapter members who shared military service experiences were Joel Whitehead, (Ret. Adm. USCG) and Michael Nation.
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Chapter Member Visits Classroom (September 2022)
Tom Jacks, SAR Minuteman Award recipient and member of the Pierre Georges Rousseau Chapter, leads a lesson of the American Revolution at Mandeville Junior High, while depicting his ancestor’s uniform of the Virginia Continental Line. His lovely young daughter, Kathleen, was proud and excited of her father’s service to the community.
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Memorial Day (May 30, 2022)
Rodney McKelroy, President of the Perrie Georges Rousseau, Louisiana Society Sons of American Revolution, lays a wreath during Memorial Day services at the Southeast Louisiana Veterans Cemetery near Slidell, Louisiana.
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Marker Rededication (April 2022)
Perrie Georges Rousseau Chapter of the SAR, Perrie de Mandeville Chapter of the DAR and, The City of Mandeville gathered at the intersection of Lakeshore Dr and Girod St., in Mandeville to rededicate the historical marker commemorating the Battle of Lake Pontchartrain. The marker was damaged during Hurricane Ida. Mr. Gary Songy was contacted to repaint the marker.
The Battle took place on 10 September 1779. The British signed a formal surrender relinquishing their interest in the colony of Louisiana on 16 October 1799 and officially ending the Revolutionary War in Louisiana. Pictured left to right are PGR Chapter members -Jim Heap, Paul Guidry, Leonard Rohrbough, Rodney McKelroy, and Henry Motty as well as the Mayor of Mandeville, Clay Madden.
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Chapter Holds Annual Lexington Concord Banquet (April 19, 2022)
The Pierre George Rousseau Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution held its annual Lexington and Concord commemorative dinner meeting 19 April 2022, 247 years to the date of the actual event. The venue was the beautiful Benedicts Plantation in Mandeville.
Chapter President, Rodney McKelroy gave a short presentation on the Battle at Eutaw Springs. Special guests included the President of the Louisiana State Society SAR, Jeffery Nolen as well as the Vice President General of the Southern District SAR, Bradly Hayes and his wife Sarah.
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