by Cindy Avery and Beth Harrison
What do you think of when you hear the word “Patriot?” Maybe the Mel Gibson movie? Revolutionary War soldiers, or WWII soldiers might come to mind. Someone researching their genealogy might discover or be trying to connect to patriots in their family.
The members of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) are connected by lineage with patriots who fought in the American Revolutionary War. It is a bond that is shared among members. Think about if you have a family member who served in the military. If you do, then you have a Patriot in your family! This Patriot may still be living or long deceased.
The Jonathan Hardin Chapter (JHC) NSDAR values the sacrifices made by our patriots of today and of the past. Our freedoms exist because of the men and women who have served our country.
The DAR has partnered with Wreaths Across America, and these organizations share similar missions: 1) Remember the fallen veterans; 2) honor our military who serve today; and 3) educate our youth about the value of freedom and the sacrifices that have been made by Patriots to preserve those freedoms.
The National Wreaths Across America Day is December 16, 2023. Ceremonies will be held and wreaths will be laid in nearby cemeteries to honor our local heroes. On this special day, fallen veterans across the country and internationally will be honored with wreaths reverently placed at their gravesites.
The four locations are Driver and Salem Cemetries in Freestone County; and LaSalle and New Hope (Jewett) in Limestone County. We welcome volunteers, and you can help honor your family Patriot, or assist in remembering and honoring other fallen Veterans.
For more information, go to our website: www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/TX1128P to learn how you can volunteer to place wreaths on graves and/or sponsor a wreath for an honored Patriot!
