THE CONNECTICUT SOCIETY OF THE
SONS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION
Founded April 2, 1889, our purpose is to keep alive the memory of
men and women who fought or gave service for Independence in the American Revolutionary War.

Fort Griswold, Battle of Groton Heights Commemoration

August 31, 2008 11:57 AM

Today the Regiment took part in the 227th Anniversary Commemoration of the Battle of Groton Heights (September 6, 1781) at Fort Griswold Battlefield State Park in Groton, CT. We served as the Color Guard and provided the wreath. This marked our 12th year participating. I would like to thank the following Color Guard members:
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01) Wayne Bickley - Putnam
02) Harry Clarke - Hale
03) Lee Gerlander - Putnam
04) Todd Gerlander - Putnam
05) Randy Gerlander - Putnam
06) Mike Juhase - at Large
07) Bob Rivard - Huntington
08) Fred Rivard - Huntington
09) Russell Wirtalla - Putnam

Next event: The Durham Fair, September 26, 27, 28, 2008

Put your faith in God and keep your powder dry,

Todd L. Gerlander, Colonel Commanding