Color Guard

Our Color Guard today works much in the same way as the militia did during the Revolutionary War. During the war there were militia groups spread out in all the towns and local communities, ready to be called to action at any time.

Today we rely on the Color Guards of our local Branches to act on the behalf of the state society.

The Color Guard annually participates in:

• Patriot's Day Events, Lexington & Concord, MA.
• Bunker Hill Day Ceremonies, Charlestown, MA.
• Educational School Programs throughout the State.
• Liberty Pole Dedications.
• Patriot Grave Marking Ceremonies.
• Parades and Celebrations.
• Living History Encampments.
• S.A.R., D.A.R., and C.A.R. Sponsored Events.
• New England District Color Guard Events.

The Color Guards that represent us are:

The New England Contingent and it's following detachments:

• Connecticut Continental Line
• Eleventh Regiment of Connecticut Militia
• General Wolcott's Brigade
• Colonel Huntington's Regiment

Branches are encouraged to start their own groups. Some are working on just that today. Color Guards are one of the best ways for our society to promote revolutionary history.

Most of the events listed on our happenings page are attended by Color Guard members.