Rhea-Craig Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution NSDAR Motto: God, Home, Country

Over two hundred years ago, American Patriots fought and sacrificed for the freedoms we enjoy today. Through participation in the Society’s programs and activities you can continue this legacy by actively supporting historic preservation and promoting educational and patriotic endeavors. Any woman 18 years or older regardless of race, religion, or ethnic background, who can prove lineal descent from a patriot of the American Revolution, is eligible for membership. NSDAR Motto: God, Home, Country

Monday, December 19, 2016

Wreaths Across America - December 17, 2016

Wreaths Across America provided 8000 wreaths and members of Rhea-Craig Chapter DAR joined hundreds of others to lay wreaths on the graves at Chattanooga National Veterans Cemetery.

The heavy mist provided the perfect atmosphere in this quiet sacred place. After a solemn ceremony members of Rhea-Craig gathered armfuls of wreaths and walked from grave to grave, placing the wreaths and saying, out loud, the name of the veteran buried there. By saying the name out loud we ensure that veteran is never forgotten. As the wreaths began to fill large sections of the cemetery those red bows on the vibrant evergreen transformed the barren acres into a beautiful holiday memory of those men and women who so unselfishly served our country.

Bundled up and ready to lay wreaths on the graves of our veterans.

Presenting the colors

Beautiful rendition of our National Anthem

Coming to retrieve the colors

Taps

Wednesday, December 14, 2016

Special Recognition Awards

Dana Myers received the Community Service Award through NSDAR for her outstanding volunteer service through her participation with the St. Mary's Legacy Clinic which operates a mobile medical van to bring health care services to uninsured members in rural communities. The award was presented by Susan Pluff, Treasurer and Carrie Ann Bright, Regent at our December 10, 2016 meeting.

At our December 10, 2016 meeting: The Crabtree family received a Certificate of Award for the Proper Use, Correct Display and Patriotic Presentation of The Flag of the United States of America. Presented by Carrie Ann Bright, Regent.

At our December 10, 2016 meeting: Mary Hendershot was recognized for "Promotion of the Arts" in Monroe County (through the Monroe Area Council of the Arts). Jane Yates, Vice-regent presented the award.