Today's program was a stirring retrospective slide show of the events of this year through September. Produced by Paul Simpson, Piedmont Chapter Webmaster, the show demonstrated why the Piedmont Chapter, GASSAR, is known as the "Award Winning Piedmont Chapter". Its purpose was to acquaint newer members and prospects with the activities of the Chapter in a way that Committee reports could not. A shorter version will be used as a recruiting tool in addressing civic, fraternal and other groups in the future. If you would like a copy of the slide show, please notify Jim McIntire.

The December meeting is always graced by our members' ladies. Robin McIntire,

Joyce Sapp, Lou Ferguson, Phyllis Tanner, Shirley Thorstenberg and Nancy Prescott

are shown enjoying each other's company after the meeting. Unfortunately Joyce

Mortison had already gone before this picture was taken. Ladies, thanks for coming.

Treasurer Bob Shaw, who was recently named Citizen of the Year by the

East Cobb Lions Club, and President Carl Tanner embrace the holiday season

in front of the Christmas tree provided by Holiday Inn.

Craig Hahn, who is now ready to submit his papers,

visits with Past President Glynn Acree.

Paul Simpson, producer of today's program, visiting with President Carl Tanner

and Mike Jones who submitted his paperwork at our November meeting.

Heroism Award

December 11, 2007

Three Medals for Heroism were given on December 11^th to Lt. Bob Chrisner, Jamie Whitfield and Timothy Allen McTyre. the Medals along with certificates were presented by the Sons of Liberty, Captain John Collins and Piedmont Chapters of the SAR as a joint effort. Kendall Abbott of the Sons of Liberty Chapter served as Master of Ceremonies at the event. The awards were made in Russell Hall on the campus of McEachern High School in Cobb County.

Lt. Bob Chrisner along with Jamie Whitfield and Timothy McTyre came upon an auto accident while going to work. The auto was on fire and a person was entrapped in the auto. The three rescued the person from the burning automobile and for this act they are recognized as heroes.

In the photo reading from left to right you have Paul Prescott, Piedmont Chapter, Kendall Abbott, Sons of Liberty Chapter, the three medal recipients, Tony Toth, Sons of Liberty Chapter, Bob Sapp, Piedmont Chapter, and Larry Guzy, Captain John Collins Chapter.

Vans Creek

December 8, 2007

There's no doubt that the fight at Elbert County's Vann's Creek on Feb. 11, 1779, was one of a most of important little skirmishes in a big war.

If an outnumbered group of patriots that day hadn't taken potshots and thinned a loyalist force crossing into Georgia, who knows what would have happened three days later at the battle of Kettle Creek, a famous patriot victory.

And the fact that the obscure Vann's Creek battle got its due this weekend could be part of a larger shift in thinking about Georgia's Revolutionary War sites.

On Saturday, representatives from the Georgia Society Sons of the American Revolution, including Piedmont members, Georgia Color Guard Commander Paul Prescott, Billy Templeton, Bob Sapp, Bobby Shaw and George Thurmond, mustered along the Savannah River to place a granite marker commemorating the Vann's Creek fight. (From the Athens Banner-Herald)

The Militia and Georgia Society Color Guard at the "Present Arms" for the Pledge of Allegiance.

CAR and other dignitaries unveiling the monument.

Piedmont Color Guard member George Thurmond introducing John Wallace, Chairman of

the George Washington Endowment Fund, John is from Alabama.

Steve Rauch, Command Historian at Ft. Gordon, Stewart Lyle and Roland Scott Davis, a noted

historian and authority on Revolutionary War battles in NE Georgia.

Charles Baxley, Dr. Russell Brown, Stuart Lyle and Steve Rauch.

Charles Baxley, Steve Rauch, Stuart Lyle, Dr. Russell Brown and Larry Wilson

Front of the monument.

Georgia Society Color Guard with the Fargo Community Band.

The Colonel Elijah Clark Militia fires a musket salute at the conclusion of the Vans Creek

monument dedication.

John Jenkins Grave Marking

Barnesville GA

December 2, 2007

Georgia Society Color Guard Commander and member of the Piedmont Chapter

Paul Prescott organizes members of the Color Guard.

The Color Guard prepares for the presentation of the Colors.

Piedmont Chapter member Bob Sapp salutes the monument.

Piper John Mortison plays a beautiful rendition of

Amazing Grace.

Chapter Meeting

November 17, 2007

Lynne Riley, Fulton County Commissioner for District Three, details for the Chapter the work and progress of the Committee created by the Georgia General Assembly to study the future of Fulton County and of the Sheriff''s Subcommittee of that Committee which she chairs.

Vice President Jim McIntire presents a Speaker's Certificate to Commissioner Riley in appreciation for her address.

Commissioner Riley visits with Compatriots Bill Lusk, Milton City Councilman, President Carl Tanner and Charles Moran.

President Tanner presents Membership Certificates to our newest member, Robert Boushell, for himself and his son John.

Jim McIntire visits with guest Tom Delorme who has chaired the Old Soldiers' Day Parade for the American Legion Post 201 in Alpharetta for many years.

Phyllis Tanner, State Treasurer of the NSDAR and wife of President Carl Tanner, invites members of the Piedmont Chapter to participate in the programs held at the Meadow Garden site operated by the DAR in Augusta.

November 6, 2007

Fallen Heroes

On Tuesday, November 6, four members of the Piedmont Chapter Color Guard traveled to Montgomery, Alabama to participate in a program to Honor Alabama's 92 Fallen Service Members in the Global War on Terrorism. The program was conducted at the state capital with Governor Bob Riley providing remarks at a dignified program. Also participating were two member of the Alabama SAR Color Guard and one member from Mississippi.

Participating from the Piedmont Chapter were Color Guard Commander Paul Prescott, Jack Ferguson, Bob Sapp and George Thurmond.

Although somewhat hard to identify this is an M16 weapon with the

the fallen soldier's helmet atop the gun, 92 dog tags of the deceased

hanging on the gun and the stand, all signifying the lost lives of 92

members of the military from Alabama who gave their all.

Piedmont Color Guard members Bob Sapp and Jack Ferguson.

GASSAR and Piedmont Chapter Color Guard Commander Paul Prescott and Color Guard member Jack Ferguson participating in the ceremony along with Alabama Color Guard members.

Commander Prescott and Piedmont Color Guard member George Thurmond participating in a segment of the ceremony.

Commemorating the 92 members who died in this fight against terrorism.

Battle of Savannah

October 9, 2007

Members of the US Army 3rd Infantry Division Salute Battery fire a

gun salute to honor those who fought at the Spring Hill battle of

Savannah, October 9, 1779.

The Georgia Color Guard, under the command of Commander Paul Prescott

leading the march to the battle site early the morning of October 9, 2007.

Other Piedmont Chapter members of the Color Guard attending this event

included George Thurmond, Jack Ferguson and Bob Sapp.

Participants moving to the dedication area early on the morning of

October 9, the time of the battle. Note the heavy mist in the air.

The 1911 Sons of the Revolution marker which was removed a few years

ago, now back in place atop an earthen berm marking the location of the

original Spring Hill Redoubt.

The Honorable Otis Jackson, Mayor of Savannah and Polish representative

cutting the ribbon at the dedication of the eight hundred granite markers

representing the Allied French and American attacks on the British Redoubt.

The 800 granite markers, some showing the names of donors for this

Memorial including the Edward Telfair Chapter SAR, the Georgia

Society and the GWEF.

Samuel Elbert marker at Battlefield Memorial Park in Savannah

Raising the flag, this Betsy Ross flag will fly atop the 50 feet flag pole

continuously at the battlefield serving as a guide to visitors to the site.

Commander Paul Prescott on the left with members of the Georgia Color Guard who participated

in the Savannah program on October 9, 2007

Chapter Meeting

October 20, 2007

Rep. Jan Jones took time from her busy schedule in the Georgia General Assembly to advise us of her efforts with State Senator Mark Burkhalter to reactivate Milton County which merged, along with Campbell County, into Fulton County during the depths of the Great Depression in 1932.

Vice President Jim McIntire presents Rep. Jones a Speaker's Certificate in appreciation of her address.

Registrar Bob Sapp displays the Col. Theodore D. Roosevelt, Jr. Award granted to the Piedmont Chapter at the National Convention for its participation in Partners in Patriotism with the American Legion.

Bob Sapp presents to Jim McIntire Jim's Life Membership Certificate.

First Annual SAR-DAR-CAR End Of

Summer Picnic

September 22, 2007

Looking for all of the world like a good old Southern Decoration Day or Homecoming Day, members of the Piedmont Chapter, GASSAR, and the Martha Stewart Bulloch Chapter, NSDAR, with their spouses, children and grandchildren gathered to break bread (BBQ) in celebration of the last full day of Summer.

The event was very successfully catered by the Rib Ranch. Their representative

for the event was Adrienne Evert who is one of the Martha Stewart Bulloch

Chapter's newest members.

Marty Thurmond assists Robin McIntire in collecting the admission fees.

Once the food was laid out, the members of the Piedmont and Martha

Stewart Bulloch Chapters and their spouses started circling.

Ken Cannestra bonded with the cheese potatoes. Tom Davis acted as his spotter.

Success! The feed bag is on!

Jim and Jen Finot with their grand daughter.

Robbin Wheatley with her daughter. "Mommy, that man is looking at me".

"It's alright, Honey. He's harmless"

Tom and Susan Chrisman have quickly plunged right in to being active members.

Three generations come together for the last full day of Summer.

Many smiling faces attest to the quality of the food. Sitting across from each other,

Robin and Jim McIntire made sure nothing edible escaped their attention.

Phyllis Tanner, Nancy Prescott and Joyce Sapp are enjoying the fellowship of the

picnic while Jack Ferguson attends to the more serious business at hand.

Maj. John Fitzgerald and Col George Thurmond discussing military strategy.

God bless the USA.

Marty Thurmond and Dianne Cannestra reflect the camaraderie felt by all as

summer draws to a close.

Memories are made of this.

Milton GA.

September 2007

Members of the Piedmont Chapter, Skip Gray, George Thurmond, Glynn Acree,

Paul Prescott and Bob Sapp display the Constitution Week Proclamation received

from the Mayor and City Council of this, the newest city in Georgia. Members of

a Boy Scout troop also attended this event.

Sandy Springs GA.

September 18, 2007

Constitution Week Proclamation

Members of the Piedmont Chapter, GASSAR joined with

members of the Fort Peachtree Chapter, NSDAR for a

Constitution Week Proclamation at the Sandy Springs City Hall.

Mayor Eva Galambos greets the SAR/DAR delegation receiving the

Constitution Week Proclamation. Shown are GASSAR State Color Guard Commander

Paul Prescott, and Fort Peachtree Chapter, NSDAR Regent Marion G. Atkins,

and Fort Peachtree Chapter, NSDAR Constitution Week Chairman JoAnne Padgett.

Mayor Galambos prepares to issue the Proclamation. In attendance for the

occasion were Piedmont Chapter, GASSAR, members Paul Prescott, Treasurer

Bob Shaw and Vice President Jim McIntire (not shown). Representing the

Fort Peachtree Chapter, NSDAR, were Regent Marion G. Atkins, and

Constitution Week Chairman JoAnne Padgett.

Mayor Galambos reads the Proclamation.

Regent Marion G. Atkins describes the significance of the occasion

and thanks the City Council for the Proclamation

Color Guard Commander Paul Prescott comments on the difficulties

of framing the Constitution and outlines what has been come

to be known as the "miracle at Philadelphia".

Roswell GA.

September 17, 2007

Constitution Week Proclamation

Mayor Jere Wood reads the Constitution Week Proclamation

Martha Stewart Bulloch Chapter members Gayle Hughes and Patsy Mann are

joined by Piedmont Chapter members Bob Sapp, Jim McIntire, Bob Shaw and

Walt Woliver as the proclamation is read. MSB member Robin McIntire also

was in attendance but is not pictured because she took the photos at this event.

Gayle Hughes and Patsy Mann brought small American flags for distribution to

all in attendance at City Hall.

Bob Sapp addresses the assembly on the significance of Constitution Week

The Roswell City Council members join the two Chapters' delegations for this

joint photo

Constitution Day Lunch

September 15, 2007

Carl Tanner, Jim McIntire and Tony Martin assisted arriving Daughters from

their cars at the Constitution Week Luncheon held at the Ansley Country Club.

Constitution Week State Chairman Mary Simonds welcomes CAR members to

the Luncheon

Sarah Anne Dorney, State President GSCAR, displays the painting of the Constitutional

Convention to be given by the GSCAR to Berry College.

William S. Duffey, Jr., Judge, United States District Court, was the speaker at the

Constitution Week Luncheon

The GASSAR Color Guard Retires the Colors.

Chapter Meeting

September 15, 2007

The Honorable Karen Handel, Georgia Secretary of State

Vice President Jim McIntire presented Secretary Handel a Speaker's Certificate in

appreciation for her address.

President Tanner presents a Membership Certificate to the Piedmont Chapter's

newest member, William Gordon.

Secretary Handel visiting with our members and guests

Secretary Handel's Aide, Krisi Eikey, visiting with guest Roger Santi who will stand

in the next election for a position on the Milton City Council.

Secretary Handel answered many questions and here visits with Jack Ferguson

and his wife Louisa.

Secretary Handel, President Tanner and Roger Santi

Secretary Handel poses with Tom Davis and Jim McIntire.

Malcolm Newell (Mike) Jones and his wife Pat visiting with the McIntires.

Mike submitted his membership application and documentation at today's

meeting. Mike and Jim are Third Cousins

September 10, 2007

On 10 September 2007, the Piedmont Chapter, GASSAR, presented a Flag Certificate to the Holiday Inn Atlanta Roswell. Representing the Holiday Inn was Bob Horton, General Manager. Representing the Piedmont Chapter were Color Guard Members Paul Prescott, Jack Ferguson, Bob Sapp, George Thurmond, Glynn Acree and Vice President Jim McIntire (not pictured).

This event is of particular significance to our Chapter. Starting with our meeting on October 20, 2007, at which Rep. Jan Jones of the Georgia General Assembly, will be our speaker, the Holiday Inn located at 909 Holcomb Bridge Rd. in Roswell will be our new quarters www.holidayinn.com/roswellga ).

Breakfast will be served buffet style at 8:00 AM and the meetings will beheld in the Willow Room. Cost will continue to be $15.00 per person. A real benefit to the Chapter lies in the ease of expansion of meeting space without having to move from room to room. We have been greeted with open arms by Bob Horton and Barbara Mullin, Director of Sales and Marketing andare looking forward to our association with one of the most community focused hotels in the North Fulton area.

September 2007

Members of the Piedmont Chapter and the John Collins Chapter are pictured receiving a proclamation from Sam Olens, County Commissioner of Cobb County, designating September 6th as remembrance of Marquis de LaFayette's 250th birthday.

September 2007

Anderson Fambrough Grave Marking

Anderson Fambrough grave marking in Oconee County GA where Piedmont members George Thurmond, John Mortison, Jack Ferguson, Terry Manning and Georgia Color Guard Commander Paul Prescott participated at this very well run and attended event.

Chapter Meeting

August 18, 2007

Rev. Dr. E. Malone Dodson was our August Speaker. Although retired after 46 years of service in the ministry, 24 of which were at the Roswell United Methodist Church, Dr. Dodson still serves as Chairman, member of the Board of Directors or Executive Committee and many other Senior Positions of 13 different organizations.

Vice President Jim McIntire presents a Speaker's Certificate to Dr. Dodson

Al Finley is inducted as Chaplain by President Carl Tanner.

James Milton Fletcher, a Salzberger, receives his Membership Certificate from President Carl tanner.

Tom and Joyce Chrisman come as a package. Tom's papers are in work for membership in the Piedmont Chapter, and Joyce's are in work for the Sandy Springs DAR Chapter.

Susan Finley attending our meeting for the first time with husband, Al.

Rita Gray greeted Dr. Dodson with the comment, "I feel like I already know you". His influence has been felt by many in our community for years.

President Tanner, Dr. Harold McPheeters and Dr. Dodson enjoying a moment of fellowship after the meeting.

Alpharetta Georgia

August 4, 2007

Old Soldiers Day Parade

Bob Sapp, Bob Shaw, Jack Ferguson and George Thurmond assemble the Piedmont Chapter float for the 55th Annual Old Soldiers Day Parade sponsored by American Legion Post 201 in Alpharetta, GA.

It takes a lot of talking and discussions before things get underway. Bob Sapp and Marty Thurmond.

Phyllis Tanner and friends

Once assembled, the float is prepared to commemorate the Generations of Valor being remembered in the Parade.

The DAR Float

Phil Riddle, who has supplied and driven the float for the past 10 years. and Billy Templeton prepare to do it again.

Paul Prescott, George Thurmond, Revis Butler, Jack Ferguson and Bob Sapp smartly uniformed in spite of the heat, proudly represent the GASSAR

US Army Military Band

Highly decorated GMC pick-up

World War II Veterans Float

A little politics with Alpharetta Mayor Pro Tem Jim Paine

The parade was a fun time for all

Beautiful children and beautiful grandchildren of "Old Soldiers"

Ready to defend our nation but about 15 years too young

A big reason why we have a military...our families and loved ones

Bob Sapp, Jack Ferguson, Revis Butler, George Thurmond and Billy Templeton

Float Judges and the Marshall inspecting the floats

The laying of the wreath.

July 21, 2007

Frank Shaw was the speaker at the Saturday morning Chapter meeting

Frank Shaw receives a Speakers Certificate of Appreciation from Vice President Jim McIntire. Speaking about "Our Scottish Heritage" the talk generated a great deal of interest.

Linda Bhame, wife of Piedmont Secretary Carl Bhame poses with Mr. Shaw

Chapter meetings are a great time to reminisce and two Chapter members and WWII Veterans talked to each other about their experiences. Col. "Hap" Chandler of the 8th Air Force on the left and B-24 Pilot David Manker

Chapter members Glynn Acree, Bill Walker and Jim McIntire display a bit of their Scottish heritage

July 21, 2007

The Piedmont Chapter conducted a Flag Retirement Ceremony on July 21st at the Northside Chapel Crematory in Roswell. Members of the Piedmont Chapter and Piedmont Color Guard participated along with members of the Cherokee and Joseph Habersham SAR Chapters, Fort Peachtree and Martha Stewart Bulloch DAR Chapters, American Legion Post 201 and Task Force Patriot. Some 200 flags were retired by burning in the dignified ceremony. The Northside Chapel and Crematory along with the Piedmont Chapter sponsored the ceremony.

Piedmont Color Guard members George Thurmond, Color Guard Commander Paul

Prescott and Jack Ferguson stand at attention as Sgt at Arms Tom Davis receives

a flag from Piedmont Vice President Jim McIntire, President Carl Tanner and

acting Chaplain Bill Walker.

This photo shows the large number of flags that were collected for this event.

The crowd that gathered to witness the Flag Retirement Ceremony

Color Guard Commander Paul Prescott's grandson playing TAPS

Billy Templeton and Ted Smith fire a musket salute at the end

of the ceremony.

July 21, 2007

January 21 was a busy day for Paul Prescott, George Thurmond, Jack Ferguson and Jim McIntire as they participated at the 12th Annual Fulton County Republican Barbeque

Piedmont Chapter members Post the Colors at the Republican Barbeque

All flags except the U.S. Flag are lowered for the Pledge of Allegiance

Singing of the Star Spangled Banner opened the 12 annual Fulton County Republican barbeque

June 22 -23, 2007

Roswell Magnolia Storytelling Festival

Piedmont Chapter, GASSAR, members Bob Sapp, Carl Tanner and Jim McIntire are joined by Martha Stewart Bulloch Chapter, NSDAR, members Phyllis Tanner and Dianne Cannestra in preparing a shared tent for both Chapters' first participation in the Roswell Magnolia Storytelling Festival held on June 22 - 23, 2007. Bob Sapp, State Society Genealogist and Chapter Registrar, conducted a Genealogy Workshop on Saturday for 29 participants. Although two hours were allocated for the workshop, time still ran short due to the interest and questions of those participating.

Roswell Mayor Jere Wood admires the musket displayed by State Color Guard Commander Paul Prescott at the Roswell Magnolia Storytelling Festival.

June 16, 2007

Chapter Meeting

Billy Holcombe and Paul and Nancy Prescott enjoy each other's company as

they dine at our all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet before the meeting.

Fellowship abounds as we enjoy our new and larger quarters at the

Double Tree hotel in Roswell.

Our June speaker, David Sullivan whose family has lived in

the area we now know as Roswell since 1836, amidst much

laughter enlightens those of us who arrived later. He also

informed us of the impact of two young boys - one of

whom shouts "nekkid" from inside a culvert - on current

Roswell memories. If this piques your curiosity, come to

our meetings for enlightenment.

David Sullivan and Billy Holcombe compare notes on "Old times there are

not forgotten". Y'all come!

June 4, 2007

Alpharetta, GA Issues Flag Day Proclamation

Piedmont Compatriots Jack Ferguson, Bob Shaw, Walt Woliver and Jim McIntire

receive the Flag Day 2007 Proclamation from Alpharetta Mayor Arthur Letchas.

Flag Certificates

Flag certificates are presented each year to schools, organizations and businesses that display the American flag properly.

Flag Certificates were presented to 43 organizations in 2006.

Junior ROTC Programs

Roswell HS

Northview HS

Pope HS

Centennial HS

Dunwoody HS

Lassiter HS

North Forsyth HS

North Springs HS

Wheeler HS

Two applications for Outstanding Cadet received in 2006.

Two monetary awards given in 2006

Public Safety Awards

On June 6, 2006 the Piedmont Chapter and the County of Gwinnett, GA awarded to Captain David Dusik a

certificate of commendation in recognition of his 24 years of service as a member of the Fire and Emergency

Service. Captain Dusik has served on the Underwater Rescue Team, the Hazardous-Materials Team, the

Tactical Rescue Team and served as Battalion Command Specialist. Captain Dusik is a participant and supporter

of the Special Operations Forces Run which is an annual event in Gwinnett County.

Knight Essay Contest

2High schools participated in 2006 with one entree each.

Each participant was given a certificate. Two monetary

awards were given

Piedmont Members Support SAR State and National

Chapter Members who currently hold Georgia Society Offices

George Thurmond, Trustee NSSAR
Paul Prescott, Commander Color Guard, Georgia Society SAR

Robert Sapp, Genealogist, Georgia Society SAR

National Society Committee Representation by Piedmont Members

Americanism	Color Guard
Historic Sites & Celebrations	Membership
Information & Technology	Merchandise
Revolutionary War Graves	Nominating
Children of the American Revolution	Veterans
ROTC

Color Guard

Eight members are in Continental uniform, one bag piper and two wear kilts.

Georgia Heritage Day

In the past year members in Patriot uniforms made 37 presentations on the Revolutionary War era to area elementary and middle school students.

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The Piedmont Chapter of the Georgia Society Sons of the American Revolution

Junior ROTC Programs

Public Safety Awards

On June 6, 2006 the Piedmont Chapter and the County of Gwinnett, GA awarded to Captain David Dusik a

Knight Essay Contest

Georgia Heritage Day

The Piedmont Chapter
of the Georgia Society
Sons of the American Revolution