Colonel James Wood II Chapter of the Virginia SAR participated in Wreaths Across America

The Colonel James Wood II Chapter of the Virginia Society Sons of the American Revolution participated in the Wreaths Across America (WAA) Program by placing eight wreaths on Revolutionary War patriot graves. These included three graves in Warren County and five graves in Frederick County at the Back Creek Quaker Cemetery. One wreath was placed at the grave of the founding President of the Chapter, Al White, at Prospect Hill Cemetery, Front Royal.

Wreaths Across America’s mission is to remember the men and women who served our country, honor our military and their families and teach our children about our freedom and those who protect it. This program began in 1992 and was originally planned for an older section of Arlington National Cemetery as a tribute to those veteran graves who were not receiving visitors. This has grown to tributes being paid at over 1,000 cemeteries across the nation.

WAA conducts programs to honor veterans, including the popular “Thanks a Million” campaign which distributes cards to people all over the country giving veterans a simple “thank you” for their service. WAA participates in several veterans’ events throughout the year and works with local veterans organizations. They are committed to teaching younger generations about the value of their freedoms and the importance of honoring those who sacrificed so much to protect these freedoms. The organization offers learning tools, interactive media projects and opportunities for youth groups to participate in the events.

Participating for the Chapter were Dale Corey, Clay Robinson and Marc Robinson.