The Colonel George Waller Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) proudly participated in “Patriots on the Square,” an Independence Day celebration hosted by the Martinsville-Henry County Historical Society on Friday, July 4, at the Heritage Museum in Uptown Martinsville.
The evening event, held from 6 to 9 p.m., featured historical reenactments, live music, food and drink, and was well attended by the local community. Chapter members in attendance included Chapter President Andy Doss, Chaplain and Treasurer Gary Hollandsworth, and living history compatriots Mike Bass, Gene Reamey, and Mark Leviner.
President Doss opened part of the ceremony with a musket firing demonstration, and later read powerful excerpts from the Declaration of Independence. Gary Hollandsworth participated with a stirring reading from George Mason’s 1776 Virginia Declaration of Rights, an essential influence on the U.S. Bill of Rights and a cornerstone of American liberty.
Throughout the evening, the chapter’s living history team showcased their 18th-century tent setup, complete with an authentic display of Revolutionary-era gear and accoutrements. Guests were encouraged to take photos and engage with the reenactors, who answered questions and shared insights into the lives of American patriots.
