HomeMy WebLinkAboutProclamations - 03/18/2019 - 25th Anniversary SAR PiedmontRecognizing the 25t' Anniversary of the Piedmont Chapter
of the Sons of the American Revolution
WHEREAS, the American Revolution secured the independence of the United States and made possible
our vibrant system of self-government; and
WHEREAS, the supporters of the American Revolution, through their vision and determination,
enhanced the lives of countless individuals and made possible our system of equal justice,
limited government, and the rule of law; and
WHEREAS, the sacrifices made by those who fought in the American Revolution, and the role played
by the 39 delegates at the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania,
irrevocably changed the course of history; and
WHEREAS, our Constitution, a revered and living document, remains the oldest operational written
constitution, provides inalienable rights for every American citizen, secures the `Blessings
of Liberty for ourselves and our posterity", and sets the standard of democracy for the
world; and
WHEREAS, the delegates to the Constitutional Convention in 1787 established the imperative precedent
of compromise, which remains to this day an essential aspect of the American legislature;
and
WHEREAS, the Sons of the American Revolution, to honor their fathers and grandfathers who fought
or aided in gaining our freedom was created on the 1001 anniversary of George Washington
taking his oath of offices as our first President; and
WHEREAS, March 17, 2019 marks the 251 anniversary of the Charter granted to the Piedmont Chapter
by the National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution; and
WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that the extraordinary achievements of this outstanding
organization be appropriately recognized.
NOW, THEREFORE, we, the Mayor and City Council of the City of Milton congratulate the Piedmont
Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution on the grand occasion of its 251 anniversary and commend
its many efforts to promote patriotism and the legacy of our nation's founders..
Given under my hand and Seal of the City of Milton, Georgia on�this th day of March, 2019.
Joe LockN�obd, Mayor