The Wiregrass Chapter, Georgia Society Sons of the American Revolution held its monthly meeting at McKinney Pond Restaurant in Midville, April 9, 2026, at 6 p.m. With President Steve Burke presiding, they had 16 in attendance including guests.
President Steve opened the meeting with a welcome and asked 2nd Vice President Gary Mason to open with a prayer and then 1st Vice President Alton Reynolds led everyone in the Pledge to the U.S. Flag and the Pledge to the SAR.
They enjoyed a great buffet meal of shrimp, corn dodgers, French fries and all the trimmings.
President Steve called on Compatriot John Derden for a report on the Brier Creek Battlefield. President Steve gave the treasurers report then called on Registrar Dess Smith to introduce the speaker. The speaker for tonight was Mike Lisenby, who is a retired lawyer and lives with his wife Nancy in Swainsboro.
His presentation was on "1776". After Lisenby's outstanding presentation, President Steve presented him with a Certificate of Appreciation.
President Steve talked about the past month's events and upcoming events. The main event coming up is the 4 Patriot grave marking and Frederica Naval Battle on St. Simons Island, April 17 & 18.
1st VP Alton Reynolds then led everyone in the SAR Recessional and 2nd VP Gary Mason closed the meeting with the benediction.
