“Why the Color Guard Matters (And Why They Always Steal the Show)”

Let’s talk about the Color Guard: the beating heart, shining star, and—in many ways—the flashiest history lesson you’ll see this side of 1776.

You see, in the Sons of the American Revolution, we take history seriously—but we also know how to wear it well. The Color Guard isn’t just a group of well-dressed gentlemen marching around with flags; they are the living embodiment of our commitment to honor and remember — and look excellent doing it!

They show up in full Continental Army regalia—not because it’s comfortable (trust me, it’s not), but because those uniforms command respect. When the Color Guard marches into a room or leads a parade, people stand a little taller. Kids stop and ask questions. Veterans salute. And somewhere in the heavens, George Washington probably nods in approval.

But let’s dig deeper. The Color Guard preserves more than just fabric and ceremony—they preserve memory. Every flag they carry tells a story. The Betsy Ross, the Grand Union, the Gadsden—these aren’t just colorful rectangles flapping in the breeze. They are stitched with sacrifice, rebellion, and the hope of a brand-new nation.

Their presence at SAR events reminds us that patriotism isn’t something that lives in books or bronze statues—it lives in us, in how we walk, talk, and commemorate. The Color Guard connects our present with our past, giving life to dusty timelines and breathing emotion into names long forgotten.

And let’s not overlook their recruiting power. Let’s be honest—nothing says “Join us” quite like a saber, a tricorn hat, and a pair of knee breeches. If you want to spark curiosity in the next generation or grab attention at a public event, the Color Guard is your best bet. They don’t just represent the SAR—they sell the SAR.

So, the next time you see the Color Guard marching with heads held high and flags snapping in the wind, remember: they’re not just part of the ceremony. They are the ceremony. They’re the bridge between then and now, the face of our mission, and—let’s be honest—the reason half the crowd showed up in the first place.

To the Color Guard—our standard-bearers of history, style, and spirit—we salute you!

Photo: Laredo in the Rain 1900×525 – February 22, 2025 – 36 degrees and raining at the George Washington Festival Parade in Laredo Texas 2025! For the record, despite the cold and the rain the entire town of Laredo came out to see the parade – an awesome experience!