New Jersey Society SAR Color Guard
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South Jersey Chapter SAR Color Guard
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The New Jersey Society SAR formed a Color Guard in 2014 with the dual purpose of providing a formal uniformed presence for posting and retiring the colors at State meetings AND of attending National, State and community Revolutionary War events representing the New Jersey Society SAR.
It is the intent of NJSSAR to form a unit of 35 active members. Ideally, Color Guard membership will draw from all State Chapters, in order to provide Color Guard services in all sectors of the State.
Color Guard Uniforms
The Official uniform for the NJSSAR Color Guard is that of the 3rd New Jersey Regiment. The traditional color guard wears the early uniform of the New Jersey 3rd Regiment. This coat is buff (beige) with blue facing. They were known as the Jersey Grey’s.
The New Jersey Society Artillery Color Guard coat colors are black with red facing, although wear of the artillery uniform of the 3rd NJ Regiment (blue with red facing) is authorized. Additionally, any NJSSAR member is encouraged to participate with the NJSSAR Color Guard in activities when in appropriate 18th civilian or military attire
South Jersey Chapter events and local Color Guard Events
These are events coming up in the South Jersey SAR area. Members are encouraged to participate/attend the event
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1. Sunday, September 24. Community Day, Springfield Twp Veterans Park.
- Springfield Township (Burlington Co., not Union Co.) in Jobstown, NJ “Celebrating Our Agricultural Heritage and Revolutionary War History” 12 Noon to 6PM Veterans Park (directly behind the Springfield Township Municipal Building) 2159 Jacksonville-Jobstown Rd, Jobstown, NJ 08041. Event parking and attendance is free
- Featuring Town Tractor Parade, Old Time Agricultural Equipment, Local Farm Market, Speakers, Crafts, Field Day activities, Food vendors and MORE. Groups and Families encouraged. Bring table & Chairs.
- Color Guard Role. Arrive 1130 Present and retire colors at presentation 12-1230 with fife & drum. Fife & drum and color guard, if possible, will mingle with the crowd highlighting the Revolutionary War theme. Ed Glidden will have a display of rifles and muskets.
- Community activities: 2 outdoor stages featuring our live bluegrass and folk music bands, and a great line up of food vendors! Event Space for all local farms or produce markets is free – there is no registration — and selling is encouraged! For Local and Regional Non-profit Organizations
- EVENT CONTACT :TOM STEVENSON 609-977-8078
f. Attending: Serfass, Hopefully Soth Jersey Chapter Color Guard
2. Sat Oct 14 National SAR Color Guard Event: 245st Commemoration 1778 Battle of Chestnut Neck memorial service
- Location: Chestnut Neck Memorial Park, Port Republic
Details: This is a National – level event, hosted by Somers Point Chapter SAR. The Battle of Chestnut Neck is recognized by the SAR Historic Sites and Events Committee and is now a NATIONAL event. - The Battle of Chestnut Neck was fought on October 6, 1778 in southern New Jersey during the American Revolutionary War at Chestnut Neck, a settlement on the Little Egg Harbor River (now known as the Mullica River) near the present-day city of Port Republic, New Jersey, which was used as a base by privateers.
- Contact: Host: Somers Chapter SAR
- Attendees: Meyer, Serfass, Howard, Nelson , McCullough
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Gloucester Twp.18th Century Day & Fall Festival & Battle of Red Bank Memorial Service
Gloucester Twp.18th Century Day & Fall Festival & Battle of Red Bank Memorial Service
18th Century Field Day & Fall Festival – 10/18 Details Where: Red Bank Battlefield, National Park When: Sunday, October 18, 2026, 10 am to 4 pm Rain Date: Sunday, October 25, 2026, 10 am to
Battle of Red Bank Memorial Service
Battle of Red Bank Memorial Service
249th Commemoration of the Battle of Red Bank: A National SAR Color Guard Event 1:00 PM Save the date for Sunday, October 18th with a rain date of October 25th,
Wreaths Across America-at the Beverly National Cemetery
Wreaths Across America-at the Beverly National Cemetery
Wreaths Across America – National Day of Remembrance Honoring Our Veterans at Beverly National Cemetery Each December, Wreaths Across America coordinates a national day of remembrance to honor and remember
Gloucester Twp.18th Century Day & Fall Festival & Battle of Red Bank Memorial Service
Gloucester Twp.18th Century Day & Fall Festival & Battle of Red Bank Memorial Service
18th Century Field Day & Fall Festival – 10/18 Details Where: Red Bank Battlefield, National Park When: Sunday, October 18, 2026, 10 am to 4 pm Rain Date: Sunday, October 25, 2026, 10 am to
Battle of Red Bank Memorial Service
Battle of Red Bank Memorial Service
249th Commemoration of the Battle of Red Bank: A National SAR Color Guard Event 1:00 PM Save the date for Sunday, October 18th with a rain date of October 25th,
Wreaths Across America-at the Beverly National Cemetery
Wreaths Across America-at the Beverly National Cemetery
Wreaths Across America – National Day of Remembrance Honoring Our Veterans at Beverly National Cemetery Each December, Wreaths Across America coordinates a national day of remembrance to honor and remember
Chapter News
Why 2026 Matters: Presentation at the Farmstead at Medford Veterans Breakfast
On July 3, 2026, South Jersey Chapter SAR member Rich Serfass presented a special program at the Farmstead at Medford Veterans Breakfast titled “Why 2026 Matters: The American Revolution, Its Veterans, and the Legacy Around Us.” The 40-minute presentation focused on...
Pomeroy Patriot Burials Sign Received for Bethel United Methodist Church
On July 2, 2026, the South Jersey Chapter SAR received the Pomeroy “Patriot Burials” graveyard sign that will be installed at Bethel United Methodist Church Cemetery in Sewell, Gloucester County, New Jersey. The marker recognizes the cemetery as the final resting...
South Jersey Chapter SAR Meeting – June 20, 2026
The South Jersey Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution held its June meeting on June 20, 2026, at the Camden County Library in Voorhees. The chapter welcomed New Jersey writer and historian Tony DiGerolamo as its guest speaker. DiGerolamo presented “Stories...