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2019 Recipients: Blake Delaplane - University of Virginia Law Albert Blackburn - Hampton Sydney College 2018 Recipients: Sophia Kerns - University of Virginia Peyton Walters - University of Pennsylvania Javenah Brown - Washington & Lee University 2017 Recipients: Mary Pace Lewis ($5,000) - Washington & Lee University Aaron R. Kuzel ($2,500) - Lincoln Memorial University Matson L. Roberts, Jr. ($2,500) - University of Virginia 2016 Recipients: Frances C. Leake ($5,000) - University of Virginia Christopher N. Blackburn ($2,500) - Virginia Tech 2015 Recipients: Austin Pierce - Washington and Lee University / Duke University Law School Richard Hamrick - Vanderbilt University Katerina Kuzel - The College of William and Mary Sam Moffatt - Virginia Military Institute 2014 Recipients: Randolph Marshall Hollerith ($5,000) - Washington & Lee University Isabel Jean Randolph Baldwin ($2,500) - James Madison University John Bartlett Trigg ($1,500) - New Community High School (Richmond) Louisa Sydnor Mauck ($1,500) - Douglas Southall Freeman High School (Richmond) 2013 Recipients: Maury Addison Denton ($5,000) - University of Virginia (Darden) Matson Lamar Roberts ($2,500) - University of Virginia Britton Taylor ($2,500) - Old Dominion University 2011 Recipients: Ellen M. Geho - James Madison University Emily K. Hardy - Washington & Lee University Clyde W. Harrelson - Carr Art & Design University Meriwether W. Mauck - James Madison University Matson L. Roberts, Jr. - University of Virginia 2010 Recipients: Austen Rhodes Brower - The College of William and Mary Franklin Young Geho, Jr. - University of Virginia William Robertson Trigg, Jr. - High Point University 2009 Recipient: Kathryn M. "Kate" Lundvall – University of Delaware 2008 Recipients: Victoria Elizabeth Ferrer Edward Gardner Lundvall Sallie Penn Turner 2005 Recipients: Lila Ilana Stone - University of Florida Zachary Brickhouse - Vanderbilt University 2004 Recipients: Lila Ilana Stone - University of Florida Andrew G. Reish – University of Virginia Medical School 2002 Recipient: Elizabeth L. Bushnell – James Madison University 2001 Recipient: Emily Kellam Grandstaff – University of Virginia Frank Tyler Beveridge Brown – University of Virginia 2000 Recipients: Katherine Miller Bushnell – College of Charleston Cameron Royall Barradale – Clemson University John Andrew Davenport – University of Virginia Medical School 1999 Recipient: Amy Catherine Whitten – William & Mary 1994 Recipient: Paul Matingly Dickinson, Jr. – Virginia Military Institute 1992 Recipients: Philip Pendleton Hall – Washington College John Andrew Davenport – Williams College 1990 Recipients: John L.G. Whittle - University of Virginia Emilie Hampton Leake – Hollins College

Step 1 Download the microsoft word or pdf file below and fill it out completely. VSSR Scholarship App (Word) VSSR Scholarship App (PDF) Essays must adhere to the following guidelines: Essays should be single spaced with 12 pt font; should not be less than 2 pages in length and no more than 4 pages in length (not including the references); and contain a minimum of two references for qualification. 2022 Essay:  Describe the global legacy of the American Revolution. How have the political ideology and values of the revolution influenced other governments and societies? Due Date:  Essay and application process is CLOSED for 2022 (2023 Award).   Awards will be provided to one Undergraduate Student and one Graduate Student for enrollment year 2022 / 2023 and communicated no later than May 31, 2022. Step 2 Mail in your completed application or upload it using the form below Name* First Last Email* File*Max. file size: 256 MB. By Mail: VSSR Scholarship Chairman Attn: J. Matthew Haynes PO Box 18032 Richmond, VA 23226 Questions regarding the Scholarship Fund can be directed to Scholarship Chairman at scholarship@vssr.org.

We continue to seek contributions of both donations to help secure additional flags, and donations of flags themselves. If you or your family would like to donate a flag, we can help determine if it can become part of our Stand of Colours. Contact our Captain of the Colour Guard.

After nearly 40 years, our Stand of Colours recently left the Virginia Museum of History and Culture.  On special occassion, we welcome exhibition to other groups for educational or honorary purposes (as shown at right at one of our SRVirginia events). As of 2023, our Stand of Colours are on permanent display at the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown.  This serves as a tribute to our forefathers and the sacrifices they made in their quest for Independence. For further information or for Colour Guard requests, Contact our Captain of the Colour Guard.

History After World War I, our state society began a Colour Guard, a collection of honorary flags relating to the Revolution or state societies and organizations. Flags were given by members or friends of SRVirginia as memorials to an ancestor, a close relative, or a respected friend. In 1940, The Betsy Ross flag was presented to SRVirginia. In the 1950s thirteen new flags were added to the Colours, and by the late 1960s, the collection had grown to more than 30. They were displayed on numerous occasions, at parades and memorial events, including the Bicentennial in Yorktown, April 1976. Since 1993, Virginia’s Stand of Colours has eclipsed 58 individual flags with members generously donating to the collection each year.  The collection is currently housed and displayed at the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown  

Historical Events of Interest 265th Birthday Celebration Ceremony at Fifth President James Monroe’s Birthplace House - James Monroe Birthplace and Park Westmoreland County, Virginia - April 22, 2023 - 10:30 a.m. 265th Birthday Celebration Ceremony for Fifth President James Monroe - Presidents Circle, Hollywood Cemetery, Richmond, VA - April 28th, 2023 - 11:00 a.m   SRVirginia Calendar Throughout the year we host or participate in select events.  Historical events of interest (on left) are published based on activity in/or around Virginia or neighboring states and highlight Society Patriot Fund Benefactors.  Events listed on the calendar are hosted by the Society or events in which the Society participates.  Please scroll down for more information. NOTE:  Due to the COVID-19 pandemic the Annual Meeting has been postponed to a date to be determined.  Scheduling will coincide with the State of Virginia's "Safer at Home" order.  Please check back often for updates. Upcoming Events Past Events

Celebrate the OYSTER at the Sons of the Revolution’s Annual Oyster Roast! Join us for a shared gathering of The National Society of the Colonial Dames of America in the Commonwealth of Virginia; The Society of Colonial Wars in the State of Virginia and the Sons of the Revolution in the Commonwealth of Virginia. We will have non stop oysters, Bar-b-que, delicious side dishes and refreshments Members and Guests – $50.00 in advance ($60.00 at the door) / Children under 10 – $5.00 RSVP by November 4th Register on line at nscdava.org/oyster-roast-2023 Note:  There will be directed parking throughout the neighborhood with shuttles to Wilton House; Handicapped parking must be PREARRANGED in advance of the event.

Annual Meeting of the Society; semi-formal; highlighting annual accomplishments, changing of leadership, scholarship awards with cocktail reception (members and spouses/partners only) Pricing free to members; $50.00 for guests Register / RSVP April 27th 5:30 – 7:30 If paying by mail, send check to: Sons of the Revolution Post Office Box 18032 Richmond, Virginia 23226 For more information: office_secretary@vssr.org 804.741.4516

Annual celebration of General George Washington’s Birthday; a formal event at the Commonwealth Club in Richmond, Virginia with cocktail reception, seated dinner and formal program. (Men only; members and male guests)