HOT SPRINGS VILLAGE -- With the encouragement of their wives, who are members of the United States Daughters of 1812, Hot Springs Village residents John Speer, Bill Hartnett and Ron Krout are among the 20 charter members of the newly chartered state society of the General Society War of 1812.
The Arkansas Society received its charter at the bicentennial of the War in New Orleans. Corey Burns, Arkansas Organizing president, received the charter at Chalmette Battlefield.
"Founded on Sept. 14, 1814, the General Society War of 1812 traces its origins to the huge collection of American militia companies which were called to meet the British thrust at Baltimore following the occupation of the national capital. The state societies hold meetings for their members and guests at which programs relating to the War of 1812 and intelligent patriotism are presented.
Over the years, the membership has been fortunate in attracting gentlemen of high caliber, intelligence and gracious demeanor. The general society and its affiliated state societies are sensitive to the high ideals espoused by our Founding Fathers, and they feel the duty that ever vigilant defense of our nation and its Constitution entails," according to the press release.
For information regarding GSW 1812, contact Speer, 922-1860.
Society on 03/01/2015