Rebecca Chipman and President Michele Russell pose for a photo with the 1812 wreath, which is also in front of the marker.
1812 Wreath
This is the largest group of ladies attending The Battle of New Orleans celebration in many years.
Chaplain Linda Lashley handed out flowers to all the members to place on the marker in memory of their patriots.
Public Relations chair, Phyllis Wilson, placed a flower in honor of her patriot, John Merriam, MA.
Member Susan DeGroote placed a flower in memory of her patriot, Joseph Harris Woolfold from Kentucky.
Kathy Benedict, with her mother, Susan Woodard, traveled all the way from Jacksonville, NC, to attend this event.
1812 Member Pat Tucker attended the Battle of New Orleans event on a beautiful sunny afternoon on January 8, 2026, to honor her patriot, Peter Mumpower from VA.
Below, the marker is adorned with flowers placed by the members who attended. Linda Lashley came back after lunch and arranged the flowers more attractively, and took a photo for our blog. Great idea, Linda.
Our 1812 members celebrated the Battle of New Orleans at Oliver's Restaurant in Southport, NC. A great time was enjoyed by all who attended.
Thank you, 1812 members Caron Myers and Linda Lashley, who took photos on January 8th. Plus, Linda went back to the site, rearranged all the flowers, and took a photo for the blog. Thank you, Linda. Also, a special thanks to Vicki Lauziere, a friend of Phyllis Wilson's, who came to take a group shot so Phyllis could be in it.
