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The Indiana and Kentucky Divisions of the United States Branch
of the House of Gordon, a Scottish Highland Clan, are proud to
announce that the Fort New Inverness Garrison of the 78th Fraser
Regiment of Foot has been chosen to receive the Allan M. Adams
Award for 2005. The 78th Fraser's are a re-enactment group that
portrays a Scottish Highland Regiment of the British Army during
the French and Indian Wars serving in the Americas. Established
with the approval of Her Royal Majesty, Queen Elisabeth II, the
78th Fraser's are an internationally recognized organization
devoted to educating the public about this famous Military Unit
and its history. The 78th Fraser's make frequent appearances at
not only Rendezvous and Scottish Festivals, but Schools and
Retirement Homes as well. The members provide all of their own
equipment and uniforms as well as paying any other expenses out
of their own pocket. With over 800 members worldwide and 40
active members in the Fort New Inverness Garrison of Georgia,
the number of people who have learned more about their own past
from these volunteers is incalculable. Established in 1997, the
Adams award is named for the philanthropist Allan M. Adams, a
publisher, entrepreneur, and a decorated U.S. Naval Aviator with
service in the Pacific theater during W.W.II, who until his
death actively encouraged people to investigate their heritage
and culture. Mr. Adams was often heard telling young people
that the only way to truly succeed in the future was to have a
firm understanding of their past. Nominations for the Adams
Award are submitted by the members of the Indiana and Kentucky
Divisions of the House of Gordon and the previous winners of the
award. The active members and prior winners then submit ballots
with their vote to the State Convener for tabulation. The
winner is presented the award during the opening ceremonies of
the Glasgow Highland Games, which are held the first weekend
after Memorial Day at Barren River State Resort Park in Lucas,
KY.
Kevin M. Spencer, FSA Scot
State Convener, Indiana & Kentucky
House of Gordon / Clan Gordon
220 S. Lakeview Drive
Petersburg, IN 47567-8856
1 (812) 568-7934
1 (812) 354-3700 fax
InTartan@aol.com
Ticket Information:
Glasgow Highland Games, Inc.
119 East Main Street
Glasgow, KY 42141
(270) 651-3141
(270) 651-9090 fax
Commanding Officer
Maj. David Sherrard
78th Fraser Highlanders
Fort New Inverness Garrison
6130 Blackwater Trail
Sandy Springs, GA 30328
(404) 459-0745 |
