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Flags Honor Forgotten Revolutionary War Heroes
3 Jul
Summary
- Eight Revolutionary War heroes are buried at Rector Gard Cemetery.
- Volunteers placed flags ahead of America's 250th birthday.
- A local man led efforts to restore the forgotten pioneer cemetery.
Volunteers recently honored Revolutionary War heroes by placing flags at Rector Gard Cemetery in Champaign County, Ohio. The cemetery is the resting place for eight veterans from that era, making it a significant historical site as one of Ohio's first pioneer cemeteries.
The restoration effort was spearheaded by John Zerkle, a local man who was bothered by the cemetery's neglected state. For the past three years, Zerkle and other volunteers have worked to clear overgrown headstones and bring attention back to the site. They placed flags ahead of America's 250th birthday, hoping to highlight the history preserved there.
Zerkle's dedication has drawn support from individuals nationwide, with relatives of those buried at Rector Gard traveling from states like Utah, Illinois, Indiana, and Michigan to assist. Future plans include creating a walking path to make the graves more accessible for visitors.
