Ceremonial address honors Revolutionary War ancestors in Groton

A representative of the Sons of the American Revolution gave a ceremonial address honoring Revolutionary War ancestors and urging residents to reflect on the nation's founding principles. The speaker praised Groton's history and described the homestead on display as illustrative of 18th- and 19th-century life.

The remarks focused on patriotism, community service and educating future generations. The speaker specifically noted the example of "Lieutenant Smith" as embodying duty and loyalty during the struggle for independence and closed by thanking attendees for the opportunity to speak.