From the Color Guard Commander's Orderly Book

This is a "how to do it" information website, to aid State Societies and Chapters form the best and most authentic Color Guards for the purpose of advancing the mission of the Society.

The National Color Guard is made up of those Compatriots who come properly uniformed to National Society Meetings.  In 1989, President General James R. Westlake called for a NSSAR Color Guard. From six members representing five State Societies to thirty-two members representing fourteen State Societies.  Each year it gets bigger and better.  All State Societies and Chapter Color Guards are urged to attend National Meetings and participate as members of the National Color Guard.

The materials provided here are some basics on putting a Color Guard Unit together and the various options to consider.  As new information is found it will be added to this site, so please feel free to check back often.