High Sons of Liberty Medal

“Posterity! You will never know how much it has cost the present Generation to preserve your Freedom!”

– John Adams, 1777

Background: After two years of planning, the High Son of Liberty Medal was established in 2024 in advance of the 20th anniversary of the RWVA. It is awarded at the discretion of the National Coordinator after consulting with the Appleseed Oversight Committee.

Description: A round 2″ medallion suspended from a fixed bar with scrollwork inscribed with APRIL 19, 1775 on the obverse and MARCH 15, 2005 on the reverse. On the medallion obverse, Captain John Parker is surrounded by concentric circles with 13 stars and the words HIGH SON OF LIBERTY and RWVA. The medallion reverse features an M14 rifle and a Brown Bess musket crossed, space for engraving, and laurel leaves. The medal is suspended by a woven, moiré neck ribbon with nine alternating red and white stripes symbolizing the Sons of Liberty flag.

Criteria: The medal is awarded by the National Coordinator in the name of the Revolutionary War Veterans Association to a person who distinguishes himself or herself conspicuously through exceptional performance of duty and contributions at the highest levels to the RWVA Mission.

Appellation: The recipients of this medal shall henceforth be known as High Sons of Liberty.

Jack Dailey (Fred)

Founder, RWVA. Master Instructor, Project Appleseed. In recognition of his contributions and achievement as a founding member of the Revolutionary War Veterans Association and Project Appleseed.

Don Duncan (dond)

Director, RWVA. Chief Master Instructor, Project Appleseed. In recognition of his selfless service, exemplary contributions to instructor development, major advances to teaching methods, and his commitment to excellence.

Donald Patterson

President, RWVA. In recognition of his selfless service and exceptionally meritorious achievement as a founding member of the Revolutionary War Veterans Association.

Ad Vanderstaak

Vice-President, RWVA. In recognition of his selfless service and exceptionally meritorious achievement as a founding member of the Revolutionary War Veterans Association.

Richard A. Pistolese (DrRichP)

National Coordinator (2016-2018), Senior Instructor, Project Appleseed. Posthumous award. In recognition of exceptionally meritorious service to the Revolutionary War Veterans Association at the national level. He oversaw major new business improvements for the program, including the implementation of a new website, rebranding of Project Appleseed, and a financial system. Upon his passing, he was posthumously promoted to Master Instructor.

Lawrence King (Lawrence)

Chief of Logistics (2010-2018), Senior Instructor, Project Appleseed. Posthumous award. In recognition of exceptionally meritorious service to the Revolutionary War Veterans Association through logistics. He was directly responsible for new product development, acquisition and distribution to support 7000 Project Appleseed events and the instructors who staffed them.

Michael Adam (Scout)

Master Instructor, Project Appleseed. Posthumous award. In recognition of exceptionally meritorious service to the Revolutionary War Veterans Association through media. He was a charismatic Master Instructor who advanced the Appleseed Mission by reaching tens of thousands of people though his Rifleman Radio broadcasts from 2008-2015.

Mr. Doug Langley

Friend of the RWVA. In recognition of exceptionally meritorious service in the administration of Revolutionary War Veterans Association. Mr. Langley’s generosity and business acumen have greatly advanced the RWVA Mission.

Chris Gibb (The Guy)

Master Instructor, Project Appleseed. Posthumous award. In recognition of extraordinary service in maintaining instructional standards and supporting the RWVA mission. Chris was an inspiration to those around him. He served on the RWVA Steering Committee, forging program policy and instructional standards.

Roger Farnsworth (Nickle)

Master Instructor, Project Appleseed. Posthumous award. In recognition of extraordinary service in the administration of the national program. He leveraged his many years leadership and marksmanship expertise to guide the evolution of Project Appleseed’s Known Distance program.

Trey Dawson (Phenry)

Master Instructor, Project Appleseed. In recognition of extraordinary service in maintaining instructional standards and supporting the RWVA mission. Trey was instrumental in growing and mentoring junior leaders. He served as Southeast Regional Coordinator for a decade and was vital to building Appleseed in Florida, a stronghold state with currently has 10% of active volunteers in America.

Stacy Wilson (Rascal21)

Applecore, Project Appleseed. In recognition of conspicuous service and sacrifice to advance the Project Appleseed mission in Canada. Stacy is a Founding Director for Project Mapleseed in Canada, with whom she also holds the rank of Senior Instructor. Her service and sacrifice are directly responsible for standing up Project Mapleseed.

Deniece Hopkins (Riflewoman)

Shoot Boss, Project Appleseed. In recognition of extraordinary service in the administration of the national program. Deniece was a member of the RWVA Steering Committee and the Executive Advisory Board, guiding the program through growth and change. Riflewoman’s contributions at the national level empowered State Coordinators, Shoot Bosses, and Instructors to accomplish their missions.

Stacy Nelson (funfaler)

Applecore, Project Appleseed. In recognition of extraordinary service in the administration of the national program. Stacy’s staggering contributions to growing the program were directly responsible for Project Appleseed to meet the milestone of 1000 events.

Joshua Streiff (TechRes)

Designated Shoot Boss, Project Appleseed. In recognition of extraordinary service in advancing the Project Appleseed mission through graphics and digital communications. Joshua’s contributions to marketing, graphics design, and filmmaking were unparalleled and directly responsible for filling lines across the nation.