American Legion Veterans in Chapel Hill, NC
We are very fortunate to have a strong advocate for community and veterans news in our area. It is WCHL Radio with both AM and FM stations. But, did you know that there is also a WCHL website loaded with news on local activities, events, sports, veterans news, community service activities and more.
Read moreMilitary Missions In Action is excited for all that is going on in 2014. They are seeking veterans’ assistance with any or all of the following events and happenings.
Read moreSixty-nine years ago today, thousands of Marines stormed the beaches of Iwo Jima. Their mission was to secure the island and the three airfields there. The fighting went on for several weeks, but on 23 February 1945, five marines and one navy combat medic (hospital corpsman) raised the Stars and Stripes over Mount Surbachi.
Read morePost members are invited to observe Troop 505 Boy Scouts of America Eagle Scout Court of Honor for Harrison Czajkowski.
Read moreThe American Legion released a report last week on PTSD. It is The War Within and covers treatment of Traumatic Brain Injury and PTSD.
Read moreHow do you become a strong member of our American Legion Team? The best way is to be mentored by one of our long-time members. Many of our members know a lot about American Legion programs, but there is so much more to learn.
Read moreAs this writer completes another set of stories about our Post’s activities in Chapel Hill, I am reminded of the value of an active, vibrant post in our community. No, not just in our community, but in towns, villages, cities and counties throughout our nation. Have you ever asked yourself, “What would our town be like without an American Legion post?” “Do we make a difference?” For us, I need only point to our recent successes with youth. Our youth are our future.
Read moreMany of our post members join other veterans in Caldwell, NC, for their July 4th Parade. This is truly small town America at its best. There are old time cars, a vintage plane flyover, manure spreaders, horses, patriotic floats, kids on colorful bikes, and much more. It is Caldwell’s annual salute to veterans and those who are serving today around the world. Why not get on the road and experience what makes North Carolina different.
Read moreThe 2013 American Legion State Convention is this week. Convention dates are June 12 – 15 June 2013. It is held in Raleigh, NC, at the North Raleigh Hilton and is open to all post members. Our post will receive an award for its web site during the convention.
Read moreStart the baseball season with some outstanding Carolina College Baseball at UNC-Chapel Hill on Saturday, April 20th. We have Military Family appreciation tickets for just $3 a person! The game will include a fireworks display.
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