National POW/MIA Recognition Day is September 20, 2019. YOU ARE NOT FORGOTTEN. Take the time to remember. Say a prayer.
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September 11, 2001. We must never forget. Flags at half mast today, and a moment of silence at 8:46 a.m. EDT.
We go to great lengths to recover fallen comrades, we honor them in the most precise and exacting ceremonies, we set aside national holidays to remember and celebrate them. We do these things for them, of course, but also for us, the living. Their stories of heroism, of sacrifice, and of patriotism remind us of what is best in ourselves, and they teach our children what is best in America.
Wearing a poppy, the Friday before Memorial Day is a reminder to remember those who have made the ultimate sacrifice and is a symbol of hope for the generations to come who will answer our nation’s call to military service.
The American Legion is 100 years old. It all began in Paris March 15-17, 1919. They expected 300, officially 463 registered and launched a century of accomplishments unforeseeable, if not unimaginable, at the time.
National Commander Greg "Doc" Gibbs says "On this special day ... as Legion family members this should be easy to answer, keep up the great work! Doc"
Sons of The American Legion National Commander Greg "Doc" Gibbs will be visiting Wisconsin during our Midwinter Conference on January 18-20 in Baraboo, WI. He would like to meet each and everyone of you and hear your story. If you haven't made plans to attend yet, please do so at www.wisal.org/midwinter
At a time when more veterans are expressing interest in becoming entrepreneurs, the 16th annual Wisconsin Governor’s Business Plan Contest is accepting entries online for the 2019 competition through 5 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 31, 2019.