by larryw | May 27, 2025 | Auxiliary
Volunteers Vickie Allen, Pam Break, Delores and Kirk Faulkner, Virginia Mendlik, and Donna Segal were at Lowe’s on Preston Road Friday and Saturday before Memorial Day to hand out poppies. These pictures were taken in front of the military display in the parking lot at Lowe’s.
After World War I, the poppy flourished in Europe. Its growth was attributed to soils in France and Belgium becoming enriched with lime from the rubble left by World War I. The red poppy came to symbolize the blood shed during battles following the publication of the wartime poem “In Flanders Fields.” The poem was written by Lieutenant Colonel John McCrae, M.D. while serving on the front lines.
The poppy became the official flower of The American Legion on September 22, 1920, to memorialize the soldiers who fought and died during World War I. In 1924, the distribution of poppies became a national program of The American Legion.
The American Legion Auxiliary has used poppies for many years to raise awareness and support for our nation’s veterans.
by larryw | May 21, 2025 | Community
The BAPS Charities Walk | Run 2025 is scheduled for Sunday, June 1, 2025, from 5 PM to 9 PM at Kaleidoscope Park, located at 6635 Warren Parkway in Frisco, TX. This event is a family-friendly gathering open to individuals of all ages and backgrounds. Whether you are walking, running, volunteering, or simply supporting, it is a wonderful opportunity to come together for a meaningful cause.
Through this event, BAPS Charities hope to inspire individuals to come together, support one another, and contribute to causes that make a real difference. By participating in the walkathon, community members are not only promoting health and wellness but are also actively engaging in service that benefits veterans and their families. It is a step towards building a more connected and caring community.
BAPS Charities is honored to support the American Legion, a nonprofit organization that has been serving veterans, service members, and their families since 1919. If appropriate, wear American Legion attire and caps to show our gratitude to BAPS for supporting the American Legion.
by larryw | May 11, 2025 | American Legion Post 178
Peter J Courcy Post 178 recently presented American Legion JROTC medals for scholastic and military excellence at three cadet awards ceremonies at Lebanon Trail, Rock Hill, and Lake Highlands high schools.
(L-R) At Lebanon Trail High School, Cadet Lieutenant JG Neureka Kundu accepts the American Legion Scholastic Excellence Medal and certificate from Bill Drake, Color Guard Captain, and Post Executive Committee Member.
(L-R) At Lebanon Trail High School, Cadet Lieutenant Joel Sahaya accepts the American Legion Military Excellence Medal and certificate from Bill Drake, Color Guard Captain, and Post Executive Committee Member.
(L-R) At Rock Hill High School, Cadet Major Suryansh Bathina accepts the American Legion Scholastic Excellence Medal and certificate from Larry Wilhelm, Post Executive Committee Member.
(L-R) At Rock Hill High School, Cadet Captain Justus Brewer accepts the American Legion Military Excellence Medal and certificate from Larry Wilhelm, Post Executive Committee Member.
(L-R) At Lake Highlands High School, LTC Robert Gerald, US Army, Retired, SFC Daisy Andrews, Terry Gilbert, Vice Commander-Programs, presents Cadet/CPT Ruth Yusuff the American Legion Scholastic Excellence Medal and certificate, C /CSM Briannan Rodriguez accepts the American Legion Military Excellence Medal and certificate from Bill Drake, Color Guard Captain, and MSG Calvin Washington, US Army Retired.
