Snapshots of Service Pictures

Pictures submitted from around the Country showing squadron Activities.
Squadron # 374-Nebraska Color Guard
Squadron # 374-Nebraska Color Guard
NVC Swafford assisitng Moab Utah #54 placing flags-Memorial Day
NVC Swafford assisitng Moab Utah #54 placing flags-Memorial Day
Squadron #437 Mazomanie, Wi.
Squadron #437 Mazomanie, Wi.
Pictured are Past Illinois Detachment Commander Ed Cavanaugh of Sq 766 Bradley, Il and Past Illinois Detachment Commander Jimmy Hunter of Sq 615 Tinley Park, Il doing one of our VA&R projects, cooking for the Veterans at the Manteno Illinois Veterans Home on July 4th at their annual picnic which we cook for every year.
Pictured are Past Illinois Detachment Commander Ed Cavanaugh of Sq 766 Bradley, Il and Past Illinois Detachment Commander Jimmy Hunter of Sq 615 Tinley Park, Il doing one of our VA&R projects, cooking for the Veterans at the Manteno Illinois Veterans Home on July 4th at their annual picnic which we cook for every year.
The picture is of William Jerow a member of SAL 206 Chesapeake Beach, . I am presenting a donation to the
The picture is of William Jerow a member of SAL 206 Chesapeake Beach, . I am presenting a donation to the "Sweet Frogs" of Sweet Frogs Premium Yogurt in Prince Frederick, Maryland. Sweet Frogs is raising money to donate to the Muscular Dystrophy Association.
Alfred Branchini Squadron #17 along with Alfred Branchini Unit #17 of Iron River passed out dictionaries to every 3rd grader in West Iron County
Alfred Branchini Squadron #17 along with Alfred Branchini Unit #17 of Iron River passed out dictionaries to every 3rd grader in West Iron County
Alfred Branchini Squadron #17 along with Alfred Branchini Unit #17 of Iron River passed out dictionaries to every 3rd grader in Forrest Park schools the first week of November. They worked with the Dictionary Project which is a national program The American Legion is associated with. To many of these children this is the first book they will own and can be used for many years.
Alfred Branchini Squadron #17 along with Alfred Branchini Unit #17 of Iron River passed out dictionaries to every 3rd grader in Forrest Park schools the first week of November. They worked with the Dictionary Project which is a national program The American Legion is associated with. To many of these children this is the first book they will own and can be used for many years.
Gerald Kauffman receives his American Legion SAL Detachment of West Virginia SAL Member of the Year hat from Squadron Commander Jacob McCarty. Photo was taken at Post 14's Early Bird Dinner, 2014
Gerald Kauffman receives his American Legion SAL Detachment of West Virginia SAL Member of the Year hat from Squadron Commander Jacob McCarty. Photo was taken at Post 14's Early Bird Dinner, 2014
Jacob McCarty Tallies up the results of the West Virginia 10th District Oratorical Contest.
Jacob McCarty Tallies up the results of the West Virginia 10th District Oratorical Contest.
Corey Robinson from Squadron 14 play Taps during an Americanism Program at Mt. Wesley UMC on May, 31 2015
Corey Robinson from Squadron 14 play Taps during an Americanism Program at Mt. Wesley UMC on May, 31 2015
SAL Adviser and Duel Member David L.
SAL Adviser and Duel Member David L. "Robbie" Robinson with the Detachment's Adviser of the Year Award.
Squadron 14's Commander Jacob McCarty Narrates the POW/MIA Ceremony at the American Legion's Department of West Virginia 34th Annual Mid-Winter Conference.
Squadron 14's Commander Jacob McCarty Narrates the POW/MIA Ceremony at the American Legion's Department of West Virginia 34th Annual Mid-Winter Conference.
Squadron 14 Adviser and Duel-Member David L.
Squadron 14 Adviser and Duel-Member David L. "Robbie" Robinson presents awards to past American Legion Mountaineer Boys State Governor and Boys Nation Member Dante McCarroll, also pictured is Squadron 14's Commander and Boys State Staffer Jacob McCarty. Photo taken April 26th, 2015 at Jefferson High School in Jefferson County, WV.
Detachment Sergeant At Arms Gary Masnak took the photos of presenting 30 G.I Josh dogs, Chris Sherman is our Children and Youth Chairman, Detachment Vice Commander Mike Kollmansberger in the blue and gold cap, National Executive Committeeman Daniel Daily in the Gold Cap.
Detachment Sergeant At Arms Gary Masnak took the photos of presenting 30 G.I Josh dogs, Chris Sherman is our Children and Youth Chairman, Detachment Vice Commander Mike Kollmansberger in the blue and gold cap, National Executive Committeeman Daniel Daily in the Gold Cap.
Detachment Sergeant At Arms Gary Masnak took the photos of presenting 30 G.I Josh dogs, Chris Sherman is our Children and Youth Chairman, Detachment Vice Commander Mike Kollmansberger in the blue and gold cap, National Executive Committeeman Daniel Daily in the Gold Cap.
Detachment Sergeant At Arms Gary Masnak took the photos of presenting 30 G.I Josh dogs, Chris Sherman is our Children and Youth Chairman, Detachment Vice Commander Mike Kollmansberger in the blue and gold cap, National Executive Committeeman Daniel Daily in the Gold Cap.
Detachment Sergeant At Arms Gary Masnak took the photos of presenting 30 G.I Josh dogs, Chris Sherman is our Children and Youth Chairman, Detachment Vice Commander Mike Kollmansberger in the blue and gold cap, National Executive Committeeman Daniel Daily in the Gold Cap.
Detachment Sergeant At Arms Gary Masnak took the photos of presenting 30 G.I Josh dogs, Chris Sherman is our Children and Youth Chairman, Detachment Vice Commander Mike Kollmansberger in the blue and gold cap, National Executive Committeeman Daniel Daily in the Gold Cap.
Every year on Memorial Day, there are three community Memorial Day ceremonies. At 9:00 AM a parade through town and a service with a speaker at the Loudonville Cemetery. (This is where this picture was taken. All members are wearing a squadron shirt and their cover, including an 11 year old.) There were 12 members representing the SAL.
Every year on Memorial Day, there are three community Memorial Day ceremonies. At 9:00 AM a parade through town and a service with a speaker at the Loudonville Cemetery. (This is where this picture was taken. All members are wearing a squadron shirt and their cover, including an 11 year old.) There were 12 members representing the SAL.
Loudon Squadron 257 voted on 11/9/14 to donate $250 to the Loudonville High School Academic Boosters. This money is used to scholastically to assist the students and reward them. Pictured here in front is Brad Swires, Commander, Brooke Christine, Mattie Imhoff, Bri Christine, Lisa Christine. In the back is Bill Smith, Rusty Dial, Gary Boden, Greg Harvey, Bill
Loudon Squadron 257 voted on 11/9/14 to donate $250 to the Loudonville High School Academic Boosters. This money is used to scholastically to assist the students and reward them. Pictured here in front is Brad Swires, Commander, Brooke Christine, Mattie Imhoff, Bri Christine, Lisa Christine. In the back is Bill Smith, Rusty Dial, Gary Boden, Greg Harvey, Bill "Buster" Sutterlin, and Brian Adrian.
Each year the SAL Squadron 257 donates $200 of food to the local food pantry. The food supplies were delivered by Finance Officer Bill
Each year the SAL Squadron 257 donates $200 of food to the local food pantry. The food supplies were delivered by Finance Officer Bill "Buster" Sutterlin, Greg Harvey, Commander Brad Swires, Past Commander Rusty Dial, and American Legion member and Colonel Jody Harvey.
Loudon Squadron 257 voted 3/8/15 to donate $250 as part of the American Legion Family (American Legion, American Legion Auxiliary, American Legion Riders, SAL agreed to donate $250 each.) for a pavilion at the Ashland County Fairgrounds as a memorial to Cheyenne Spidel.
Loudon Squadron 257 voted 3/8/15 to donate $250 as part of the American Legion Family (American Legion, American Legion Auxiliary, American Legion Riders, SAL agreed to donate $250 each.) for a pavilion at the Ashland County Fairgrounds as a memorial to Cheyenne Spidel.
The Gladstone August Mattson Squad #71 of the Sons of the American Legion has made a $500.00 Donation to the U.P. Raptor Rehabilitation center in Gladstone.
The Gladstone August Mattson Squad #71 of the Sons of the American Legion has made a $500.00 Donation to the U.P. Raptor Rehabilitation center in Gladstone.
Squadron #257 Detachment of Ohio, Each year on the Saturday before Memorial Day, the American Legion participtes in a ceremony prior to the boy scouts and girls scouts decorating the graves of Veterans at the National Cemetery. On May 23, 2015 at the Western Reserve Cemetery in Rittman, Ohio. In the picture is Detachment Judge Advocate Bill Towns, SAL First Vice Commander Dan Finnell, and Alternate NEC Bill
Squadron #257 Detachment of Ohio, Each year on the Saturday before Memorial Day, the American Legion participtes in a ceremony prior to the boy scouts and girls scouts decorating the graves of Veterans at the National Cemetery. On May 23, 2015 at the Western Reserve Cemetery in Rittman, Ohio. In the picture is Detachment Judge Advocate Bill Towns, SAL First Vice Commander Dan Finnell, and Alternate NEC Bill "Buster" Sutterlin with veterans' graves in the background
Loudon Squadron #257 sent 2 boys to Buckeye Boys State with the American Legion #257 sending 4 boys. Pictured here is the committee consisting of L to R SAL Dave Brown, SAL Tim Conway, American Legion Rick Shrimplin, and American Legion Bud Dawson (chairman) interviewing a boy to be accepted as a delegate to the 2015 Buckeye Boys State. Just a note, all 6 delegates and 3 alternates were able to attend June 2015 Buckeye Boys State.
Loudon Squadron #257 sent 2 boys to Buckeye Boys State with the American Legion #257 sending 4 boys. Pictured here is the committee consisting of L to R SAL Dave Brown, SAL Tim Conway, American Legion Rick Shrimplin, and American Legion Bud Dawson (chairman) interviewing a boy to be accepted as a delegate to the 2015 Buckeye Boys State. Just a note, all 6 delegates and 3 alternates were able to attend June 2015 Buckeye Boys State.
There is a local veterans home in Loudonville, Ohio with 15-18 veteran residents. Each year Loudon Squadron #257 gets their wish list from the veterans for Christmas. For Christmas 2014, 18 veterans received a gift of their choice. The gifts consisted of a bed comforter set, tennis shoes,house slippers, winter boots, winter coat, underwear, Marine ball caps, pants and earphones. In the Loudonville Rest Home, pictured here is L to R: Rusty Dial, Greg Harvey, Brad Swires, and Bill
There is a local veterans home in Loudonville, Ohio with 15-18 veteran residents. Each year Loudon Squadron #257 gets their wish list from the veterans for Christmas. For Christmas 2014, 18 veterans received a gift of their choice. The gifts consisted of a bed comforter set, tennis shoes,house slippers, winter boots, winter coat, underwear, Marine ball caps, pants and earphones. In the Loudonville Rest Home, pictured here is L to R: Rusty Dial, Greg Harvey, Brad Swires, and Bill "Buster" Sutterlin handing out the gifts to the veterans.
Each year the SAL Squadron 257 donates $200 of food to the local food pantry. The food supplies were delivered by Finance Officer Bill
Each year the SAL Squadron 257 donates $200 of food to the local food pantry. The food supplies were delivered by Finance Officer Bill "Buster" Sutterlin, Greg Harvey, Commander Brad Swires, Past Commander Rusty Dial, and American Legion member and Colonel Jody Harvey.
SAL Squadron 257 voted at their 9/14/14 meeting to buy a brick with their squadron and emblem on it. This brick is at the Ohio Veterans Memorial Park in Clinton, Ohio. Pictured here in front of their brick is SAL Sqd 257 Commander Timothy Hartman, Alt. NEC William
SAL Squadron 257 voted at their 9/14/14 meeting to buy a brick with their squadron and emblem on it. This brick is at the Ohio Veterans Memorial Park in Clinton, Ohio. Pictured here in front of their brick is SAL Sqd 257 Commander Timothy Hartman, Alt. NEC William "Buster" Sutterlin, and SAL Sqd. Advisor Gary Boden. The wall is in the background. It is the longest free standing wall in the U.S.
This is the Loudonville Bicentennial Parade. Walking behind the American Legion 257 and VFW 8586 Color Guard were 7 SAL Squadron Members wearing their squadron shirts and covers. Driving the tractor was SAL member Ralph Adams wearing his shirt and cover. Ralph restored this old wagon and pulled it in the parade. In the wagon are two American Legion 257 members, two A.L. Auxiliary members and two SAL 257 members. Dakota Sutterlin, an 11 year old member for 11 years, is waving to the people.
This is the Loudonville Bicentennial Parade. Walking behind the American Legion 257 and VFW 8586 Color Guard were 7 SAL Squadron Members wearing their squadron shirts and covers. Driving the tractor was SAL member Ralph Adams wearing his shirt and cover. Ralph restored this old wagon and pulled it in the parade. In the wagon are two American Legion 257 members, two A.L. Auxiliary members and two SAL 257 members. Dakota Sutterlin, an 11 year old member for 11 years, is waving to the people.
Here is an example of what one Squadron is doing… and the guys are loving it..!!! My question back to you is… “What is your Squadron doing?” Attached is the story board for the July meeting of the Young S.A.L.s. Derby Squadron #408-Derby, Kansas.
Here is an example of what one Squadron is doing… and the guys are loving it..!!! My question back to you is… “What is your Squadron doing?” Attached is the story board for the July meeting of the Young S.A.L.s. Derby Squadron #408-Derby, Kansas.
Leland-Berman Wright, Neal E. Fonger Squadron #179, Granville, Michigan Chaplain, He and another Scout raised $1,000 for Auxiliary Poppy Fund.
Leland-Berman Wright, Neal E. Fonger Squadron #179, Granville, Michigan Chaplain, He and another Scout raised $1,000 for Auxiliary Poppy Fund.
Legion Family Members Post #60 Grand Rapids, Mn.
Legion Family Members Post #60 Grand Rapids, Mn.
Dan Ronayne-Squadron #208 Arlington Heights Illinois helping prepare 590 care packages to be shiped to our Military members over seas.
Dan Ronayne-Squadron #208 Arlington Heights Illinois helping prepare 590 care packages to be shiped to our Military members over seas.
Dan Ronayne colleting flags for retirement ceremony-Squad # 208 Arlington Heights, Il.
Dan Ronayne colleting flags for retirement ceremony-Squad # 208 Arlington Heights, Il.
Akron, Ohio Squad #281 - Josh Dog presentation at Akron Ronald McDonald House.
Akron, Ohio Squad #281 - Josh Dog presentation at Akron Ronald McDonald House.
Donations of Crown Royal bags to Department Commander Hilliard's project to help homeless Veterans. They receive $1.00 per bag so far 3,000 bags have been donated.
Donations of Crown Royal bags to Department Commander Hilliard's project to help homeless Veterans. They receive $1.00 per bag so far 3,000 bags have been donated.
Glen Hill Post 287 Family at this year's carnival at the Grand Rapids home for Veterans. In the back row are Squadron members Walt Joachim and Skipper Townes.
Glen Hill Post 287 Family at this year's carnival at the Grand Rapids home for Veterans. In the back row are Squadron members Walt Joachim and Skipper Townes.
Ray Provost Squadron #21 Iron River, Michigan and his dad Joseph Provost
Ray Provost Squadron #21 Iron River, Michigan and his dad Joseph Provost
Ray Provost in the center with Jim Campbell and Mike Thompson Accepting the $1,500.00 Check for Honor Flights
Ray Provost in the center with Jim Campbell and Mike Thompson Accepting the $1,500.00 Check for Honor Flights
S.A.L. Squadron #90 Lake Linden, Mi raised over $10,000 for Honor Flight. Pictured-Gary Kendzierski-ADJ, James Moyle-Chaplain, Alan Codere-Finance, Doug Kaufman-Sgt-at-Arms, Mark Englund-Commander, Paul Sutinen-1st Vice.
S.A.L. Squadron #90 Lake Linden, Mi raised over $10,000 for Honor Flight. Pictured-Gary Kendzierski-ADJ, James Moyle-Chaplain, Alan Codere-Finance, Doug Kaufman-Sgt-at-Arms, Mark Englund-Commander, Paul Sutinen-1st Vice.
This is going on this weekend and The Detachment of Michigan Sons of The American Legion are proud to be in it for our Tenth year. We have been there since the start and Support our Veterans always.
This is going on this weekend and The Detachment of Michigan Sons of The American Legion are proud to be in it for our Tenth year. We have been there since the start and Support our Veterans always.
Squadron 209's members accepting awards for the Squadron at the Department of Colorado 2015 awards banquet.
Squadron 209's members accepting awards for the Squadron at the Department of Colorado 2015 awards banquet.
Honoring veterans during Salute to Hospitalized Veterans Week at the Iron Mountain VA Medical Center. l to r: Dennis Larson VAVS rep., Pat Lees Squadron 50 Commander, Steve Podgornik deputy VAVS rep. Sons serving cake and fruit. Larson and Podgornik each have 17 years as VAVS reps at the Iron Mountain VA. On Jan 20, 2016
Honoring veterans during Salute to Hospitalized Veterans Week at the Iron Mountain VA Medical Center. l to r: Dennis Larson VAVS rep., Pat Lees Squadron 50 Commander, Steve Podgornik deputy VAVS rep. Sons serving cake and fruit. Larson and Podgornik each have 17 years as VAVS reps at the Iron Mountain VA. On Jan 20, 2016
the pictures from Wilwin. The Sons of The American Legion, Detachment of Michigan delivered a Golf Cart for use at Wilwin. Delivery was made by Detachment Commander Carvin Chapman, PDC Pat Pustay, chauffeur Department Honorary Jr President Sabrina Jo Townes, PDC Skipper Townes. Receiving on be have of Wilwin was Board member John Kinzinger. The Golf Cart was a donation to Wilwin by The Sons of The American Legion, Detachment of Michigan.
the pictures from Wilwin. The Sons of The American Legion, Detachment of Michigan delivered a Golf Cart for use at Wilwin. Delivery was made by Detachment Commander Carvin Chapman, PDC Pat Pustay, chauffeur Department Honorary Jr President Sabrina Jo Townes, PDC Skipper Townes. Receiving on be have of Wilwin was Board member John Kinzinger. The Golf Cart was a donation to Wilwin by The Sons of The American Legion, Detachment of Michigan.
Citation for Heroism for Phillip Daniels, SAL Member Padgett-Webb Squadron 17 Dublin, GA Phillip Daniels, who turned 18 years old on June 7, 2016, is a member of Padgett-Webb Squadron 17 Sons of The American Legion. He and his friend, Tyler Powell, distinguished themselves through extraordinary heroism by saving the life of a friend and neighbor, 57 year old Gene Kosten from his burning house. Kosten is a US Army Veteran and a member of the Georgia Army National Guard. Daniels is the son of Angela Daniels. She is a US Army Veteran and Dual Member of Padgett-Webb Post 17 American Legion and American Legion Auxiliary.
Citation for Heroism for Phillip Daniels, SAL Member Padgett-Webb Squadron 17 Dublin, GA Phillip Daniels, who turned 18 years old on June 7, 2016, is a member of Padgett-Webb Squadron 17 Sons of The American Legion. He and his friend, Tyler Powell, distinguished themselves through extraordinary heroism by saving the life of a friend and neighbor, 57 year old Gene Kosten from his burning house. Kosten is a US Army Veteran and a member of the Georgia Army National Guard. Daniels is the son of Angela Daniels. She is a US Army Veteran and Dual Member of Padgett-Webb Post 17 American Legion and American Legion Auxiliary.
The Chelsea American Legion Post 31 in conjunction with the Michigan Kayak Assoc. held its 6th annual Hero's On The Water event on June 11th. 16 Veterans from the Ann Arbor VA Health center came out for a day of fishing with the kayaks. Those who didn't kayak got a tour of the lake by pontoon boat generously donated by a neighbor. Everyone was treated to grilled hamburgers and hotdogs along with deep fried blue gill and venison roast. The weather was perfect for a day on Cavanaugh Lake. Thank you, John Beeman SAL Commander Chelsea American Legion Post 31
The Chelsea American Legion Post 31 in conjunction with the Michigan Kayak Assoc. held its 6th annual Hero's On The Water event on June 11th. 16 Veterans from the Ann Arbor VA Health center came out for a day of fishing with the kayaks. Those who didn't kayak got a tour of the lake by pontoon boat generously donated by a neighbor. Everyone was treated to grilled hamburgers and hotdogs along with deep fried blue gill and venison roast. The weather was perfect for a day on Cavanaugh Lake. Thank you, John Beeman SAL Commander Chelsea American Legion Post 31