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cover art photo credits: Photograph © Darren Baker The current officers of Post 2001 for 2019-2020 are: Commander: Scott Morse 1st Vice Commander: Scott Howell 2nd Vice Commander: Eric Lohman 3rd Vice Commander: Dave Dixon Adjutant: Shannon Kirkpatrick Baseball Chair: Scott Morse Boys & Girls State Programs: Dennis Kellen Chaplain: Paul Konold Finance Officer: Richard Ryan Poppy Distribution Events: Dennis Kellen Sergeant-at-Arms: Vito Ferrero Senior Veteran Service Officer: Joe Scalione Veteran Service Officer: Scott Morse
cover art photo credits: Photograph © Darren Baker The current officers of Post 2001 for 2019-2020 are: Commander: Scott Morse 1st Vice Commander: Scott Howell 2nd Vice Commander: Eric Lohman 3rd Vice Commander: Dave Dixon Adjutant: Shannon Kirkpatrick Baseball Chair: Scott Morse Boys & Girls State Programs: Dennis Kellen Chaplain: Paul Konold Finance Officer: Richard Ryan Poppy Distribution Events: Dennis Kellen Sergeant-at-Arms: Vito Ferrero Senior Veteran Service Officer: Joe Scalione Veteran Service Officer: Scott Morse
Mission: The American Legion was formed by veterans of the American Expeditionary Force in Paris, France in March 1919 shortly after World War I ended. In May of that same year, the Legion's St. Louis Caucus formally founded the American Legion, and on 16 September 1919, the American Legion was chartered by the United States Congress. Americanism is our business! Today, over 14,000 Legion posts represent 2.4 million members in the U.S. & worldwide, including Puerto Rico, Mexico, the Philippines and France. For nearly 100 years, the Legion has influenced considerable social change in America, secured hundreds of benefits for veterans and produced many important programs for America's youth and children.
Operating as usual
Happy Birthday, U.S. Coast Guard reserves. Thank you for keeping our coasts safe for 79 years!
https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.military.com/coast-guard/coast-guard-reserve-birthday.html/amp
The Coast Guard Reserve celebrates its 79th birthday this February 19.
Happy birthday, U.S. Coast Guard Reserves. https://www.gocoastguard.com/reserve-careers
Check out our American Legion 2001 posts! We included a year in review and the winner of our Veterans Day competition! Keep up with us @ ashburnlegion.org
Time flies when you’re having fun! Welcome to 2021 @ American Legion Post 2001. We’ll post our 2020 review soonest.
Happy Holidays from AL Post 2001!
Did you know that our world’s oldest living Veterans are from World War 2? Visit https://ashburnlegion.org/ for more information.
Happy Birthday Marine Corps! https://ashburnlegion.org/
Starting this Veterans Day, Veterans and Gold Star families get free access to national parks.
https://www.blogs.va.gov/VAntage/80547/veterans-gold-star-families-get-free-entrance-national-parks-refuges-public-lands/?fbclid=IwAR1DOOC-c3oI9UcHwKB7NaNS8LmcZAk2lIW8WpyGoMOrE6ZjSM3Eq2v5fZA
Veterans and Gold Star Families get free access to lands managed by the Department of the Interior starting Veterans Day this year and every day onward.
AL Post 2001 presents Ashburn Xtreme Hockey Club with sponsorship! Visit https://ashburnlegion.org/
Stars for Veterans here in Sterling, VA! Visit ashburnlegion.org for an inspiring story.
How is Veterans Day different from Memorial Day? Veterans Day should be festive and celebratory; honoring those who served. Memorial Day should be somber; honoring those who gave their lives in the line of duty.
Wife of AL Post 2001 member named as Director of Serving Together: https://servingtogetherproject.org/everymind-welcomes-new-director-for-servingtogether-christy-kenady/
October 13th!
AL post 2001 is excited for our Veterans Day photo and essay competition! ashburnlegion.org
ATTENTION ARTISTS AND WRITERS!
Requesting submissions for a Veterans Day photo competition and essay contest. American Legion Post 2001 is looking for creative talent amongst our community. We would like your single captivating photo or consolidated photo collage that represents what Veterans Day means to you, along with a 200 – 500-word essay describing the meaning of the photo/collage. Submissions open at midnight on Thursday, October 1st 2020 and close at midnight on Friday, November 6th 2020.
Visit ashburnlegion.org for more information!
American Legion Post 2001 - Ashburn, Virginia
Seeking 2020 Veterans Day pictures and essays. Visit ashburnlegion.org to see the rules and regulations.
https://cheddar.com/media/jon-stewart-goes-to-bat-for-veterans-fallen-ill-from-burn-pits
This week Jon Stewart helped bring forth new legislation aimed at providing financial relief for burn pit victims. Stewart said the battle with Congress is just a continuation of his fight in getting aid for first responders through the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund. Cheddar's J.D. Durkin reports.
Remembering 9/11. Visit ashburnlegion.org.
On this day 19 years ago...246 people went to sleep in preparation for their morning flights. 2,606 people went to sleep in preparation for work in the morning. 343 firefighters went to sleep in preparation for their morning shift. 60 police officers went to sleep in preparation for their morning patrol. 8 paramedics went to sleep in preparation for their morning shift. Not a single one of them saw past 10:00am on September 11, 2001.
Friends, in one single moment life may never be the same. As you live and enjoy the breaths you take in today and before you go to sleep tonight in preparation for tomorrow, kiss the ones you love, snuggle a little bit tighter, and never take even a second of your life for granted.
Post 2001 was just awarded a $5,000 Grant from 100 Women Strong to continue our support to Veterans. Thanks to our Finance Officer, Richard Ryan for preparing our application and informing this fantastic group of our activities in support of veterans.
100WomenStrong's members are a diverse group of women, men, and corporate partners who love Loudoun County, and want to make a difference here. They partner with non-profits like the Leonard W. Kidd Memorial American Legion Post 2001 to make a powerful impact on the quality of life for residents of Loudoun Country.
For More information, check out their website: https://www.onehundredwomenstrong.org/
V-J day celebrations occur today in the U.K. and on September 2, in the U. S. Please visit our website for more information: ashburnlegion.org
Happy Birthday, U.S. Coast Guard!
Happy Independence Day!
A letter of recognition from a Veteran spouse. http://www.ashburnlegion.org/2020/06/a-letter-of-recognition/
Hi Everybody,
We have a kind letter of recognition from a Veteran's spouse. The letter details the family's struggle with early onset dementia and how AL Post 2001 could contribute to make their lives more comfortable. It is a long letter, so we encourage you to visit our website and read it in its' entirety.
Robin - Thanks for the letter and it was our pleasure to help!
http://ashburnlegion.org/2020/06/a-letter-of-recognition/
Young Onset Dementia & Parkinson’s Disease Letter of Appreciation – Young Veteran Families June 25, 2020 Dear Veteran Heroes As a caregiver of a Veteran spouse for 10 years, I wou…
American Legion Post 2001 has noticed a recent news development about Veterans who may have Lung Disease from Iraq/Afghanistan burn pit exposure. Scientists and Doctors have agreed, Lung Disease from these factors, could put a particular sub-set of deployed Veterans at high risk for COVID-19. If you or a loved one served overseas, then please consider the following materials to determine whether or not you could be impacted. Here are several links with research and resources.
Research
https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.military.com/daily-news/2020/04/21/veterans-burn-pit-registry-may-be-greater-risk-covid-19-lawmakers-say.html/amp
https://www.washingtonpost.com/video/washington-post-live/veterans-frontline-concerns/2020/06/16/82e741d8-4bf4-4ba9-a779-4dd452c5fd83_video.html
https://medlineplus.gov/lungdiseases.html
Resources
https://www.publichealth.va.gov/exposures/index.asp
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/symptoms-testing/symptoms.html
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/testing/index.html
If you are interested in joining AL Post 2001, please email [email protected]. We are currently accepting new members. Stay safe!
There is concern that veterans exposed to airborne pollutants are at higher risk for serious complications of COVID-19.
Happy Birthday, U.S. Army. Please visit ashburnlegion.org for a list of Army facts.
Leonard W. Kidd Memorial American Legion Post 2001's cover photo
Happy Birthday, U.S. Army
How did the United States' Army begin? The U.S. Army was born from America's 19 April 1775 Revolutionary War. To read more about the first skirmishes please visit our website, ashburnlegion.org. Previously known as the Army of Observation, groups of armed Patriots held the British troops in Boston. From their advances, the United Colonies Delegates drafted formal documents for the creation and development of what would become a world renowned military force, led by George Washington. The Congress transformed a local rebellion into a war for independence when it established the Continental Army.
"The delegates of the United Colonies … reposing special trust and confidence in the patriotism, valor, conduct, and fidelity” of George Washington. Our first President was also the first Commander of all the Continental forces.
Facts About the United States Army
*The Army is older than the country
*The Army pioneered modern guerilla warfare
*George Washington chose the Army's dress colors
*There have only been five-star generals in the Army
*The Army tested chemical agents on the United States
*The Air Force was part of the Army until 1946
*The Army has a special unit of Skeptics
*A third of Union Army soldiers were immigrants
*The first submarine was used by the Army in the Revolutionary War
*The Ranger Slogan Was Created During the Normandy Invasion
*Coca-Cola Had Engineers in the Army in WWII
*The Army Employs Over 1 Million Personnel
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To read the complete list of Army facts, please visit https://bestlifeonline.com/crazy-army-facts/.
If you are interested in finding out more about American Legion Post 2001, then please email [email protected]. We are accepting new members!
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#HappyBirthdayUnitedStatesArmy #HappyBirthdayUSArmy #USArmyBirthday
To learn more about the United States flag day please visit ashburnlegion.org!
Flag Day 2020
In 1885, a little prompting from a school teacher, named Bernard J. Cigrand, led to a United States flag movement. The initiative grew until, in 1916, President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed June 14 as the official Flag Day. In 1949, the U.S. Congress permanently established the date as National Flag Day.
The flag consists of thirteen equal horizontal stripes of red (top and bottom) alternating with white, with a blue rectangle in the canton (referred to specifically as the "union") and fifty small, white, five-pointed stars. The 50 stars on the flag represent the 50 states of the United States of America, and the 13 stripes represent the thirteen British colonies that declared independence from the Kingdom of Great Britain, and became the first states in the U.S.
Did you know that our flag has 3 nicknames? Stars and Stripes, Old Glory and Star Spangled Banner. The last nickname was made famous by the national anthem, in 1931. However, the flag inspiring song was first invented by Francis Scott Key, in 1814, which evolved from a Defense of Fort McHenry poem to the adapted tune of The Anacreontic Song. In the 21st century, the national anthem is synonymous with large public events - belted from the lungs of recognizable talent. The lyrics continue to resonate with each generation.
"Oh, say, can you see, by the dawn's early light,
What so proudly we hail'd at the twilight's last gleaming?
Whose broad stripes and bright stars, thro' the perilous fight,
O'er the ramparts we watch'd, were so gallantly streaming?
And the rockets' red glare, the bombs bursting in air,
Gave proof thro' the night that our flag was still there.
O say, does that star-spangled banner yet wave
O'er the land of the free and the home of the brave?
On the shore dimly seen thro' the mists of the deep,
Where the foe's haughty host in dread silence reposes,
What is that which the breeze, o'er the towering steep,
As it fitfully blows, half conceals, half discloses?
Now it catches the gleam of the morning's first beam,
In full glory reflected, now shines on the stream:
'Tis the star-spangled banner: O, long may it wave
O'er the land of the free and the home of the brave!
And where is that band who so vauntingly swore
That the havoc of war and the battle's confusion
A home and a country should leave us no more?
Their blood has wash'd out their foul footsteps' pollution.
No refuge could save the hireling and slave
From the terror of flight or the gloom of the grave:
And the star-spangled banner in triumph doth wave
O'er the land of the free and the home of the brave.
O, thus be it ever when freemen shall stand,
Between their lov'd homes and the war's desolation;
Blest with vict'ry and peace, may the heav'n-rescued land
Praise the Pow'r that hath made and preserv'd us a nation!
Then conquer we must, when our cause is just,
And this be our motto: "In God is our trust"
And the star-spangled banner in triumph shall wave
O'er the land of the free and the home of the brave!"
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National Anthem Videos:
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Sources:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flag_of_the_United_States
https://www.scoutsongs.com/lyrics/starspangledbanner.html
https://www.britannica.com/topic/Flag-Day
If you are interested in finding out more about American Legion Post 2001, then please email [email protected]. We are accepting new members!
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American Legion Post 2001 helps a Tuskagee Airman receive a donated power wheel chair. Visit www.ashburnlegion.org for the scoop.
Loudoun County resident and member of the Leonard W. Kidd Memorial American Legion Post 2001 (AL Post 2001) of Ashburn VA, Carl Johnson, was the last Tuskegee Airman to earn his wings in 1946. The Tuskegee airmen were the first African American Aviators in the U.S. Army Air Corps. At 94 years old, he can remember a time when he overcame many obstacles to achieve the rank of Colonel in the U.S. Army. He selflessly served his Country with 30 years of military service and tenures at DOD and the FAA.
When AL2001 heard about Carl's mobility challenges, from a Post wellness checkup phone call several weeks ago, the answer was clear - find a way to help a fellow Veteran who had an essential need. At about the same time, an Ashburn resident, Mrs. Cheryl Broome, decided it was time to donate her two power wheel chairs, one from her deceased husband, also a Veteran, and one that she had replaced for herself. She contacted Mike Ross who owns/operates Batteries and Bulbs for ideas. Mike, in turn, contacted our Post, as we had worked with him before to place a donated power wheel chair with a Veteran in need. AL2001 sprang into action, visited Mrs. Broome, picked up the power wheel chairs, had Mike replace the batteries and began the match to need process.
On Friday, 29 May, five American Legion Post 2001 members met with this special WWII, Korean war and Vietnam war Veteran to deliver the much needed power wheelchair. Carl will use this to go down the street to his community’s Recreation Center so that he can continue his workouts! He was very pleased that anyone would take the time to worry about him.
Although, social distancing was in effect the AL2001 managed to take a peak at 30+ years of legacy. Several Post members asked if they could learn more about his life. In a most humble way, Carl said, "well, we could go inside and I could show you some photo albums." The doorway was jammed as we all rushed in to share in this view of a remarkable man and career. An hour later, we realized it was time for us to go, but promising to come back in another couple of weeks if he was willing to share with us some more history, which he graciously agreed to. There will be a follow up to this story, stay tuned.
American Legion Post 2001 and Ashburn Rotary Club participate in Flags for Heroes 2020. www.ashburnlegion.org
Today is a somber occasion, a reflection of all U.S. military men and women who sacrified their lives. As we enjoy the long weekend, we keep our military memories and legacies alive with the observance of Memorial Day activities; from designated Memorial site visits to virtual meetups and social media. American Legion Post 2001, in conjunction with Ashburn Rotary Club, observed Flags for Heroes 2020.
https://www.facebook.com/ashburnrotary/videos/3854035331336710/?t=0
And from our National American Legion site a special message:
https://youtu.be/1xM0LidAGuM
Post Office Box 1243
Ashburn, VA
20146
The Leonard W. Kidd Memorial American Legion Post 2001 meets monthly on the 2nd Thursday at 1930, except during the month of December. Our Post meets at the Ashburn Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department (AVFRD) at 20688 Ashburn Rd, Ashburn, VA 20147. Membership is open to all active duty and honorably discharged members of the U.S. Armed Forces [Navy, Marine Corps, Army, Air Force, Coast Guard, Merchant Marines, Reserves & National Guard]. Our membership is composed on men and women who have served during World War II; the Korean War; the Vietnam War; Grenada, Panama, Operations Desert Shield/Desert Storm; Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan; Operation Iraqi Freedom; and Special Operations for the duration of the United States' Global War on Terrorism.
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Post 2001 Holiday Party 2018; Thanks for Amazon Web Services Support this year; thanks to Mission BBQ for the main course; thanks to Tom Grant (Loudoun County Veteran Support); and especially thanks to our Veterans for their service!
History of the American Legion
The American Legion was formed by veterans of the American Expeditionary Force in Paris, France in March 1919 shortly after World War I ended. In May of that same year, the Legion's St. Louis Caucus formally founded the American Legion, and on 16 September 1919, the American Legion was chartered by the United States Congress. Americanism is our business!
Today, over 14,000 Legion posts represent 2.4 million members in the U.S. & worldwide, including Puerto Rico, Mexico, the Philippines and France. For nearly 100 years, the Legion has influenced considerable social change in America, secured hundreds of benefits for veterans and produced many important programs for America's youth and children.
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