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Connecticut Headquarters, American Legion Auxiliary, Presents Charter To Unit 101 - Somers

Helen P. Goewey, Department of CT President, and Barbara K. Pippin, Fourth District President, of The American Legion Auxiliary officially presented the charter to members of the newly formed American Legion Auxiliary, Buck - Dubiel Unit #101, at their October meeting yesterday evening in Somers. Unit Treasurer Christine Gonyea was honored to accept the charter on behalf of the unit 

In the spirit of Service, Not Self, the mission of the American Legion Auxiliary is to support The American Legion and to honor the sacrifice of those who serve by enhancing the lives of our veterans, military, and their families, both at home and abroad. We advocate for veterans, educate our citizens, mentor youth, and promote patriotism, good citizenship, peace and security. 

You are eligible to join if you are the mother, wife, daughter, sister, grand-daughter, great-grand-daughter, grandmother, or step-grandmother of members of The American Legion, and deceased veterans who served in the United States Armed Forces during the listed war eras.

Aug. 2, 1990 to today (Gulf War / War On Terrorism)
Dec. 20, 1989 to Jan. 31, 1990 (Panama)
Aug. 24, 1982 to July 31, 1984 (Lebanon / Grenada)
Feb. 28, 1961 to May 7, 1975 (Vietnam War)
June 25, 1950 to Jan. 31, 1955 (Korean War)
Dec. 7, 1941 to Dec. 31, 1946 (World War II)
April 6, 1917 to Nov. 11, 1918 (World War I)

A woman who is eligible for membership in The American Legion is also eligible to join the American Legion Auxiliary.

If you are interested in participating in this new organization, would like an application, or would like some more information about the American Legion Auxiliary, please call (888) 240-8188, or send and email to: Info@SomersPost101.org.

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