LEGION REPORTS
Department Membership Summary
Post Membership Summary
Weekly Reports – January 23, 2020
March on Tallahassee
The March on Tallahassee will be January 29, 2020. Please contact your representatives ahead of time to make an appointment for this day.
We will meet briefly at Post 13 in Tallahassee at 8:30 AM for a “Know Before You Go”.
Post 13
229 Lake Ella Drive
Tallahassee, FL
Weekly Reports – January 16, 2020
A Veteran Sweetheart…
Maj. Bill White
Maj. Bill White is the oldest living Marine at 104 years old, a Veteran of World War II and survivor of the Battle of Iwo Jima in 1945. “The fact that I even survived is something. There weren’t too many of us,” White recalled.
White was near the front lines of the battle on March 3, 1945, when a grenade exploded about six inches from, he and his fellow Marines. The injuries he sustained took him off the battlefield, but he recovered and went on to enjoy a long military career. “I spent 30 years active duty and 54 retired,” says White.
Maj. Bill White is “A Veteran Sweetheart” who has a special request this coming Valentine’s Day…. He has many medals and keepsakes from his long military career and life. This year the spirited veteran hopes to grow his collection of keepsakes with Valentine’s Day cards from friends old and new. “I’ll save every one of them…” he told Fox News.
Maj. Bill white is a fellow Veteran, and we would like to honor his request, and encourage all of you to do so as well. Such a simple request, that will have a huge impact on someone who has given so much of himself.
Join in and send a Valentine’s Day card to:
Operation Valentine
ATTN: Hold for Maj Bill White, USMC (Ret)
The Oaks at Inglewood
6725 Inglewood Ave.
Stockton, CA 95207
A huge thank you to Fox News for bringing this story to the public eye.
You can purchase, personalize and send a printed card online through www.postable.com for a small fee. (Postable is not a sponsor or paid advertiser. We do not give any guarantees or claim any liability to the service they provide.)
Source: Fox News https://www.fox35orlando.com/news/wwii-veteran-104-asks-for-valentines-day-cards-ill-save-every-one
We Stand United in Support of Our Troops
The American Legion proudly decrees “For God and Country”. Today our Country calls us to unite, to put aside our differences, to put aside our political opinions, to put aside any disdain of our chosen leaders. Today we call on God to watch over our brave Troops, our Country, our Homes and our Families.
The American Legion is non-biased on many issues, but when it comes to the treatment and safety of our Service Members and Our Country, we are one united front and a force to be reckoned with. Today we throw our support behind our Leaders, trusting that God will guide them in the tough decisions to follow. We place our faith and pride in our Service Members, as they bravely leave their homes and their families to risk their lives for our protection and freedoms. Bless this country as we pull from the strength of our great Nation, and May God bless our American troops!
January 3, 2020 our President ordered an airstrike resulting in the death of Qasem Soleimani, who was hailed as a hero in Iran and beloved by Iranian troops. A hero to Americans, he is NOT! The pentagon credits Soleimani with the deaths of hundreds of American and coalition service members and the wounding of thousands more. The Defense Department stated that Soleimani was “actively developing plans to attack American diplomats and service members in Iraq and throughout the region.” Soleimani was undoubtedly an enemy to our country and our people, for his decommission we show no remorse.
Iran retaliates, endangering our American troops stationed there to aid in peace and order. They vow further attacks against our country and intend to divide us even more. To them we call their bluff and raise them 300 million plus citizens of the United States ready to protect, defend and support our Country.
What say you? Will we, the American people, unite in support of the protection of the United States of America and all that we hold sacred? Tell us at facebook.com/floridalegion. How do YOU choose to support your country?
Are you interested in supporting our Service Members, Veterans, Communities and Family?
Weekly Reports – December 26, 2019
LEGION REPORTS
Department Membership Summary
Post Membership Summary
SAL REPORTS
Detachment Membership Summary – Unavailable due to server issues.
Squadron Membership Summary – Unavailable due to server issues.
*Last reports of 2019.
Attention: myLegion and AIM Server Issues
Our Department is experiencing issues with myLegion, the online membership portal. myLegion is ran through the National office and they are closed until Thursday, December 26th. We are sorry for any inconvenience. Please have a wonderful holiday.
Weekly Reports – December 19, 2019
Weekly Reports – December 12, 2019
Pensacola Naval Air Station shooting: 4 dead, multiple injured, including 2 deputies
UPDATE: We have been informed that Western Area Commander, John Eden, is ok and has spoken to his wife.
—Original Message—-
Please pray for all involved in this tragedy. It was reported that Western Area Commander, works at this base, his status is currently unknown.
Our thoughts and prayer are will all those affected.
Weekly Reports – December 5, 2019
Weekly Reports – November 27, 2019
Kenneth Lee Powell Sr
It is with deep regret that we report the passing of Kenneth Lee Powell Sr, of West Palm Beach, Florida on Monday, November 25, 2019 at the age of 71. Kenneth is survived by his wife, Natalia, three children, Kenneth Jr, Natasha, and Austin. There are no details regarding services at this time, but any new information will be communicated to you through email as well as posted on the website.
Kenneth was a U.S. Navy Vietnam War Veteran and a member of Memorial American Legion Post 141, West Palm Beach, FL with 27 continuous years of membership. Kenneth served as an Store Manager while in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War. Kenneth owned and operated many corporations and was active in Rotary International, Rotary Club and was a Life Member of the VFW as well a Paid Up For Life Member of The American Legion.
Kenneth joined The American Legion in 1994 at West Palm Beach, Florida Post 141. He served in many elected and appointed positions during his impressive career in The American Legion including 2 terms as Post Commander. On a Department level, Kenneth, served as; Department Finance Chairman (2007-20014; 11th District Commander (1998-1999); Department Historian (2000-2001); Vice Commander – Southern Area (1999-2000); and Department Commander (2001-2002). On a National level, Kenneth, served on the Department Historians Organization (2000-2001; American Legion Insurance Committee (2000-2012); National Legislative Council (2013-2015); National American Legion Press Association (2004-2008) ; and Revenue Enhancement Committee (2012-2013).
Kenneth’s wife Natalia will be receiving condolences at;
Natalia Powell
1430 Caribbean Road E
West Palm Beach, FL 33406
The Annual American Legion Holiday Blood Drive
The Annual American Legion Holiday Blood Drive will take place Thanksgiving Day through December 31st, 2019.
Legion family members and Posts are encouraged to give blood and host blood drives for this life-saving cause. For information about the American Legion’s Blood Donor Program or how to host a blood drive the blood donor program handbook is available on the resource page of the Department of Florida Legion website: www.floridalegion.org or visit www.legion.org/security/blood.
The 2018-2019 American Legion CPRs showed that nearly 74,000 pints of blood was donated during the past year in post blood drives. Department of Florida came in first place nationally.
Thank you and have a safe and happy holiday season,
Raymond Perez “Ray”
Department Blood Donor Chairman
Weekly Reports – November 22, 2019
Weekly Reports – November 14, 2019
LEGION REPORTS
Department Membership Summary
Post Membership Summary
SAL REPORTS
Detachment Membership Summary (coming soon)
Squadron Membership Summary
MyLegion SAL Report
Weekly Reports – November 8, 2019
LEGION REPORTS
Department Membership Summary
Post Membership Summary
SAL REPORTS
Detachment Membership Summary
Squadron Membership Summary
MyLegion SAL Report
MIAMI SEAQUARIUM CELEBRATES VETERANS DAY WITH SALUTE TO HEROES MONTH
Free Admission for First Responders, Power & Utility Workers, and Military this November
MIAMI – Oct. 10, 2019 – In recognition of their service to our country and community, Salute to Heroes Month offers all veterans, police, fire, law enforcement, EMT personnel, military personnel, power and utility workers free admission to Miami Seaquarium, Nov. 1 – 30. All accompanying family members – up to four guests – will receive 50 percent off admission. Military and first responder guests will be honored during one of the Park’s show presentations! In addition, the Park will be offering 50 percent off on all animal encounter programs to military and first responders.
A valid military, first responder or power and utility worker photo I.D. is required and must be presented at the ticket counter to receive the complimentary admission or animal encounter discount. Miami Seaquarium will admit first responders, including sworn officers, civilian employees and support staff from all city and county fire and law enforcement organizations, plus the following: Florida Highway Patrol; Broward County Sheriff Office; District Attorney; correctional facilities (prisons); U.S. Marshals; ATF (Alcohol, Tobacco & Firearms); the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI); International Border Patrol; Immigration Naturalization Service (INS); Homeland Security which includes: International Border Patrol, Citizenship & Immigration, Immigration Customs Enforcement, Secret Service, FEMA,TSA; ambulance company EMTs; and reserve or volunteer fire, Florida Power & Light (FPL) and law enforcement members with valid ID.
To book an animal encounter program, please call (305) 365-2501. For more information, visit miamiseaquarium.com.