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George “Bill” Hamblin

It is with deep regret that we report the passing of Past 15th District Commander, George “Bill” Hamblin, of Tampa, Florida on Monday, February 10, 2020 at the age of 73. Bill is survived by his wife, Rosemarie. 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.

Bill was a U.S. Air Force Vietnam War Era Veteran and a member of U.S.S. Tampa Post 5, Tampa, FL with 18 continuous years of membership. Bill served as Post Commander (2006-2020) and District Commander (2015-2016).

Please keep his family and friends in your thoughts and prayers in their time of grief. If you would like to send your condolences you may do so through his wife, Rosemarie, at 4405 W. Vasconia Street, Tampa, FL 33629.

A Celebration of Life has been scheduled for Post 5 Commander and Past 15th District Commander George “Bill” Hamblin on Sunday, March 29th from 12pm to 5pm at Post 5, 3810 W. Kennedy Blvd, Tampa, FL.

Free Smoke Alarms for Veterans’ Homes

Smoke Alarms Save Lives!

More lives are lost every year to home fires than to all major disasters.

Through our Home Fire Campaign, volunteers and other community partners canvass neighborhoods, installing free smoke alarms and providing fire prevention and safety education.

If you need a smoke alarm installed, or want to get involved in this campaign, please call 352-415-4636.

Visit SoundTheAlarm.org/NorthFlorida or call 352-415-4636.

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Weekly Reports – February 6, 2020

LEGION REPORTS

Department Membership Summary
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SAL REPORTS

Detachment Membership Summary

Squadron Membership Summary

2020 Legion Family Cruise

Last years cruise was a blast, and we are ready to go again.

This will be a first come first serve, so make your reservations ASAP as cabin space might fill up quickly. Please call to reserve your room as prices change all the time. My wife works for Carnival, so we will be taken care of.

Put your deposit down quickly and she will try to have us as close together as possible. Remember, this will be a FUN cruise and time to enjoy each other’s company and to recharge for the year.

I will have hotel information as we get closer for the night before the cruise. Everyone have a great time and we’ll see you aboard.

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to myself or vacation planner, Maureen Williams.

William “Rick” Johnson
Department Commander

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Weekly Reports – January 30, 2020

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March on Tallahassee – Senator Wright

MARCH ON TALLAHASSEE: Senator Wright introducing his bill related to crimes against Veterans to the Senate Criminal Justice Subcommittee. The American Legion proudly waived in support of this bill.

#veteransfirst #marchontallahassee #rallywise #floridalegion

March on Tallahassee – Rep Bobby Payne

MARCH ON TALLAHASSEE: Meeting with Representative Bobby Payne discussing all Veterans issues currently in Legislation.

#veteransfirst #marchontallahassee #rallywise #floridalegion

March on Tallahassee – Appropriation Subcommittee

MARCH ON TALLAHASSEE: Appropriation Subcommittee is getting started, in which we will be supporting bill HB 593 Disability Retirement Benefits for Veterans.

#veteransfirst #marchontallahassee #rallywise #floridalegion

March on Tallahassee – President Bill Galvano

MARCH ON TALLAHASSEE: Meeting with President Bill Galvano discussing all Veterans issues currently in Legislation.

#veteransfirst #marchontallahassee #floridalegion

March on Tallahassee – Rep Anthony Sabatini

MARCH ON TALLAHASSEE: Meeting with State Representative Anthony Sabatini who was very supportive in discussing all Veterans issues currently in Legislation.

#veteransfirst #marchontallahassee #floridalegion

March on Tallahassee – Rep Ramos

MARCH ON TALLAHASSEE: Meeting with Representative Joel Ramos on continued discussions regarding the Ad Valorem Tax discount for spouses, Asbestos Trust Claims, and numerous other Veteran issues.

#veteransfirst #marchontallahassee #floridalegion

March on Tallahassee – Senator Torres

MARCH ON TALLAHASSEE: Meeting with Senator Torres on continued discussions regarding the HB877/SB1076 bill. This bill would allow an Ad Valorem Tax discount for spouses of certain deceased Veterans who had permanent, combat-related disabilities.

#veteransfirst #marchontallahassee #floridalegion

March on Tallahassee – Rep MaryLynn Magar

The March on Tallahassee is underway… First meeting this morning was with S Representative MaryLynn Magar. The HB877/SB1076 bill was discussed. This bill would allow an Ad Valorem Tax discount for spouses of certain deceased Veterans who had permanent, combat-related disabilities.

#veteransfirst #marchontallahassee #floridalegion

March on Tallahasse – Representative Fitzenhagen

MARCH ON TALLAHASSEE: Final meeting of the day, was an unscheduled meeting with Representative Fitzenhagen discussing Asbestos.

#veteransfirst #marchontallahassee #rallywise #floridalegion

March on Tallahassee – FDVA

MARCH ON TALLAHASSEE: Meeting with FDVA Executive Director, Danny Burgess about PROJECT: VetRelief and Suicide Prevention.

#veteransfirst #marchontallahassee #rallywise #floridalegion

Weekly Reports – January 23, 2020

LEGION REPORTS

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Squadron Membership Summary

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

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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?

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