Happy Veterans Day 2020!

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The purpose of Veterans Day is to celebrate our soldiers and troops who have honorably served in the United States’ Armed Forces. From the front lines of war to the pillars of Intelligence and Administration (and everything in between), each person contributed to our Nation’s security and freedom. We salute our Veterans on this joyous occasion!

Did you know that our oldest living Military Veterans are from World War II? The top five oldest living Veterans are as follows;

Mollie Walker – 111 years old, United Kingdom

Lawrence Brooks – 111 years old, United States of America

Margaret Reed – 110 years old, United Kingdom

Julia Kabance – 110 years old, United States of America

Ezra Hill – 109 years old, United States of America

Read the full list and service affiliations here.

Today, American Legion Post 2001 will be distributing red poppies at our local Giant and Ashby Ponds. Please come out and support, or just give us a shout on social media.

At American Legion Post 2001, we unite as a family and take care of one another, especially during the 2020 pandemic. If you, a member of your family, or friends are interested in joining our Post, then please email adjutant@ashburnlegion.org for more information. We are welcoming new members!

2020 Veterans Day Picture and Essay Contest

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ATTENTION ARTISTS AND WRITERS! (CONTEST EXTENSION)

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 Monday, November 30th 2020.

Please email your submission to adjutant@ashburnlegion.org. Include the words PHOTO CONTEST in the subject heading. We will confirm email receipt and send you the photo release form for signature.

 The winners will be announced on Thursday, December 3, 2020.

 

1st Place – $100 Visa gift card + American Legion social media feature + certificate

2nd Place – $75 Visa gift card + social media mention.

3rd Place – $50 Visa gift card + social media mention.

 

Rules and Regulations

  1. Original photography preferred (.jpg, .png, or .pdf format).
  2. If re-purposing a non-original photo, please acquire appropriate permissions.
  3. If re-purposing a non-original photo, please add your own creative flare (looking for at least 90% originality).
  4. You may submit 1 photo or 1 consolidated photo collage.
  5. Photo can be in any color, combination of colors, or applicable filters.
  6. Photo must be emailed with a 200 – 500-word description of the photo/collage significance as it relates to Veterans Day. Microsoft Office document format.

 

*We reserve the right to partner with local media and promote the competition.