American Legion William McKinley Post 231 Commander Bernie Stegmueller speaks at the post’s Veterans Day ceremony on November 11, 2020.The American Legion William McKinley Post 231 commemorated the service of armed forces veterans with a ceremony and gunfire salute midday on Veterans Day, Wednesday, November 11, 2020, at the post headquarters at 1956 W. 35th St., Chicago.
Post Commander Bernie Stegmueller spoke at the ceremony and noted the significance of the service and sacrifice offered to the United States by its armed forces veterans.
The post, which is open to all former members of the armed forces, continues to provide food and beverage service for its constituency, following state and municipal regulations to ensure safety during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Post 231 representatives noted how new organization and volunteering has rejuvenated its membership and public-facing activities. For the holidays, Post 231 plans to share Thanksgiving food baskets with needy neighborhood families and send Santa on direct deliveries to households to make sure every neighborhood child has a gift for Christmas.
Local veterans who wish to connect for camaraderie and continued service through post activities are encouraged to visit the post at 1956 W. 35th St., learn more on Post 231’s Facebook page, and get in touch by calling (773) 254-4522 or sending email to alpost231chicago@gmail.com.
Log In to comment on this item.
Subscribe
Report
My comments