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This weekend you will begin to see Poppies all around Manhasset in preparation for National Poppy Day on May 28th and Memorial Day on May 31st.  Supervisor Judi Bosworth has joined in recognizing the many veterans who sacrificed their lives … Continue reading →

Samantha (Left) and Katharine (Right) socially distanced before the American Flag at Post 304 The American Legion Auxiliary Department of New York held its annual Mid-Winter Conference virtually on January 23rd.  On the same day, it held a virtual conference … Continue reading →

Make the Holidays Brighter for our Veterans – Become A Secret Soldier Santa   2020 American Legion Auxiliary Holiday Poster For several years, the American Legion Auxiliary has reached out to you for help in spreading holiday cheer to our veterans … Continue reading →

The American Legion Post 304 conducted a Veterans Day ceremony on November 11th at Mary Jane Davies Park in Manhasset.  Only the American Legion and American Legion Auxiliary were invited to attend because of the pandemic.   However, two Boy Scouts … Continue reading →

This Newsletter was created for your benefit and enjoyment during this period when we are still social distancing and wearing facemasks.  We hope you and your family are well and that we will soon be able to meet face-to-face.  Simply … Continue reading →

Please enjoy this Newsletter that was prepared specifically for this time when we are faced with the threat of Covid-19.  We hope you enjoy the information and find it beneficial to your time at home.  May you and your family … Continue reading →

This was a very different Memorial Day from those past.  Only one of Brian Kenny’s floats was present.  No marchers came down Plandome Road.  No bands played.  No small children waving American Flags adorned the Parade route.  As New York … Continue reading →

Our Unit again supported the Medal of Honor recipients who were scheduled to be hosted at a dinner specifically to celebrate their exceptionally brave heroism during various wars.  We had the privilege of recognizing Lieutenant Harvey Barnum and Sergeant Gary … Continue reading →

The Unit again invited the community to participate in its fundraising activity,”Make the Holidays Brighter for our Veterans.” The Manhasset Press helped to spread the word along with our Boy Scouts and Junior members.  There was a chill in the … Continue reading →

Unit 304 served as a sponsor for fundraising associated with the donation of wreaths and we distributed flyers at our 100th Anniversary event.  The Unit donated 15 wreaths to Wreaths Across America and members donated 8 wreaths which resulted in … Continue reading →