American Legion post 280 Virginia

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Governor Glenn Youngkin is pleased to announce the launch of the Virginia Veterans Network (VNN), a comprehensive online platform created by veterans for veterans. This site offers valuable resources including compensation, pension, and appeals; veterans and family support; education, transition, and employment; veteran care centers; veteran cemeteries; and the Virginia War Memorial.

Visit https://vesa.dvs.virginia.gov for details

Unit 280 President Shelia Sharp and Vice President Tracey Antley presented a check to the Hampton Roads chapter of the American Gold Star Mothers. This contribution will be used to support their Wreaths Across America initiative at the Hampton National Veteran's Cemetary. Thank you to the Unit for supporting this vital endeavor.

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Today members of Post 280 and Unit 280 attended the The Mayor's Commission on Veterans Affairs Veterans Day ceremony at Chesapeake City Hall. Our thanks to the Mayor, the Commission, and our guest speaker CAPT Janet, Days, Commanding Officer, Naval Station Norfolk, for their time and effort in producing this ceremony honoring all who served.

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Founded in 1919, the American Legion Auxiliary’s mission is to support The American Legion and to honor the sacrifice of those who serve by enhancing the lives of veterans, military and their families, both at home and abroad.

We wrapped up our final yard sale of the year. Thank you to everyone that made today's event a success.

Unit 280 provided “America the Beautiful" coloring books to 123 kindergarten students at Butts Road Primary today to help with the Veterans Day celebration. A big shout out to everyone who helped make this possible.
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We express gratitude to everyone who was able to participate in today's blood drive.

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Free dental care for Veterans without dental insurance on Saturday, November 16 from 8:00 AM-1:00 PM.

This will be in Hampton, Williamsburg, Norfolk, and Mechanicsville.

Thank you Morrison Dental Group.

Second District Prayer Breakfast will be held on November 16th at 0930 at American Legion Tidewater Post 327, Norfolk, Virginia.

Join us at City of Chesapeake Government for the annual Veterans Day celebration.

This afternoon American Legion Post 280 (Kevin Wilkinson) and Girl Scout Council of the Colonial Coast (GSCCC) Troop 382 (Victoria) teamed up to assist Mrs. Jeanne Jones with folding her husbands burial flag for display in his shadow box. It was a great opportunity to learn about TSGT Jones' career and the impact he made throughout his life.

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Here are some pictures from 2024 Department of Virginia Fall Conference.

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Hope everyone has a fun and safe night!

Halloween came early at American Legion Post 280! Thank you to everyone that supported the event!!

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October 26th marks the National Day of the Deployed. The day honors all servicemembers who have been deployed in the service of the United States. It also honors the sacrifices their families have made during deployments.

The Veterans Administration (VA) and Disabled American Veterans (DAV) will conduct a VA Claims Clinic and Benefit Information Session

Thursday, November 14, 2024 from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Location: NAACP King William Branch, Branch 7082
694 Sharon Rd. – Suite K King William, VA 23086

Topics of discussion will include: • Changes in VA Policy and Processes • Health Care Eligibility/ Caregivers Program • Women's Veterans Program • Burial and Memorial Benefits •

Veterans who are interested in filing a claim, please bring DD 214 and recent VA decision letter • ALL MILITARY VETERANS, SPOUSES, AND DEPENDENTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND.