At the March meeting, James Henry was recognized for 75-years of continuous membership in the American Legion.
Jim joined the Navy in 1946 on his 17th birthday. He completed his first enlistment on his 21st birthday, serving his entire enlistment as a minor. (Someone enlisted under these conditions was called a “Kiddie Cruiser”.)
When asked how he first joined the American Legion, Henry relates; “I was home on my Boot Camp leave and one of my buddies who had completed his time in the service invited me over to the Legion for a couple of beers. I joined the Legion then and I’ve been a member ever since.”
Congratulations Jim, and Thank You for your faithful membership.