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Yahoo
27-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Local veteran puts on Memorial Day flag display
LESTER, WV (WVNS) — One local Lester veteran has put on a truly dedicated Memorial Day display on his property. American Legion Post 100 to host Memorial Day commemoration in Monroe County Buckey Bowling, a Vietnam War veteran, has put out nearly two thousand American flags all over his property in honor of those veterans who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Bowling said it felt right to honor that sacrifice. 'They was the one that gave their sacrifice. They gave all they had. We gave some, those that made it back, but those that didn't make it back gave all,' said Bowling. Bowling himself lost his left leg in Vietnam and came home with shrapnel in his back. He said the inspiration behind the display was the loss of one of his best friends in Vietnam. Bowling said he wanted to honor his friend and every other West Virginia veteran who gave their all for their country. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
26-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
American Legion Post 100 to host Memorial Day commemoration in Monroe County
UNION, WV (WVNS) — A special Memorial Day commemoration will be held by American Legion Post 100 to honor military members that have laid down their lives in battle. According to a press release, the event will take place at the Monroe County Courthouse in Union on May 26, 2025, at 2:30 p.m. The yearly National Moment of Remembrance will close the commemoration at 3:00 p.m. Governor Morrisey orders flags flown at half staff on Memorial Day Members of the public are encouraged to take part in the important and solemn opportunity to honor military members that lost their lives in combat, the release noted. Veterans that desire to make remarks at the event or to lay wreaths should contact Post 100 by email, or reach out to Scott Womack by phone at 304-992-4405 or through Facebook. The American Legion is a nonpartisan organization open to veterans from any branch or period of service, including those currently enlisted. The organization's goal is to support veterans, their loved ones, promote patriotism, and bolster youth education. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
