Posts Tagged ‘Waterloo American Legion’
County gathers for those who gave everything
Decoration Day was first officially celebrated in 1868, though its origins can be traced back even further to a number of tributes and observances organized by communities wishing to recognize…
Read More‘Celebrate that they lived’
Monday proved to be a day both for mourning and celebration as folks gathered across Monroe County to recognize Memorial Day and honor those who gave their lives in service…
Read MoreWaterloo icon leaves legacy
Waterloo lost a much loved and familiar face last week with the passing of Roy J. May, a family man, longtime State Farm insurance agent, past American Legion commander, and…
Read MoreMemorial Day in Monroe County
While Memorial Day is a time to remember those who died in service to our country, local ceremonies Monday were a reminder that it is up to the living to…
Read MoreWaterloo family epitomizes sacrifice of war
In 1940, war raged in Europe. Across the Pacific, Japan was trying to establish an empire. America teetered on the brink of both wars, which would come together to create…
Read MoreMemorial Day message: Freedom isn’t free
While speakers and guests at Memorial Day services around the county came from each branch of the Armed Forces and fought in every war from World War II to Operation…
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