Post 167 Tampa, Florida

Post 167

Tampa, Florida

Post 167 Tampa, Florida

About This Post

Post Namesake
Carmichael-Legree Herman Carmichael: Herman Carmichael enlisted in the United States Coast Guard on March 13, 1917 at Tampa, Florida and was received onboard the USS Tampa on the same day. He re-enlisted in the United States Coast Guard at sea ... READ MORE
Notable Members
Central Area Commander - Eunice Butts 2014-2015; 15th District Commander - Eunice Butts 2012-2014; Johnnie Campbell - 15th District Commander (he was also the first Commander of color).
What Makes this Post Unique
The Colored Veterans of the World Wars of the State of Florida was originally the Colored Auxiliary. They were sponsored by The U.S.S. Tampa, American Legion Post No. 5. This auxiliary group of veterans was known as Carmichael-Legree Unit 6. ... READ MORE

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HISTORY

1940

Post 167 Receives Temporary Charter

Jun 27, 1946
Post 167 Receives Temporary Charter
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Post 167 Receives Permanent Charter

May 3, 1948
Post 167 Receives Permanent Charter
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