Post 515 Douglas, Georgia
Post 515
Douglas, Georgia
About This Post
Post Namesake
Lester Smith - Army Private Lester Smith, 92nd Engineer General Services Regiment, was the first African American casualty of World War II from Douglas, Coffee County, Georgia. He enlisted on May 16, 1941, at Ft. Benning, Georgia. Smith died March ... READ MORE
Notable Members
Jasper McLean, Lonnie Samuel, Leroy McClelland, Jerome Loving, Alfalene Walker, Herman Hobbs.
What Makes this Post Unique
Named after the first African American casualty of World War II from Douglas, Coffee County, Georgia.
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History
History
9/11 Remembrance
HISTORY
2010
Community Wide 9/11 Remembrance in Douglas,GA
Sep 11, 2018
This event was sponsored by American Legion Post 515; hosted by Citizens Christian Academy; supported by the Coffee High School NJROTC, Hardee's Restaurant and City and County First Responders; attended by over 400 people, which included City and County Leaders, students and the general public.
2018 -2019 Legion Year Overview
Sep 11, 2018
MEMORANDUM FOR: Commander, The American Legion Department of Georgia, 3035 Mt. Zion Rd., Stockbridge, GA 30281
SUBJECT: Consolidated Post Report for Legion Year 2018 – 2019
This Consolidated Post Report is submitted to fully reflect the Legion Year of American Legion
Lester Smith Post 515, Inc. The 255-member strong Post has focused its goals and objectives on the four pillars of the American Legion which are reflected in the Consolidated Post Report for 2018-2019.
Veteran Affairs & Rehabilitation: ..
2020
Wreaths Across America
Mar 7, 2024
2023
Wreaths Across America 2023
Mar 7, 2024
Over 3,000 Veterans at 87 Cemeteries and locations in around Douglas and Coffee County GA.
June 2024- May 2025
May 2025
2024-25 was a year to remember. Highlights include efforts to learn more about the Post namesake, Private Lester Smith and the Post’s founder, Jasper McClean, Hurricane Helene, Community Christmas Outreach, Memorial Day Dedication, along with efforts to support local veterans and their families.
Private Lester Smith, Service Number 34061788, was the first African American casualty of World War II from Douglas, Coffee County, Georgia. He was one of 55 service members from Coffee County..
June 2024- May 2025
May 2025
2024-25 was a year to remember. Highlights include efforts to learn more about the Post namesake, Private Lester Smith and the Post’s founder, Jasper McClean, Hurricane Helene, Community Christmas Outreach, Memorial Day Dedication, along with efforts to support local veterans and their families.
Private Lester Smith, Service Number 34061788, was the first African American casualty of World War II from Douglas, Coffee County, Georgia. He was one of 55 service members from Coffee County..
Community Wide Back to School Supplies Giveaway
Aug 10, 2026
On August 10, 2026 the American Legion Post and Unit 515, with support from Wal-Mart Transportation, South Georgia Business Supplies, and the Law Office of Sarah Harrell LLC (Atlanta,GA law firm), hosted a Community Back to School Supply Giveaway from 6:00pm until 8:00pm. It was first come, first served; the General Public was invited. There were supplies to all grade levels. Hotdogs, chips, tea, lemonade, and water were served for free.
At least 50 children attended..
