In 1953 all Marion discharged Korean War Veterans were honored, with a membership to the post and dinner was provided by the Auxiliary. Another 40 acres were purchased next to the swimming pool, to be known as “Legion Memorial Park”. Preparations began on plans for a Rodeo; money was raised by benefit dances, stags, and lunches. First year, 3 days attendance was 12,000. The 2nd and 3rd years were larger and were called “Fiesta Days”. There were parades and Queens. The Post 2nd remodeling was done to the front of the dance hall, new glass block front windows were installed and an outside stairway to the basement, a kitchen was added, paneling, all new bar equipment was purchased, pool tables and shuffle board were added. The post subscribed to the “Firing Line” gave copies to the Library and Marion school.

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