Post 19 Jennings, Louisiana
Post 19
Jennings, Louisiana
About This Post
Post Namesake
Captain James Oliphant Hall, United States Army, who died during service to his country in World War I (see timeline article dated May 29, 2016)
Notable Members
The Department-level M. C. “Mike” Gehr Blue Cap Award winners: 1999 - Darrell Landry; 2002 - Allen J. Medus, Jr.; 2012 - Samuel P. Doucet; 2015 - John W. Louviere, Jr.; 2017 - Glenn McFarlain; 2022 - James W. "Jimmy" ... READ MORE
What Makes this Post Unique
The Jennings American Legion Hospital (JALH) operated as an independent entity from 1952 to 2022. On April 1, 2022, JALH merged with Ochsner Health to become Ochsner American Legion Hospital. The Post still owns the facilities, but Ochsner Health is ... READ MORE
Photos
Article, March 2000 Edition, The American Legion Magazine
Article, February 2017 Edition, The American Legion Magazine
Charter for James O. Hall Post 19, Department of Louisiana
Application for Post of American Legion-James O. Hall Post 19
American Legion High School Awards Program
Past Commanders List
Headstone for James O. Hall
HISTORY
1910
Ward Davis Served During World War I
Aug 5, 1919
Ward Arthur Davis, one of the founding members of James O. Hall Post 19 of the American Legion-Department of Louisiana, was born on December 17, 1901 in Jennings, LA. He enlisted in the U. S. Army on June 15, 1918 and reported for duty at Jackson Barracks, Louisiana. He deployed for service in France on September 17, 1918. He served in the..
The Founding of James O. Hall Post 19
Sep 24, 1919
On September 24, 1919, 42 World War I veterans from Jefferson Davis Parish in Louisiana signed the Application for Post of American Legion. They were: Leon Alcock, Viron L. Barnhill, A. J. Bertrand, Otto Bollich, Eli G. Breaux, F. N. Cart, Howard B. Cary, Louis E. Cole, Ward A. Davis, Willard Demmon, Edward Fallect, Robert Frey, Marius Fuselier, John D. Hathorn, Israel L. Hebert, Clebert Hollier, Frederich A. Koll, Henry H, Koll, Peter W. Koll,..
1920
Post 19 Membership Awards
Dec 6, 1927
James O. Hall Post 19 of the American Legion, Department of Louisiana received a certificate for reaching 100% of its membership goal for 1927. Following this exemplary year, Post 19 has continued to take membership and recruitment seriously. The Post has Certificates of Achievement for reaching membership goals during the following additional calendar years: 1928, 1930, 1938, 1940, 1942, 1949, 1957, 1958 and 1959. We also have either plaques or certificates signifying reaching or exceeding..
1930
First Post 19 Commander Passes
Dec 28, 1932
Roy Smith Miller was one of the founding members of James O. Hall Post 19 of the American Legion, Department of Louisiana. He was also the first Commander of Post 19.
Roy was born on February 6, 1894 and he died on December 28, 1932. He is buried at Greenwood Cemetary in Jennings, LA. He..
1940
Post 19 Receives Certificate for Support Rendered During Louisiana Maneuvers
Sep 2, 1941
During the summer of 1941 Post 19 received a Certificate of Appreciation from Company E, 57th Quartermaster Regiment for the support the Post provided to Company E during the Louisiana Maneuvers of 1941.
During the summer of 1941 Post 19 received a Certificate of Appreciation from Company E, 57th Quartermaster Regiment for the support the Post provided to Company E during the Louisiana Maneuvers of 1941.
MSG Daly Williams Writes of Visit to Historic Moscow
Oct 5, 1944
Daly Williams was born in Opelousas, LA on September 26, 1916 and died in Jennings, LA on July 29, 2004. Aside from his military service, he spent most of his life in Jennings, LA. He graduated from Southwestern Louisiana Institute (now the University of Louisiana at Lafayette) in Lafayette, LA. He was nearly finished with his tour of duty in the..
Ward Davis Served During World War II
Dec 11, 1945
Ward Arthur Davis, one of the founding members of James O. Hall Post 19 of the American Legion-Department of Louisiana, was born on December 17, 1901 in Jennings, LA. He is a veteran of World War I (see timeline article dated August 5, 1919). Even though Ward had previously served in the armed forces of the United States during war, he volunteered to..
American Legion Baseball in Jennings
May 7, 1948
Jennings resident Dale Hotard recalls that the first season of American Legion baseball in Jennings started on, or about, May 7, 1948. He was a member of that first team. Dale played American Legion baseball for two years, and served as the team’s player-coach for the first year. It was tough going at first, with few resources. Many times they had to work hard to get rides to the away games. After Dale’s playing days..
Jennings resident Dale Hotard recalls that the first season of American Legion baseball in Jennings started on, or about, May 7, 1948. He was a member of that first team. Dale played American Legion baseball for two years, and served as the team’s player-coach for the first year. It was tough going at first, with few resources. Many times they had to work hard to get rides to the away games. After Dale’s playing days..
1950
History of Jennings American Legion Hospital
Apr 5, 1952
Allen J. Medus, Jr. is a 70-year member of the American Legion, spending most of that time as a member of Post 19. In the 2016 photo which is part of this article, Allen is standing in front of the Jennings American Legion Hospital campus. He was involved with the Jennings American Legion Hospital Board of Directors for 64 years and served as Secretary of the Board for over 43 years. He retired from the..
1960
Post 19 Commended for Support Provided During Hurricane Betsy
Jul 24, 1966
On July 24, 1966 the Post received a Special Distinguished Service Certificate from the Louisiana Disaster Relief Fund for support rendered in the aftermath of Hurricane Betsy.
On July 24, 1966 the Post received a Special Distinguished Service Certificate from the Louisiana Disaster Relief Fund for support rendered in the aftermath of Hurricane Betsy.
1970
American Legion High School Awards Program
May 16, 1977
Post 19 has, for many years, sponsored the American Legion School Awards Program at area high schools during those schools’ graduation ceremonies. Post 19 Legionnaire Glenn Doherty chaired this esteemed young adult recognition program from 1977 to 2003, and he made sure the awards were presented starting on May 16, 1977. Normally one boy and one girl preparing to graduate from Jennings and Hathaway High Schools are selected by their peers to receive the prestigious..
1980
American Legion Post 19 Meeting Hall
Oct 6, 1981
On October 6, 1981 our post membership moved into a new meeting hall, which still serves as the Legion Post’s home today. A photo of the Post hall is on display with this article.
When the Post commenced activities in 1919, the members initially met at the meeting venue of Knights of Columbus Council 2012 from Our Lady Help of Christians Parish in Jennings. The venue was located on the 2nd floor of the Roberts Building,..
1990
Diamond Jubilee Certificate of Recognition
Mar 15, 1994
On March 15, 1994 the Post received a Diamond Jubilee Certificate of Recognition from the National Headquarters of the American Legion in honor of 75 years of continuous service operating as an American Legion Post.
On March 15, 1994 the Post received a Diamond Jubilee Certificate of Recognition from the National Headquarters of the American Legion in honor of 75 years of continuous service operating as an American Legion Post.
Certificate of Appreciation-Alexandria VA Medical Center
Mar 14, 1999
On March 14, 1999 the Post received a Certificate of Appreciation from Alexandria, Louisiana Veterans Administration Medical Center in recognition of the Post’s tremendous support of Veterans under care at the Medical Center.
On March 14, 1999 the Post received a Certificate of Appreciation from Alexandria, Louisiana Veterans Administration Medical Center in recognition of the Post’s tremendous support of Veterans under care at the Medical Center.
2000
Unit 19, American Legion Ladies Auxiliary
Jan 11, 2003
Unit 19 of the American Legion Ladies Auxiliary, Department of Louisiana, from Jennings received their charter on January 11, 2003. The founding members of the unit were: Margie R. Morrish, President; Deborah Fern Hebert, Secretary; Mary L. Redlich, Treasurer; and Dorothy G. Hicks, Desiree H. Dupuis, Lois G. Benoit, Ella Mae Richard, Jean W. Alcock, Marguerite J. Legros, Darci L. Landry and Rosaline B. Ryan.
The Unit conducts an ice cream social every month at the..
Certificate of Appreciation for Support of Korean War Veterans
Aug 5, 2003
On August 5, 2003 the Post received a Certificate of Appreciation from the United States Secretary of Defense in recognition of the Post’s support of activities honoring the Veterans of the Korean War.
On August 5, 2003 the Post received a Certificate of Appreciation from the United States Secretary of Defense in recognition of the Post’s support of activities honoring the Veterans of the Korean War.
Educator of the Year
Jul 6, 2004
Over the years Post 19 has recognized and nominated area teachers for the American Legion Educator of the Year Awards at the 7th District and Department-level. On June 5, 2004, Cindy Cart from Hathaway High School won the American Legion Department of Louisiana Educator of the Year Award. She is the only Post 19 nominee ever to win this outstanding state-level award. The photo shows past Post Commander and Chairman of the Post Education &..
Over the years Post 19 has recognized and nominated area teachers for the American Legion Educator of the Year Awards at the 7th District and Department-level. On June 5, 2004, Cindy Cart from Hathaway High School won the American Legion Department of Louisiana Educator of the Year Award. She is the only Post 19 nominee ever to win this outstanding state-level award. The photo shows past Post Commander and Chairman of the Post Education &..
American Legion Post 19 Honor Guard
Aug 11, 2004
In 2004 past Post Commander Sam Doucet organized a group of volunteers from the post to form an Honor Guard in order to render military honors to deceased veterans from Jefferson Davis Parish. The first military honors rendered by the Honor Guard were for Louis Crader on August 11, 2004. Religious services were conducted at Matthews & Son Funeral Home in Jennings, with burial honors performed at Istre Cemetery in Mermentau.
Since its inception, the Honor..
Certificate of Appreciation-Louisiana National Guard Unit
Aug 2, 2005
In 2005 the Post received a Certificate of Appreciation from the 3rd Battalion, 156th Infantry of the Louisiana Army National Guard in recognition of the Post’s support of the Battalion during the Battalion’s deployments.
In 2005 the Post received a Certificate of Appreciation from the 3rd Battalion, 156th Infantry of the Louisiana Army National Guard in recognition of the Post’s support of the Battalion during the Battalion’s deployments.
Certificate of Appreciation for Post’s Honor Guard
Sep 6, 2005
Also in 2005 the American Legion Post 19 Honor Guard received a Certificate of Appreciation from the National Headquarters of the American Legion in order to acknowledge the Honor Guard’s great works in providing military honors at the funerals of military veterans.
Also in 2005 the American Legion Post 19 Honor Guard received a Certificate of Appreciation from the National Headquarters of the American Legion in order to acknowledge the Honor Guard’s great works in providing military honors at the funerals of military veterans.
2010
Law Enforcement Officer of the Year
Aug 10, 2012
On August 10, 2012 the Post coordinated with Police Chief Todd D'Albor of the Jennings Police Department in order to allow Post 19 to sponsor the Police Officer of the Year Award for the city of Jennings. The award recipient would then be nominated by the Post for Law Enforcement Officer of the Year Awards at 7th District, Department (State-level) and National level. The following Police Officers have been recognized over the years since 2012:
2012 -..
Firefighter of the Year
Aug 16, 2012
On August 16, 2012 the Post coordinated with Fire Chief Hulin Theriot of the Jennings Fire Department in order to allow Post 19 to sponsor the Firefighter of the Year Award for the city of Jennings. The award recipient would then be nominated by the Post for Firefighter of the Year Awards at 7th District, Department (State-level) and National level. The following firefighters have been recognized over the years since 2012:
2012 - Cedric Gary (also won..
Citizen of the Year
Aug 22, 2012
On August 22, 2012 the Post coordinated with Cynthia Hoffpauir of the Jeff Davis Chamber of Commerce ( which was then the Jeff Davis Business Alliance) in order to allow Post 19 to sponsor the Chamber's Jefferson Davis Parish Citizen of the Year as the Post’s nominee for American Legion Citizen of the Year Awards at 7th District, Department (State-level) and National level. Starting in 2017, Post 19 entered into an agreement to nominate the..
Post 19 Donates to Jennings American Legion Hospital
Jan 8, 2013
On January 8, 2013, Post 19 donated money to Jennings American Legion Hospital (JALH) to fund a barbecue for hospital employees in order to show appreciation for the efforts of the hospital staff, physicians, volunteers and contract service personnel. The photo for this article shows, from left to right, Post 19 members Allen J. Medus, Jr. and Glenn McFarlain presenting the donation to Jennings American Legion Hospital Executives Dana Williams (Chief Executive Officer) and Keith..
On January 8, 2013, Post 19 donated money to Jennings American Legion Hospital (JALH) to fund a barbecue for hospital employees in order to show appreciation for the efforts of the hospital staff, physicians, volunteers and contract service personnel. The photo for this article shows, from left to right, Post 19 members Allen J. Medus, Jr. and Glenn McFarlain presenting the donation to Jennings American Legion Hospital Executives Dana Williams (Chief Executive Officer) and Keith..
Post 19 and Jennings American Legion Hospital Fund Scholarships
Feb 5, 2013
On February 5, 2013, Post 19 began funding a scholarship each year to a Certified Nursing Assistant student at the Morgan Smith Campus of SOWELA in Jennings. In exchange for the post funding the scholarship, the recipient agrees to be employed by either the Jennings American Legion Hospital or the Southwest Louisiana Veterans Home for a period of one year. Over the years the Jennings American Legion Hospital, with the full support of the Post,..
On February 5, 2013, Post 19 began funding a scholarship each year to a Certified Nursing Assistant student at the Morgan Smith Campus of SOWELA in Jennings. In exchange for the post funding the scholarship, the recipient agrees to be employed by either the Jennings American Legion Hospital or the Southwest Louisiana Veterans Home for a period of one year. Over the years the Jennings American Legion Hospital, with the full support of the Post,..
Post 19 Scrapbook Awards
Jun 8, 2013
Post 19 has submitted its Post Scrapbook to Department of Louisiana Headquarters for consideration for Department-level awards. The Post received the 1st place award for its scrapbook on June 8, 2013. For 2013, 2014 and 2015, Department Headquarters presented 1st, 2nd and 3rd place awards in the scrapbook category. In 2016, only the 1st place scrapbook received an award. Our Post has fared very well in this category:
2013 - 1st Place;
2014 - 3rd Place;
2015 -..
Post 19 Nominee Selected as Department Law Enforcement Officer of the Year
Jun 7, 2014
On June 7, 2014 Police Communications Officer Peaches Guidry of the Jennings Police Department received the Law Enforcement Officer of the Year from the American Legion Department of Louisiana. As a communications officer, she has the ultimate task of taking calls from citizens who are going through some of the most difficult times in their lives. Her Police Chief, Todd D'Albor, said of her, “Guidry is the calming voice on the other end of that..
On June 7, 2014 Police Communications Officer Peaches Guidry of the Jennings Police Department received the Law Enforcement Officer of the Year from the American Legion Department of Louisiana. As a communications officer, she has the ultimate task of taking calls from citizens who are going through some of the most difficult times in their lives. Her Police Chief, Todd D'Albor, said of her, “Guidry is the calming voice on the other end of that..
Post 19 Members Earn Department Media Awards
Jun 7, 2014
Since 2014, our Post Commander has nominated our Post Publicity Chairman for consideration of an award at the Department-level. The category is for Outstanding Post Publicity Chairman in the state of Louisiana. John W. Louviere, Jr. won the 2nd place award in this category on June 7, 2014. Over the years, the Post has fared well in this area:
2014 - John W. Louviere, Jr. (2nd Place)
2015 - John W. Louviere, Jr. (2nd Place)
2016 - Glenn..
Post 19 Member Earns 70-Year Membership Award
Feb 2, 2016
At the February 2, 2016 meeting of James O. Hall Post 19 of the American Legion, Department of Louisiana, Allen J. Medus, Jr. received a 70-year membership Award from American Legion headquarters. He has spent most of that time as a member of Post 19. He is a United States Marine Corps veteran of the Asiatic-Pacific Theater of Operations during World War II who participated in 3 major campaigns: Guadalcanal, Tarawa and Saipan. He was..
At the February 2, 2016 meeting of James O. Hall Post 19 of the American Legion, Department of Louisiana, Allen J. Medus, Jr. received a 70-year membership Award from American Legion headquarters. He has spent most of that time as a member of Post 19. He is a United States Marine Corps veteran of the Asiatic-Pacific Theater of Operations during World War II who participated in 3 major campaigns: Guadalcanal, Tarawa and Saipan. He was..
The Story of James O. Hall
May 29, 2016
This article appeared in the May 29, 2016 edition (the day before Memorial Day) of the Jennings Daily News:
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Post 19 of the American Legion, Department of Louisiana, is named after Captain James Oliphant Hall, United State Army. The photo for this article shows Hall as a First Lieutenant. The information about CPT Hall was gleaned from the October 3, 1918 and October 8, 1918 editions of The Jennings Daily Times-Record. CPT Hall was born on..
Post 19 Conducts Flag Retirement Ceremony
Jun 14, 2016
On June 14, 2016 at the Southwest Louisiana Veterans Home in Jennings, members of the Honor guard from James O. Hall Post 19 in Jennings, assisted by Boy Scout Troop 59 from Hathaway, conducted a Flag Retirement Ceremony. During the event, ceremony participants examined the worn flags, offered prayers, and sounded the bugle call “To The Colors” prior to properly disposing of the flags in a dignified and respectful manner by burning. Post 19 has..
On June 14, 2016 at the Southwest Louisiana Veterans Home in Jennings, members of the Honor guard from James O. Hall Post 19 in Jennings, assisted by Boy Scout Troop 59 from Hathaway, conducted a Flag Retirement Ceremony. During the event, ceremony participants examined the worn flags, offered prayers, and sounded the bugle call “To The Colors” prior to properly disposing of the flags in a dignified and respectful manner by burning. Post 19 has..
Boys State and Girls State
Jun 26, 2016
From June 26 to July 2, 2016, Boys State and Girls State for the American Legion, Department of Louisiana at Northwestern State University in Natchitoches, LA. Post 19 sponsored two individuals from Hathaway High School, Macie R. Turgeon (Girls State) and Gage A. Bouley (Boys State). In addition, Unit 19 of the American Legion Ladies Auxiliary sponsored Reagan Edwards from Jennings High School. Over the years the Post and the Unit have sponsored High School..
From June 26 to July 2, 2016, Boys State and Girls State for the American Legion, Department of Louisiana at Northwestern State University in Natchitoches, LA. Post 19 sponsored two individuals from Hathaway High School, Macie R. Turgeon (Girls State) and Gage A. Bouley (Boys State). In addition, Unit 19 of the American Legion Ladies Auxiliary sponsored Reagan Edwards from Jennings High School. Over the years the Post and the Unit have sponsored High School..
Post 19 Nominee Selected as Department Citizen of the Year
Jul 5, 2016
During the July meeting of James O. Hall Post 19 of the American Legion, Department of Louisiana, Department Commander (state commander) Rudy Bourg (right of plaque) presented the Department’s Citizen of the Year Award to Heloise Cassidy (left of plaque) as the Legion’s outstanding citizen for the state of Louisiana. During the presentation, Heloise was surrounded by her children, grandchildren, sister and nephew. Heloise was named the Jefferson Davis Parish Citizen of the Year in..
During the July meeting of James O. Hall Post 19 of the American Legion, Department of Louisiana, Department Commander (state commander) Rudy Bourg (right of plaque) presented the Department’s Citizen of the Year Award to Heloise Cassidy (left of plaque) as the Legion’s outstanding citizen for the state of Louisiana. During the presentation, Heloise was surrounded by her children, grandchildren, sister and nephew. Heloise was named the Jefferson Davis Parish Citizen of the Year in..
Post 19 Submits History to American Legion Centennial Celebration Web Page
Oct 29, 2016
On October 29, 2016 the post history for James O. Hall Post 19 of the American Legion, Department of Louisiana, was posted at the American Legion Centennial Celebration website. The historical narrative was compiled by Post 19 Historian Glenn McFarlain. He received input and assistance from the following people and sources: Harriet Shultz (Director, Jennings Carnegie Public Library), Dr. Linda LeBert-Corbello (Director, Jefferson Davis Parish Library), Matt Farlow (Adjutant, American Legion Department of Louisiana), Allen..
On October 29, 2016 the post history for James O. Hall Post 19 of the American Legion, Department of Louisiana, was posted at the American Legion Centennial Celebration website. The historical narrative was compiled by Post 19 Historian Glenn McFarlain. He received input and assistance from the following people and sources: Harriet Shultz (Director, Jennings Carnegie Public Library), Dr. Linda LeBert-Corbello (Director, Jefferson Davis Parish Library), Matt Farlow (Adjutant, American Legion Department of Louisiana), Allen..
American Legion Auxiliary Unit 19 Conducts Poppy Drive
Nov 11, 2016
On November 11, 2016 Unit 19 of the American Legion Ladies Auxiliary from Jennings conducted their annual Poppy Drive. In the photo, Unit 19 President Trudy Born, assisted by Darrell Landry from James O. Hall Post 19 of the American Legion from Jennings, is shown collecting donations at the entrance to the Walmart Supercenter in Jennings. Donations were also collected at the locations of Piggly Wiggly and Hanson Super Foods, both in Jennings. Unit members..
On November 11, 2016 Unit 19 of the American Legion Ladies Auxiliary from Jennings conducted their annual Poppy Drive. In the photo, Unit 19 President Trudy Born, assisted by Darrell Landry from James O. Hall Post 19 of the American Legion from Jennings, is shown collecting donations at the entrance to the Walmart Supercenter in Jennings. Donations were also collected at the locations of Piggly Wiggly and Hanson Super Foods, both in Jennings. Unit members..
Zigler Legacy Award Presented To Post 19
Jan 26, 2017
During the Jeff Davis Chamber of Commerce Annual Awards Banquet and Soiree’ conducted at the Grand Marais ballroom in Jennings on January 26, 2017, the Fred B. and Ruth B. Zigler Legacy Award was presented to James O. Hall Post 19 of the American Legion, Department of Louisiana. Accepting the award on the Post’s behalf were the following Post members, shown in the photo in order from left to right: Terry Duhon, Post Commander Matthew..
During the Jeff Davis Chamber of Commerce Annual Awards Banquet and Soiree’ conducted at the Grand Marais ballroom in Jennings on January 26, 2017, the Fred B. and Ruth B. Zigler Legacy Award was presented to James O. Hall Post 19 of the American Legion, Department of Louisiana. Accepting the award on the Post’s behalf were the following Post members, shown in the photo in order from left to right: Terry Duhon, Post Commander Matthew..
70-year American Legion Membership Certificate Awarded To Judge Marcantel
Mar 7, 2017
During the March 7, 2017 meeting of James O. Hall Post 19 of the American Legion from Jennings, Post Commander Matthew Duhon (on right in photo) presented a 70-Year American Legion Membership Certificate to Judge Bernard N. Marcantel (left). Judge Marcantel was born in 1923 in Oberlin, Louisiana. He is a World War II veteran who served in the United States Army from 1942-1946, in the European Theater of Operations. He received his Bachelor of..
During the March 7, 2017 meeting of James O. Hall Post 19 of the American Legion from Jennings, Post Commander Matthew Duhon (on right in photo) presented a 70-Year American Legion Membership Certificate to Judge Bernard N. Marcantel (left). Judge Marcantel was born in 1923 in Oberlin, Louisiana. He is a World War II veteran who served in the United States Army from 1942-1946, in the European Theater of Operations. He received his Bachelor of..
American Legion Auxiliary Unit 19 Conducts Ice Cream Social
Mar 15, 2017
Every month the members of Unit 19 of the American Legion Ladies Auxiliary, Department of Louisiana, from Jennings conducts an “Ice Cream Social” for the residents of the Southwest Louisiana Veterans Home in Jennings. For the social conducted on March 15, 2017 the ladies in the photo participated in the activity, and are listed from left to right: Ella Mae Richard, Hilda Broussard,..
Jennings National Guard Unit Activated and Served in World War I
May 28, 2017
On May 28, 2017, on the eve of Memorial Day 2017, the following article was published by the Jennings Daily News:
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Post 19 of the American Legion, Department of Louisiana, was founded by a group of World War I veterans from Jefferson Davis Parish. Seven of the 42 founding members of the Post were members of the First Separate Troop, Louisiana Cavalry, of the National Guard: Roy S. Miller, Robert B. Ricker, Louis E. Cole, Harry..
Post 19 Nominee is 2017 Department Law Enforcement Officer Of The Year
Jun 10, 2017
During the American Legion Department of Louisiana Convention held in Alexandria, LA from June 8-11, Officer Trevor Bullock (center) of the Jennings Police Department received the American Legion Department of Louisiana (state-level) Law Enforcement Officer of the Year Award. Officer Bullock was nominated for the Award by the Jennings Police Department, James O. Hall Post 19 from Jennings, and the American Legion Department of Louisiana 7th District. Presenting the award were Department Commander (state president)..
During the American Legion Department of Louisiana Convention held in Alexandria, LA from June 8-11, Officer Trevor Bullock (center) of the Jennings Police Department received the American Legion Department of Louisiana (state-level) Law Enforcement Officer of the Year Award. Officer Bullock was nominated for the Award by the Jennings Police Department, James O. Hall Post 19 from Jennings, and the American Legion Department of Louisiana 7th District. Presenting the award were Department Commander (state president)..
Louviere is Department's Outstanding Post Publicity Chairman for 2017
Jun 10, 2017
During the American Legion Department of Louisiana Convention held in Alexandria, LA from June 8-11, John W. Louviere, Jr. (center) from James O. Hall Post 19 in Jennings received the award for being the Outstanding Post Publicity Chairman in the state for 2016-17. Presenting the award were Department Commander (state president) Rudy Bourg (left) and Terry Sharp (right), Department Chairman of the Commission on Media and Communication. Louviere is a past Commander of Post 19..
During the American Legion Department of Louisiana Convention held in Alexandria, LA from June 8-11, John W. Louviere, Jr. (center) from James O. Hall Post 19 in Jennings received the award for being the Outstanding Post Publicity Chairman in the state for 2016-17. Presenting the award were Department Commander (state president) Rudy Bourg (left) and Terry Sharp (right), Department Chairman of the Commission on Media and Communication. Louviere is a past Commander of Post 19..
Post 19 Nominee Selected As Department Firefighter Of The Year
Jun 10, 2017
At the American Legion Department of Louisiana Convention held in Alexandria from June 8 to 11, Firefighter and Safety Officer Shawn O’Quinn of the Jennings Fire Department was recognized as the American Legion Department of Louisiana (state-level) Firefighter of the Year. He was nominated for this state-level award by the Jennings Fire Department, James O. Hall Post 19, and the Department of Louisiana 7th District. Shawn was a Junior Firefighter as a member of Boy..
At the American Legion Department of Louisiana Convention held in Alexandria from June 8 to 11, Firefighter and Safety Officer Shawn O’Quinn of the Jennings Fire Department was recognized as the American Legion Department of Louisiana (state-level) Firefighter of the Year. He was nominated for this state-level award by the Jennings Fire Department, James O. Hall Post 19, and the Department of Louisiana 7th District. Shawn was a Junior Firefighter as a member of Boy..
Post 19 Nominee is 2017 Department Blue Cap Award Honoree
Jun 11, 2017
During the American Legion Department of Louisiana Convention held in Alexandria, LA from June 8-11, Glenn McFarlain (left) from James O. Hall Post 19 in Jennings received the Department (state-level) M. C. “Mike” Gehr Blue Cap Award in recognition of outstanding activities and time so generously given in promoting the programs of the American Legion. Presenting the award were Department honored guest Laura Clark (center) and Eugene “Skip” Pellegrin (right), President of the M. C...
During the American Legion Department of Louisiana Convention held in Alexandria, LA from June 8-11, Glenn McFarlain (left) from James O. Hall Post 19 in Jennings received the Department (state-level) M. C. “Mike” Gehr Blue Cap Award in recognition of outstanding activities and time so generously given in promoting the programs of the American Legion. Presenting the award were Department honored guest Laura Clark (center) and Eugene “Skip” Pellegrin (right), President of the M. C...
Ardoin Receives 70-year American Legion Membership Certificate
Mar 6, 2018
During the March meeting of James O. Hall Post 19 of the American Legion, Department of Louisiana in Jennings, Post Commander Matthew Duhon (right) presented a 70-year American Legion Membership Certificate to Amos Ardoin (left). Amos was born and raised in Lacassine, and is a proud graduate of Lacassine High School. He served in the U. S. Navy from 1945 to..
Post 19 Blue Cap Recipients Recognized
May 1, 2018
During the May meeting of James O. Hall Post 19 of the American Legion, Department of Louisiana, in Jennings, 7th District Commander (oversees 35 American Legion posts in 8 parishes) A. J. Jones (left) and American Legion Department of Louisiana Commander (State Commander) Rodney Holliday (2nd from left) recognized the 5 Legion members from Post 19 who have received..
Post 19 Receives 2018 Membershop Award
May 1, 2018
During the May meeting of James O. Hall Post 19 of the American Legion, Department of Louisiana, in Jennings, 7th District Commander (oversees 35 American Legion posts in 8 parishes) A. J. Jones (left) and American Legion Department of Louisiana Commander (State Commander) Rodney Holliday (right) presented a Department-level Membership Award to Post 19 because the Post attained 100 percent of its membership..
Post 19 Nominee Named American Legion State LEOOY
Jun 9, 2018
During the American Legion Department of Louisiana State Convention held in Alexandria from June 7-10, Lieutenant Michael T Janise (center) of the Jennings Police Department received the American Legion State Law Enforcement Officer of the Year Award. Presenting the award were State Commander Rodney Holliday (right) and Tina Cielatka (left) of the Commission on National Security & Governmental Affairs. Lieutenant Janise is a..
Post 19 Receives American Legion State Multimedia Award
Jun 9, 2018
During the American Legion Department of Louisiana State Convention held in Alexandria from June 7-10, Glenn McFarlain (center) of James O. Hall Post 19 of the American Legion from Jennings accepted on his Post’s behalf the State Multimedia Award (Division 3). Presenting the award were State Commander Rodney Holliday (right) and Terry Sharp (left) of the Commission on Media & Communication. The Post..
Navarre Earns American Legion State FFOY Award
Jun 12, 2018
On June 12, 2018, Johnny Navarre (right) of the Jennings Fire Department received his award for being named the 2018 American Legion State Firefighter of the Year. Presenting the award were Jennings Fire Chief Hulin Theriot (left) and Post Commander-Elect Horace Naquin (center) of James O. Hall Post 19 of the American Legion from Jennings. Navarre was recognized during the American Legion Department..
American Legion Post 19 Pays Tribute To Its Namesake
Oct 2, 2018
On October 2, 2018 American Legion Post 19, Department of Louisiana, from Jennings conducted a memorial service at the gravesite of its namesake, Captain James O. Hall, who made the supreme sacrifice for his country on October 2, 1918, during World War I, 100 years ago on this date. CPT Hall is buried at Greenwood Cemetery..
Post 19 Wins 2 State Level Media Awards
Jun 8, 2019
During the 101st Annual Convention of the American Legion Department of Louisiana, which was held in Alexandria, LA from June 6-9 , Department (State) Commander Rickey Griffin (right) presented to Horace Naquin (second from right), Commander of James O. Hall American Legion Post 19 from Jennings, the award for Outstanding Post Scrapbook in the State for Posts with a membership under 300. Also pictured are State Vice Commanders Byron Comeaux (left)..
Hulin Theriot Selected American Legion State Firefighter Of The Year
Jun 8, 2019
During the 101st Annual Convention of the American Legion Department of Louisiana, which was held in Alexandria on June 8, Retired Chief Hulin Theriot (left) of the Jennings Fire Department was recognized as the American Legion State Firefighter of the Year. Theriot was not able to attend the convention because of medical issues, so Horace Naquin (right), James O. Hall American..
Post 19 Installs Officers for 2019-20
Jul 2, 2019
During the July 2, 2019 meeting of James O. Hall Post 19 of the American Legion from Jennings, Department Commander (State Commander) Byron Comeaux (left) installed the Post Officers for 2019-20. They are, from left to right: Horace Naquin – Commander; Mike Sanchez – Vice Commander; Darrell Landry – Adjutant; Jimmy Richert – Finance Officer/Treasurer; Glenn McFarlain – Historian; Grace Dalton – Chaplain; Charles..
Story of Post 19 Founding Member Leon Alcock
Sep 1, 2019
This story is about Leon Merle Alcock, a founding member of James O. Hall Post 19 of the American Legion, Department of Louisiana. He signed the Application for Post of American Legion on September 24, 1919. The Application..
Story of Post 19 Founding Member Roy S. Miller
Sep 2, 2019
This story is about Roy Smith Miller, a founding member of James O. Hall Post 19 of the American Legion, Department of Louisiana. He signed the Application for Post of American Legion on September 24, 1919. The Application was approved on October 10, 1919,..
Story of Post 19 Founding Member Israel L. Hebert
Sep 3, 2019
This story is about Israel Lessin Hebert, a founding member of James O. Hall Post 19 of the American Legion, Department of Louisiana. He signed the..
Story of Post 19 Founding Member Ward A. Davis
Sep 4, 2019
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This story is about Ward Arthur Davis (shown in his World War I uniform), a founding member of James O. Hall Post 19 of the American Legion, Department of Louisiana. He signed the Application for Post of American Legion on September 24, 1919. The Application was approved on October 10, 1919, which is considered the founding day of the Post.
The Story of Post 19 Founding Member Earl C. Miller
Sep 5, 2019
This story is about Earl Christain Miller, a founding member of James O. Hall Post 19 of the American Legion, Department of Louisiana. He signed the Application for Post of American Legion on September 24, 1919. The Application..
James O. Hall Post 19 Celebrates 100 Years
Oct 15, 2019
Members of James O. Hall Post 19 of the American Legion, Department of Louisiana, from Jennings were present when Jennings Mayor Henry Guinn signed a proclamation recognizing October 10, 2019 as American Legion Post 19 Centennial Day. The official founding date for the Post is October 10, 1919. Those Post 19 members present for the signing included (and are listed in no particular..
American Legion Post 19 Conducts Centennial Celebration
Oct 26, 2019
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James O. Hall Post 19 of the American Legion, Department of Louisiana, from Jennings conducted their Centennial Celebration Ceremony on Saturday, October 26 at Founders Park in Jennings in order to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Post’s founding on October 10, 1919. Post Commander Horace Naquin was the Master of Ceremonies for the event.
Post 19 Honor Guard Participates in Welsh Veterans Day Ceremony
Nov 11, 2019
On Veterans Day, November 11, 2019, Welsh High School (WHS) and Welsh Elementary School (WES) conducted their annual Veterans Day Ceremony at the Welsh High School Gymnasium.
The Honor Guard from James O. Hall American Legion Post from Jennings, LA posted the colors to begin the ceremony. Then, Cody Gueringer and Chelsey..
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Bergeaux Named 2020 American Legion State LEOOY
Jun 19, 2021
During the 2021 American Legion Department of Louisiana (State-level) Convention held in Alexandria from June 17-20, Sergeant Blake Bergeaux (left) of the Jennings Police Department was recognized at the 2019-2020 Department of Louisiana (State-level) Law Enforcement Officer of the Year. Bergeaux was nominated for the Award by Post 19 from Jennings and by the Department of Louisiana 7th District. Shown presenting the award is the Department of Louisiana..
Mendoza Is 2021 American Legion State LEOOY
Jun 19, 2021
During the 2021 American Legion Department of Louisiana (State-level) Convention held in Alexandria from June 17-20, Officer Eduardo Mendoza (left) of the Jennings Police Department was recognized at the 2020-2021 Department of Louisiana (State-level) Law Enforcement Officer of the Year. Mendoza was nominated for the Award by Post 19 from Jennings and by the Department of Louisiana 7th District. Shown presenting the award is the Department of Louisiana..
Post 19 Earns American Legion State Media Awards
Jun 19, 2021
During the 2021 American Legion Department of Louisiana (State-level) Convention held in Alexandria from June 17-20 Department Commander Byron Comeaux (right), Department Vice Commander A. J. Jones (left), and Medial and Communication Commission Chairman Lynette Blanchard (2nd from right) presented several Department Media and Communications Awards to James O. Hall Post 19 from Jennings. Accepting the awards for Post 19 was Glenn McFarlain (2nd from left). ..
Courville is 2020 American Legion State FFOY
Jun 19, 2021
During the 2021 American Legion Department of Louisiana (State-level) Convention held in Alexandria from June 17-20, Department Commander Byron Comeaux (right), Department Vice Commander A. J. Jones (left), and National Security Commission Chairman Johnny Square (2nd from right) presented the 2019-2020 Department of Louisiana Firefighter of the Year Award to Coty Courville (2nd from left) from the Jennings Fire Department. Courville was nominated for the Award by Post..
Navarre Named 2021 American Legion State FFOY
Jun 19, 2021
During the 2021 American Legion Department of Louisiana (State-level) Convention held in Alexandria from June 17-20, Department Commander Byron Comeaux (right), Department Vice Commander A. J. Jones (left), and National Security Commission Chairman Johnny Square (2nd from right) presented the 2020-2021 Department of Louisiana Firefighter of the Year Award to Ashley Navarre (2nd from left) from the Jennings Fire Department. Navarre was nominated for the Award by Post..
Dartez –Williams Named State Citizen of the Year
Jun 4, 2022
During the American Legion Department of Louisiana Convention (state-level meeting) held in Alexandria from June 2-5, Ella Dartez-Williams (center) was named the American Legion Citizen of the Year for Louisiana. Shown presenting the award is American Legion Department (state) Commander Richard Bell (left) and National Security Commission Chairman Johnny Square (right). Mrs. Dartez-Williams was a thirty-four year employee with the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury (CPPJ) – Calcasieu Business..
Vasseur Honored as State Firefighter of the Year
Jun 4, 2022
During the American Legion Department of Louisiana Convention (state-level meeting) held in Alexandria from June 2-5, Retired Fire Chief Bobby Vasseur (center) from the Jennings Fire Department was named the American Legion Firefighter of the Year for the state of Louisiana. Shown presenting the award is American Legion Department (state) Commander Richard Bell (left) and National Security Commission Chairman Johnny Square (right).
Bobby was associated with the Jennings Fire Department..
Post 19 Wins State Media Awards
Jun 4, 2022
During the American Legion Department of Louisiana Convention (state-level meeting) held in Alexandria from June 2-5, Chairperson of the Department Media and Communication Commission Lynette Blanchard (left) and Department Commander Richard Bell (center) recognized James O. Hall Post 19 of the American Legion in Jennings for winning two state-level Media and Communications Awards. Post Publicity Chairman..
Richert Named American Legion Outstanding Legionnaire
Jun 5, 2022
During the American Legion Department of Louisiana Convention (state-level meeting) held in Alexandria from June 2-5, James W. “Jimmy” Richert, Jr. (second from right) from James O. Hall Post 19 of the American Legion in Jennings was presented the M. C. “Mike” Gehr Blue Cap Award as the outstanding Legionnaire in the state of Louisiana among Legion members who have never served in an elective office above Post level. Shown presenting the award are,..
Post 19 earns Louisiana State Multimedia Awards
Jun 10, 2023
During the American Legion Department of Louisiana (state-level) Convention held at the Best Western Convention Center in Alexandria from June 8-11, 2023, Commission on Media and Communications Chairman Lynette Blanchard (left) and Department Commander Allen Dunn (right) presented the Department’s Outstanding Post Scrapbook Award (Posts with membership under 300 members) to James O. Hall Post 19 from Jennings. Post 19 also received the Multi/Media Award for articles, stories, and other..
