Post 53 Oak Grove 71263, Louisiana
Post 53
Oak Grove 71263, Louisiana
About This Post
Post Namesake
Catron-Kelly
The Post was named after Alonzo Catron and Dr. John Luther Kelly
Notable Members
Arden B. Smith Department Commander 1941/1942
O.N. Hamilton Jr. Department Commander 1960/1961
What Makes this Post Unique
Our Legion Hut was built by the U.S. Government C.C.C. program in the early 30's
HISTORY
1920
Post History
Mar 10, 1922
FORWARD The American Legion was chartered and incorporated by Congress in 1919 as a patriotic veterans organization devoted to mutual helpfulness. It is the nation's largest veterans service organization, committed to mentoring and sponsorship of youth programs in our communities, advocating patriotism and honor, promoting a strong national security, and continued devotion to our fellow service members and veterans. Consisting of over two million members and some 14,000 community posts, The American Legion is truly..
FORWARD The American Legion was chartered and incorporated by Congress in 1919 as a patriotic veterans organization devoted to mutual helpfulness. It is the nation's largest veterans service organization, committed to mentoring and sponsorship of youth programs in our communities, advocating patriotism and honor, promoting a strong national security, and continued devotion to our fellow service members and veterans. Consisting of over two million members and some 14,000 community posts, The American Legion is truly..
2010
National Registry of Historical Sites
Jul 22, 2016
National Registry of Historical Sites Catron-Kelly American Legion Post 53 in Oak Grove. Louisiana conducts its regular meetings in a log structure built in 1933. It is part of a depression-era Works Progress Administration (WPA) project that centered in the Oak Grove City Park. The project had two purposes: first, to provide much-needed employment to a local labor force and second, to construct a place for recreation and a venue for civic meetings. Both agriculture..
National Registry of Historical Sites Catron-Kelly American Legion Post 53 in Oak Grove. Louisiana conducts its regular meetings in a log structure built in 1933. It is part of a depression-era Works Progress Administration (WPA) project that centered in the Oak Grove City Park. The project had two purposes: first, to provide much-needed employment to a local labor force and second, to construct a place for recreation and a venue for civic meetings. Both agriculture..
Verne Irving appointed Louisiana Department Historian
Sep 1, 2016
VERNE IRVING, Past Commander of American Legion Post 53 has been appointed Historian for the State.of Louisiana. Comrade Irving previously served as Historian for the Sons of the American Legion- and the 5th District of the American Legion
VERNE IRVING, Past Commander of American Legion Post 53 has been appointed Historian for the State.of Louisiana. Comrade Irving previously served as Historian for the Sons of the American Legion- and the 5th District of the American Legion
Bridges Re-Dedicated as Veteran Memorials
Sep 23, 2016
At a ceremony September 23, 2016, the Boeuf River bridge, between West Carroll and Morehouse Parish Louisiana was renamed WW I and WW II Memorial Bridge. This was the results of a combined effort of the American Legion Post 53, our state elected officials, and the LA Highway Department, but mainly through the efforts of Jack Madden Commander of the Sons of the American Legion Squadron 53 who started this project three years ago. At..
At a ceremony September 23, 2016, the Boeuf River bridge, between West Carroll and Morehouse Parish Louisiana was renamed WW I and WW II Memorial Bridge. This was the results of a combined effort of the American Legion Post 53, our state elected officials, and the LA Highway Department, but mainly through the efforts of Jack Madden Commander of the Sons of the American Legion Squadron 53 who started this project three years ago. At..
John Philley WW-ll Veteran Honored
Oct 28, 2016
October 28, 2016 Caption : Pictured Tammy Berthelot, John Philley And Richard Strong John Philley, World War II veteran, was honored at the Oak Grove high School "Military Appreciation Night" football game. John was given a football signed by the Oak Grove team and a replacement football jacket, with his old number. His original jacket that he earned as a player was lost. The jacket was donated by Kevin and Beckey Miller of Graduate Sales,..
October 28, 2016 Caption : Pictured Tammy Berthelot, John Philley And Richard Strong John Philley, World War II veteran, was honored at the Oak Grove high School "Military Appreciation Night" football game. John was given a football signed by the Oak Grove team and a replacement football jacket, with his old number. His original jacket that he earned as a player was lost. The jacket was donated by Kevin and Beckey Miller of Graduate Sales,..
Military Appreciation Night Oak Grove, LA High School
Oct 28, 2016
Caption In keeping with the Oak Grove High School, "Military Appreciation Night" a pumpkin decorating contest with a patriotic theme was conducted. The top ten are pictured. Also pictured is the American Legion Post 53 Color Guard.
Caption In keeping with the Oak Grove High School, "Military Appreciation Night" a pumpkin decorating contest with a patriotic theme was conducted. The top ten are pictured. Also pictured is the American Legion Post 53 Color Guard.
