Post No. 1 Albany, New York
Post No. 1
Albany, New York
About This Post
Post Namesake
Theodore "TR" Roosevelt,Jr. 26th President of the United States.
Notable Members
All men who organized the Department.
What Makes this Post Unique
Post No. 1 membership restricted to the men who attended the Paris and St. Louis Caucus. Later to be used as a holding Post for new members and tranfers to the Department.
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NYS Parade, Paris France
HISTORY
1910
American World War Veterans Organize In France
Mar 16, 1919
In a report by the Associated Press, Five hundred officers and enlisted men of the American Expeditionary Force have taken the first action here toward the formation of association of veterans of the world war similar to the G. A. R. A caucus was called to design the machinery for a national convention in America next year and the election of delegates to the convention from the forces now in France. Lieut. Col. Roosevelt is..
In a report by the Associated Press, Five hundred officers and enlisted men of the American Expeditionary Force have taken the first action here toward the formation of association of veterans of the world war similar to the G. A. R. A caucus was called to design the machinery for a national convention in America next year and the election of delegates to the convention from the forces now in France. Lieut. Col. Roosevelt is..
Roosevelt Tells Of New G. A. R.
Mar 17, 1919
Lieut. Col. Theodore Roosevelt of the 28th Infantry , who has been put in charge of organizing in this country an association of officers and enlisted men who have served in the American forces in the world war , gave out a statement at his home on , 165 East Seventy-fourth Street, last night. Colonel Roosevelt said that the meeting in this country for organization would be held about the end of April and that..
Lieut. Col. Theodore Roosevelt of the 28th Infantry , who has been put in charge of organizing in this country an association of officers and enlisted men who have served in the American forces in the world war , gave out a statement at his home on , 165 East Seventy-fourth Street, last night. Colonel Roosevelt said that the meeting in this country for organization would be held about the end of April and that..
Veterans Hold First Meeting
Apr 3, 1919
A meeting was held in April, 1919 at the temporary national offices of The American Legion, on Nassau Street, New York City. During this meeting, a temporary State Committee was selected. Maj. General John F. O’ Ryan was appointed the temporary state chairmen with Major Cornelius W. Wickersham as acting secretary. These two men with a committee of twenty-one, divided the State into five districts committees and appointed temporary district chairmen for organizing the districts..
A meeting was held in April, 1919 at the temporary national offices of The American Legion, on Nassau Street, New York City. During this meeting, a temporary State Committee was selected. Maj. General John F. O’ Ryan was appointed the temporary state chairmen with Major Cornelius W. Wickersham as acting secretary. These two men with a committee of twenty-one, divided the State into five districts committees and appointed temporary district chairmen for organizing the districts..
Soldier League Caucus
Apr 10, 1919
Major Cornelius W. Wickersham, announced yesterday that plans were being rushed for the American Legion caucus, to be held in St. Louis on May 8th. Major Wickersham is Secretary of the organization formed of overseas veterans, and chapters are being established in every State. New York State will send 80 delegates to the caucus, with a like number of alternates. More that half of the delegation will be composed of enlisted men. Members of the..
Major Cornelius W. Wickersham, announced yesterday that plans were being rushed for the American Legion caucus, to be held in St. Louis on May 8th. Major Wickersham is Secretary of the organization formed of overseas veterans, and chapters are being established in every State. New York State will send 80 delegates to the caucus, with a like number of alternates. More that half of the delegation will be composed of enlisted men. Members of the..
New York State Organization
May 20, 1919
The preliminary organization of The American Legion in New York State was held at a meeting in the headquarters office, 140 Nassau Street, New York City. The following members were present; Cornelius W. Wickersham, New York; Hamilton Fish, Sr., New York; George Brokaw Compton, New York; Wade H. Hayes, New York; J. Leslie Kincaid, Syracuse; Francis W. Perry, Brooklyn; Harrison Deyo, Yonkers. James F. Goerke, Brooklyn. There most certainly was more than these eight men..
The preliminary organization of The American Legion in New York State was held at a meeting in the headquarters office, 140 Nassau Street, New York City. The following members were present; Cornelius W. Wickersham, New York; Hamilton Fish, Sr., New York; George Brokaw Compton, New York; Wade H. Hayes, New York; J. Leslie Kincaid, Syracuse; Francis W. Perry, Brooklyn; Harrison Deyo, Yonkers. James F. Goerke, Brooklyn. There most certainly was more than these eight men..
New York State Chartered Issued
Jun 9, 1919
The National Organization still in the process of formation, was invested with the power by the St. Louis Caucus, issued the Department of New York its Charter on May 24, 1919. The Charter of a Post of the American Legion in New York State was issued June 9, 1919, It was known as the President Theodore Roosevelt Post No1., the membership being confined to the delegates to the Paris and St. Louis Caucus. By October..
The National Organization still in the process of formation, was invested with the power by the St. Louis Caucus, issued the Department of New York its Charter on May 24, 1919. The Charter of a Post of the American Legion in New York State was issued June 9, 1919, It was known as the President Theodore Roosevelt Post No1., the membership being confined to the delegates to the Paris and St. Louis Caucus. By October..
New State Chairman
Jun 20, 1919
Due to events, the executive committee was changed before the first State Convention. Cornelius W. Wickersham, New York City. (Appointed State Chairman on May 28, 1919. Resigned on June 20, 1919. Later given title of Past Department Commander). Ogden L. Mills, New York City. (Succeeded Wickersham as Department Chairman. He opened the first State Convention. Later given title of Past Department Commander). (Department of New York Records).
Due to events, the executive committee was changed before the first State Convention. Cornelius W. Wickersham, New York City. (Appointed State Chairman on May 28, 1919. Resigned on June 20, 1919. Later given title of Past Department Commander). Ogden L. Mills, New York City. (Succeeded Wickersham as Department Chairman. He opened the first State Convention. Later given title of Past Department Commander). (Department of New York Records).
Veterans Hold First State Convention
Oct 10, 1919
The first State Convention was held at the Convention Hall (Old State Armory) Clinton Street, Rochester, New York, October 10th and 11th, 1919, and convened at 10:30 am. The following business was conducted; To ratify or amend the State Constitution. Elect delegates and alternates to the National Convention. Elect two members of the National Executive Committee, to represent New York State. Elect officers of the New York State Branch for the ensuing year. Elect the..
The first State Convention was held at the Convention Hall (Old State Armory) Clinton Street, Rochester, New York, October 10th and 11th, 1919, and convened at 10:30 am. The following business was conducted; To ratify or amend the State Constitution. Elect delegates and alternates to the National Convention. Elect two members of the National Executive Committee, to represent New York State. Elect officers of the New York State Branch for the ensuing year. Elect the..
Kelly First Elected Chaplain
Nov 11, 1919
~ Francis A. Kelly ~ Word has been received at National Headquarters of The American Legion of the recent death of Rev. Francis A. Kelly, the first Elected National Chaplain of The Legion. Father Kelly died October 16. 1931, in Cairo, New York. Where he was pastor of the Sacred Heart Church, as a result of an impairment of health caused by being gassed while in the service during the World War. He was forty-three..
~ Francis A. Kelly ~ Word has been received at National Headquarters of The American Legion of the recent death of Rev. Francis A. Kelly, the first Elected National Chaplain of The Legion. Father Kelly died October 16. 1931, in Cairo, New York. Where he was pastor of the Sacred Heart Church, as a result of an impairment of health caused by being gassed while in the service during the World War. He was forty-three..
1920
1st Poster.
Jan 28, 1921
New York's 1st Rehabalitation Committee Poster. By Harold Breul. breul.
New York's 1st Rehabalitation Committee Poster. By Harold Breul. breul.
Unknown Soldier Ceremony
Nov 11, 1921
Large crowd gathers at noon for two minutes of silent prayer, Over 1,000 veterans, gold star mother, a large delegation of wounded and crippled soldiers, representatives of 300 American Legion posts, Veterans of the Grand Army of the Republic and other organizations and the general public took the 15,000 seats in Madison Square Garden long before the opening services, and a great crowd gathered in front of the Garden and Madison Square, listening to the..
Large crowd gathers at noon for two minutes of silent prayer, Over 1,000 veterans, gold star mother, a large delegation of wounded and crippled soldiers, representatives of 300 American Legion posts, Veterans of the Grand Army of the Republic and other organizations and the general public took the 15,000 seats in Madison Square Garden long before the opening services, and a great crowd gathered in front of the Garden and Madison Square, listening to the..
Marshal Foch Visits New York
Nov 18, 1921
Photo shown, Marshal Foch and American Legion Committee, November 19, 1921. From left, Marshal Foch, Military Aide, (back to camera) State Commander William F. Deegan, (unknown), Henry W. Buxton, De Lancey Kountz, and George W. Wingate.(driver unknown). Marshal Foch was a guest for about seven weeks, of The American Legion in his visit to the United States in 1921. Being a guest of The Legion, no restrictions was put on the Marshal, he was free..
Photo shown, Marshal Foch and American Legion Committee, November 19, 1921. From left, Marshal Foch, Military Aide, (back to camera) State Commander William F. Deegan, (unknown), Henry W. Buxton, De Lancey Kountz, and George W. Wingate.(driver unknown). Marshal Foch was a guest for about seven weeks, of The American Legion in his visit to the United States in 1921. Being a guest of The Legion, no restrictions was put on the Marshal, he was free..
National Dinner.
May 17, 1922
National Commander Alvin Owsley was honored with a dinner held for him at the Hotel Commodore in New York City.
National Commander Alvin Owsley was honored with a dinner held for him at the Hotel Commodore in New York City.
Parade.
May 30, 1923
Veterans march at Memorial Day Parade in New York City.
Veterans march at Memorial Day Parade in New York City.
Parade Float.
Jun 23, 1923
The American Legion's entry in the Silver Jubilee Parade, New York City. (note womens hat).
The American Legion's entry in the Silver Jubilee Parade, New York City. (note womens hat).
Rehabilitation Poster
Oct 25, 1925
This poster depicting the part The American Legion has in aiding disabled and needy World War veterans will be placed in all post offices of the Country. The poster reproduced here was awarded second prize in a contest conducted by the legion for posters best showing the part the Legion has in the rehabilitation of veterans. It was designed by Lloyd F. Britt, Veterans’ Bureau, Washington, D. C. October 25, 1925. This is a scanned..
This poster depicting the part The American Legion has in aiding disabled and needy World War veterans will be placed in all post offices of the Country. The poster reproduced here was awarded second prize in a contest conducted by the legion for posters best showing the part the Legion has in the rehabilitation of veterans. It was designed by Lloyd F. Britt, Veterans’ Bureau, Washington, D. C. October 25, 1925. This is a scanned..
Stember Elected Adjutant
Jul 6, 1927
Foreseeing the need for large-scale veteran organization as a result of the public apathy toward servicemen of that era, he became a member of the William Clinton Story Post, No. 342, Freeport, New York. Mr. Stember displayed a vital interest in the formation of The American Legion. As a consequence, he was elected Adjutant of the New York Department at the State Convention in Troy, New York in 1927. Mr. Stember would hold that position..
Foreseeing the need for large-scale veteran organization as a result of the public apathy toward servicemen of that era, he became a member of the William Clinton Story Post, No. 342, Freeport, New York. Mr. Stember displayed a vital interest in the formation of The American Legion. As a consequence, he was elected Adjutant of the New York Department at the State Convention in Troy, New York in 1927. Mr. Stember would hold that position..
New York in Paris
Sep 19, 1927
The ninth National Convention was held September 19-22. 1927, in Paris France. The Legion sent a large delegation of upwards to thirty thousand Legionnaires, their wives and guests. The visit was a continuous round of dinners, tours, official meetings and the parade, held on the first day, which up to that time was the largest parade held by the legion. It is estimated that over a million people witnessed the gala event. The Convention which..
The ninth National Convention was held September 19-22. 1927, in Paris France. The Legion sent a large delegation of upwards to thirty thousand Legionnaires, their wives and guests. The visit was a continuous round of dinners, tours, official meetings and the parade, held on the first day, which up to that time was the largest parade held by the legion. It is estimated that over a million people witnessed the gala event. The Convention which..
Spafford Elected National Commander
Sep 22, 1927
Edward Elwell Spafford of New York State was elected National Commander, of The American Legion, at the 9h National Convention, being held in Paris France on September 22, 1927. Edward was born March 12, 1878, in Springfield, Vermont. His parents were Hiram Duncan and Georgiana Fowler Spafford. He attended Public schools in Springfield, VT. Graduated U.S. Naval Academy, Annapolis, 1901. Columbia Law School, 1915-1916. His Military Service was, Rose to Lieutenant Commander, U.S. Navy; resigned..
Edward Elwell Spafford of New York State was elected National Commander, of The American Legion, at the 9h National Convention, being held in Paris France on September 22, 1927. Edward was born March 12, 1878, in Springfield, Vermont. His parents were Hiram Duncan and Georgiana Fowler Spafford. He attended Public schools in Springfield, VT. Graduated U.S. Naval Academy, Annapolis, 1901. Columbia Law School, 1915-1916. His Military Service was, Rose to Lieutenant Commander, U.S. Navy; resigned..
1930
Erie County Officers
Jul 17, 1934
The Erie County Officers, pause for photo during the 16th Annual Department Convention held in Buffalo this year. Members from left are, Charles Knowles, Bugler: Frank Stockman, Vice Commander: Casmir Partyka, Vice Commander: John S. Stephenson, Sgt-at-Arms: Commander, John J. Sweeney: George B. Wildridge, Chaplain: Frank L. Holliman, Finance Officer: Dion T. Rahill, Judge Advocate: Thomas J. Catty, Adjutant: Carl E. Weber, Vice Commander. Erie County hosted the convention this year.
The Erie County Officers, pause for photo during the 16th Annual Department Convention held in Buffalo this year. Members from left are, Charles Knowles, Bugler: Frank Stockman, Vice Commander: Casmir Partyka, Vice Commander: John S. Stephenson, Sgt-at-Arms: Commander, John J. Sweeney: George B. Wildridge, Chaplain: Frank L. Holliman, Finance Officer: Dion T. Rahill, Judge Advocate: Thomas J. Catty, Adjutant: Carl E. Weber, Vice Commander. Erie County hosted the convention this year.
Post Officers
Apr 1, 1937
1937 POST OFFICERS Judson F. Galloway Post, No. 152, Newburgh, New York. from left seated, Phillip Levy, Newton Fleming, John Zimmerman. Standing, Arthur Brundage, Ray McDowell, Irving Isch, Robert Minely, Alfred F. Huddleston. Those not in uniform, were Post Commanders. The Post was located in Orange County. It is no longer active. Arthur Brundage is a Past Department Commander, serving for 1926-1927. Both men in uniform were Reserve Officers (Photo purchased, information about photo from..
1937 POST OFFICERS Judson F. Galloway Post, No. 152, Newburgh, New York. from left seated, Phillip Levy, Newton Fleming, John Zimmerman. Standing, Arthur Brundage, Ray McDowell, Irving Isch, Robert Minely, Alfred F. Huddleston. Those not in uniform, were Post Commanders. The Post was located in Orange County. It is no longer active. Arthur Brundage is a Past Department Commander, serving for 1926-1927. Both men in uniform were Reserve Officers (Photo purchased, information about photo from..
1940
Scheiberling Elected National Commander
Aug 28, 1944
Edward N. Scheiberling, was elected National Commander of The American Legion, at the National Convention held in Chicago, Illinois, in 1944. . Mr. Scheiberling, was present at the first Legion Caucus, March 15-17, 1919, Paris, France. Also member of delegation from New York State to the St. Louis Caucus, May 8-10, 1919, St. Louis, Missouri. He was born in Albany, NY, December 2, 1888, his father was Martin A. Scheiberling, he attended public schools in..
Edward N. Scheiberling, was elected National Commander of The American Legion, at the National Convention held in Chicago, Illinois, in 1944. . Mr. Scheiberling, was present at the first Legion Caucus, March 15-17, 1919, Paris, France. Also member of delegation from New York State to the St. Louis Caucus, May 8-10, 1919, St. Louis, Missouri. He was born in Albany, NY, December 2, 1888, his father was Martin A. Scheiberling, he attended public schools in..
Roosevelt Elected
Sep 10, 1949
Theodore Roosevelt, Jr. Was fourteen when his father was elected the twenty-sixth president of the United States. Educated in public schools and at Groton and Harvard, he exhibited much of his father’s bounding energy and varied interests. But rather than politics, he choose business and periodic stints in the military. His interest in military preparedness of the nation led him to help originate the Plattsburg Training Camp. He entered the service in April 1917 as..
Theodore Roosevelt, Jr. Was fourteen when his father was elected the twenty-sixth president of the United States. Educated in public schools and at Groton and Harvard, he exhibited much of his father’s bounding energy and varied interests. But rather than politics, he choose business and periodic stints in the military. His interest in military preparedness of the nation led him to help originate the Plattsburg Training Camp. He entered the service in April 1917 as..
1950
Paradine To Be National Vice Commander
Oct 15, 1951
~ Thomas E. Paradine ~ Thomas E. Paradine was elected as National Vice-Commander of The American Legion, October 15, 1951 at the 33rd National Convention in Miami, Florida. Joining The Legion in 1946 he was a Past Commander, (1948-49) of the Schenley Post, No. 1190 and was awarded a Gold Card, January 25, 1950. Becoming a Life Member of The American Legion. Born March 12, 1911 in New York City, his parents were John A...
~ Thomas E. Paradine ~ Thomas E. Paradine was elected as National Vice-Commander of The American Legion, October 15, 1951 at the 33rd National Convention in Miami, Florida. Joining The Legion in 1946 he was a Past Commander, (1948-49) of the Schenley Post, No. 1190 and was awarded a Gold Card, January 25, 1950. Becoming a Life Member of The American Legion. Born March 12, 1911 in New York City, his parents were John A...
National Dinner
May 14, 1958
Dinner in honor of the National Commander, John S. Gleason, Jr. during his visit to downstate New York, being held in Hotel Commodore Ballroom, New York City, May 14, 1958. Looking at the Head table. Past Department Commander, Martin Mc Nnealy, (1956-1957) sits just to the left of the podium. Department Adjutant, Maurice Stember is second on the right of the podium. Past National Executive Committeeman, Louis Drago, is sitting sixth to the right of..
Dinner in honor of the National Commander, John S. Gleason, Jr. during his visit to downstate New York, being held in Hotel Commodore Ballroom, New York City, May 14, 1958. Looking at the Head table. Past Department Commander, Martin Mc Nnealy, (1956-1957) sits just to the left of the podium. Department Adjutant, Maurice Stember is second on the right of the podium. Past National Executive Committeeman, Louis Drago, is sitting sixth to the right of..
Mc Kneally Elected National Commander
Aug 29, 1959
Martin B. McKneally, was elected National Commander of The American Legion by the unanimous vote of 3,062 delegates to the 41st National Convention in Minneapolis-St. Paul on August 27, 1959. A second generation descendent of Irish immigrant stock, Commander McKneally is a native of the picturesque city of Newburgh, New York, located in the historic Hudson Valley. After graduation from public schools there, he attended Holy Cross College in Worcester, Massachusetts where he received a..
Martin B. McKneally, was elected National Commander of The American Legion by the unanimous vote of 3,062 delegates to the 41st National Convention in Minneapolis-St. Paul on August 27, 1959. A second generation descendent of Irish immigrant stock, Commander McKneally is a native of the picturesque city of Newburgh, New York, located in the historic Hudson Valley. After graduation from public schools there, he attended Holy Cross College in Worcester, Massachusetts where he received a..
1960
At Convention.
Jul 15, 1966
The Color Guard of Post 264, "The Tonawanda's" at the NYS Department Convention in Albany.
The Color Guard of Post 264, "The Tonawanda's" at the NYS Department Convention in Albany.
1970
Hamilton Fish, Sr. Honored
Aug 23, 1973
Hamilton Fish, Sr. Elected National Commander August 23, 1973 Hamilton Fish, Sr., the elder statesman served as an Army Captain in France in World War I, and actively participated in the forming of The American Legion as a member of the delegation from New York at the St. Louis Caucus. He was appointed Chairman of the sub-committee of the three men who wrote the Preamble of the American Legion Constitution, which President Truman and General..
Hamilton Fish, Sr. Elected National Commander August 23, 1973 Hamilton Fish, Sr., the elder statesman served as an Army Captain in France in World War I, and actively participated in the forming of The American Legion as a member of the delegation from New York at the St. Louis Caucus. He was appointed Chairman of the sub-committee of the three men who wrote the Preamble of the American Legion Constitution, which President Truman and General..
Department Headquarters Moved
Jul 12, 1978
Ever since 1920 the headquarters office of the Department had been located in Room 305, Hall of Records, 31 Chambers Street, New York City. The office had been kept there because of the proximity of being near the home of the then, Department Adjutant, Maurice Stember, who lived on Long Island. With the retirement of Mr. Stember, the long serving Department Adjutant in 1975, there was talk and rumors that the office would be moved...
Ever since 1920 the headquarters office of the Department had been located in Room 305, Hall of Records, 31 Chambers Street, New York City. The office had been kept there because of the proximity of being near the home of the then, Department Adjutant, Maurice Stember, who lived on Long Island. With the retirement of Mr. Stember, the long serving Department Adjutant in 1975, there was talk and rumors that the office would be moved...
1980
Kogutek Elected National Commander
Aug 29, 1980
Michael J. Kogutek. From Erie County New York was elected National Commander of The American Legion at the closing session of the Annual Convention being held in Boston Massachusetts in 1980. Born September 30, 1926, Michael was honorably discharged from the U.S. Navy in 1946. He is a Charter Member of the Matthew Glab Post, No. 1477, which was charted in 1946. He was awarded with a Life Membership from the Post in 1967. He..
Michael J. Kogutek. From Erie County New York was elected National Commander of The American Legion at the closing session of the Annual Convention being held in Boston Massachusetts in 1980. Born September 30, 1926, Michael was honorably discharged from the U.S. Navy in 1946. He is a Charter Member of the Matthew Glab Post, No. 1477, which was charted in 1946. He was awarded with a Life Membership from the Post in 1967. He..
State Color Guard March
Aug 28, 1981
New York State Color Guard, the K-C Eagles from Kirk-Casey Post 366 lead the Department in the National Convention Parade in Honolulu, Hawaii. From left members are, Sonny Acor, Guard, Gene Miller, National Colors Bearer. Ken Lisk, Department Flag Bearer. Paul Horton, Post Flag Bearer. Walt Guan, Guard. Bob Kreager, Captain, of the Color Guard, center rear. Photo. Kirk-Casey Post 366.
New York State Color Guard, the K-C Eagles from Kirk-Casey Post 366 lead the Department in the National Convention Parade in Honolulu, Hawaii. From left members are, Sonny Acor, Guard, Gene Miller, National Colors Bearer. Ken Lisk, Department Flag Bearer. Paul Horton, Post Flag Bearer. Walt Guan, Guard. Bob Kreager, Captain, of the Color Guard, center rear. Photo. Kirk-Casey Post 366.
Pedro Appointed Adjutant
Jul 11, 1984
In one of his first official acts, newly elected Department Commander, Donald E. Klein, appointed Richard M. Pedro, of Owego County as the Adjutant, of the Department of New York, The American Legion. Mr. Pedro appointment was confirmed by the Department Executive Committee, following the conclusion of the 66th annual Department Convention being held in Buffalo Convention Center, Buffalo, NY, July 11-14, 1984. Mr. Pedro succeeds the retiring Adjutant, Leonard Baxter, who has held the..
In one of his first official acts, newly elected Department Commander, Donald E. Klein, appointed Richard M. Pedro, of Owego County as the Adjutant, of the Department of New York, The American Legion. Mr. Pedro appointment was confirmed by the Department Executive Committee, following the conclusion of the 66th annual Department Convention being held in Buffalo Convention Center, Buffalo, NY, July 11-14, 1984. Mr. Pedro succeeds the retiring Adjutant, Leonard Baxter, who has held the..
Department Staff
Mar 15, 1986
Department of New York, which conducts all it’s business from the Department Headquarters office, at 112 State Street, Albany, New York. Is a well managed and professional staff . Under the direction of Department Adjutant Richard M. Pedro, the staff is considered one of the best in the National Organization, In the photo, center seated; Richard M. Pedro, Department Adjutant. Standing from the left; William Pfeiffer, Annie Wilsey, Program Coordinator. Mary Ray Mc Innes, Program..
Department of New York, which conducts all it’s business from the Department Headquarters office, at 112 State Street, Albany, New York. Is a well managed and professional staff . Under the direction of Department Adjutant Richard M. Pedro, the staff is considered one of the best in the National Organization, In the photo, center seated; Richard M. Pedro, Department Adjutant. Standing from the left; William Pfeiffer, Annie Wilsey, Program Coordinator. Mary Ray Mc Innes, Program..
1990
Rev. Sweeney To Be National Chaplain.
Sep 10, 1998
~ Rev. Robert J. Sweeney ~ The Rev. Robert J. Sweeney was elected National Chaplain of The American Legion on September 10, 1998, during the 80th National Convention in New Orleans, Louisiana. Sweeney, a Roman Catholic Priest, is a veteran of the Vietnam War who served in the U. S. Army. He has been a member of The American Legion since 1992. He is a member of American Legion Arthur Finnigen Post, No. 1443, near..
~ Rev. Robert J. Sweeney ~ The Rev. Robert J. Sweeney was elected National Chaplain of The American Legion on September 10, 1998, during the 80th National Convention in New Orleans, Louisiana. Sweeney, a Roman Catholic Priest, is a veteran of the Vietnam War who served in the U. S. Army. He has been a member of The American Legion since 1992. He is a member of American Legion Arthur Finnigen Post, No. 1443, near..
State Convention
Jul 15, 1999
Department Commander Robert Morrill, on stage at the podium, conducts business at the second day session, of the 81st Annual New York State Convention. Held in the Broome County Veterans Memorial Arena, July 15, 1999. In Binghamton, NY.(Photo, R. Blevins).
Department Commander Robert Morrill, on stage at the podium, conducts business at the second day session, of the 81st Annual New York State Convention. Held in the Broome County Veterans Memorial Arena, July 15, 1999. In Binghamton, NY.(Photo, R. Blevins).
2000
Department Color Guard
Jul 18, 2002
Department Color Guard prepare to Post Colors at the start of the 84th Annual Department Convention, Thursday July 18, 2002. Being held in the Empire State Plaza Convention Center, at Albany. From left members are, , Michael Miller, Guard: John Cook, Color Bearer: Peter Holowecki, Bearer: William Davidson, Bearer: William Ost, Bearer: George Ost, Guard. Photo, Buzz Blevins.
Department Color Guard prepare to Post Colors at the start of the 84th Annual Department Convention, Thursday July 18, 2002. Being held in the Empire State Plaza Convention Center, at Albany. From left members are, , Michael Miller, Guard: John Cook, Color Bearer: Peter Holowecki, Bearer: William Davidson, Bearer: William Ost, Bearer: George Ost, Guard. Photo, Buzz Blevins.
New York State Banner
Aug 30, 2005
The New York Department Banner leads the New York delegation in the National Convention Parade held in Honolulu, Hawaii this year. Photo, John Murray.
The New York Department Banner leads the New York delegation in the National Convention Parade held in Honolulu, Hawaii this year. Photo, John Murray.
Buffalo Parade
Jul 10, 2009
Commander Edward Bertrand, center of banner prepares to lead off the Department Parade. Held on Friday afternoon July 10th. during the 91st Annual Department Convention, in Buffalo July 9 - 11, 2009. All ten districts were present with their full allotment of counties. The parade was through downtown Buffalo and just over an hour long, and all marchers paraded for just under a mile in length. All units passed in review and took a salute..
Commander Edward Bertrand, center of banner prepares to lead off the Department Parade. Held on Friday afternoon July 10th. during the 91st Annual Department Convention, in Buffalo July 9 - 11, 2009. All ten districts were present with their full allotment of counties. The parade was through downtown Buffalo and just over an hour long, and all marchers paraded for just under a mile in length. All units passed in review and took a salute..
2010
Wong Elected National Commander
Sep 1, 2011
Fang A. Wong was unanimously elected to the high Office of National Commander of The American Legion at the Annual National Convention Thursday September 1, 2011, being held in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Fang was born February 27, 1948 in Canton, China. He is married to Barbara Wong, also born in Canton, China. They have one son Eric. He was educated at Seward Park High School, New York City, graduating in 1968. Also attended New York Institute..
Fang A. Wong was unanimously elected to the high Office of National Commander of The American Legion at the Annual National Convention Thursday September 1, 2011, being held in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Fang was born February 27, 1948 in Canton, China. He is married to Barbara Wong, also born in Canton, China. They have one son Eric. He was educated at Seward Park High School, New York City, graduating in 1968. Also attended New York Institute..
James W. Casey, Appointed New Adjutant
Jul 20, 2013
James W. Casey, from Queens County was appointed the new State Adjutant, by the newly elected New York State Department Commander, Kenneth F. Governor. First elected as the Alternate Executive Committeeman at the annual Department Convention at Niagara Falls, Saturday July 20, 2013, he resigned that position at the Department Executive Meeting and was confirmed as Department Adjutant. Mr. Casey will fill the position of retiring Adjutant, Richard M. Pedro. He joined the Daniel M...
James W. Casey, from Queens County was appointed the new State Adjutant, by the newly elected New York State Department Commander, Kenneth F. Governor. First elected as the Alternate Executive Committeeman at the annual Department Convention at Niagara Falls, Saturday July 20, 2013, he resigned that position at the Department Executive Meeting and was confirmed as Department Adjutant. Mr. Casey will fill the position of retiring Adjutant, Richard M. Pedro. He joined the Daniel M...
Nessler Elected Department Commander
Jul 13, 2017
At the 98th Annual Department of New York Convention, at the morning session on Saturday July 13, 2017 at Syracuse, New York. Rena Nessler from Ontario County, was the first women veteran elected as Department Commander of the Departmewnt of New York. Commander Nessler was born in Flint Michigan and is enrolled member of the Ojibwa Indian Tribe, from the White Earth Reservation of Minnesota. She is a US Navy veteran, serving from May 1969 to..
Greeting the National Commander
Oct 13, 2017
Department Commander, Rena Nessler welcoms the National Commander, Denise Rohan to New York and the 7th & 8th Districts, at the Buffalo Airport. Commander Rohan will be visiting the Districts and Counties in the western part of New York. Later this spring the Commander will visit the eastern part of New York. Edward Bertrand, the National Executive Committeeman from New Yorks is standing to the right of the picture. (Photo Doug Malin.)
Inducted Into Hall of Fame
Oct 14, 2017
Department of New York Commander Rena Nessler, and the National Commander of the American Legion, Denise Rohan, were inducted into the National Woman's Hall fo Fame during the National Commanders visit to the 7th District. Following a lunch at the Warner Van-Riper Post 435 in Waterloo, NY (home of the National Memorial Day Museum) it was on to the National Women's Hall of Fame in Seneca Falls, NY, where the induction took place. The two Commanders..
