Post 157 Raleigh, North Carolina
Post 157
Raleigh, North Carolina
About This Post
Post Namesake
Charles T. Norwood
The Charles T. Norwood American ... READ MORE
Notable Members
The post has had in its membership several Legionnaires who has achieved acclaim on the local and National levels. Clarence B. Lightner a World ... READ MORE
What Makes this Post Unique
At the time of the organization and charter of the post, Veterans Service Organizations were segregated by race as was American Society. The charter ... READ MORE
Photos
Founder's Day 2023 - 99th Anniversary
St. Matthew AME Church Veterans Recognition program.
Watts Chapel Veterans Brunch
NCDDS Veterans Luncheon
Veterans Day Ceremony 2023
Installation of Post Officers 2023-2024
Memorial Day 2023
Initiation of New Member
Founder's Day 2022 - 98th Anniversary
2022 Veterans Day Parade
Celebrate Oberlin Village 2022
Fisher Street Park and Pender Street Park Celebration.
HISTORY
1920
Application for CHARLES T. NORWOOD POST 157
Dec 19, 1924
The Charles T. Norwood American Legion Post 157 was chartered December 19, 1924, five years after the National American Legion received its Congressional Charter. The Post was named to honor Pvt. Charles T. Norwood who served with Company H, 365 Infantry, 92nd Infantry Division. Pvt. Norwood was wounded on..
1930
Post Application for Permanent Charter
Dec 10, 1938
On December 10, 1938, a permeant Post Charter was issued by National Commander L. L. Chacherick, duly attested by the National Adjutant Frank E. Samuel at the Legion’s Headquarters in Indianapolis, Indiana. The new Charter was issued to The American Legion at Raleigh, to be known as Charles T. Norwood Post No. 157, Department of North Carolina. The Charter..
Drum and Bugle Corps
Dec 15, 1938
For many years, the pride of the Charles T. Norwood American Legion Post was the Post’s Drum and Bugle Corps. The exact date the Drum and Bugle Corps was first organized is unknown, but they existed for many years and will into the 1960s. They participated in American Legion’s National Convention in New York City, New York, Milwaukee, Wisconsin,..
2010
North Carolina Boys State
Nov 11, 2010
The post’s Boys State Program was reinstated a few years ago by Legionnaire Joseph Holt after many years of inactivity. At the annual post observance of Veterans Day on November 11, 2010, Retired Lt. Colonel and Legionnaire Joseph-H. Holt, Jr. emceed the program. In his remarks, Legionnaire Holt highlighted the Service Focus of the post. Included in this is the organization's efforts to insure that veterans and veteran families receive the services, benefits and respect..
The post’s Boys State Program was reinstated a few years ago by Legionnaire Joseph Holt after many years of inactivity. At the annual post observance of Veterans Day on November 11, 2010, Retired Lt. Colonel and Legionnaire Joseph-H. Holt, Jr. emceed the program. In his remarks, Legionnaire Holt highlighted the Service Focus of the post. Included in this is the organization's efforts to insure that veterans and veteran families receive the services, benefits and respect..
Memorial Day Observances 2013
May 27, 2013
The post participates each year in the Memorial Day Observances held at Carolina Biblical Gardens Cemetery Raleigh, NC. The graves of veterans interred in the cemetery are flagged with an American flag during Memorial Day.
Veterans Day Parade 2017
Nov 11, 2017
Full Story The post is a member of the Wake County Council of Veterans Organization and participates in the annual Veterans Day Parade held in down town Raleigh, NC. The graves of veterans interred at Carolina Biblical Gardens Cemetery Raleigh, NC are flagged with an American flag during Veterans Day.
Memorial Day Service 2018
May 28, 2018
The Memorial Day Service was held at Carolina Biblical Gardens Cemetery in Raleigh, NC. It was a partly cloudy and rainy day but the ceremony continued, Legionnaire Donald Debnam presided over the ceremony. Legionnaire James Langston commanded the posting of the colors, Legionnaire Devone Young sang a beautiful rendition of the National Anthem. The Memorial Day Address was given..
Installation of Post Officers 2018-2019
Jun 16, 2018
Full Story On June 16, 2018 the post meeting was called to order, and the order of business was conducted to include a ceremony for the Installation of Post Officers. Retiring Post Commander Freddie Kelly introduced the Installing Officer Patricia Harris, Alternate National Executive Committeeman, Post 124 (Apex) First Vice Commander and former Post 157 Post Commander.
North Carolina Veterans Day Parade and Ceremony 2018
Nov 10, 2018
A salute to all veterans from all conflicts involving United States of America
On November 10, 2018 the Post participated in the Raleigh, North Carolina annual Veterans Day Parade on the streets of downtown Raleigh. The Ceremony..
Founder’s Day 2018
Dec 15, 2018
On December 15, 2018, we held a luncheon as we celebrated Founder’s Day the 94thAnniversary of the Charles T. Norwood American Legion Post 157. The Post was chartered December 19, 1924, five years after the National American Legion received its Congressional Charter. The Post was named to honor Pvt. Charles T. Norwood who served with Company H, 365 Infantry, 92ndInfantry..
Celebrating Black History Month 2019
Feb 23, 2019
Full Story North Central Citizens Advisory Council (CAC) hosted the 21st Annual Black History Month Celebrating Community Legacies. Held on Saturday, February 23, 2019 at the Tarboro Road Community Center in Raleigh, North Carolina. The event was hosted by Mrs Octavian Rainey Chair of North Central CAC.
Boy Scouts of Troop 392 received The American Legion Citation of Appreciation
Mar 5, 2019
Commander Donald Moses and the members of Charles T. Norwood American Legion Post 157 appreciates the help of Boy Scouts Troops 392 of Garner NC, (First Presbyterian Church of Garner) in the placing of The American Flag at the grave site of each Veteran that is laid to rest at Carolina Biblical Gardens Raleigh, North Carolina. The Boy Scouts Troop 392 has participated in the flagging of the gravesites for..
Installation of Post Officers 2019-2020
Jul 20, 2019
Full Story On July 20, 2019, the post meeting was called to order, and the order of business was conducted to include a ceremony for the Installation of Post Officers. Post Commander Donald Moses introduced the Installing Officer Patricia Harris, Alternate National Executive Committeeman, Post 124 (Apex) First Vice Commander and former Post 157 Post Commander.
American Legion Auxiliary Raleigh Unit 157
Aug 17, 2019
On August 17, 2019, The Auxiliary Unit President Mrs. Cathy Gutierrez was presented with the Team 100 American Legion Family Ribbon by Commander Moses for obtaining 100% unit membership.
Mrs. Cathy Gutierrez Auxiliary Unit President attended the monthly meeting to give thanks to the post members for their help during the year. She updated the members on the achievements of the Woman's Auxiliary Unit...
2019 Veterans Day Events
Nov 9, 2019
Full Story The post members participated in the Annual Veterans Day Parade held in downtown Raleigh, NC. The Master of Ceremony Mrs Lena Tillett anchor/reporter of the local TV station Raleigh WRAL announced the names of all the units and participants as they passed the grandstand on the parade route.
Founder’s Day 2019 - 95th Anniversary
Dec 21, 2019
On December 21, 2019, we held a luncheon as we celebrated Founder’s Day the 95thAnniversary of the Charles T. Norwood American Legion Post 157. The Post was chartered December 19, 1924, five years after the National American Legion received its Congressional Charter. The Post was named to honor Pvt. Charles T. Norwood who served with Company H, 365th Infantry..
2020
Memorial Day 2020
May 25, 2020
Honoring our fallen military heroes during this Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic while observing the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) rules of social distancing and wearing face covering. While continuing to honor those who gave the ultimate sacrifice. The graves of veterans interred at Carolina Biblical Gardens Cemetery and the Raleigh National Cemetery in Raleigh, NC were flagged with an..
Veterans Day 2020
Nov 9, 2020
Honoring our fallen military heroes during this Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic while observing the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) rules of social distancing and wearing face covering. While continuing to honor those who gave the ultimate sacrifice. The graves of veterans interred at Carolina Biblical Gardens Cemetery were flagged with an American Flag for Veterans Day.
Supporting Ronald McDonald House
Jan 27, 2021
The Mission of the Ronald McDonald House is to build with love, the Ronald McDonald House of Durham and Wake County offers a comforting “home-away-from-home” and a community of support for seriously ill children and..
A Supportive Community
Jan 27, 2021
On January 27, 2021 POST 157 wanted to recognize the Overture Centennial
