Post 22 Franklin, Tennessee
Post 22
Franklin, Tennessee
About This Post
Post Namesake
John E. Stephens: Brigadier General John Edmondson "Mug" Stephens, born in Brentwood, Tennessee, was the top ranking officer from Tennessee to lose his life during World War I. John Edmondson “Mug” Stephens was from Nashville, Tennessee. He was born on ... READ MORE
Notable Members
-Thomas P. Henderson, first adjutant of Post 22 after the post had received its permanent charter in June 1924, joined by seven other Tennesseans during World War I in an attempt to kidnap the German Kaiser
-Milton Lillard (1925-1987), Past Commander, former ... READ MORE
Photos
Post 22 Celebrates the American Legion Centennial
In the Community
American Legion Riders
Stated Meetings & Guests
Installation of Officers & New Member Initiations
Annual Pancake Supper Fundraiser and Boys/Girls State Updates
2016 - Veterans Day Parade and Luncheon
2016 Memorial Day
2015 Veterans Day Parade and Festivities
2015 Members honored by Tennessee Daughters of the American Revolution
HISTORY
1910
Death of Brigadier General John E. Stephens, Post 22 Namesake
Jan 4, 1919
John Edmondson “Mug” Stephens was from Nashville, Tennessee. He was born on 8 November 1874 in Brentwood, Tennessee, just 9 miles from Nashville and was studying at Vanderbilt University when appointed to the United States Military Academy at West Point in the class of 1898. He was the son of John and Eliza Edmondson Stephens of Brentwood, Tennessee. He left Vanderbilt, but finished his degree there between graduation from West Point and his first assignment...
John Edmondson “Mug” Stephens was from Nashville, Tennessee. He was born on 8 November 1874 in Brentwood, Tennessee, just 9 miles from Nashville and was studying at Vanderbilt University when appointed to the United States Military Academy at West Point in the class of 1898. He was the son of John and Eliza Edmondson Stephens of Brentwood, Tennessee. He left Vanderbilt, but finished his degree there between graduation from West Point and his first assignment...
Temporary Charter: John E. Stephens Post 22
Sep 18, 1919
According to the Tennessee Department of the American Legion, Post 22 received a temporary charter on 18 September 1919. During that period of temporary charter, Dan Reilly, Leonard Armistead, Percy Jennette, and Dr. Dan German served as Post Commanders. Edward Buckner, W.W. Courtney Jr., H.R. Pinkerton, and Tom Henderson served as adjutants during that same time. During that period, the Post had between 58-76 members on the rolls.
According to the Tennessee Department of the American Legion, Post 22 received a temporary charter on 18 September 1919. During that period of temporary charter, Dan Reilly, Leonard Armistead, Percy Jennette, and Dr. Dan German served as Post Commanders. Edward Buckner, W.W. Courtney Jr., H.R. Pinkerton, and Tom Henderson served as adjutants during that same time. During that period, the Post had between 58-76 members on the rolls.
1920
The Review-Appeal: In Memory of Gen. Stephens
Jan 18, 1923
"Franklin and all Williamson county are indeed proud of the splendid military achievements of her lamented son, the late Gen. John E. Stephens, who died in France during the World War and at the zenith of his brilliant career, but the distinguished service situation which is published below, a copy of which was forwarded to his aged mother, Mrs. Eliza Stephens, adds much to a natural pride in a native son. The local post of..
"Franklin and all Williamson county are indeed proud of the splendid military achievements of her lamented son, the late Gen. John E. Stephens, who died in France during the World War and at the zenith of his brilliant career, but the distinguished service situation which is published below, a copy of which was forwarded to his aged mother, Mrs. Eliza Stephens, adds much to a natural pride in a native son. The local post of..
Post Charter: John E. Stephens Post 22
Jun 30, 1924
Post 22 received its charter on 30 June 1924 and has had an active presence in Franklin since. The first Post Commander in after the permanent charter was granted was Cannon Kinard, with his adjutant Tom Henderson.
Post 22 received its charter on 30 June 1924 and has had an active presence in Franklin since. The first Post Commander in after the permanent charter was granted was Cannon Kinard, with his adjutant Tom Henderson.
Notable Member: Thomas P. Henderson
Jul 1, 1924
Thomas P. Henderson was the first adjutant of Post 22 after the post had received its permanent charter in June 1924. Tom, as he was known by most, served Post 22 as a service officer and adjutant for 25 years with his role as adjutant from 1924 until 1946. Captain Henderson, United States Army, had been joined by seven other Tennesseans during World War I in an attempt to kidnap the German Kaiser. Tom Henderson..
Thomas P. Henderson was the first adjutant of Post 22 after the post had received its permanent charter in June 1924. Tom, as he was known by most, served Post 22 as a service officer and adjutant for 25 years with his role as adjutant from 1924 until 1946. Captain Henderson, United States Army, had been joined by seven other Tennesseans during World War I in an attempt to kidnap the German Kaiser. Tom Henderson..
Nashville's War Memorial Auditorium is dedicated
Sep 21, 1925
Full Story After the conclusion of World War I, the Tennessee Historical Society
1940
The Nashville Tennessean: "Banker Heads Franklin American Legion Post"
Jul 4, 1946
"Stewart Campbell, president of the Harpeth National Bank here and veteran of the second world war, was elected commander of John E. Stephens Post No. 22, American Legion, Tuesday night. He succeeded Glenn Overby.
Frank W. Smithson was elected vice-commander; Dave Alexander adjutant, and Robert Jennings, Jr. and William E. Reynolds, color bearers.
The newly-elected officers were installed shortly after the election."
July 4, 1946 (page 10 of..
The Nashville Tennessean: Franklin Legion Fetes Auxiliary
Mar 21, 1947
Full Story "The John E. Stephens Post No. 22 of the American Legion entertained members of the aixiliary at a meeting this week at the newly-decorated Legion hall. Stewart Campbell, post commander, presided over a brief business meeting.
Dave Alexander, service officer, reported that the post would be represented by David Johnston, junior from Franklin High Shcool, at "Boys Week" in Nashville.
Jimmy Sanders, magician, of Nashville, was the main entertainer for the evening."
The Nashville Tennesseean: Big Brothers Bring Smiles to Hundreds
Dec 21, 1947
Full Story It appears that around Christmas time for many years, Post 22 was one of many in the area who collected items and baskets for Big Brothers. Similar articles were also published in 1946 and 1956.
December 21, 1947 (page 64 of 110). (1947, Dec 21). Nashville Tennessean (1923-1972)
1950
Baseball Team Photo
Apr 1, 1951
The family of Elbert L. Ashworth, seated front and center in this 1951 photo, found this photo of the Post 22 baseball team. Elbert later went on to serve in the Army from 1959-1961. His son-in-law for shared this with us.
The family of Elbert L. Ashworth, seated front and center in this 1951 photo, found this photo of the Post 22 baseball team. Elbert later went on to serve in the Army from 1959-1961. His son-in-law for shared this with us.
The Nashville Tennesseean: Franklin Fire Kills 4 (Post 22 raises relief funds for family)
Oct 26, 1959
"Bob Jennings, commander of American Legion Post 22 here, said last night his organization is starting a drive to raise funds for the Lee family."
October 26, 1959 (page 2 of 20). (1959, Oct 26). Nashville Tennessean (1923-1972) Retrieved from https://search.proquest.com/docview/1900256338?accountid=33208
1980
Noteable Member: Past Commander Milton Lillard
Mar 4, 1987
We found a fascinating article about Milton entitled "Williamson Schools problems near same" giving a number of details about this past commander.
Article quote: "After graduating from Bethesda High, Lillard served in the Navy during World War II. When he returned, he attended Peabody College for Teachers where he earned his bachelor of science degree and later his master's degree. In 1949 he began teaching math and social studies at Bethesda School. He spent about 12..
2000
The Tennessean: Obituary for Past Commander Stewart Campbell
Aug 13, 2000
Stewart Campbell was a Past Commander (elected 1946) for Post 22.
2010
The Tennesseean: Obituary for Past Adjutant Abram Baker "A.B." CHURCH Jr.
Member featured on ESPN: Mike Reeder
Jul 20, 2011
From ESPN: "Making history in an inspirational way" by Ben Houser and YouTube Video from E:60 Mike Reeder is a 63-year-old Vietnam War veteran who lost his legs in an explosion during combat, yet he excels at golf. In the past 20 years, he has shot par and made a hole-in-one, and he has a golf handicap of less than 10. His swing -- from his self-designed wheelchair -- leaves an impression on..
From ESPN: "Making history in an inspirational way" by Ben Houser and YouTube Video from E:60 Mike Reeder is a 63-year-old Vietnam War veteran who lost his legs in an explosion during combat, yet he excels at golf. In the past 20 years, he has shot par and made a hole-in-one, and he has a golf handicap of less than 10. His swing -- from his self-designed wheelchair -- leaves an impression on..
Member featured in Williamson Herald: Mike Reeder
Nov 11, 2011
Carole Robinson Staff Writer On any given day, Mike Reeder can be found somewhere on a golf course. During his years on the course he has made a hole-in-one and he has hit the little white ball at the Holy Grail of courses - The Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrew's in Scotland, one of the oldest and prestigious golf clubs in the world - and several prestigious courses in the United States...
Carole Robinson Staff Writer On any given day, Mike Reeder can be found somewhere on a golf course. During his years on the course he has made a hole-in-one and he has hit the little white ball at the Holy Grail of courses - The Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrew's in Scotland, one of the oldest and prestigious golf clubs in the world - and several prestigious courses in the United States...
American Legion Riders Charter
Jul 23, 2012
Franklin ALR were chartered 23 July 2012. Charter Members: James Amundsen, Bruce Barker, Bill Brown, Mike Schmidt, and David Pilgrim
Franklin ALR were chartered 23 July 2012. Charter Members: James Amundsen, Bruce Barker, Bill Brown, Mike Schmidt, and David Pilgrim
Williamson Herald: American Legion Golf Tournament
Nov 7, 2012
Story/Photo by Carole Robinson Kicking off National Armed Forces Week, Golfers Brandon Parkhurst and Steve Martin shake hands with American Legion Post 22 members Mike Schmidt and James Amundsen at the ninth hole designated the veteran's hole and marked with an American flag during a Golf Tournament at Forrest Crossings Monday, sponsored by Twin Peaks Restaurant. Inspiration for the tournament was Post 22 member Vietnam Veteran Mike Reeder, who lives within view of the course..
Story/Photo by Carole Robinson Kicking off National Armed Forces Week, Golfers Brandon Parkhurst and Steve Martin shake hands with American Legion Post 22 members Mike Schmidt and James Amundsen at the ninth hole designated the veteran's hole and marked with an American flag during a Golf Tournament at Forrest Crossings Monday, sponsored by Twin Peaks Restaurant. Inspiration for the tournament was Post 22 member Vietnam Veteran Mike Reeder, who lives within view of the course..
Member featured in Williamson Herald: Paul Fleenor
Feb 13, 2013
by Carole Robinson, Staff Writer Col. Paul Fleenor, U.S. Army, retired, is January's Darrell Waltrip Automotive's Hometown Hero. Several years ago Fleenor was inspired to organize the first Honor Flight in Middle Tennessee and the second in the state after watching a brief news story on the subject. Honor Flight was founded in 2005 by Earl Morse, a physician assistant and retired Air Force Captain to get as many World War II veterans to Washington..
by Carole Robinson, Staff Writer Col. Paul Fleenor, U.S. Army, retired, is January's Darrell Waltrip Automotive's Hometown Hero. Several years ago Fleenor was inspired to organize the first Honor Flight in Middle Tennessee and the second in the state after watching a brief news story on the subject. Honor Flight was founded in 2005 by Earl Morse, a physician assistant and retired Air Force Captain to get as many World War II veterans to Washington..
Williamson County Proclamation: American Legion Day
Sep 9, 2013
Williamson County Commission Meeting declaring American Legion Day. http://www.williamsoncounty-tn.gov/ArchiveCenter/ViewFile/Item/1038
Williamson County Commission Meeting declaring American Legion Day. http://www.williamsoncounty-tn.gov/ArchiveCenter/ViewFile/Item/1038
Post 22 Facebook Page created
Sep 9, 2014
http://www.facebook.com/Post22FranklinTN
http://www.facebook.com/Post22FranklinTN
Member featured in Williamson Herald: Bill Brown
Nov 10, 2014
By Carole Robinson • Senior Staff Writer In 1959 he was 18-years old, just out of high school with no clear idea what he wanted to do, so with a friend, Bill Brown joined the National Guard. The two young men signed up for airborne school and were sent to Fort Jackson, South Carolina. “At that point, my intention was to make the military a career,” he said. Airborne candidates undergo specialized training, meaning while..
By Carole Robinson • Senior Staff Writer In 1959 he was 18-years old, just out of high school with no clear idea what he wanted to do, so with a friend, Bill Brown joined the National Guard. The two young men signed up for airborne school and were sent to Fort Jackson, South Carolina. “At that point, my intention was to make the military a career,” he said. Airborne candidates undergo specialized training, meaning while..
Member featured in Williamson Herald: Aubrey Williams
Nov 10, 2014
By Carole Robinson • Senior Staff Writer, Williamson Herald Aubrey Williams was carrying on a family tradition when she decided to join the military. Her grandfather was a World War II veteran and her father career military. He met her Korean mother while stationed in Korea. Until she was 10-years old, Aubrey traveled the world with her family. After she graduated from high school in Bloomington, Indiana in 2003 she went to West Point Military..
By Carole Robinson • Senior Staff Writer, Williamson Herald Aubrey Williams was carrying on a family tradition when she decided to join the military. Her grandfather was a World War II veteran and her father career military. He met her Korean mother while stationed in Korea. Until she was 10-years old, Aubrey traveled the world with her family. After she graduated from high school in Bloomington, Indiana in 2003 she went to West Point Military..
Member featured in Williamson Herald: Stan Tyson
Nov 10, 2014
By Carole Robinson • Senior Staff Writer For Col. Wallace Stanley Tyson, service didn’t end when he retired from the Army in 1976. He has been a substitute teacher, a member of the board of zoning appeals, a county commissioner for the ninth district, a highway commissioner and the county’s veteran’s service officer. Tyson, a Nashville native, graduated from West High School in 1948. An ROTC scholarship allowed him to attend the University of Tennessee...
By Carole Robinson • Senior Staff Writer For Col. Wallace Stanley Tyson, service didn’t end when he retired from the Army in 1976. He has been a substitute teacher, a member of the board of zoning appeals, a county commissioner for the ninth district, a highway commissioner and the county’s veteran’s service officer. Tyson, a Nashville native, graduated from West High School in 1948. An ROTC scholarship allowed him to attend the University of Tennessee...
Obituary for Past Officer Jesse I. Milhouse
Feb 7, 2015
Mr. Jesse I. Milhouse, age 88, of Spring Hill, TN, passed away February 7, 2015. Veteran of U.S. Army during WWII, and was stationed in the South Pacific. Member of the American Legion Post 22 & VFW Post 1146. Past President of the Independent Order of Foresters CT Concord of MI. Past President & long standing manager and coach of North Shore Baseball Association in Michigan. Longtime resident..
Members honored by Tennessee Daughters of the American Revolution
Apr 12, 2015
A few of our members were among those honored at the Tennessee Daughters of the American Revolution State Conference. Special honors were given to veterans who served in Vietnam. Sarah Polk Chapter, of Brentwood, sponsored our members at the brunch. Sarah olk's Chapter Regent Vickie Dawson presented certificates.
A few of our members were among those honored at the Tennessee Daughters of the American Revolution State Conference. Special honors were given to veterans who served in Vietnam. Sarah Polk Chapter, of Brentwood, sponsored our members at the brunch. Sarah olk's Chapter Regent Vickie Dawson presented certificates.
70th Anniversary of End of World War II, Member featured in Williamson Herald: Stan Tyson
Aug 16, 2015
On the 70th Anniversary of the end of World War II, US Army Col. Stan Tyson (Retired) and AJ Christian (USAF Retired), honor and remember those who didn’t make it home from World War II by placing a fresh floral wreath by the memorial stone in Veterans Memorial Park Sunday during a solemn ceremony marking as Bugler Frank Fenton of Spring Hill waits to play Taps. (Photo by Carole Robinson) Complete story: http://www.williamsonherald.com/communities/franklin/article_89a51d0e-4763-11e5-a326-e3f9064c6d03.html
On the 70th Anniversary of the end of World War II, US Army Col. Stan Tyson (Retired) and AJ Christian (USAF Retired), honor and remember those who didn’t make it home from World War II by placing a fresh floral wreath by the memorial stone in Veterans Memorial Park Sunday during a solemn ceremony marking as Bugler Frank Fenton of Spring Hill waits to play Taps. (Photo by Carole Robinson) Complete story: http://www.williamsonherald.com/communities/franklin/article_89a51d0e-4763-11e5-a326-e3f9064c6d03.html
Notable Member: James W. Howard
Sep 15, 2015
One tribute to a contemporary member of Post 22 must go to our current adjutant, James W. Howard. Jim, as many of us call him, has been a major reason for the vitality of this post for the past eight years. Under his enthusiastic leadership, the post has grown in membership from 137 in 2008 to well over 200 in 2015. He has not only led in the official capacity as an adjutant, but for..
One tribute to a contemporary member of Post 22 must go to our current adjutant, James W. Howard. Jim, as many of us call him, has been a major reason for the vitality of this post for the past eight years. Under his enthusiastic leadership, the post has grown in membership from 137 in 2008 to well over 200 in 2015. He has not only led in the official capacity as an adjutant, but for..
Member featured in YOUR Williamson magazine - Aubrey Williams
Nov 1, 2015
http://www.yourwilliamson.com/veterans-we-salute-you/ By Andrea Davis & Anna Robertson Aubrey Williams is a United States Army Captain. Being a member of the military is a big part of her family. “My family has a rich history of military service. My fifth great-grandfather served in the American Revolution. My grandfather served in World War II. My other grandfather was an officer in the South Korean Army. My father was a career Army officer,” says Aubrey. Aubrey attended West..
http://www.yourwilliamson.com/veterans-we-salute-you/ By Andrea Davis & Anna Robertson Aubrey Williams is a United States Army Captain. Being a member of the military is a big part of her family. “My family has a rich history of military service. My fifth great-grandfather served in the American Revolution. My grandfather served in World War II. My other grandfather was an officer in the South Korean Army. My father was a career Army officer,” says Aubrey. Aubrey attended West..
Williamson Herald: WWII newspapers presented to Archives
Nov 5, 2015
By Carole Robinson • Senior Staff Writer Before he passed away last year, Jim McLaughlin, a member of American Legion John E. Stephens Post 22 and a veteran of the Seventh Army, often referred to as the Forgotten Army, presented the Williamson County Archives and Museum with framed copies of two newspapers. One, the German newspaper Pariser Zeitung, dated June 28, 1944 was printed soon after the Normandy invasion, and the other a copy of..
By Carole Robinson • Senior Staff Writer Before he passed away last year, Jim McLaughlin, a member of American Legion John E. Stephens Post 22 and a veteran of the Seventh Army, often referred to as the Forgotten Army, presented the Williamson County Archives and Museum with framed copies of two newspapers. One, the German newspaper Pariser Zeitung, dated June 28, 1944 was printed soon after the Normandy invasion, and the other a copy of..
Member served as Grand Marshal for Franklin Veterans Day Parade: Stan Tyson
Nov 10, 2015
Excerpt from Williamson Herald feature by Carole Robinson When Nashville native Wallace Stanley Tyson graduated from the University of Tennessee in 1952, he left with a degree in agriculture, a commission in the United States Army, and a career that would take him all over the world and service in two major wars. Shortly after he married Dorothy Lane of Williamson County in 1953, young Tyson was sent to Korea where he joined the 2nd..
Excerpt from Williamson Herald feature by Carole Robinson When Nashville native Wallace Stanley Tyson graduated from the University of Tennessee in 1952, he left with a degree in agriculture, a commission in the United States Army, and a career that would take him all over the world and service in two major wars. Shortly after he married Dorothy Lane of Williamson County in 1953, young Tyson was sent to Korea where he joined the 2nd..
The Tennesseean: Obituary for Past Commander William Bozeman
Feb 21, 2016
Full Story William Howard Bozeman, 83, of Franklin passed away on February 11, 2016.
Mr. Bozeman was born in Cochran, GA and spent his early years there.
Williamson Herald: "Local businessman, civic leader Roy Barker passes away at 90
Mar 28, 2016
Mr. Roy Edwin Barker, Post 22 Past Commander, age 90 of Franklin, Tenn. passed away March 28, 2016. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and a member of Fourth Avenue Church of Christ. He served on the State Legislature from 1961-1965 and was a 1970 Delegate Constitutional Convention. He was also the Past President of Franklin Noon Rotary Club, member of Jaycees, served 17 years on the Franklin Planning Committee and was a..
Mr. Roy Edwin Barker, Post 22 Past Commander, age 90 of Franklin, Tenn. passed away March 28, 2016. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and a member of Fourth Avenue Church of Christ. He served on the State Legislature from 1961-1965 and was a 1970 Delegate Constitutional Convention. He was also the Past President of Franklin Noon Rotary Club, member of Jaycees, served 17 years on the Franklin Planning Committee and was a..
Wiliamson Herald: Hundreds attend Memorial Day Service in Franklin
May 31, 2016
(story features our member, Col. Stan Tyson, US Army (Ret) as keynote speaker at the event) By Carole Robinson • Senior Staff Writer Several hundred people disregarded the early morning heat to attend the annual Memorial Day Service in Veterans Park at Five Points Monday and to remember those who sacrificed their lives for their country and for freedom. The solemn service included a wreath laying ceremony by 1-327th Inf Regt, 101st Abn Div, a..
(story features our member, Col. Stan Tyson, US Army (Ret) as keynote speaker at the event) By Carole Robinson • Senior Staff Writer Several hundred people disregarded the early morning heat to attend the annual Memorial Day Service in Veterans Park at Five Points Monday and to remember those who sacrificed their lives for their country and for freedom. The solemn service included a wreath laying ceremony by 1-327th Inf Regt, 101st Abn Div, a..
Williamson Herald: Veterans Day Parade honors those who served and sacrificed
Nov 11, 2016
"The annual Veteran's Day Parade drew hundreds of supporters of veterans Friday to Franklin's downtown Main Street celebration."
Members featured in photos.
http://www.williamsonherald.com/news/article_627e9672-a85d-11e6-9a8e-a3888dbb6218.html
Notable Member - Bernard Edwards
Nov 15, 2016
At our November 2016 meeting, we had a break for some cake and ice cream in honor of our Sergeant-at-Arms's 94th birthday! Bernard is a WWII Veteran who walks two miles a day for exercise. He is an impressive member of our Post.
Williamson Herald: Veterans honored at breakfast on Veterans Day
Nov 16, 2016
"About 200 local veterans attended the 30th annual Veterans Breakfast at the Embassy Suites presented by the Williamson County Republican Party Saturday morning where their service was honored and applauded."
Adjutant Jim Howard featured in photo.
http://www.williamsonherald.com/features/w_life/article_fe35b61c-ac87-11e6-8834-e72aca121ffa.html
Williamson Herald: Memorial Day ceremony remembers the fallens’ sacrifice for freedom
May 29, 2017
Full Story "Williamson County Mayor Rogers Anderson reminded the several hundred who gathered at Veterans Memorial Park at Five Points, “today has been made for the [soldiers] who left home and did not return and to remember those who have made the ultimate sacrifice and to pay them homage.”
Williamson Herald: Obituary for Past Adjutant Robert Alvin Herbert
Sep 6, 2017
Robert Alvin Herbert, of Franklin, passed away on Sept. 4, 2017. He was 96.
Mr. Herbert was born in Williamson County to the late Robert C. Herbert and Betty Cary Bostick Herbert. He was a World..
Williamson Herald: A Salute to Hometown Heroes (Veterans Day)
Nov 8, 2017
Members were featured in this special section of the newspaper.
http://www.williamsonherald.com/features/special_sections/collection_3be29876-c4b1-11e7-8a5d-f7986c3d04c3.html
Williamson Herald: Veterans, supporters of veterans cheer on Franklin's downtown parade
Nov 10, 2017
Members featured in photos
http://www.williamsonherald.com/communities/franklin/article_da3ec18a-c654-11e7-9d49-cf69383b761c.html
Williamson Herald: Franklin’s Memorial Day ceremony instills pride for all who sacrificed
May 30, 2018
Story by Carole Robinson
Photos featuring post members
http://www.williamsonherald.com/features/w_life/article_d8fd3036-6433-11e8-84f6-1f321d83e7b6.html
Williamson Herald: Spirit of thanks shines bright despite rain-soaked Veterans Parade in Franklin
Nov 12, 2018
Members featured in photos.
http://www.williamsonherald.com/news/article_2b29125e-e6c4-11e8-80ac-5f84ac174b0e.html
Notable Member: John Mather
Nov 28, 2018
John Mather becomes Franklin's Town Crier! John H. Mather is a physician executive who is president of Uni-Corn LLC. He is the president of the Churchill Society of Tennessee.
http://www.williamsonherald.com/features/w_life/article_8353103a-f383-11e8-9e5f-e79e0de1429e.html
Post 22 Celebrates the American Legion Centennial
Mar 19, 2019
Full Story The regularly scheduled meeting of the John E. Stephens American Legion Post 22 was held 19 March 2019 at the Hiram Lodge #7 Dining Room, Franklin TN. Twenty members and six guests were present. Celebration of the American Legion 100th
Proclamation for American Legion Day from Franklin Mayor
Sep 18, 2019
Celebrating 100 years of the American Legion with American Legion Day
