American Legion Koca Post 39

Braidwood remembers the fallen on Memorial Day

Published by admin on Tue, 05/28/2019 - 6:24pm

More than 100 people came out on a breezy and pleasant morning to pay tribute to veterans who sacrificed for the United States.

The Braidwood American Legion Koca Post 39 again hosted the annual Memorial Day Ceremony at the ReedzTownship Veterans Memorial in Braidwood on Monday, May 27.

This year is the 100th anniversary of the American Legion, and also the 100th anniversary of the Braidwood American Legion Koca Post 39.

Poppy Day benefits veterans

Published by admin on Tue, 05/21/2019 - 6:37pm

Members of the Braidwood American Legion Koca Post 39 collected funds during their annual Poppy Day fundraiser on May 17 and May 18.

The Legion joined with other Legion members across the country to sell the poppies.

The red poppy is a nationally recognized symbol of sacrifice worn by Americans since WWI to honor those who served and died for our country in all wars. Funds raised will benefit local veterans’ programs.

National Poppy Day is Friday, May 24.

Memorial Day in Braidwood

Published by admin on Tue, 05/29/2018 - 7:08pm

More than 100 people braved the heat and humidity to take part in this year’s Memorial Day observance in Braidwood, Remembering those who have paid the ultimate price in their service to the United States.

The annual ceremony is hosted each year by the members of the American Legion Koca Post 39.

“This is the day we remember those who gave the ultimate price for our country,” said Koca Post Commander Jim Canup. “This year is the 100th year of the American Legion, and it’s our post’s 99th.”