Leonard W. Kidd Memorial American Legion Post 2001

02/12/2020

I wanted to share a “good news story” with you all regarding a recent superlative team effort to support one of our local disabled Vietnam Era Veterans.

We have been working with this disabled Veteran on a number of fronts over the past 2 years including; weekly grocery store runs, periodic financial assistance, transportation to the VA MEDCEN, getting him a new cat, acquiring a new prosthetic device, providing maid service, getting his laundry done, and lastly, and perhaps most importantly, getting him moved from his rather run down 2nd floor apartment in Leesburg, VA to new digs in Sterling, VA

Well during the past month the "planets aligned" for our Veteran as our Loudoun Veterans organizations and Loudoun County Government Adult Services came through to provide essential and welcomed support for our Veteran. First, Loudoun County Adult Services successfully identified a brand new 1st floor apartment for our Veteran in Sterling and facilitated his acceptance and processing by the apartment complex. Getting him into a 1st floor apartment will enable him to get “out and about” and reduce his feeling of isolation. This past weekend, Loudoun County Marine Corps League Detachment 1205 in Purcellville planned and executed a successful movement of our Veteran, his feline companion and his household goods, to the new apartment. MCL 1205 has truly gone above and beyond over the past 2 years in caring for our former U.S. Navy Corpsman. Additionally, VFW Post 1177 in Leesburg graciously agreed to support our Veteran by paying for his security deposit at the new apartment facility. This donation made it possible for our Veteran, who lives on a meager income, to acquire his new apartment. Lastly, Leonard W. Kidd Memorial American Legion Post 2001 in Ashburn, VA donated a battery operated scooter for our Veteran and successfully delivered it on Monday, February 10. AL 2001 led the away here and this scooter will give our Veteran added mobility to get “out and about.” It will not only enable him in a practical sense but will also serve to reduce his feelings of isolation as he can now get out and interact with his neighbors and community.

So as you can see, this was truly a team effort for all of us, spanning across multiple Loudoun County non-profit veteran organizations as well as local Loudoun County Government. Needless saying our Veteran was incredibly thankful and he extends his many thanks to all involved in this effort.

Scott Morse, Commander, American Legion Post 2001
#GoodNews
#VietnamEraVeteran

01/02/2020

14th Air Force Redesignated as Space Operations Command - Air Force Magazine

14th Air Force Redesignated as Space Operations Command
Dec. 30, 2019 | By Amy McCullough

Air Force Secretary Barbara Barrett redesignated 14th Air Force as Space Operations Command following the Dec. 20 establishment of US Space Force as the sixth military service.

#USSpaceOperationsCommande
#14thAirForce

https://www.airforcemag.com/14th-air-force-redesignated-as-space-operations-command/

Air Force Secretary Barbara Barrett redesignated 14th Air Force as Space Operations Command following the establishment of US Space Force.

01/01/2020

Act now and prevent veteran suicide. Start the New Year 2020 on the right track. Are you a veteran in crisis or know one who is? Call 1-800-273-8255 (x1)x text 838255.
#SupportVeterans

12/31/2019

On behalf of American Legion Post 2001 officers and members, may the New Year bring you happiness, peace, and prosperity. Wishing you a joyous 2020!

#NewYear2020

Commander Scott Morse and Executive Committee

12/29/2019

Raleigh native, 1st female member of American Legion celebrates 100th birthday

Raleigh native, 1st female member of American Legion celebrates 100th birthday
#FirstFemaleAmericanLegionnaire

RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN)– The first female member of the American Legion is celebrating her 100th birthday this week. Anne Capucille is a Raleigh native. She fought in Pearl Harbor and worked her…

12/25/2019

On behalf of the officers and staff I would like to wish you a very Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah and Happy Holidays to you and your families. May 2020 bring joy and happiness to you all.

Commander Scott Morse

12/14/2019

Wreaths Across America - Official Page

Where are you honoring veterans and playing a part today? #PlayAPart2019

12/12/2019

Comrades, families, friends and supporters of Ashburn American Legion Post 2001 celebrated their holiday tonight at Ashburn Fire and Rescue, in Ashburn, Virginia.

#HappyHolidays
#ServiceAboveSelf
#SupportingOurMilitaryAndVeterans

12/07/2019

Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day

December 7, 1941 marks the day that the Empire of Japan attacked the U.S. Army and Navy in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. The attack at the base also officially marked U.S. involvement in World War II. Today, December 7th is known as Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, as Americans remember the thousands of soldiers killed and injured during that day.

Until September 11, 2001, the events at Pearl Harbor were the deadliest attack on American soil. At least 2,400 people lost their lives, and over 1,000 were wounded. While most of the deaths and injuries were related to the sinking of naval ships, other soldiers lost their lives in airplanes. On top of that, civilians in the surrounding area were injured from the morning’s surprise attacks.

#PearlHarborRemembranceDay
#DayOfInfamy

12/06/2019

‘There’s a story behind every stone’: Wreaths Across America Day honors veterans

‘There’s a story behind every stone’: Wreaths Across America Day honors veterans

Local cemeteries are asking for volunteers to help lay wreaths on veterans' graves on Dec. 14 for Wreaths Across America Day.

12/06/2019

'It's OK to ask for help'

It is OK to ask for help!

#VeteransHealthCare

https://www.legion.org/veteranshealthcare/247799/its-ok-ask-help

Student veterans walk 150 miles from University of Alabama to Auburn University to raise awareness to veterans suicide.

12/05/2019

105-year-old believed to be oldest woman veteran of the Coast Guard

105-year-old believed to be oldest woman veteran of the Coast Guard

Johnson County held a service Monday honoring all local veterans, while putting a special focus on women veterans. Among their special guests included an Olathe resident, who at 105 years

12/04/2019

Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA), U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

If you had contact with certain environmental hazards while serving in Iraq, Afghanistan, and other areas, you may have illnesses or other conditions believed to be caused by these toxic chemicals in the air, water, or soil. Find out if you can get disability compensation or benefits here ➡www.va.gov/disability/eligibility/hazardous-materials-exposure/specific-environmental-hazards/ 🇺🇸
Wounded Warrior Project
Veterans of Foreign Wars VFW
The American Legion National Headquarters
Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America
Paralyzed Veterans of America
Vietnam Veterans of America
AMVETS National Headquarters
Student Veterans of America

12/04/2019

Veterans walk 22 miles to fight ‘the war at home’

Veterans walk 22 miles to fight ‘the war at home’

On Saturday, members of Kansas City’s veteran hockey team walked for miles to share one very important message.

12/04/2019

This young Marine got cancer after serving in Iraq. His final mission: Serving others

Mark S. Villamac Ho
This young Marine got cancer after serving in Iraq. His final mission: Serving others

Marine veteran Mark Ho is facing less than five years to live, after a cancer diagnosis. His cancer is tied to his military service in Iraq. He's using his final years to help others.

Despite the odds he is up against, this Devil Dog is inspirational! He inspires me, and I hope his story inspires you too!

#Inspirational
#DevilDog
#ServingOthers

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q6KoxOhlUHg&feature=share&fbclid=IwAR2NifpWEOLBAklDCZGmmClSWVeRS-VdNXSojB6sfKkOlDGV9Yj4ak1wJf8

Marine veteran Mark Ho is facing less than five years to live, after a cancer diagnosis. His cancer is tied to his military service in Iraq. He's using his f...

11/28/2019

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Its #WildlifeWednesday! Who’s excited? Join Kevin, Bobcat and Gabby for an exclusive watch party! Right here, right now. Only on Facebook.

11/21/2019

Give a gift they’ll never return!

#USAflag

https://www.americanlegionflags.com/Outdoor/departments/1082/

11/21/2019

Commissary, Military Service Exchange, and MWR Access Extended to More Veterans Beginning January

Starting Jan. 1, 2020, the Department of Defense is expanding access to military commissaries, exchanges, and morale, welfare and recreation facilities for certain Veterans and caregivers. Those eligible for access include all service-connected Veterans, Purple Heart recipients, former Prisoners of War (POW), and those approved and designated as the primary family caregivers of eligible Veterans. To acquire the in-person privileged access, all eligible Veterans must obtain a Veteran Health Identification Card (VHIC).

#CommissaryExchangeMWRAccess

https://www.blogs.va.gov/VAntage/67974/commissary-military-service-exchange-mwr-access-extended-veterans-beginning-january/

11/18/2019

Once suicidal, vet runs gym providing free membership to families of fallen servicemembers

Once suicidal, vet runs gym providing free membership to families of fallen servicemembers

A combat veteran who was once homeless and attempted suicide is now the CEO of a nationwide gym. Danny Farrar is an 8-year war veteran and has fought many demons, especially since he lost his brother and several loved ones to suicide. Now, Farrar is CEO ofSoldier Fit, a gym that has 17 locations nat...

11/16/2019

New video series teaches Veterans how to file disability claims online

Step-by-step instruction offers latest digital transformation

This new self service tool dramatically simplifies the process of submitting disability claims.

The platform help Veterans provide clear and complete information which speeds up the adjudication time for Veterans to receive a claims decision.

#VADisabilityTraining

https://www.blogs.va.gov/VAntage/68101/new-video-series-teaches-veterans-file-disability-claims-online/

11/13/2019

Easterseals with M&T Bank will be hosting a shopping trip on 11/18/2019 in Sterling. We are looking for more female veterans to attend. If you have any female veterans that would be interested, please have them reach out to me via email before 11/12/2019. On the flyer, it says that the veterans will be meeting at the CRRC, but if the Veteran is close to the shopping location they can meet us there.

Thank you!
Tiesa Johnson
Veteran Employment Specialist
Homeless Female Veterans and Veterans with Families
301.920.9752
[email protected]

11/13/2019

Post 2001 Commander (Major Scott Morse, USAF, Retired) and Post 2001 Boys and Girls State Chairman (Major Dennis Kellen, USA, Retired) served as the honor guard at Legacy Elementary School during their annual Veterans Day celebration on November 11, 2019.

11/12/2019

Loudoun veterans honored in ceremony at Dodona Manor

Loudoun veterans honored in ceremony at Dodona Manor

https://www.loudountimes.com/news/loudoun-veterans-honored-in-ceremony-at-dodona-manor/article_056bb740-04a2-11ea-9f03-23afd208f4c7.html

#VeteransDay
#Honor
#DodonaManor

Men and women who have served their country were honored Monday morning at the 15th Annual Veterans Day commemoration at Dodona Manor in downtown Leesburg.

11/12/2019

I hope everyone had an enjoyable Veterans Day weekend, taking time to celebrate with comrades, family members, friends and others. While I believe that every day should be Veterans Day, the brotherhood and sisterhood we find every Nov. 11 is truly special. Take the time to check on your buddies, family and loved ones.

Commander Post 2001

11/12/2019

Concert at Rockridge High School!!

FREEDOM ISN'T FREE - A MUSICAL JOURNEY TRIBUTE TO OUR VETERANS

Where: Rockridge High School
43460 Loudoun Reserve Dr
Ashburn, VA 20148
United States

When:
Friday, November 15, 2019, 7pm
Saturday, November 16, 2019, 2pm

Purchase your tickets:
https://rrpa.booktix.com/

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A Must See Performance for Music Lovers, History Fans and the 99% of civilians who benefit from the service and sacrifice of our Nation's Military Troops, Veterans and their Families!

Johnny Vet: Freedom Isn’t Free is a dynamic and inspirational musical journey of the men and women who have fought the nation’s wars and how those same men and women, as veterans, have helped to shape the nation and its destiny. And for the first time ever, high school students and veterans alone are joining together to make this music and story come alive onstage!

Powerful story telling presented by the Rock Ridge Performing Arts program combined with compelling images set to musical compositions, will be performed by Rock Ridge Sings Choirs and the renowned West Point Alumni Glee Club . Together, they take the audience on a tour from the start of Johnny Vet’s journey with “the shot heard round the world” in 1775 to the present day era of the Global War on Terror.

The book written by columnist and historian Captain Douglas Cohn, USA (Ret) and Major General Alan B. Salisbury, USA (Ret) accompanies the original scores and popular songs of each era, Johnny Vet explores the true nature of these heroes in our midst: Who they are, where they come from, the burdens they carry on and off the battlefield, the unique burdens their families shoulder, particularly while they are deployed, and the issues they face when it’s time to come home and take off the uniform. The journey will also demonstrate the vast contributions these veterans and their families have made and continue to make to the nation in their civilian communities.

Johnny Vet: Freedom Isn’t Free is a production of Opus One Studios and has been funded through the generous support of our sponsors. It benefits the work of Code of Support Foundation, which, through its programs, provides critical one-on-one assistance to service members, veterans and their families who are struggling with their transition into our civilian communities.

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DISCLAIMER: This information is shared by Ashburn Legion Post 2001 for the benefit of veterans, service-members and their families. The information is provided by a third-party. Post 2001 has no direct responsibility with outside organizations.

#JohnnyVet
#RockRidgeSingsChoir
#WestPointAlumniGleeClub

11/12/2019

Veterans Day Event at J Michael Lunsford Middle. Today’s event was a huge a success, which honored our veterans who served in the U.S. Armed Forces. Veterans also has the opportunity to talk to the students about their service. Lunsford's faculty strongly believes that it is essential to teach students the values and morals of our service.

Comrades Eric Lohmann, Herbert Valle, and Ken James volunteered in the event.

#VeteransDay
#Honor

Veterans Day Event at J. Michael Lunsford Middle School. Today’s event was a huge a success, which honored our veterans who served in the U.S. Armed Forces. Veterans also had the opportunity to talk to the students about their service. Lunsford's faculty strongly believes that it is essential to teach students the values and morals of our service.

#VeteransDay
#Honor

11/11/2019

Hand Salute! Attention to orders!

I am proud to announce my uncle Bert received the U.S. Congressional Gold Medal this evening. My uncle is a WWII veteran who served in the U.S. Armed Forces in the Philippines. Though my uncle was not able to received the award himself, his daughter (my cousin) Veronica received the award for him at MGM National Harbor.

On the eve of Veterans Day, I am proud of our military service in the Valle family. My cousin Norbert Valle served in the U.S. Navy, my eldest brother Mario Valle served in the U.S. Army, my nephew/godson Mark Valle is currently serving in the U.S. Army, and I served in the U.S. Navy.

And it was just a couple weeks ago, I received the Distinguished Service Award (DSA) for Veteran Employee of the Year Award for 2019, by the Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce.

We honor all our veterans!

#ProudMilitaryTradition
#CongressionalGoldMedal
#DistinguishedServiceAward

11/11/2019

Hi all, in support of Veterans Day, WUSA 9 and USO-Metro will host their annual Turkeys for Troops Telethon today starting at 9 am! You can also watch me and view my veterans story on Channel 9 tomorrow at 12 noon and 6 pm.

Please make a donation! Did you know that one $50 donation can provide a Thanksgiving meal for an active-duty junior enlisted military family of six!

Tune in to WUSA Channel 9 on Veterans Day, November 11, 2019 for the WUSA Turkeys for Troops Telethon! USO-Metro volunteers, sponsors and special guests will be LIVE in the studio at 9:00 a.m., Noon, and throughout the evening news.

Click here to make a donation:
https://www.classy.org/campaign/2019-turkeys-for-troops-telethon/c248059

Visit wusa9.com/turkeysfortroops for more information about the Telethon.

#TurkeysForTroops