American Legion Post 78 Ridgefield Connecticut

American Legion Post 78 Ridgefield Connecticut This is the official page for Post 78
Ridgefield's Post 78 is active in perpetuating Americanism and comradeship through Legion activities

In gratitude and remembrance of the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our great nation, thank you t...
05/26/2026

In gratitude and remembrance of the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our great nation, thank you to everyone who marched in and attended the Memorial Day parade, honoring our fallen heroes with pride, respect, and unity.

Your presence helped keep alive the memory of those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedoms. May we never forget their courage, their dedication, and the families who continue to carry their legacy.

God bless our heroes, their loved ones, and the United States of America. 🇺🇸

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MEMORIAL DAY PARADE - Monday, May 25This year’s Memorial Day is celebrated on Monday, May 25th. While it is viewed as t...
05/21/2026

MEMORIAL DAY PARADE - Monday, May 25

This year’s Memorial Day is celebrated on Monday, May 25th. While it is viewed as the official start of summer, Memorial Day is not about picnics, hamburgers and hot dogs or even going to the beach. It is a day that we should show our reverend gratitude to the men, women and the surviving families of those who gave their all and paid the supreme sacrifice for our freedom. They fought for us, they fell for us, let us never forget them. Memorial Day is a very patriotic day, one in which I encourage all to renew your pledge of loyalty to our country and its flag.

While honoring our fallen heroes on this day, we will also honor this year’s Memorial Day Parade’s Grand Marshal, Ridgefield native, George Schuster.

Lt. Schuster was drafted into the Navy in 1965, upon graduation from the University of Connecticut. He was commissioned as an Ensign from the Officer Candidate School in Newport, RI and was assigned to be part of the River Assault Flotilla against aggressor forces in the Mekong Delta region of the Republic of Vietnam. After four years of service, George returned home, raised two children with his wife Sylvia, and became a Financial Consultant and Asset Manager with Merrill Lynch for 35 years.

Lt. Schuster is the main speaker at our closing ceremony in Ballard Park immediately following the parade, which begins at 11:30 a.m. All are invited to attend.

Commander Besse, American Legion Post 78

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Prepare for Memorial Day by Honoring Our VeteransThe American Legion’s annual grave decorating will take place this Frid...
05/20/2026

Prepare for Memorial Day by Honoring Our Veterans

The American Legion’s annual grave decorating will take place this Friday evening, May 22.

More than 1,200 flags will be placed on veterans’ graves throughout our local cemeteries. This important tradition depends on the support of volunteers from the community, including Cub Scouts, Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, local organizations, AND residents of all ages. Everyone is invited to lend a patriotic hand.

Volunteers should report to the American Legion Hall (the Little Red School House), 71 North Salem Road (Route 116), by 6:00 p.m. After a brief instruction on proper flag placement, teams will disperse to the cemeteries, where Legionnaires will be stationed to provide guidance.

Please bring a large screwdriver or similar tool to help make guide holes for the flags. With enough volunteers, the work is usually completed within an hour.

Join us in this meaningful tradition and help honor the true spirit of Memorial Day.

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05/02/2026

Since 1999, has served as the opportunity to honor the service & sacrifice of U.S. servicemembers past & present, & their families. We look forward to seeing all of them honored this month, including on , , & .

05/01/2026

🌺 Saturday, May 16 is Poppy Day! 🌺

Members and friends of Post 78 Ridgefield will be out in the community on Saturday, May 16, offering red poppies in exchange for donations. These poppies are more than just a symbol—they honor the sacrifice of those who served and died for our country, inspired by the remembrance tradition following World War I. Wearing a red poppy is a visible way to show respect and keep their memory alive.

This important fundraising effort directly supports the Post’s community-focused programs and services for veterans, families, and local initiatives.

You can find us - morning and afternoon - at the following locations:
• Starbucks
• Dunkin’
• Parma Market & Bakery
• Ridgefield Bagels and Bakes
• Coldwell Banker

Help us continue making a difference. Every contribution, big or small, goes a long way in supporting those who have served and in strengthening our community.

Thank you for your support.

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Members of Post 78 Ridgefield recently attended RVNAhealth’s 25th Anniversary Spring Breakfast and fundraiser. RVNAhealt...
04/30/2026

Members of Post 78 Ridgefield recently attended RVNAhealth’s 25th Anniversary Spring Breakfast and fundraiser. RVNAhealth remains deeply committed to its mission of delivering compassionate, high-quality healthcare whenever and wherever it is needed, guided by a vision of a healthy community for all. Post 78 is proud to support this important mission and extends its sincere thanks to Kane Funeral Home Inc. for generously hosting a table for its members.

Pictured: 1st row, L-R: Joe Cosgrove, John Knoche, Commander George Besse, Adjutant George Schuster. 2nd row, L-R: Don Daughters, Finance Officer Neil Fritz, 1st Vice Commander Tim Dowding, Chaplain John Gillaugh, Sgt.-at-Arms Geoff Harrington.

Thank you so much to the West Point Band for their fantastic performance last night at Ridgefield High School!
04/11/2026

Thank you so much to the West Point Band for their fantastic performance last night at Ridgefield High School!

04/06/2026

Come out this Friday night to see the West Point Army Band perform.

đź“…Friday, April 10, 2026
🕢7:00 PM
đź“ŤRidgefield High School - 700 North Salem Road

This free event is presented proudly by the American Legion of Ridgefield
https://www.amlegionpost78.org/

GOT TICKETS?Post 78 is proud to present the West Point Band on Friday, April 10, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. in the Ridgefield Hi...
03/20/2026

GOT TICKETS?

Post 78 is proud to present the West Point Band on Friday, April 10, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. in the Ridgefield High School Auditorium. Doors will open at 6:15 p.m.

This FREE concert is open to the public. Tickets can be picked up at the following locations:

Colby’s
Deborah Ann’s Sweet Shoppe
Dimitri’s Diner
Founders Hall and the Recreation Center
Genoa Deli
Men’s Club
Parma Deli
Planet Pizza
Ridgefield Bagels & Bakes
Ridgefield Hardware
Ridgefield Library
Ridgefield Town Hall
Scott’s Corners (Pound Ridge)
Starbucks
Stop & Shop Courtesy Desk




This past weekend, the Danbury, CT Elks Lodge No. 120 honored Post 78 as its Organization of the Year, recognizing the P...
03/09/2026

This past weekend, the Danbury, CT Elks Lodge No. 120 honored Post 78 as its Organization of the Year, recognizing the Post’s dedicated mentorship, leadership, and service to Ridgefield and surrounding communities. Post 78 Commander George Besse was also presented with the Elks’ Distinguished Citizenship Award for his outstanding and meritorious service to humanity.

Post 78 is grateful to the Elks for this meaningful recognition and proud of Commander Besse’s extraordinary leadership, as well as the selfless service demonstrated by all Post members.





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71 North Salem Road
Ridgefield, CT
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