American Legion Post 173

09/04/2026

09/01/2026

Members of Whitewater American Legion Post 173 were busy today helping set up the Walworth County American Legion booth at the Walworth County Fair.

If you're attending the fair this week, stop by to learn more about the American Legion's work supporting veterans, military families, youth programs, and our local communities. You can also test your knowledge with our patriotic trivia challenge and enter our giveaway drawing.

We hope to see you at the fair!

08/12/2026

The Remembering Our Fallen national touring memorial to those killed in Iraq and Afghanistan will be in Waukesha at the Schuetze Recreation Center from August 19 - 23.

The National Iraq - Afghanistan Memorial - Remembering Our Fallen - is a photographic war memorial with over 5,000 Fallen that honors our country’s military Fallen from The Global War on Terror (9/11/2001 - 8/30/2021 ). This memorial also includes those who died in training accidents, whether .....

08/07/2026

Attention Post 173 members!

We’re excited to share our new Post t-shirt design! The Post will be purchasing a shirt for current members at no cost.

These shirts are a great way to represent Post 173 at community events, volunteer activities, and other casual functions.

Please comment below or email us with your preferred shirt size (S–5XL) by September 3, our next Post meeting.

Check out the front and back designs below!

07/16/2026

It is with sadness that we share the passing of our fellow Legionnaire, Wayne Bentel.

Wayne was a longtime member of the American Legion and remained active in our Post for many years. He played an important role in establishing our Post website and coordinated the annual donation of lap quilts for local veterans. His dedication and willingness to serve will be remembered by all who knew him.

We extend our deepest condolences to Connie and the entire Bentel family.

Visitation will be held Saturday, July 18, from 1:00–3:00 PM at Henke-Clarson Funeral Home, 1010 N. Wright Road, Janesville, with a prayer service beginning at 2:30 PM. Burial will take place at a later date at Southern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Union Grove.

Rest in peace, Wayne. Thank you for your service to our nation, our community, and our Post.

View Wayne Frederick Bentel's obituary, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

07/03/2026

🇺🇸 The Holiday Flag is flying at 292 S. Wisconsin St. as we prepare to celebrate Independence Day!

Join us tomorrow for the Whitewater Fourth of July Parade, and then at 1:00 PM for the Starin Park War Memorial Rededication Ceremony at the monument in Starin Park.

🎖️Whether you're a Legion member or not, all veterans are welcome to join us in the parade, either on the float or walking with the Post. Send us a message for more details.

Have a safe and happy Fourth of July!

07/02/2026

For nearly 40 years, the Starin Park War Memorial has stood as a tribute to Whitewater-area servicemen who gave their lives in World War II, Korea, and Vietnam.

Join us on Saturday, July 4 at 1:00 PM as we rededicate this important community landmark and renew our commitment to remembering the sacrifices it represents.

The ceremony will include military honors provided by American Legion Post 173 and will recognize the legacy of the men whose names are inscribed on the memorial.

📍 Starin Park Monument, Whitewater
🕐 July 4, 2026 • 1:00 PM

05/24/2026

🇺🇸 Post 173 is grateful for the incredible volunteers who help make Memorial Day weekend possible.

From the 4-H members, Girl Scouts, VFW Post 5470, Whitewater, WI brothers and sisters, and community volunteers who helped cover Hillside Cemetery in flags for our veterans, to the Legionnaires preparing the old armory for tomorrow’s ceremony, we truly could not do it without all of you.

We are proud to be part of a community that continues to show such care and respect for those who served. Thank you for continuing the traditions that make Whitewater special. ❤️

We hope to see you tomorrow for the Memorial Day Parade and armory program, where we will welcome guest speaker Lieutenant Colonel (Ret.) Jonathan Roe.

05/22/2026

Final arrangements have been made for Memorial Day activities to be held on Monday, May 25th in Whitewater and hosted by American Legion Post 173 and VFW Post 5470.At 6:00 AM members of the American Legion and anyone who wants to help will gather at the American Legion, 292 S.…