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Contents

Preamble to the Constitution .......................................................................................... 3

A Brief History of American Legion Post 162 Lorton VA ............................................. 4

2016/17 Post Officers ................................................................................................................. 5

List of 2016/17 Post Officers ................................................................................................... 8

Board of Directors ........................................................................................................................ 8

American Legion Auxiliary Unit 162 .................................................................................... 8

Sons of The American Legion Squadron 162 .................................................................... 9

American Legion Riders Chapter 162 .................................................................................. 9

Legionnaire of the Year George Frank .............................................................................. 10

Post 162 Officers Installation June 4, 2016 .................................................................... 11

Flag Retirement Ceremony .................................................................................................... 18

POW/MIA Remembrance Ceremony ................................................................................. 20

Post 162 Annual Picnic 2016 ................................................................................................ 22

Oktoberfest 2016 ....................................................................................................................... 25

Boys and Girls State Recognition Dinner ......................................................................... 29

American Legion Week and Veterans Day Festivities ................................................ 32

Early Bird Dinner ....................................................................................................................... 35

Post 162 Oratorical Contest .................................................................................................. 36

UTV Presentation Event at Post 162 ................................................................................. 37

Mason’s Dream Fundraiser .................................................................................................... 40

Avon Walk 2017 ......................................................................................................................... 40

2017 Officer Elections .............................................................................................................. 41

Memorial Day 2017 Weekend Events ............................................................................... 43

Flag Placement at Silverbrook, Pohick and Cranford Churches May 28, 2017

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Joint American Legion Post 162 and VL 1569 Fairfax Memorial Day

Remembrance Ceremony May 29, 2017 ..................................................................... 47

Boys State 2017 Orientation ................................................................................................. 50

Special Presentation of Recognition and Legionnaire of the Year 2017 ............ 51

Index ................................................................................................................................................ 55

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Preamble to the Constitution

FOR GOD AND COUNTRY WE ASSOCIATE OURSELVES TOGETHER

FOR THE FOLLOWING PURPOSES:

To uphold and defend the Constitution of the United States of America;

To maintain law and order;

To foster and perpetuate a one hundred percent Americanism;

To preserve the memories and incidents of our associations in the Great

Wars;

To inculcate a sense of individual obligation to the community, state and

nation;

To combat the autocracy of both the classes and the masses;

To make right the master of might;

To promote peace and goodwill on earth;

To safeguard and transmit to posterity the principles of justice, freedom

and democracy;

To consecrate and sanctify our comradeship by our devotion to mutual

helpfulness.

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A Brief History of American Legion Post 162 Lorton VA

In October 1933, a group of young Veterans, met in a room over the Post Office

at Lorton, which at that time was known as Springman’s Store. These veterans

decided to form an American Legion Post. A temporary Charter was applied for

at Department Headquarters in Richmond, Virginia. The application was

approved by the Department of Virginia, and on November 13th, 1933 Pohick

Post #162, the American Legion began operating under a Temporary Charter.

Mr. Edwie Welsh was elected the first Commander for the years 1933-1934.

Permission was obtained through the kindness of one of the members on the

school board to hold our monthly meetings in the old Lorton School House; we

were later allowed to use the new school.

In July 1938, a resolution was presented and adopted to change the name of

Pohick Post #162, to Lorton Post #162. A permanent charter was also applied

for and granted at this time.

In the fall of 1938 a resolution was passed that the Post pay $2.50 for a

Charter for the Ladies Auxiliary, A permanent charter was issued on January

9th, 1939 for the Ladies Auxiliary.

The Lorton Post Home was dedicated on June l4, 1952. In September 1968 the

Post applied for and received a permit to add on to the original building.

Prior to 1952 the Post was in the midst of erecting a new building. Mr. And

Mrs. Bodanheiner donated the land to the Legion and the right of way by our

departed comrade Herbert Harr. Fred Stevens, Commander 1952-1953, was

the first Commander to hold a meeting in our new building. In 1954 the post

was operating under the debt of $5,000.00 and mortgaged to a non-member of

the post. The Executive Committee proposed a motion and it passed to sell 50

non-interest bearing certificates at $100.00 each, in order to raise $5,000.00 to

pay off the mortgage and retain title to the property. All 50 were sold and the

members who purchased the certificates were reimbursed when the post got

out of debt.

In 1960 the Personal Property Disposal Office, U.S. Naval Weapons Plant,

Washington, D.C. was contacted to procure one Torpedo Mark 15, Mod 3

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equipped with a plastic loaded warhead, to display in front of the Post Home.

On June 29th, 1961 it was delivered to the Post from the U.S. Naval Weapons

Station, Yorktown, Virginia. (The only thing remaining today is the plastic

loaded warhead located in front of the caboose) In 1961 Joe and Emma

Shortsleeve compiled the first written history of Post 162.

In June 2014, Patricia Veld became the first female veteran to be elected Post

Commander, this milestone was achieved just a few years after Past Post

Commander Samuel S. Ramseur became the first African-American Post

Commander elected in 2007.

David Wallace became the Commander on June 4th, on what would become a

year of financial turmoil. Despite all the speedbumps along the way, Post 162

was able to forge ahead and be successful.

2016/17 Post Officers

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David Wallace Commander Post 162

Commander David Wallace and Rodman Sansone 1st Vice Commander

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Brian Michelli 2nd Vice Commander

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List of 2016/17 Post Officers Post Commander: Dave Wallace 1st Vice Commander: Rodman Sansone 2nd Vice Commander: James Mitchell/Brian Michelli

3rd Vice Commander: Brian Michelli Chaplain: Elaina Halford/Sam Ramseur

Historian: Brenda Moy/Victor Graulau Finance Officer: Vacant Service Officer: Tony Husen Sergeant-at-Arms: George Frank Judge Advocate Rick Weinard Legionnaire of the Year George Frank Adjutant Brenda Moy.

Board of Directors

Paul Goodin John Mackay Bill Strawsburg George Frank Sam Ramseur Victor Graulau Tony Husen Tony Androsky Dave Lowden

American Legion Auxiliary Unit 162

President Karen Donais Vice President Deb Mohaupt Vice President Gloria Bannister Treasurer Amy Bowser Historian Vacant Chaplain Almeta Bowman Sgt-At-Arms Lori Mills Secretary Vacant

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Sons of The American Legion Squadron 162

Commander Victor Graulau Vice Commander Clifton Smith Vice Commander Robert Lucas Vice Commander Marv Rodney Judge Advocate Steve Levinson Finance Officer Vacant Sgt-At-Arms Jeremy Wallace Chaplain Dave Albert

American Legion Riders Chapter 162

Director George Frank Assistant Director Jason Hoffstot Finance Officer Jen Donohue/Nora Cavanaugh Sgt-At-Arms Chris Young Chaplain Robert Lucas Road Captains Bill Kegelmeyer, Randy Hacker

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Legionnaire of the Year George Frank

George Frank is presented with a Certificate as Post 162 Legionnaire of the Year for 2015/16 by outgoing Post 162 Commander Patricia Veld.

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Post 162 Officers Installation June 4, 2016

Post Installation marked the end of the second term for Commander Patty Veld

and the beginning of the elected Post Commander David L. Wallace. The

installing officer for Post 162 and SAL Squadron 162 was Past 17th District

Commander and Past Department Commander Brett Reistad of McLean Post

270, his Chaplain, Past 17th District Commander, and Current Department

Historian Samuel Ramseur, and the Sergeant-At-Arms, Past Department

Commander George Lussier. The Auxiliary Unit Installing officer was 17th

District Auxiliary President Edna Eagle, with Della Lockett as the Installing

Chaplain.

Dick George of Post 1976 installed the officers of the American Legion Riders

Chapter.

Outgoing Commander Veld presented an award to SAL and ALR officer Randy

Hacker for his assistance in the year’s functions. George Frank was presented

with the Legionnaire of the Year for 2015-16.

Post Chaplain Kenneth Packwood gives the invocation prayer

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Sergeant at Arms George Frank places the POW/MIA drape over the empty chair

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Installing Officer Edna Eagle, Chaplain Della Lockett, and Unit 162 President Jen Donohue

Officers of Unit 162, Karen Donais, Deb Mohaupt, Gloria Bannister, Amy Bowser and Jen Donohue

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Karen Donais presents Jen Donohue a gift for her dedicated service to the Auxiliary Unit

Dick George installs the officers of the Riders Chapter 162

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The Officers of the Riders Chapter 162: George Frank, Jason Hoffstot and Jen Donohue

Installing Officer Brett Reistad and Chaplain Sam Ramseurawait the incoming officers to be escorted to the stage.

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The Officers of Post 162 and Squadron 162 prepare to take the oath of office. Installation Sergeant at Arms George Lussier gets everyone ready.

Brett Reistad presents the newly elected officers of Post and Squadron 162

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Past SAL Commander Steve Levinson gives thanks to the SAL for the past year.

Incoming Commander David Wallace speaks to the audience

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Flag Retirement Ceremony

On Sunday, Jun 12th, Legion Family members at Post 162 took part in a Flag

Retirement Ceremony in honor and retrospect of Flag Day which was Jun 14th.

Junior Members of the Sons of The American Legion, Sgt-at-Arms Jeremy

Wallace and Brandon Frank accompanied Post 162 Sgt-at-Arms George Frank

in presenting the ceremonial flag for inspection. Chaplain Elaina Halford

provided the opening prayer and benediction. After the presentation, the

solemn portion of retiring the flags was performed. Light refreshments were

served following the ceremony.

Commander Wallace SAL 2nd Vice Robert Lucas, Sgt At Arms George Frank Inspect Flags with SAL Sgt At Arms Jeremy Wallace

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Sgt At Arms George Frank, SAL Sgt At Arms Jeremy Wallace and Brandon Frank prepare for the ritual burning of the the retired flags

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POW/MIA Remembrance Ceremony

Saturday Sept 10th, the officers from the American Legion Family took part in

the Annual POW/MIA Remembrance Ceremony. The ceremony symbolizes the

ordeal of the Vietnam POW and the missing still unaccounted from the past

conflicts.

Post Commander Dave Wallace, ALR Secretary-Treasurer Jen Donohue, ALR

Director George Frank, and Dave Lowden paid their respects for the POWs

and MIAs. SAL Sergeant At Arms Jeremy Wallace placed the POW/MIA Drape

on the empty chair.

Each of the representatives played a role in identifying the symbolic items on

the table from the empty chair, plate, the wine glass, the red rose the slice of

lemon, and the unlit candle.

Commander Wallace and George Frank at the beginning of the POW/MIA ceremony

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George Frank and Dave Lowden with Jeremy Wallace after the POW/MIA Drape is placed on the empty Chair.

George Frank, Dave Lowden and Jen Donohue participate in the POW/MIA Ceremony

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Post 162 Annual Picnic 2016

Immediately after the POW/MIA Ceremony started the annual Picnic, It was a

bit overcast, but the rains managed to pass us. The “Pig Man” prepared a fine

spread of food, from Pulled Pork, hamburgers, hot dogs, to Macaroni and

Cheese and baked beans. Department Membership Chair Bob Brady and Past

17th District Commanders Robert Renner, Ray Lockett and our own Sam

Ramseur were in attendance. The event was a family affair with lots of

children playing games, prizes and good food. September 10, 2016 was

another in a long line of successful Open House/Picnics!

Figure 1 Bob Brady, Sam Ramseur, Bob Renner, and Commander Wallace take time out to discuss the events of the day.

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Randy Hacker looks over all the good food by the "Pig Man". Too many choices!

The children enjoy the face painting Clown!

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The annual picnic would not be the same without the "Pig Man" and his family as they prepare all the food to include a roasted pig.

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Oktoberfest 2016

A continuing tradition at Post 162 has been the annual Oktoberfest

celebration. The post held the event on September 24th. There was authentic

food, German Beer, and entertainment provided by Squadron 162

Commander Victor Graulau. Past Unit 162 President Jen Donohue, Gloria

Bannister, Arleen and Maria Leydig helped prepare, serve the food. Betty

O’Connor worked her magic behind the bar. The SAL had several raffles and

raised over 300 dollars which went to Operation Comfort Warriors. Thanks go

to those who attended and the German Gourmet of Falls Church Virginia,

which provided the Potato Salad and the brotchen.

Past Auxiliary President Jen Donohue and Post Judge Advocate Rick Weinard

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Gloria Bannister prepares to serve the Oktoberfest dinner of schnitzel, bratwurst, cabbage and German potato salad

17th District Commander Robert Eidsvoog and his wife.

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Sara Rodney, Past Commander Marv Rodney and his son Chris Rodney

Virginia SAL Detachment Commander Johnny Baker and his lovely wife Joyce Baker.

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Rod Sansone enjoying the Oktoberfest atmosphere!

The Rodneys, Bernie Duncan and his wife Georgia Duncan relax after the meal.

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Arleen Leydig and Rick Weinard dancing to a polka!

Boys and Girls State Recognition Dinner

On Aug 25th, Post 162 welcomed eight Boys and two Girls State

delegates and their families to a dinner ceremony to honor their

accomplishments both at Boys and Girls State and in their schools

and communities. This was a significant occasion for one of our

most important Legion programs which brought together over 40

friends, families, and school counselors from our four local area

high schools. The families of our delegates enjoyed a superb

program of events accompanied by a delicious meal prepared by

Auxiliary Unit 162. This event combined the efforts of both our

Auxiliary and SAL members and culminated into a truly memorable

night for all. Our guests offered plenty of praise, gratitude, and

appreciation to our Post and the American Legion. We clearly left an

indelible mark on them and, more importantly, served to remind

them that their American Legion is there to carry on the legacy of

Americanism, God, and Country.

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Commander Wallace presents VA Boys State Governor Yosaph Boku a certificate of appreciation

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Boys State and Girls State Representatives, along with Post Commander Dave Wallace (far

left) and Auxiliary President Karen Donais and First Vice Commander Rod Sansone (far

right)

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American Legion Week and Veterans Day Festivities

On November 11th 2016 Commander Dave Wallace held the Veterans Day

Ceremony in the Post 162 Banquet Hall. An Honor Guard detail from the

Hayfield Secondary School presented the Colors.

As part of the Legion Week recognition, 1st Vice Commander Rod Sansone had

a cake cutting ceremony to celebrate the 241st Birthday of the United States

Marine Corps. A special presentation was given and an officer’s sabre was

used to cut the cake.

The start of the ceremonies as SAL Sergeant At Arms Jeremy Wallace places the POW/MIA drape on the empty chair.

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Rick Weinard and his daughter Erica, with Paul Goodin as they listen to the Commander talk about the meaning of Veterans Day

The Hayfield High School Army JROTC Honor Guard with Commander Wallace

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The USMC Birthday Cake

Figure 2 The USMC Birthday Cake cutting ceremony with Karen Donais, Rod Sansone with special guests

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Early Bird Dinner

Post 162 held a membership “Early Bird” dinner for those American

Legion Family members who renewed or joined prior to October

20th. The turnout was excellent and the food was prepared by

Auxiliary Unit 162.The Early Bird Dinner was on evening of

November 11th

Amy Bowser, Wesley Moy, and Post 162 Adjutant Brenda Moy are enjoying the buffet style food.

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Post 162 Oratorical Contest

Despite the blustery weather, sheets of ice on the roads, and

numerous vehicle acci-dents, Post 162 conducted an Oratorical

contest on Saturday, Dec 17th. Three judges watched and listened

intently as Ryan Huck spoke eloquently on the virtues and values

embedded in our Constitution and its Amendments. The message, as

our Constitution came alive in our banquet hall, was both powerful

and moving to hear. We heard weighty declarations on our right to

have a trial by jury, powers reserved to the States, and Congress’

ability to lay and collect taxes. For those of us in the audience it was

a valuable reminder on why our Constitution remains such a tour de

force.

1st Vice Commander Rod Sansone presents Ryan Huck a Certificate of Appreciation for his efforts at the Post and 17th District Oratorical Contests

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UTV Presentation Event at Post 162

On Saturday, Jan 21st, at American Legion Post 162 in Lorton, Va.,

a Utility Task Vehicle (UTV) Presentation ceremony was provided to

wounded warrior Brian Brennan and he officially received the keys

to his newly donated UTV as an appreciation for his service and

sacrifice.

The UTV donation was from a private donor, Dr. Ike Lans, a Dentist

from Ashburn, VA, who wanted to thank a service member.

American Legion Post 162 and Post 2001 in Ashburn, Va., helped

make this honorable do- nation a success.

Commander Wallace addresses the crowd at the presentation.

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Tony Husen congratulates Dr. Ike Lans. Sam Ramseur, Commander Wallace and Commander Chuck Loomis of Post 2001 Ashburn are present.

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Figure 3 Dr Ike Lans presents the UTV keys to Brian Brennan as Service Officer Tony Husen watches.

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Mason’s Dream Fundraiser

On February 26, 2017, Squadron 162 hosted a fundraising tailgate for Mason

Gareis, a South County High School student, who has type 1 diabetes. His

service dog Abel can detect any changes in blood sugar levels, and on

numerous times has helped Mason(Once at the Post during the tailgate!) The

post, SAL and private donations was able to raise $400 towards the $24,000

required to train, feed and care for Abel. We had a great turnout for the

Daytona 500 tailgate for Mason’s Dream Dog. The Post 162 family thanks

Mason’s mom Hollie Smith for her effort during the tailgate.

Hollie Smith, Mason Gareis, Abel and Commander Wallace

Avon Walk 2017

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Members of the Post 162 American Legion Family took part in Avon 39, a 39 mile walk

through the Washington DC suburbs ending at Capitol Hill.

The two day walk is a culmination of fundraising events where each walker has to raise

a minimum of 1,800 dollars. The walk is 26 miles the first day and 13 miles on the final

day. This year the Walk for the cure started Saturday May 5th and concluded Sunday

May 1st.

The funds raised by the walkers, will go to local beneficiaries to include, Johns Hopkins

Medical Center, Georgetown University Hospital, and George Washington University

Hospital Cancer Center. The Post help sponsor two walkers: Milagros Rivera, and Sara

Rodney, who are members of the American Legion Auxiliary. Thanks go to all the Legion

Family of Post 162, Post 10, and Woodbridge Moose Lodge 583 for their support. Special

thanks goes to Past Commander Marv Rodney and Juan Rodriguez for their

participation in the weekend event.

Milagros Rivera and Sara Rodney at the walk

2017 Officer Elections

There were no elections for the year. The slate of officers were voted at the April 2017

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General Membership Meeting.

Officers:

Commander Juan Rodriguez (resigned prior to installation)

1st Vice Vacant

2nd Vice Steve Leo (Interim Commander)

3rd Vice Vic Machalec

Chaplain Houston Smith

Finance Officer Vacant

Service Officer Tony Husen

Historian Vacant

Sergeant-at-Arms Vacant

Trustees:

Sam Ramseur Victor Graulau Patricia Veld

Board of Directors

Victor Graulau Sam Ramseur Tony Androsky

All other positions are currently vacant, 2nd Vice Commander Steve Leo will serve as

interim Commander.

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Memorial Day 2017 Weekend Events

Flag Placement at Silverbrook, Pohick and Cranford Churches May 28, 2017

Despite an overcast morning, members of the Post 162 family, La Société des

Quarante Hommes et Huit Chevaux (Forty and Eight), and the USSVI (Sub

Vets) Base Lorton, placed flags at the Pohick, Cranford and Silverbrook

Churches. The flag placement has been a tradition at Lorton Post 162, Forty

and Eight and the Sub Vets for over two decades.

Squadron 162 Sergeant at Arms Jeremy Wallace places a flag on a grave at Cranford Church.

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A Flag is being placed on the gravesite at Silverbrook Church by John Szymczak

One of our newest SAL members Alejandro Szymczak placing a flag at Pohick Church

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Sam Ramseur's daughter places a flag at Pohick Church

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A group photo in front of the Cranford United Methodist Church sign

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Joint American Legion Post 162 and VL 1569 Fairfax Memorial Day

Remembrance Ceremony May 29, 2017

Post Commander David Wallace addresses the audience at the annual Memorial Day Remembrance Ceremony.

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Dignitaries from “La Societe de Quarante Hommes et Huit Chevaux” took part in the Memorial Day weekend Ceremonies. Grande du Virginia Chef de Gare Jay Wilson is at

the podium

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Commander Dave Wallace and Event Chaplain Victor Graulau, pay tribute to the comrades who entered Post Everlasting. At the conclusion of the ceremony, Taps was played by SAL 162 Jeremy Wallace. The Memorial Day Remembrance ceremony was attended by people from 16 states, one of the largest attendees for this annual event.

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Boys State 2017 Orientation

May 22nd, 1st Vice Commander Rod Sansone conducted the Virginia American

Legion Boys State orientation for the delegates of Post 162, The Orientation

was to familiarize the boys with the various aspects of Boys State, from the

bus trip to Radford University, roles and responsibilities of each delegate and

special programs and functions.

Rod’s son Patrick shared his experience from his attendance at the 2016 Boys

State. Commander Dave Wallace welcomed the parents of the delegates, and

SAL Squadron Commander Victor Graulau talked about membership in the

Sons of The American Legion, and his own experiences as a Supreme Court

Justice at the 1981 American Legion Boys State.

Rod Sansone talks to the parents and Boys State candidates

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All the boys and their parents were in attendance for the orientation

Special Presentation of Recognition and Legionnaire of the Year 2017

The Lucian Butler Scholarship is given each year to those high school seniors

who have shown great merit in the spirit of the American Legion and its

programs. Lorton Post 162 had three Lucian Butler Scholarship award

recipients: Patrick Sansone, Dominic Mancini, and Carter Engvall. This may be

the first time three scholarship award winners came from the same post. All

three are members of the Sons Of The American Legion Squadron 162.

Congratulations.

We also took time to recognize 1st Vice Commander Rodman Sansone as the

Legionnaire of the Year for 2016/17. Normally the award is presented at the

Officers Installation, however Rod and his son Patrick had to make a special

trip to The University of Notre Dame in South Bend Indiana. Patrick will be

attending Notre Dame as his college of choice. Patrick Sansone has been

selected for the SAL Detachment Of Virginia Scholarship.

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Commander Wallace and Patrick Sansone

Commander Wallace with Dominic Mancini

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Carter Engvall with Commander Wallace

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Commander Wallace presents Rod Sansone as the Legionnaire of the Year for 2016/17

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Index

"Pig Man", 26 17th District Commander

Robert Eidsvoog, 28 African-American Post

Commander, 5 Alan Amos, 9 Alejandro Szymczak, 46 Almeta Bowman, 10 American Legion Family, 43 American Legion Post 162, 49 Amy Bowser, 10, 15 April 30th, 43 Arleen and Maria Leydig, 27 Arleen Leydig, 31 Auxiliary Unit 162., 32 Bernie Duncan, 31 Beth Mohaupt, 10 Betty O’Connor, 27 Bill Kegelmeyer, 11 Bill Strawsburg, 9 Bob Brady, 24 Bob Renner, 24 Brandon Frank, 20, 21 Brenda Moy, 9 Brett Reistad, 17, 18 Brian Brennan, 39, 41 Brian Michelli, 8, 9 Capitol Hill, 43 Carter Engvall, 53, 55 Chris Rodney, 29 Chris Young, 11 Chuck Loomis, 40 Clifton Smith, 11

Commander Wallace, 22, 24, 32, 35, 39, 40, 42, 54, 55, 56

Cordell Creditt, 13 Cranford Church, 45 Cranford United Methodist

Church, 48 Dave Albert, 11 Dave Lowden, 9, 22, 23 Dave Wallace, 9, 22, 33, 51, 52 David Wallace, 5, 7, 19, 49 Deb Mohaupt, 10, 15 Della Lockett, 13, 14 Department of Virginia, 4 Dick George, 13, 16 Dominic Mancini, 53, 55 Dr Ike Lans, 41 Dr. Ike Lans, 39, 40 Edna Eagle, 13, 14 Edwie Welsh, 4 Elaina Halford, 9, 20 Erica Weinard, 35 Fred Stevens, 4 George Frank, 9, 11, 12, 13,

14, 17, 20, 21, 22, 23 George Lussier, 18 George Washington University

Hospital Cancer Center, 43 Georgetown University

Hospital, 43 Georgia Duncan, 31 German Gourmet, 27 Gloria Bannister, 10, 15, 27,

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Grande du Virginia Chef de Gare, 50

Hayfield High School Army JROTC Honor Guard, 35

Herbert Harr, 4 Hollie Smith, 42 Houston Smith, 44 James Mitchell, 9 Jason Hoffstot, 11, 17 Jay Wilson, 50 Jen Donohue, 11, 15, 16, 17,

22, 23, 27 Jeremy Wallace, 11, 20, 21,

22, 23, 34, 45, 51 Joe and Emma Shortsleeve, 5 John Mackay, 9 John Szymczak, 46 Johnny Baker, 30 Johns Hopkins Medical Center,

43 Joyce Baker, 30 Juan Rodriguez, 43, 44 June l4, 1952, 4 Karen Donais, 10, 15, 16, 33,

36 Kenneth Packwood, 13 La Societe de Quarante

Hommes et Huit Chevaux, 50

Legionnaire of the Year for 2016/17, 53

Lori Mills, 10 Lorton Post #162, 4 Lucian Butler Scholarship, 53 Marv Rodney, 29, 43 Mason Gareis, 42 Mason’s Dream Dog, 42 May 1st, 43

May 29, 2016, 49 Milagros Rivera, 43 Mr. And Mrs. Bodanheiner, 4 Nora Cavanaugh, 11 November 13th, 1933, 4 Operation Comfort Warriors,

27 Patricia Veld, 5, 12, 44 Patrick Sansone, 52, 53, 54 Paul Goodin, 9, 35 Personal Property Disposal

Office, U.S. Naval Weapons Plant, Washington, D.C., 5

Pohick Church, 46 Pohick Post #162, 4 Post 2001 Ashburn, 40 POW/MIA Ceremony, 24 POW/MIA Remembrance

Ceremony, 22 Radford University, 52 Randy Hacker, 11, 13, 25 Ray Lockett, 24 Raymond Lockett, 13 Rick Weinard, 9, 11, 12, 27,

31, 35 Robert Lucas, 11, 20 Robert Renner, 24 Rod Sansone, 30, 33, 36, 38,

52, 56 Rodman Sansone, 7, 9, 53 Ryan Huck, 38 SAL Detachment Of Virginia

Scholarship, 54 Sam Ramseur, 9, 17, 24, 40,

44 Samuel S. Ramseur, 5 Sara Rodney, 29, 43 September 10, 2016, 24

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September 1968, 4 Silverbrook Church, 46 Sons Of The American Legion

Squadron 162, 53 South Bend Indiana, 54 South County High School, 42 Springman’s Store, 4 Steve Leo, 44

Steve Levinson, 11, 19 The Lucian Butler Scholarship, 53 The University of Notre Dame, 54 Tony Androsky, 9, 44

Tony Husen, 9, 40, 41, 44 Torpedo Mark 15, 5 U.S. Naval Weapons Station,

Yorktown, Virginia, 5 USMC Birthday Cake, 36 Vic Machalec, 44 Victor Graulau, 9, 11, 27, 44, 51, 52 Virginia American Legion Boys

State, 52 VL 1569 Fairfax, 49 William Strawsburg, 11 Yosaph Boku, 32