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American Legion Matthew Blount Post 555

Volume 2 - Issue 4 April 2015

Mathew Blount Post 555, Pelham, AL April 2015

In This Issue

PHS Flag Ceremony 1

Commander’s Corner 2 Adjutant ’s Report 3New Members

Judge Advocate 4 Election of Officers 5Date to Remember

Flag Retirement 6Photos

Chaplain 7Pelham Baseball

Boys State 8

April Program 10

1st Vice Commander 11

Matthew Blount 12

TRH 13Legion Riders

Standing MeetingsWhere: Pelham

Senior CenterWhen:1st Thursday

7:00-8:00 pm

Rescheduled DateNext MeetingApril 9, 2015

Pelham High SchoolFlag Retirement &

Replacement

American Legion Matthew Blount Post 555 along with the U.S. Army Recruiting Command Color Guard conducted the ceremony to retire and replace the U.S. Flag on 17 March 2015 at the Bobby Hayes Baseball Stadium in Pelham, AL, between the first and second games of the double header.

Major General(Retired) James Darden, Army Reserve Ambassador and former Commanding General of the 87th Golden Acorn Command, was the special guest for the ceremony and threw out the first pitch to start the second game.

Flag detailSergeant First Class James Kuppersmith Staff Sergeant David LeeStaff Sergeant Courtney PerryStaff Sergeant Christopher Stevenson Sergeant Michael Chambers

Vocalist Staff Sergeant Tyrell Mays

American Legion Post 555 AttendeesCommand Sergeant Major Barry Blount US Army (retired)SFC Tim AtchensonJim HendleyRichard KasterRon KoonceSSG David LeeTom McDanielAlan PhillipsDon SeibertWilliam Wigginton

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Commander’s Corner

We are starting a new year for the American Legion and I pray that we will continue our commitment to help our fellow military buddy’s, our Country, State, and Community. This story is true in all branches of the Military. I just wanted to reminded everyone that this is why we are still taking care of “ our brothers”. March is the month to remember our Vietnam brothers. God Bless America! Barry Blount

Marine Gen. John Kelly, who lost his son, Marine 1st Lt Robert Kelly, during Operation Enduring Freedom, speaks at the dedication of a memorial Thursday, June 6, 2013, at the San Mateo Memorial Garden in Camp Pendleton, Calif. After reading the speech by General Kelly below you can't help but feel proud of our young men who bravely give their lives for us. Yet, the press talks only about the young radicals on campus who enjoy good lives and destroy the country that gives them so much. One can hardly conceive of the enormous grief held quietly within General Kelly as he spoke. On Nov 13, 2010, Lt. General John Kelly, USMC, gave a speech to the Semper Fi Society of St. Louis, MO. This was four days after his son, Lt Robert Kelly, USMC, was killed by an IED while on his 3rd Combat tour. During his speech, General Kelly spoke about the dedication and valor of our young men and women who step forward each and every day to protect us. During the speech, he never mentioned the loss of his own son. He closed the speech with the moving account of the last six seconds in the lives of two young Marines who died with rifles blazing to protect their brother Marines.

"I will leave you with a story about the kind of people they are, about the quality of the steel in their backs, about the kind of dedication they bring to our country while they serve in uniform and forever after as veterans. Two years ago when I was the Commander of all U.S. and Iraqi forces, in fact, the 22 ND of April 2008, two Marine infantry battalions, 1/9 "The Walking Dead," and 2/8 were switching out in Ramadi. One battalion in the closing days of their deployment going home very soon, the other just starting its seven-month combat tour. Two Marines, Corporal Jonathan Yale and Lance Corporal Jordan Haerter, 22 and 20 years old respectively, one from each battalion, were assuming the watch together at the entrance gate of an outpost that contained a makeshift barracks housing 50 Marines. The same broken down ramshackle building was also home to 100 Iraqi police, also my men and our allies in the fight against the terrorists in Ramadi, a city until recently the most dangerous city on earth and owned by Al Qaeda. Yale was a dirt poor mixed-race kid from Virginia with a wife and daughter, and a mother and sister who lived with him and whom he supported as well. He did this on a yearly salary of less than $23,000. Haerter, on the other hand, was a middle class white kid from Long Island. They were from two completely different worlds. Had they not joined the Marines they would never have met each other, or understood that multiple America's exist simultaneously depending on one's race, education level, economic status, and where you might have been born. But they were Marines, combat Marines, forged in the same crucible of Marine training, and because of this bond they were brothers as close, or closer, than if they were born of the same woman.The mission orders they received from the sergeant squad leader I am sure went something like, "Okay you two clowns, stand this post and let no unauthorized personnel or vehicles pass. You clear?” continued on page

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American Legion PreambleFor 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 good-will 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.

Adjutant’s Area

Matthew Blount Post 555 continues to move forward in accomplishing its goals and objectives.

Join me in welcoming the seventeen new members joining our Post 555 family during the month of March.

Post 555 has submitted application to the Alabama Department for a permanent chart after successfully completing a ninety day probationary period. Listed below are some on the Post’s accomplished activities.

• 9/27-28/2014- Fall State Training Conference,• 10/1/2014- Post 555’s Newsletter ,first edition• 10/7/201- Pelham High School Career Night-• 11/1/2014- Post 555 Website/Facebook Page Active• 11/11/2014 National Veterans Day Parade • 11/11/2014 Veterans Appreciation Welcoming

Center- Texas Road House• 12/6/2014- Veterans Appreciation Night at the

University of Alabama SECHC Hockey• 12/7/2014- Pearl Harbor Recognition- Montgomery• 12/6/2014 - VA Medical Center’s Christmas Gifts• 12/10-13/14- Wreaths Across America- ANC• 1/16/2015- American Legion Oratorical Scholarship-

Pelham High School• 1/16-18/2015- American Legion Welcoming Center-

SECHC Hockey• 1/16-18/2015- Alabama Department Winter

Orange Beach• 2/6/2015- Veterans Recognition Night. SECHC• 2/28/2014- 23rd District’s Oratorical Scholarship • 3/17/2015- Color Guard and Flag Retirement/

Replacement Ceremony - Pelham High School• 3/25/2015-“Dine & Donate” Fund Raiser/Veteran

Welcoming Center-Texas Road HouseMany thanks to those that participated in and supported these actives for veterans, youth & community.Ron Koonce Adjutant

Welcome March 2015 New Members

David InglisChic Cecchini William Ratliff

Jeffrey BryanJoe CniarellaCharles GeterNeil LoweAshley MillerJeffrey MondayJames MonsonDoug RemmenGene RowleyLarry RudolphWilliam Wolf

Jason BaileyGregory Garcia

Robert Sanders

Membership : 67

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Judge Advocate’s Corner

Every part of the American Legion emblem has a meeting, a rich symbolism that a glance does not reveal. The emblem is laid upon the rays of the sun, giver of like, warmth and courage; foe of the c o l d , of the darkness, of fear, of apprehension. In turn, each of the emblem’s parts signifies a meaning, which no American Legionnaire who wears the emblem should take lightly, and which he/she should know from the first moment it is put on. Why does the star signify constancy of purpose? Because the stares are fixed in the heavens. As the stars do not wonder,so should The american Legion now wonder from its fixed purposes. Further, The words “The American Legion” demand “that the wearer shall ever guard the sanctity of home and country and free institutions…” There shines the emblem of The American Legion. It is a badge of pride and distinction, honor and service.

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The Rays of the Sun - The rays of the sun form the background of our proud emblem and suggest the Legion’s principles will dispute the darkness of violence and evil

The Wreath - The wreath forms the center, in loving memory of those brave comrades who gave their lives in the service of the United States that liberty might endure.

The Star - The star, victory symbol of World War I, also symbolizes honor, glory and constancy. The letters “U.S” leave no doubt as to the brightest star in the Legions Star.

Outer Rings - The larger of two outer rings stands for rehabilitation of our sick and disabled comrades. The small inside ring denotes the welfare of America’s children.

Inner Rings - The smaller of two inner rings set upon the star represents service to our communities, states and the nation. The larger outer ring pledges loyalty to Americanism.

American Legion - The word American legion tie the whole together for truth, remembrance, constancy, honor, service, veterans affairs and rehabilitation, children and youth, loyalty, and Americanism.

Chuck Kiser Judge Advocate


Veterans Recognition CommitteeThe following upcoming activities are on the Blue Star Salute calendar in the upcoming months. Triple Nickel members are encouraged to join the Blue Star Salute Foundation for the $25.00 membership fee and participate in any or all of these activities.

Military Appreciation Day – USS Alabama Battleship Park-Mobile-22April

MOAA Convention – Montgomery-25April

#1SonRun – 10K Memorial Run-Leeds Memorial Park-13June

USMC League Convention – Montgomery – 12-14June

AMVETS National Convention – Birmingham-15-23August

SCALNC & Blue Star Salute Meetings – 11March-1200 & 1400 Respectively

2015-2016 Post Officers Election

The process of electing the 2015-2016 Post 555 Officers will occur at the April 2, 2015 meeting. The Nominating Committee will present their slate of nominees . There will then be a call for nominations from the floor. A call for a vote by the membership will then follow.

Positions due for election is Commander, First Vice Commander, Second Vice Commander, and three Executive Board members.

Officers -elect will be installed at the May meeting.

Chuck Kiser Judge Advocate

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Dates to Remember

Post Officer Elections

April 2, 2015

Post Officer InductionsMay 7, 2015

ANC Support Committee

MeetingMay11, 2015

Arm Forces Day

USS AlabamaMay 10, 2015

Memorial DayAlabama National

CemeteryMay 25,2015

Boys State Applications

DueMay 5, 2015

Boy’s StateMay 31-June

6,2015

2015 Depart. Convention

June 19-21, 2015Huntsville , AL

Post Officers Report

DueJuly 1, 2015

Post Consolidation

ReportJuly 1, 2015

Post 555 Officers

Post CommanderBarry Blount

1st Vice Commander

Kenneth Paschal

2nd Vice CommanderDon Seibert

Adjudant Ron Koonce

Judge AdvocateChuck Kiser

Finanical OfficerSSgt. David Lee

ChaplainKenneth Paschal

Sgt. at ArmsJuan Gomez

Service Officer

HistorianRon Koonce

Executive Committee

Richard KasterWilliam Wigginton

Bill Midlik

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Pelham High SchoolFlag Retirement &

Replacement

Helena High School Pelham High School

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Chaplain’s Words for Thought

Volunteer your time and continue to serve! The Call to ServePhilippians 2:7-9When it comes to serving in the church, people rarely request positions where they will go unnoticed. They usually ask to be involved in a place of leadership.Now, there is nothing wrong with heading a committee. But God calls us to have a servant's heart: He desires that our motive be to glorify Him, not ourselves. Over the years, I've had many conversations with young men studying at seminary. Countless times, they share the desire to lead a sizable church. And those who are called to a small congregation frequently struggle with feelings of insignificance. My encouragement to them is this: In His great love, God places us where He wants us to serve, and every task we undertake should be given our all, whether there's one person listening or a multitude. We ultimately serve Jesus, and He is not concerned with the recognition we receive. He desires our obedience and our best effort. This is true not just for pastors but for all believers. There are many reasons the Lord calls us to serve. First, He rids us of pride and selfishness, allowing our focus to be on Him. Second, we proclaim our love for Christ through our care for one another. Third, God tests and purifies our hearts through service. How do you define success? A common

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response is "achieving predetermined goals." Scripture's definition, however, is different. The Lord desires that we discover His plan, obey, and become all that He intended. In other words, or success in the biblical sense, God sets the goals

Resource: Dr. Charles Stanley

For God and Country Kenneth Paschal Chaplain

Matthew Blount Post 555 's Adjutant, Ron Koonce & First Vice Commander, Kenneth Paschal, joined forces with the Alabama Family Rights to greet players, family & fans to Pelham's Baseball Opening Day.Coupons for Post 555's Pelham Texas Road House "Dine & Donate" fund raiser, March 25, 2015, 5-9pm, were distributed.

A number of veterans were greeted resulting in some interested in joining or transferring to Post 555.

Post 555 Attends City of Pelham’s Baseball Opening Day

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Matthew Blount Post 555Next meeting: April 9, 2015 7:00 pm

Food provided by Chick-fil-ACahaba Valley Road

Web: www.alpost555.comwww.facebook.com/alpost555

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Alabama Boys State is one of the highest honors granted to Alabama students. Students from across the state are chosen based on their demonstration of leadership, hard work, strong morals, and motivation in school and community activities. Boys State week is a full and active week held on the campus of The University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa.

At Boys State, student delegates will find the opportunity to build new friendships, participate in a mock government, and hear from and meet a diverse array of Alabama leaders such as Congressmen, state elected officials, business leaders, civic leaders, and others. Delegates will have the opportunity to join interest groups that focus on their individual areas of interest such as law school, fire college, law enforcement academy, aerospace academy, lobbyists, city government, county government, constitutional convention, engineer/computer academy, and environmental interest group. Delegates will also have activity time during which they can

participate in recreational activities such as basketball, volleyball, softball, soccer, academic bowl, etc.

The American Legion believes there is no better way to assure the survival of our republic than to train our young people in the ideals and objectives of American government. By teaching youth to understand and appreciate the basic principles involved in the successful management of a democratic society, we can keep America strong and ensure freedom for future generations. These are the distinguished, long-standing objectives of American Legion Boys States.

Matthew Blount Post 555 is planning on sponsoring at least one Pelham High School student for the 2015 Session. Additional students are dependent on available funding. The cost to sponsor each student is $250.

The deadline for applications is May 5, 2015. The 2015 session is May 31-June 6, 2015

Contact Jim Hendley for more additional [email protected]

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I am also sure Yale and Haerter then rolled their eyes and said in unison something like, "Yes Sergeant," with just enough attitude that made the point without saying the words, "No kidding ‘sweetheart’, we know what we're doing." They then relieved two other Marines on watch and took up their post at the entry control point of Joint Security Station Nasser, in the Sophia section of Ramadi, Al Anbar, Iraq. A few minutes later a large blue truck turned down the alley way - perhaps 60-70 yards in length, and sped its way through the serpentine of concrete jersey walls. The truck stopped just short of where the two were posted and detonated, killing them both catastrophically. Twenty-four brick masonry houses were damaged or destroyed. A mosque 100 yards away collapsed. The truck's engine came to rest two hundred yards away knocking most of a house down before it stopped. Our explosive experts reckoned the blast was made of 2,000 pounds of explosives. Two died, and because these two young infantrymen didn't have it in their DNA to run from danger, they saved 150 of their Iraqi and American brothers-in-arms. When I read the situation report about the incident a few hours after it happened I called the regimental commander for details as something about this struck me as different.Marines dying or being seriously wounded is commonplace in combat. We expect Marines regardless of rank or MOS to stand their ground and do their duty, and even die in the process, if that is what the mission takes. But this just seemed different. The regimental commander had just returned from the site and he agreed, but reported that there were no American witnesses to the event - just Iraqi police. I figured if there was any chance of finding out what actually happened and then to decorate the two Marines to acknowledge their bravery, I'd have to do it as a combat award that requires two eye-witnesses and we figured the bureaucrats back in Washington would never buy Iraqi statements. If it had any chance at all, it had to come under the signature of a general officer. I traveled to Ramadi the next day and spoke individually to a half-dozen Iraqi police all of whom told the same story. The blue truck turned down into the alley and immediately sped up as it made its way through the serpentine. They all said, "We knew immediately what was going on as soon as

the two Marines began firing." The Iraqi police then related that some of them also fired, and then to a man, ran for safety just prior to the explosion. All survived. Many were injured, some seriously. One of the Iraqis elaborated and with tears welling up said, "They'd run like any normal man would to save his life." "What he didn't know until then," he said, "And what he learned that very instant, was that Marines are not normal.” Choking past the emotion he said, "Sir, in the name of God no sane man would have stood there and done what they did." "No sane man." "They saved us all." What we didn't know at the time, and only learned a couple of days later after I wrote a summary and submitted both Yale and Haerter for posthumous Navy Crosses, was that one of our security cameras, damaged initially in the blast, recorded some of the suicide attack. It happened exactly as the Iraqis had described it. It took exactly six seconds from when the truck entered the alley until it detonated. You can watch the last six seconds of their young lives. Putting myself in their heads I supposed it took about a second for the two Marines to separately come to the same conclusion about what was going on once the truck came into their view at the far end of the alley. Exactly no time to talk it over, or call the sergeant to ask what they should do. Only enough time to take half an instant and think about what the sergeant told them to do only a few minutes before, "Let no unauthorized personnel or vehicles pass." The two Marines had about five seconds left to live. It took maybe another two seconds for them to present their weapons, take aim, and open up. By this time the truck was half-way through the barriers and gaining speed the whole time. Here, the recording shows a number of Iraqi police, some of whom had fired their AKs, now scattering like the normal and rational men they were - some running right past the Marines. They had three seconds left to live. For about two seconds more, the recording shows the

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General Kelly continued form page 1

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Marines' weapons firing non-stop the truck's windshield exploding into shards of glass as their rounds take it apart and tore in to the body of the driver who is trying to get past them to kill their brothers - American and Iraqi-bedded down in the barracks totally unaware of the fact that their lives at that moment depended entirely on two Marines standing their ground. If they had been aware, they would have known they were safe because two Marines stood between them and a crazed suicide bomber. The recording shows the truck careening to a stop immediately in front of the two Marines. In all of the instantaneous violence Yale and Haerter never hesitated. By all reports and by the recording, they never stepped back. They never even started to step aside. They never even shifted their weight. With their feet spread shoulder width apart, they leaned into the danger, firing as fast as they could work their weapons. They had only one second left to live.The truck explodes. The camera goes blank. Two young men go to their God. Six seconds. Not enough time to think about their families, their country, their flag, or about their lives or their deaths, but more than enough time for two very brave young men to do their duty into eternity. That is the kind of people who are on watch all over the world tonight - for you. We Marines believe that God gave America the greatest gift he could bestow to man while he lived on this earth - freedom. We also believe he gave us another gift nearly as precious - our soldiers, sailors, airmen, U S Customs and Border Patrol, Coast Guardsmen, and Marines - to safeguard that gift and guarantee no force on this earth can ever steal it away. It has been my distinct honor to have been with you here today. Rest assured our America, this experiment in democracy started over two centuries ago, will forever remain the "land of the free and home of the brave" so long as we never run out of tough young Americans who are willing to look beyond their own self-interest and comfortable lives, and go into the darkest and most dangerous places on earth to hunt down, and kill, those who would do us harm. God Bless America, and SEMPER FIDELIS !"

Often Tested, Always Faithful, Brothers Forever

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Second Vice CommanderDon Seibert

The program for the Post 555 April 9, 2015 meeting will be a presentation by PO1 Bill Wigginton (Retired) on “The History of K9 War Dogs”. The presentation will be covering the history of how dogs descended from wolves, and their continued relationship with mankind up to today’s Military Working Dogs. From the early days of guarding the campus of armies through the centuries, War Dogs were used in almost all known wars and in peacetime with emphasis on America’s conflicts and wars. Pelham Police Officer Steve Johnson along with K-9 “Buzzy” is expected to attend. Bill served from 1970-1974 in the US Air Force with Security Military Police Working Dog units at a number of bases over seas and in the Unites States. He then served in the Navy from 1979 until his retirement in 1995 with rank of Petty Officer 1st Class. Bill is a member of Matthew Blount Post 555 and serves as a member of the Executive Committee. Bill also is the co-founder of the Alabama War Dog Memorial at the USS Alabama Battle Ship Park in Mobile that was dedicated on Veterans Day, 2008.

Plan to join us April 9th and do not miss this presentation. Food will be provided by Chick-fil-A, Cahaba Road , Pelham, AL.


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We’re encouraging members be an active Legionnaire recruiter and invite one potential member to our next meeting in April.

Awareness and presence:Thank You:• I would like to thank Ron Koonce for volunteering to

help with the American Legion, Matthew Blount Post 555 (“Triple Nickel”) partnership with the Alabama Family Rights Association (ALFRA) to greet players, family, fans to Pelham’s Baseball & Softball Opening Day Ceremony on March 21st. Also, included sharing coupons for Post 555’s Pelham Texas Roadhouse “Dine in to Donate” fundraiser, March 25, 2015.

• ]Thanks to Harley Davidson Motorcycle Dealership in Pelham for volunteering to help distribute coupons for Post 555’s fundraiser.

• Thanks to all the Legionnaires, volunteers, and guests that made Post 555 first fundraiser a success.

• Thanks to Chubb’s Grub Station in Alabaster for donating a healthy snack tray to the Post during the March Post 555 meeting. Thanks to Bill Wigginton for volunteering to pick up the tray at 6:00 pm.

• Chick-fil-A in Pelham will donate a snack tray to the Post during the April Post 555 meeting.

We have two upcoming opportunities in community events. All will require volunteers. This is a great opportunity to honor our veterans, serve the local community and youths, and let others veterans know Post 555 exist and active in the communities. If you are interested in volunteering and participating, please email me at [email protected].

April 4th and each month: Opportunity to setup and informational booth and table at Harley Davidson Motorcycle Dealership in Pelham during their Bike Night. I have asked Richard Calnan to coordinate the dates and

time and present to the Post with details. This is another great opportunity to enhance our membership campaign. May 25th: Memorial Day Observance at 9:00 am – We’ll have the opportunity to create a 4-6 man crew to “Fire of a Civil War Artillery” piece to honor our fallen heroes at the Alabama National Cemetery, Montevallo. Current volunteers include: Kenneth Paschal, Bill Wigginton, Richard Kaster, and Thomas McDaniel. We need 2 more volunteers to complete a six man crew. If needed we can fire with a 4-man crew. If you are interested in volunteering and participating, please email me at [email protected]. I spoke with Barry Win( 205-982-7286 / [email protected] ) on March 26, 2015. We plan to do a recon the cemetery site the morning of April 4th.

First Vice CommanderKenneth Paschal








American Legion Matthew Blount Post 555 shares a legacy of its namesake in remembrance as the month of March marks the anniversary of the day he went to be with his Lord on March 10, 2012.

Many youngsters and young Soldiers have visions of heroism, facing an insurmountable foe against overwhelming odds and surviving as a hero or going down in a blaze of glory. For Army 2nd Lt. Matthew Blount, this was never the case. His motivation for everything he did, in and out of the Army uniform, was service - to his family, his community and to his country. "He was all about self-sacrifice," said Chief Warrant Officer 2 Troy Tarazon at Blount's burial service in Alabama, March 13. "He was not about himself, ever." Blount passed away on March 10, 2012 after having fought both leukemia and cancer, less than 72 hours after he realized his dream of an Army commission. "When I think of the traits of a good Soldier, Matt comes to mind as that example," said Army Reserve Ambassador and retired Maj. Gen. James W. Darden who was the guest speaker at the event. "This young man did everything he did, not for personal gain, but for the protection of others." Darden compared Blount to various examples of biblical heroes to illustrate his desire to serve his fellow man.

On December 15, 2012 at the First Baptist Church of Pelham, a special service was held for the installation of a

stained glass window in memory of his service as a Boy Scout leader, a combat medic and a pillar of his church community. The image is that of a praying Soldier, down on one knee next to a cross with a descending dove above it. Since Blount was a medic in northern Iraq, a medic's bag sits on the ground next to the Soldier. There is a shadowed U.S. flag in the background and an Eagle Scout badge in the bottom corner, also in shadow.

This window represents a life achievement that was unscripted for Matt that embodied everything that you see in the window, everything that he believed. It's a piece of Matt that can be a testimony of what he endeavored to be. His legacy continues through the service of the American Legion Matthew Blount Post 555 as it strives to serve God, Country, Veterans, Community and Youth.

Source- Army.mil

Matthew Blount - In Remembrance

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The Triple Nickel is published monthly for members

of Matthew Blount Post 555.50 Racquet Club Parkway

Pelham, AL 35124205-678-1375

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Items for publication are accepted on Executive

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Submit articles prior to the 10th of the month for publication the following month. We reserve the right to edit any submission for the purpose of publication. Letters to the Editor must include name, address & telephone number. Names will be withheld upon request.

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Legion Riders

Texas Road House Fund Raiser

The fund raiser at the TRH was well worth our efforts. Many thanks to those that supported the event and Post 555. The food was great, we met a lot of potential Legion members and had time for fellowship with our own legionnaires . The Post gained two additional members by transfer.

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