Tag: American Legion Post 459
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World War I committee seeks historical items for exhibit
The North Brunswick Township World War I Centennial Committee is inviting residents to be part of history by loaning military uniforms, medals, diaries, historic photographs, newspapers, handheld objects and other items for a display at the World War I Exhibit that will take place at American Legion Post 459 in North Brunswick next month. Call…
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Ceremony to honor POWs and MIAs on Sept. 15
North Brunswick will hold its fifth commemorative program to pay tribute to those who are being held as Prisoners of War (POW) or Missing in Action (MIA) at 7 p.m. on Sept. 15 at the veterans monument in Veterans Park, Roosevelt Avenue, North Brunswick. The “Tribute to Comrades-POW or MIA” is co-sponsored by American Legion…
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Committee to preserve history of World War I formed in North Brunswick
NORTH BRUNSWICK – A local committee has been formed to preserve the history of the Great War. The North Brunswick World War I Centennial Commission will follow the U.S. World War I Centennial Commission to commemorate, honor and educate the public through events and educational activities. The first meeting was held on Aug. 16, where several…
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World War I veterans appreciate students’ act of patriotism
I want to thank Ms. Melissa Pineiro and Ms. Meg Wright, advisors to the North Brunswick Township High School (NBTHS) Student Government Organization, for assisting the Borough of Belmar by providing a donation to offset the cost to “The Spirit of the Doughboy” monument from World War I which was vandalized in May. It was…
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Veterans to meet Aug. 16 to discuss World War I centennial
North Brunswick Township High School, along with North Brunswick American Legion Post 459 and Veterans of Foreign War Post 2319 in Milltown, are forming a committee to commemorate the centennial of the United States’ entry into World War 1. The first meeting will take place at 7:30 p.m. Aug. 16 at Post 459, 1015 Linwood…
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North Brunswick resident ‘Still’ inspired by Joyce Kilmer poem
By JENNIFER AMATO Staff Writer NORTH BRUNSWICK — Inspired by a poem written more than 100 years ago, a North Brunswick man is sharing his sequel to a literary work that has profound historical ties to the Brunswick area. Alfred “Joyce” Kilmer of New Brunswick was born on Dec. 6, 1886. He enlisted in the military three…
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‘True, live heroes’ honored during pre-Veterans Day ceremony
By JENNIFER AMATO Staff Writer NORTH BRUNSWICK – More than a dozen veterans were honored for their service to the country and to the community during a special pre-Veterans Day ceremony that included musical selections, a flag folding demonstration and an interview with a hometown hero. Mike Kneller, supervisor of Social Studies at North Brunswick…
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American Legion to hold spaghetti dinner Nov. 5
American Legion Post 459 will hold a spaghetti dinner from 5-8 p.m. on Nov. 5 at the post, 1015 Linwood Place, North Brunswick. The menu includes spaghetti and meatballs, salad, bread, beverage and dessert. Takeout orders will be available. The cost for adults is $10 or $5 for children 5-12. For more information, call 732-249-4147 or…
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American Legion to hold spaghetti dinner Nov. 5
American Legion Post 459 will serve as the host to a spaghetti dinner from 5-8 p.m. on Nov. 5 at its facility at 1015 Linwood Place, North Brunswick. The menu includes spaghetti, meatballs, salad, bread, dessert and a beverage. The cost is $10 for adults and $5 for children age 5-12. There will also be…