Author: Adjutant Post68
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Post 68 Flag Dedication @ Inspire of Brunswick Forest grand opening
On Thursday, October 6th, 2023 Inspire of Brunswick Forest held their grand opening. Members and staff of Inspire held a ribbon-cutting ceremony and members of John E. Jacobs American Legion Post 68 in Leland, NC were on hand to perform an official flag-raising for this event. Post member and retired USMC Officer Bob Page led… Read more
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September Suicide Awareness
Shouldn’t be surprised. Know the horrifying statistics related to mental health issues in the military community. Since 2001, just over 7,000 service members have died in combat and 120,000 have died by suicide BE THE ONE John Hacker John E. Jacobs American Legion Leland, North Carolina 28451 910-209-0770 Read more
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Fall Blood Drive – September 22nd
Our next blood drive will be the 22nd from 10am to 2:30pm at WWAY studios in Leland. Use the QR code below to schedule your donation! Read more
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National Day of Remembrance event
Nate Pringle, the Commander of VFW Post 12196 in Leland are participating in the 9/11 Remembrance at Town of Leland Founder’s Park. Post 68 Color Guard will attend. The two Post Commanders thought that would be a great idea to have both veteran organizations represented. The remembrance will be held on Monday, September… Read more
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John E. Jacobs American Legion Post 68 swears in new officers
John E. Jacobs American Legion Post in Leland, NC has sworn in their new officers for the 2023/2024 membership year. Our new Commander will be Daniel Fortini. The leadership team will have several members continuing on in their respective positions along with several new members becoming part of the team. American Legion Post 68 meets… Read more
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PTSD and Minndfulness
I was reading a report about the power of being MINDFUL about PTSD, seems simple. Suicide Prevention starts with Suicide Awareness. Mindfulness and PTSD AwarenessWhat Is Mindfulness?Mindfulness is a way of thinking and focusing that can help you become more aware of your present experiences.Practicing mindfulness can be as simple as noticing the taste of… Read more
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The American Legion TV Spot, ‘A New Generation’
In the 1940s, soldiers coming home received aid from a newly passed G.I. Bill. After the Vietnam War, the men and women who served the country were provided with compensation following exposure to Agent Orange. Today, veterans are struggling with mental health and suicide. The American Legion provides support for these veterans and urges you… Read more
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Flag Day – June 14th
Rally around the flag! Read more
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VA Caregiver Support
Suicide prevention is VA’s top priority. The VA Caregiver Support Program (CSP) supports Veteran suicide prevention by offering VA S.A.V.E. training to its caregivers and family members. VA S.A.V.E. fosters practical support for Veterans facing a crisis or experiencing suicidal thoughts. — John Hacker Post Commander John E. Jacobs American Legion Post 68 Leland, North… Read more
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Commander’s Message – June 2023
Commander Hacker gives his last video address to Post membership as Commander of John E. Jacobs American Legion Post 68. Please view his video on YouTube: Read more