Front Row: Michael Hennessy, Lyle Ostrander, Dennis White, Leisa Smith and Bryan Bohne
Back Row: Brent Roberts, Jon Elliott, Catherine Neugent and Robert Toney
(Wellsville) -March 15 is the designated birthday of The American Legion. On that date in 1919, the first American Legion caucus, held by members of the American Expeditionary Force, convened in Paris. March 15 is the date when The American Legion came to life. Morrison Hayes Post 702 Wellsville American Legion celebrated the National Legions birthday on March 16th, 2024 at the Wellsville Post with approximately 90 Legion family members in attendance. Commander Brent Roberts was Master of Ceremonies for the event. Post 702 was chartered on November 29th, 1920. Those attending enjoyed a true St. Patrick’s meal provided by Post 702 SAL’s. And a beautiful decorated American raspberry filled cake made by Unit 702 Auxiliary President.
Special awards for the year 2023 were given: Commander Brent Roberts presented Legion Member of the year to Michael Hennessy who also is Allegany County Veterans Service Officer and Commanders Award to Lyle Ostrander. Unit 702 American Legion Auxiliary President Catherine Neugent presented Auxiliary Member of the Year to Leisa Smith. Post SAL representative Jon Elliott presented SAL Member of the year to Dennis White. Post 702 American Legion Rider Director Robert Toney presented Rider of the Year to Bryan Bohne.
The event ended by all holding hands and singing God Bless America.
