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Luitink Weishan, Post 495 Sussex, WI

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Our post meetings are held the 2nd Thursday of the month
from 7:00 - 8:00 pm at the VFW in Sussex.
2026 Meetings:
 May 14th 2026
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Mathew Mans visited the post to tell us about the Veterans Memorial project for his Eagle Scout Badge. Part of Mathew 's inspiration for the project came from his great-great-uncle who served at Pearl Horbor when it was attacked. They tested the remains from Pearl Harbor and found the remains of Mathew's great-great-uncle who served on the Oklahoma. He is from Wisconsin, his remains were returned to Mathew's mom and he was given a large military funeral. Mathew has been accepted to Marquette Business School for Fall 2026.

The project to commemorate veterans and thier sacrifice: poured a concrete pad, placed a large limestone rock, added a bronze plaque,landscaped the area around it, got them a new American Flag, and added a bench for people to go there and reflect and pray. The memorial is located at The Catholic Ecology Center (CEC) in Neoso, WI  along the Rubicon River at the old girls scout camp. 

"There is no greater love than to lay down ones life for ones friend"

Picture Courtesy of Robert Lucht

 

 

 

Golf Event Update

The Four Chaplains Memorial Service

Music provided by St. Adalbert Parish - Apóstles En Acción

 

   

 

                     

   American Legion  Post 495 Spotlight        
 
Wisconsin Veterans Meseam - Commander Julia Atkinson
 
2026 Winter Olympics in Milan–Cortina
Deedra Irwin is an elite American biathlete and U.S. Army Staff Sergeant (SSG) qualified for her second consecutive Olympic Games, set to compete at the  2026 Winter Olympics in Milan–Cortina  Known for achieving the best-ever individual Olympic finish for a US biathlete (7th in 2022), the Wisconsin native and former runner pivoted to the sport after a 2017 talent ID camp.
 
Deedra Irwin of United States in the women's biathlon 15km individual competition Feb. 11, 2026, during the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games at Anterselva Biathlon Arena. She finished 34th out of 90 participants.
Deedra Irwin of United States in the women's biathlon 15km individual competition Feb. 11, 2026, during the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games at Anterselva Biathlon Arena. She finished 34th out of 90 participants
 

State of Wisconsin Raffle

 Drawn @8 pm 7/18/2026, Hilton Appleton Paper Valley Hotel, 333 W. College Ave. Appleton, WI 54911

      Supports American Legion programs, youth programs and communications by the American Legion. 

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Memoriam Eorum Retinebimus 

          Jake White

    

Since our charter in 1947, our American Legion Post has been welcoming VETERANS from all branches of our Armed Forces. Today, we continue to welcome all military personnel serving our country. Joining our Post enables you to continue serving your God, Country, and Community. Our mission is to implement the goals, aspirations, dreams, peace, and blessings for our country, friends, and families embodied in our preamble below.

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To the wonderful patriotic citizens of the Sussex community. Join our Post as a Booster or Sponsor. (click Sponsor Button for details). 100% of the monies raised is given back to the community. Help us to continue sponsoring Scholarships for our children; give aid and assistance to our local needy Veterans, and their families. Help us to continue to support financially worthy community programs and projects.