Each year we honor and remember those who have been taken as Prisoners of War and/or are still Missing in Action.
POW/MIA “Missing Man” table ceremony
9/11 Spirit of America Memorial in Cashmere
Patriot Day is observed annual on Sept 11 to honor those who perished during the attacks of Sept 11, 2001. Just up the river we have the 9/11 Spirit of America Memorial located in Cashmere, WA. Every year since the dedication in 2015, they have held a ceremony on Sept … More 9/11 Spirit of America Memorial in Cashmere
250th Independence Day Message
The following speech was written by Commander Brad Pieratt in the run-up to our 250th Anniversary of our Independence Day. The speech was broadcast several times a day on a local radio station during the week before July 4th. It’s a message to veterans and civilians alike, to not forget … More 250th Independence Day Message
Recent Flag Retirement Ceremony
As you may know, we have been collecting used and worn US flags in a deposit box outside our Post home for many years now. At first we were still able to partner with the VA in Spokane for proper disposal, however that arrangement has not remained reliable. That hasn’t … More Recent Flag Retirement Ceremony
Memorial Day 2026 recap
This year, our ceremonies started at East Wenatchee at Evergreen Memorial Park on 10 th Street NE at 9am with the presentation of colors, wreath laying in honor of all who served and sacrificed in service to our country, taps and a rifle volley from the Honor Guard. Additionally, East … More Memorial Day 2026 recap
Recap of Veterans Day 2025
One of the busiest holidays around our Post is Veterans Day, and for good reason! There’s a lot going on around our area to honor and recognize those of us who have put on the uniform and served our nation. Besides the many school appearances our members made around the … More Recap of Veterans Day 2025
Community Honors Vietnam War Veterans
On March 29th at Wenatchee Valley College, veteran organizations from around the valley joined together to mark the 50th Anniversary of the end of hostilities in Vietnam. The afternoon’s program paid tribute to all who served in Vietnam and recognized those Chelan and Douglas County military members that were killed … More Community Honors Vietnam War Veterans
Thank You Denny’s!
On Veterans Day, there are many restaraunts in our area that offer free meals to veterans. This has become a common thing, but very few truly appreciate the meaning of the day and the people under the Veteran caps. We would like to take this moment to give a special … More Thank You Denny’s!
Wreaths Across America in the Wenatchee Valley
Each December on the second Saturday, the mission of Remember, Honor and Teach, about the lives and sacrifices of our veterans, is carried out by volunteers across the nation as part of National Wreaths Across America Day. Local events coordinate wreath-laying ceremonies with the main event at Arlington National Cemetery. … More Wreaths Across America in the Wenatchee Valley
Patriot Day – Sept 11
On 18 Dec 2001, a joint resolution (Public Law 107-89) was approved by Congress designating September 11 of each year as “Patriot Day“, a day of remembrance to honor those who lost their lives in the terrorist attacks of 11 Sept 2001, and those who’ve lost lives since then to … More Patriot Day – Sept 11
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