PERHAM — American Legion National Commander Vincent James “Jim” Troiola of New York state is coming to Underwood and will speak on issues of importance to Minnesota veterans.
Troiola (pronounced TREE-ola) will address the issue of veterans suicide and The American Legion’s “Be The One” campaign. In addition, he will speak about the importance of membership.
He will visit Underwood Post 489 at 112 South Main Street for a breakfast and presentation at 8:30 a.m. on Thursday, April 20, and talk with veterans, community leaders and local residents.
“We look forward to sharing with National Commander Troiola the great things our American Legion Family members are doing for our veterans, our families and our communities,” said Minnesota American Legion Commander Jennifer Havlick, who resides outside of Two Harbors. “We encourage members of the public and all supporters of veterans to hear what he has to say.”
With a membership of almost 2 million wartime veterans, The American Legion was founded in 1919 on the Four Pillars of a strong national security, veterans affairs, Americanism and youth programs. Legionnaires work for the betterment of their communities through nearly 13,000 posts across the nation and overseas, including 538 in Minnesota.
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