Bath American Legion Eckley E. Patch Post 470

It is a great time to start holiday shopping, and what better way then by supporting Veteran owned businesses! It is National Veterans Small Business Week. You can find lists of local Veteran owned businesses at websites like: www.veteranownedbusiness.com www.VOBN.com

Today we remember a day that has lived in infamy. 2,402 Americans were killed. 1,282 Americans were injured. 188 U.S. Aircraft were destroyed 8 U.S. Battleships damaged ... 4 U.S. Battleships Sunk 6 eventually returned to service Please take a moment today and remember those who gave their lives for this country. See more

Today we celebrate National Navy Day! The Navy's actual Birthday is on October 13th, but has been celebrating on October 27th as of 1922. NATIONAL NAVY DAY HISTORY The Navy League of the United States organized the first Navy Day in 1922, choosing October 27th to honor the birth of President Theodore Roosevelt.... The U.S. Navy currently stands as the largest, most powerful navy in the world, with the highest combined battle fleet tonnage. The service engages over 340,000 personnel on active duty and more than 71,000 in the Navy Reserve. HOW TO OBSERVE #NavyDay Recognize Naval service members and their dedication to their country. Visit a Naval museum to learn more about the Navy’s history. Discover more about naval training, the types of ships in our fleets, and where they sail around the world. Use #NavyDay to post on social media.

Today we observe National Day Of The Deployed. This day honors all service members who have been deployed in service of our country. The day also acknowledges the sacrifices that military families make during deployment. The first National Day of the Deployed was observed in 2006, when North Dakota announced a proclamation for the day, thanks to Shelle Michaeles Aberle, who petitioned Governor John Hoevento with the idea. October 26 was chosen for the date in honor... of Shelle's cousin, LTC David Hosna, who had been deployed to Iraq (the day was Hosna's birthday). By 2012, every state in the US was observing this day. If you're honoring those who have been been deployed, it is recommended to post to social media including the hashtag #DayOfTheDeployed.

Today we would like to wish the Civil Air Patrol a Happy 79th Birthday! Although not part of our military, the CAP has been providing support to our military since 1941. The organization was formed to provide civilian air support during the war effort of WWII. The CAP helps perform border and coastal patrol, military training assistance, courier services, and other activities. All members of the CAP are volunteers. The CAP has around 560 planes with approximately 61,000 youth and adult members nationwide. The members are mostly made up of retired Air Force members and youth JROTC. There are requirements to join the CAP, including a $35 one time membership fee.

There will be a ribbon cutting ceremony on Saturday November 14th at 1 p.m. to celebrate our newly remodeled bathrooms, bar room, and back room.

Today we thank all those who served, past and present. HAPPY VETERANS DAY! Veterans Tribute Veterans are those who stand up and fight. Because they know this is right.... They cross the bright and shining sea. To give us our chance to live and be free. They leave their families and closest kin. For God and country our lands they defend. It’s time we pay tribute for all they have done. They are ALL Heroes each and everyone. They did not do this for glory or even fame. They did not set out to be Heroes but that is their name. To those many people that are red, white, and blue. We stand up proudly today and say THANK YOU!!! ~Unknown

Home Association Meeting will be on Wednesday October 21st at 7:30 p.m. Nominations will be open for the Board of Directors and Home Association officers.

Today we would like to wish The United States Marine Corps a very happy 245th birthday!

Regular Post meeting has been moved to Thursday Oct. 15 at 7pm

Today we would like to wish our United States Navy a very Happy 245th Birthday!!

Soft Opening Tomorrow October 12th at 1pm Complying with Covid19 precaution procedures: masks must be worn upon entry until seated... maintain social distancing frequent cleaning and sanitizing of commonly used surfaces and objects Post 470 members only at this time No smoking No hall rentals until further notice Opening Monday-Friday at 1pm Saturday and Sunday 10am Looking forward to seeing our patrons and staying safe

Ms. Veteran America is a movement, encouraging women veterans to uplift each other and find their tribe. Proceeds from this event provides housing for homeless women Veterans and their children. Women Veterans are currently the fastest growing homeless population in America.... This is the first year the pageant will be hosted virtually. Unfortunately the tickets are not available anymore this year. If intrested in more information it can be found on the organization's fb page and website.

Today is Gold Star Mother's Day. Gold Star Mother's Day is intended to recognize and honor those mothers who have lost a son or daughter in the service of the U.S. Armed Forces.

LET US NEVER FORGET...

Today we would like to wish our United States Air Force a Happy 73rd Birthday!

HAPPY CONSTITUTION DAY!!! This federal holiday commemorates the signing of the U.S. Constitution on September 17, 1787. The U.S. Constitution has 4,400 words. It is the oldest and shortest written Constitution of any major government in the world." Of the spelling errors in the Constitution, Pensylvania above the signers' names is probably the most glaring.

Today marks the 75th Anniversary of VJ day. Victory over Japan Day is the day on which Imperial Japan surrendered in World War II, in effect bringing the war to an end.

September is National Suicide Prevention Month. Veterans who are in crisis or having thoughts of suicide, and those who know a Veteran in crisis, can call VCL for confidential support 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. Call 800-273-8255 and press 1, send a text message to 838255, or chat online at VeteransCrisisLine.net/Chat. Please reach out for help!

Today we would like to say Happy 104th birthday to the United States Marine Corp Reserve!

Today We would like to celebrate National Airborne Day! August 16, 1940 marked the first official Army parachute jump, validating the innovative concept of inserting United States ground combat forces behind a battle line by parachute. National Airborne Day is a day designated by the United States Congress to honor the nation's airborne forces of the Armed Forces. It was created in 2002 by President George W. Bush.

Today we celebrate National Navajo Code Talkers Day. There were 29 original code talkers. By the end of World War II there were more than 400. Native Americans from at least 14 other nations and tribes were among those 400, working to keep the Axis from breaking encrypted, vitally important information.

Today we would like to wish the United States Department of Defense a Happy 71st Birthday. The D.O.D was established August 10th, 1949 and founded by President Harry S. Truman.

Happy Saturday! More renovation photos! Things are coming along!

More renovation photos!

Hope everyone is having a wonderful day! Wanted to share some photos of the renovation progress.

Just wanted to share some pictures on our renovations!!!

HAPPY 4TH OF JULY!

The legion is under some exciting remodeling! Check out the progress so far.

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3rd Annual Chic Liberto Memorial Golf Tournament ! September 26, 2020.

Thank A Service Member

"We take the star from Heaven, the red from our mother country, separating it by white stripes, thus showing that we have separated from her, and the white stripes shall go down to posterity representing liberty." Happy Flag Day!

Take time today to remember the reason we observe this day and honor the brave people who made the ultimate sacrifice.

Memorial Day Sunrise. Who are you remembering today?

Due to Covid19 and recommendations from Governor Wolf, Memorial Day Observation Services are cancelled with respect to the health and safety concerns of everyone.

Progress Coming along nicely

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Since we're closed, the bar is getting some much needed TLC. Hoping everyone is staying healthy and we can't wait to see you all when we reopen

Hoping everyone had a happy, safe, and healthy Easter

Sadly, in light of recent events the Ladies Auxiliary has decided to cancel this year's Kids' Egg Hunt and Easter party.

As of 11pm, the Legion will be closing for a minimum of 2 weeks as mandated by the PLCB. We will keep everyone informed as we hear from the Governor and PLCB in the coming weeks.

For the NFL's 100th season, they honored four 100yr old Veterans Col. Charles E. McGee, flipped the coin, and was surrounded by Staff Sgt. Odón Sanchez Cardenas, Lt. Col. Samuel Lombardo and Cpl. Sidney Walton.

SuperBowl LIV Who's everyone rooting for tonight?

We'll open at 1pm today

Our resident elf with Santa at the kids Christmas party, put together by our wonderful Ladies Auxiliary

Winner of the Dessert Challenge and current holder of the coveted Golden Ladle

"While only one day of the year is dedicated solely to honoring our veterans, Americans must never forget the sacrifices that many of our fellow countrymen have made to defend our country and protect our freedoms." Randy Neugebauer

Happy 244th Birthday U.S. Marine Corp