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2nd Annual Greg Dalessio 5K Run/Walk. December 2009

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CLICK HERE TO SEE VIDEO and DETAILS about the Dec 3rd Ceremony Honoring our friends at the WARRIORS WATCH.....

Includes friends from Nam Knights, Yellow Ribbon Club, A Heroes Welcome, and more.

 

 

 

2009 PHOTO GALLERY
"The Wall That Heals" arrived in Cherry Hill, NJ - Tuesday, April 14th, escorted by the American Legion Riders, Cherry Hill Police, Medford Twp Police, POW-MIA Awareness MC, Warriors' Watch, Second Brigade/Vietnam Vets, NJ Centurions, Last Patrol, Nam Knights, Patriot Guard, Leathernecks NJ, STAR Riders, Red White & Blue Freedom Riders, HOG, and other groups...Click here for photos & videos
Yard Sale April 2009
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Erlton Parade July 2009

July 4th, 2009 Fireworks and Party at the Post

 

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July 11th, 2009 - American Legion Baseball Cookout and Games - A great time was had by all - stay tuned for more information re the games. In the meantime, check out some of the photos from the day - click on photo to see the whole photo album.

pic_7074_small.jpgJULY 12th - POST Softball Game - pic_7064.jpgA great time was had by all -  one injury - a hamstring pull, but no 911 calls were placed ! ... perhaps there will be a few unable to crawl out of bed in the morning !...Seriously though, everyone played great - a really fun time and we look forward to the next game!....Click on photos to view entire photo album.

 

Welcome Home PFC Paul Kern - August 2009 - Video Below

Quakertown, PA Legion - August 2009 - The Wall That Heals visit - Videos Below - also go to www.alch372.com/Quakertown/html/ceremonies.html for more info

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Nam Knights Summer Bash - August 2009 - Video Below

9/11 Anniversay Memorial and Candlelight Prayer - 9/11/09 - Honoring all the firefighters, police officers and emergency responders that made the ultimate sacrifice....click here for photos and video tributes

Wildwood - Roar to the Shore - Bike Week - Sept 2009 - Photos coming soon...

FAMILY DAY (Sept 19, 2009)
Family Day was a huge success - many thanks to all who helped out.
 
1st Annual Long Drive Competition

 

SEPTEMBER 11th - 9/11 Candlelight Prayer.
 
 
When: Friday 11 September 2009 -  Location: Corner of Marlboro and Chapel Ave. - (down the street from Post 372.) Join us in a Candlelight Prayer in remembrance of all the 9/11 victims. Meet at Post 372 at 6:30pm - proceed to the corner of Marlboro & Chapel Ave at 7:00pm to have Candlelight Prayer which will be held next to the 9/11 Memorial Flag. Youre welcome to bring a candle.
 
AUGUST 15th - Quakertown "The Wall That Heals" Trip - GOLD STAR CEREMONY - Anyone interested in going, meet in Post 372 Parking Lot at 8:30am sharp on Saturday, August 15th. Riders will be meeting and going up on their bikes. Others with cars may want to consider car pooling. It is a 1 hour ride to Quakertown. Plan is to attend Gold Star Ceremony at 10:30am followed by lunch at our friends American Legion Post 242 in Quakertown. If interested in going up for a few days and doing some volunteer shifts, contact Sue at squinn9807@aol.com . (To date, Sue, Maggie and Barb are going up Friday morning, staying 2 nights, coming back home Sunday) Recommended hotels in area are the Comfort Inn and the Best Western. Comfort Inn rate $110/night, Best Western $88/night.

 "The Wall That Heals" will be in QUAKERTOWN, PA from August 13 -16, 2009. It is being hosted by American Legion Post 242 of Quakertown PA.  Click here for details.

JULY 12th - POST Softball Game - pic_7064.jpgA great time was had by all -  one injury - a hamstring pull, but no 911 calls were placed ! ... perhaps there will be a few unable to crawl out of bed in the morning !...Seriously pic_7074_small.jpgthough, everyone played great - a really fun time and we look forward to the next game!....Click on photos to view entire photo album.

July 11th - American Legion Baseball Cookout and Games - A great time was had by all - stay tuned for more information re the games. In the meantime, check out some of the photos from the day - click on photo to see the whole photo album.

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"The Wall That Heals" arrived in Cherry Hill, NJ - Tuesday, April 14th, escorted by the American Legion Riders, Cherry Hill Police, Medford Twp Police, POW-MIA Awareness MC, Warriors' Watch, Second Brigade/Vietnam Vets, NJ Centurions, Last Patrol, Nam Knights, Patriot Guard, Leathernecks NJ, STAR Riders, Red White & Blue Freedom Riders, HOG, and other groups...Click here for photos & videos

VIETNAM KIA (Camden County) List

 

Cherry Hill American Legion Post 372 Baseball Wins

 2009 Joel Stephens Championship Invitational Tournament

MANSFIELD, Pa. – In what proved to be one of the most thrilling championship games in Joel Stephens Invitational history, Cherry Hill rallied to earn an 8-7 victory over Williamsport in extra innings Sunday at Shaute Field at the University of Mansfield...read more.

 

JULY 4th - Fireworks -  The weather was beautiful, the company was wonderful and the fireworks were superb!....we couldn't have asked for a better evening! .. ...(ps: It was especially nice to see Post members Tony and Maunie, who don't get to visit us too often - we hope to see you guys again soon! - Maunie is very involved with the SJ Horticulture Society - click here to visit their website)...click here to view entire photo album

 

 

WELCOME HOME SOLDIERS!
Some 2800 New Jersey Army National Guard troops are headed home. They are members of the 50th Infantry Brigade Combat Team and have been in Iraq since September 08. They were sent to Iraq in the largest overseas deployment of the New Jersey National Guard since World War II. There are many Welcome Homes scheduled throughout our community. PLEASE SHOW YOUR SUPPORT and COME OUT TO WELCOME THEM HOME.

 

"The Wall That Heals" will be in QUAKERTOWN, PA
from August 13 -16, 2009. It is being hosted by American Legion Post 242 of Quakertown PA. We are organizing a Bus Trip to visit their Legion and to help out with the Wall. Click here for details.

 

June 2009 - Girls State - Congrats Jasmine Walker !
Post 372 Auxiliary Girls State Chairperson June Fitzgerald is happy to announce that Jasmine Walker (Camden Catholic High School) won Governor in Girls State this year!....details to follow as received by June Fitzgerald

We regret to inform you that long time (25 yrs) General Member Al Walker passed away peacefully at home on June 23rd, 2009 at 6am....

Alexander J. Walker "Al"
WALKER, Alexander "Al" J. On June 23rd, 2009, of Cherry Hill, NJ. Beloved husband of 56 years to Mary (nee Gaetano). Loving father of Deborah and her husband John Giordano and Alexis and her husband Stuart Mitchell. Caring grandfather of Nicholas Alexander and Benjamin Harrison Mitchell. Al will also be missed by many loving nieces, nephews, family and friends. He served in the U.S. Army and was a member of the American Legion Post # 372 of Cherry Hill, NJ. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing on Friday, June 26th from 7-9 PM and Saturday from 10-11 AM at the BRADLEY FUNERAL HOME, Rt.73 and Evesham Rd., Marlton, NJ. A funeral service will be held Saturday 11AM at the funeral home. Interment Locustwood Memorial Park, Cherry Hill, NJ. Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society , 1851 Old Cuthbert Rd., Cherry Hill, NJ 08034.

 

The Legion
Veteran, Mike (aka "Mikey) Watson, was recently diagnosed with cancer. Subsequently he has undergone surgery, is having more testing and has ongoing treatments. Sadly, Mike and his wife Patti, did not have health insurance. This unfortunate situation has depleted their life savings....won't you please consider helping Mikey during this difficult time?..
NOVEMBER 22, 2008
6pm - 10pm
BENEFIT FOR MIKE WATSON
DJ MUSIC, DANCING, KARAOKE, FOOD & BEER
DONATION $25.00

 

Sept 08 - The troops were deployed to Iraq.... click here to view photos  50th Infantry Brigade Combat Team (50th IBCT).
Sept 08 - The troops were deployed to Iraq.... click here to view photos  50th Infantry Brigade Combat Team (50th IBCT).
Homecoming, Then Heart Attack - Dad Dies Hours After Local Marine's Homecoming Celebration
By Doug Shimell - NBC10 - Family in need of our help....Click here to read full story.....
VETERANS DAY - FLAG RETIREMENT - was held at the Post on November 11th at 6pm. Thanks to all who showed up. Photos to come...
IVY LANE PARK Dedicated to fallen soldier, Captain Greg Dalessio on November 10th....thanks to all Post members that came out for dedication. Photos to come....
Click here to view Video from Bob Shaw's Train Show Sept 08
OCTOBER 3rd - OPERATION STANDDOWN ... for more information click here...

FAMILY DAY  September 20th
1pm-6pm
DJ MUSIC, BBQ FOOD, Beer & Soda
Tickets $15/pp, $25/couple - $20 at door. Purchase tickest at the Post.

 

VETERANS HISTORY PROJECT leads to Honorary Membership of 4/503d Battalion
As you may know, our Ladies Auxiliary Vice President Sue Quinn-Morris, partnered with the Veterans History Project and has been conducting veteran interviews. One of the veteran interviews she conducted was with Bernie Henderson (Merchantville Post Commander). Bernie recalled his Vietnam experiences, including details of his horrific injury that awarded him the Purple Heart, in the 45 minute long video interview. Sue was profoundly touched by the interview—so much so that she set out to help Bernie fulfill the emotional wish that Bernie expressed in his interview. His wish was to find his old comrades and the Medic who saved his life 42 years ago. After some researching......read more

 

The Legion

STOP BY THE MEMORIAL in front of JFK Hospital on Chapel Ave. between Sept 11th and Sept 19th to honor the 9/11 victims and our POW/MIA's....

Volunteers from the Post and Cherry Hill Resident Joe Zanghi erected the Flag of Honor in front of JFK Hospital on Sunday, Sept 7th. The Flag of Honor is in honor of all the 9/11 victims and displays all of their names on it. The Flag of Honor is surrounded by dozens of other flags and yellow ribbons. Next week we will place POW/MIA Flags around the flags. We encourage residents to stop by the Memorial Site, say a prayer and leave a yellow ribbon between September 11th and September 19th (POW/MIA Recognition Day) 2008.

THANK YOU FROM KIM BIERBACH

Dear Friends at the American Legion:

My name is Kim Bierbach and I am a bar tender at Cherry Hill Post 372. I recently lost my brother Len Lannon, who was 50 years old, from complications after a surgery.
The reason I am writing this is to thank the American Legion Post 372, general members, Ladies Auxiliary, and the Post 84 Legion Riders for their kindness in my family’s time of grief.
I would also like to thank many of our patrons and dear friends for the outpouring of love and support they have given.
The benefit we had at Taylors was a great success thanks to many of my friends at our Post as well as other posts. I would like to give special thanks to Sabrina Gottron, owner of the Barking Lot and Cats Meow, Lisa Hixon and Kate Bush, owners of Johnny’s Pizza, and Sue Quinn.
So, once again, I want to thank everyone on behalf of my family and myself for all of the love and support given to us during this hard time. It is much appreciated.
Sincerely,
Kim Bierbach

 

LENS FRIENDS BENEFIT - July 13, 2008 at Taylors  3pm-7pm.

 

Call Kim for details  - Click on photo for more details

AMERICAN LEGION BASEBALL & BBQ

Saturday June 12th, 2008 - American Legion Baseball Games going on all day (at fields behind American Legion Post 372)

Everyone is welcome. Tickets are sold for the barbecue, sodas and beer. Tents are set up from which items are sold and American Legion baseball teams from various age groups play ball all day long. You can sit in the stands or bring a folding chair to enjoy the games.

There will be a disc jockey playing music and making announcements. The National Anthem is played before the start of each game as players, coaches and parents stand at attention. Of course, the Post will open at noon for members and their guests who wish to come out of the sun for a while.

Our Post will also have a stand and applications available for membership in our organization. We will also be handing out American Flags.

Ernie Brosh

Don's Data Archives
Flagging of the graves at Locustwood was a huge success..click here for photos
The Annual Yard, Bake & Hoagie Sale, held on April 26th, 2008 was a huge success...with a surprise visit from Congressman Rob Andrews..click here for photos..
JOHNSON SCHOOL VISIT...
Once again Sr. Vice Commander Ernest G. Brosh and Chaplain Chester Malik, at the request of Principal Karen Rockhill and teacher Debbie Miller of the James H. Johnson School, Cherry Hill, NJ, were invited to participate in a flag ceremony in front of an auditorium filled with some eighty students. The staff of the Johnson School is very supportive of the military and particularly its veterans.....read more

The 66th Anniversary of the Fall of Bataan

Once again, in what has become a tradition, Commander Charles Macukewicz, Sr. Vice Commander Ernest G. Brosh, Chaplain Chester Malik and SAL Chaplain Tom Wright were invited to commemorate the anniversary of the Fall of Bataan...Click here for details...
CHERRY HILL 9/11 REMEMBRANCE and PATRIOTIC GRATITUDE Preparations made..Click here for full story and photos

 

Cherry Hill 9/11 Remembrance & Patriotic Gratitude Week is
April 20 - May 2nd - CLICK HERE
Check out photos submitted by Art Capilli - click here

 

Civilian-to-soldier transition is difficult on several levels...read more
CHAPLAIN CHESTER ‘CHET’ MALIK THE MILITARY ‘FACE’ OF POST #372
We’re very proud of our Post #372 Chaplain, Chester “Chet” Malik, the all-around symbolic military “face” of our organization who is always very welcome when he turns up—expected or unexpected—at many high-profile events in Cherry Hill...
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Check out new photos from the County Meeting held at Post 372...click here
Check out Ed White's visit to the Military & Space Museum in Frankenmuth, Michigan. Click here.
Cherry Hill's MP unit ready to answer call
Soldiers at the Cherry Hill National Guard Armory will be joining the deployment of about half of the New Jersey National Guard this summer....
click here to read more

 

EVERY NEW JERSEY VETERAN ELIGIBLE FOR DIGNIFIED BURIAL
Bill” Coneby wanted to take an afternoon stroll, the weather was balmy and the sun was shining brightly. A perfect day for a scenic, meandering walk.
But the strolling destination might be off-putting to some people.....read more
SCHOOL BELLS RING AGAIN FOR FIVE POST 372 VETERANS
FIVE seasoned ex-GIs returned to the fifth grade class once again but this time as “hero’s” and “military idols” to dozens of boys and girls attending Cherry Hill’s Johnson Elementary School on Kresson Road during a holiday season visit.
Actually, the invitation came from Fifth Grade Teacher Debra Miller, who wanted her students to understand what the Veterans Day holiday and celebration really meant..
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TwoChapel Avenue - Cherry Hill, NJ-mile avenue of hundreds of blossoming cherry trees adorned with American flags and yellow ribbons in homage of 9-11 victims, their families and in gratitude to our fighting men and women Legionnaires 

A HUGE Thank You Goes out to the Cherry Hill Fire Dept. and SAL Members; Commander Brian Fitzgerald, Jim Arcinese, Robert Arcinces, Ron Flynn and Phil Beck for planting the 16 cherry trees on April 12th. Lots of photos coming soon....click here for details
Sunday, April 13th - 12 Noon
Need as many volunteers as possible to help with flagging and ribboning of the Cherry Trees on Chapel Ave. Volunteers to meet at 12 Noon in front of JFK Hospital. Click here to sign the online Volunteer sign up sheet.

 

POST GETS RARE MILITARY MAP AS A MEMBERSHIP ‘THANK YOU!’
A very rare and historical military map outlining the planned actions of U.S. Forces for the World War II invasion of Iwo Jima, a desolate but stronghold island in Japan later overtaken by the Navy and Marines in 1944, has been presented to Post #372....
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POST MEMBER FEATURED IN Ken Burns Hit TV WWII Series on PBS
Edgar Wolf, one of Cherry Hill Post 372’s longtime members was cast as a central figure in Ken Burns’ recent hit television series spotlighting World War II. Wolf was interviewed for Burns' series and we’re proud to replay part of his dialogue...
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Pearl Harbor SURVIVORS Stories...
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December 7th - Pearl Harbor Day Ceremony
Washington DC, United States
Commemorating the attack on Pearl Harbor on 7 December 1941, there is a wreath-laying ceremony at the US Navy Memorial in Washington DC. It was this event that drew the United States into the Second World War
Themes: Exhibitions , History
Hours: All day
Cost: Free
Where: US Navy Memorial
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VETERANS DAY CEREMONY
November 9th 2007 at Veterans Island (behind Lobster Shack - Cooper River Park) 6pm
FLAG RETIREMENT
November 10th, 2007 12 Noon
Join us for the Flag Retirement Ceremonies at the Post on Saturday, November 10th 12 Noon. If you have any worn or torn flags to dispose of bring them to the ceremony. If you can’t make it for the ceremony, you can drop your worn/torn flags off in the deposit box located outside the Post
COLOR GUARD
American Legion Post 372, at the request of Louis Cappelli, Jr, Director of the Board of Camden County Freeholders and also Past President of the Sons of Italy, furnished the Color Guard  for  the Sons of Italy Columbus Day celebration at Cooper River on Oct.6th, 2007. Among the attendees from Post 372 were Sr. Vice Commander Ernie Brosh, Chaplain Chester Malik and SALs Chaplain Tom Wright.
OPERATION STAND DOWN was held at the Cherry Hill Armory on September 21st, 2007 . American Legion Representatives that attended were Camden County Commander and Post 372 Finance Officer Tom Adams, General Member Ron Colucci, Ladies President Carol Doyle, and Ladies V-President Sue Quinn-Morris.  Stand Downs are one part of the Department of Veterans Affairs’ efforts to provide services to homeless veterans. For additional information on Stand Down dates and locations, please contact the Homeless Veterans Programs Office at
BEEF & BEER Benefit for Zachary Yizzi

Sept 28, 2007 7:30pm - Midnight - HAPPY HOUR CLUB

Tickets $20. Give-aways, Door Prizes, Chinese Auction - Call Tom Heinsinger at 856-910-8266 Give-Aways, Door Prizes, Chinese Auction - Sept 2007 - -

Click on photo for details of event

D-DAY INVASION JUNE 6, 1944
 Since Nazi Germany forced the British out of France to Great Britain in the spring of 1940, the Allies had begun planning a cross-Channel assault to retake the continent and defeat Hitler's Third Reich...click here to read more..
Bataan Memorial at Cooper River ParkJUNE 6th - Cooper River Park - Bataan

Watch Lost in WWI Returned to Grandsons..Read Story

JUNE 7-10th WILDWOOD CONVENTION - Check with Officers at Post for details

109th Anniversary of the Battle of Manila Bay - June 12, 2007 10am-1pm
Onboard the USS Olympia, Penns Landing, Philadelphia, PA. For more info call 609-509-6800 Sean Fontanilla
FREEDOM’S ELUSIVE MEANING….
This poetic essay, a touching impression of a sensitive young lady’s’ interpretation of the concept of “Freedom” was written by Kim's daughter...
click here to read!
 
A WIFE’S TRIBUTE;
MARTY WAHL, REMEMBERED
Marty Wahl was a part of everything that went on at Post #372 for almost 40 years....READ MORE
9/11/06  PATRIOT DAY Join in a moment of silence 8:46am
Five years ago, more then 3000 innocent people lost their lives when a calm September morning was shattered by terrorists driven by hatred and destruction....click here to read more
POW/MIA RECOGNITION DAY SEPTEMBER 15, 2006
 
In every generation, members of our Armed Forces have answered the call of service in our Nations hour of need. These patriots have defended our freedom and way of life, truimphed over brutal enemies, and answered the prayers of millions....click here to read more
BEEF AND BEER at VFW Post 2445 Maple Shade
To benefit "Rose" (Lorraine Brennan)
Saturday - October 7th 7pm-12am
**CHINESE AUCTION**
Tickets $25 per person. TICKETS will NOT be sold at the door.

For more information and tickets call Michelle @ 609-440-6436 or Kelly @ 856-776-0513

All proceeds are going to Rose in her fight against breast cancer.
(Donations for the Chinese Auction would be appreciated. If you can be of help with a donation, please contact Michelle or Kelly by Sept 23rd)

POST BASEBALL TEAM POSTS A 500 SEASON; WAIT TIL’ NEXT YEAR SAYS COACH..click here to read more

LET'S HEAR IT FOR THE BUSY VOLUNTEERS WHO MADE THINGS HAPPEN THIS SUMMER...click here to read more

NJ VETERAN HOMES...The Division of Veterans Healthcare Services operates three modern long-term care nursing homes in NJ...
click here to read more

JOHNNY'S PIZZA
 Johnny's Pizza, located at 717 North Kings Highway, Cherry Hill, NJ has been serving fine food for over 40 years...READ MORE

CHECK OUT OUR NEW FLAG DISPLAY at the POST!...click here for more info

POST 372 ROTC Student Established at Cherry Hill West...
Post #372 proudly announces the establishment of funding for “The Cherry Hill American Legion Post #372 ROTC Scholarship Fund,” an initiative created by the members of the organization’s Executive Board....click here to read more..

                        

 

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