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American Legion Post 17 honors heroes throughout town
June 7, 2021
Respectfully presenting the first poppies at the City of Lewes town entrance in observance of Memorial Day are (l-r) American Legion Post 17 Auxiliary Vice President Nancy Bush, Lewes Mayor Ted Becker, Post 17 Commander Mike Mulligan, Auxiliary President Gail Sellazzo and Auxiliary Chaplain Kellie Bergen. The Delaware River and Bay Authority graciously allowed Post 17 to create this Memorial Day tribute area. Crosses and poppies were all made by Post 17 family members. SUBMITTED PHOTO
The American Legion Post 17 family of Lewes recently recognized and honored veterans by creating two poppy cemeteries.
One was created at a highly visible entrance to the City of Lewes, and the other at Post 17 itself.
Friends, families and visitors alike were welcome to stop by the post and write the name of a soldier lost in service on memorial tags to place beside poppies in the yard.
Featuring U.S. flags, red poppies and white crosses, these “cemeteries” created a stark reminder of what Memorial Day is all about. This simple yet meaningful tribute allowed the community to pause for a moment, bow heads and – with veterans in mind – say with gratitude and pride, “Thank you for your service.”
