American Legion’s Birthday

Photo: (left to right) Commander Karl Price and Robin Turek, President
MADISON – On March 16, 2026, members of the American Legion Tardiff-Belanger Post 39 in Madison gathered to commemorate the Legion’s Birthday. The celebration featured a special cake and presentation, held just before the Installation of Officers for the 2026-2027 term. President Robin Turek, representing American Legion Auxiliary Unit 39, presented Commander Karl Price with both a donation for the Building Fund and a Certificate, highlighting the ongoing commitment to supporting the organization and its facilities.
March 15th marks the American Legion’s 107th Birthday, honoring its founding in 1919. This annual event serves as a reminder of the Legion’s longstanding tradition of service and dedication to veterans and their communities.
The celebration was attended by several distinguished members. Those present, listed from left to right, included Linwood Cowan, Keith Fancy, Justin Kitchen, Karl Price, Ted Brown, Bob Washburn, Steve Ireland, and Eric Fluet.