The Detachment of New Jersey

Thank you for placing the trust in me to serve as the Detachment Commander for 2010-11.  With not only being the candidate for Commander, but also Liaison to the Convention Committee I had a whirlwind week in Wildwood.  Thank you everyone for your help with the convention, especially those who helped work the registration desk.  I would like to thank Squadron #133 for providing the color guard for our wreath laying ceremony at the Vietnam Veteran’s Wall across from the convention hall.  I had the high honor of being installed by the National Vice Commander for the Northeast Region of the American Legion, Mark Avis.  We were also fortunate to have the candidate for National Vice Commander East for the Sons of the American Legion, Joe Gladden at our convention.  Both Vice Commander Avis and Joe Gladden kicked off my commander’s project with a donation, and I thank both for that.   I would like to thank Commander Bob Looby and President Linda Carroll for really making us feel like part of the American Legion Family.  I anticipate a great year with their continued partnership with the Sons of the American Legion.  Also, I would not be Detachment Commander without the help and support of all the Past Detachment Commanders, our Chairman Norm Marlin and my home Post #352 in Somers Point.  Again, Thank you everyone !!