Victory in Europe Day, or V-E Day, is celebrated annually on May 8 to commemorate the unconditional surrender of Nazi Germany to the Allied Forces in 1945, marking the end of World War II in Europe. This historic day followed two surrender signings—on May 7 in Reims, France, and May 8 in [...]
Attention all American Legion members! You are cordially invited to attend the monthly auxiliary meeting held at the American Legion in Idyllwild. This is a wonderful opportunity for us to come together and discuss important matters related to our post. As we continue to strive towards our mission of supporting veterans and [...]
Attention, Executive Committee Members of American Legion Post 800! Mark your calendars for our monthly Executive Committee meeting, held on the second Tuesday of each month at 6:00 p.m. These meetings are a cornerstone of our leadership, collaboration, and decision-making efforts, ensuring the continued success of our initiatives and community programs. Your [...]
Today, we honor the silent heroes who stand behind our nation's bravest. 💙 Happy Military Spouse Appreciation Day! 🎉 Observed on May 9th, 2025, this day is dedicated to celebrating the unwavering resilience, sacrifices, and selfless support of military spouses. They are the backbone of military families, holding everything together through missions, deployments, [...]
Mark your calendars for Armed Forces Day, observed this year on Saturday, May 17th—a day dedicated to honoring the bravery, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment of our nation's military personnel. This special occasion pays tribute to every branch of the armed forces, celebrating the men and women who protect our freedoms and serve [...]
Memorial Day stands as a deeply meaningful federal holiday where we gather to honor the brave military members who gave their lives in service to our country. Observed on the last Monday of May each year, this day is rooted in a post-Civil War tradition first known as Decoration Day, and brings [...]
When: First Tuesday of every month Pre-Meeting Meet & Greet: 6:00 PM Meeting Start Time: 6:30 PM Where: American Legion Post 800 Details: Join the Idyllwild Mile High Radio Club for our monthly meeting! Whether you're a seasoned radio enthusiast or just curious about amateur radio, this is a great opportunity to [...]
Attention all American Legion members! You are cordially invited to attend the monthly auxiliary meeting held at the American Legion in Idyllwild. This is a wonderful opportunity for us to come together and discuss important matters related to our post. As we continue to strive towards our mission of supporting veterans and [...]
Attention, Executive Committee Members of American Legion Post 800! Mark your calendars for our monthly Executive Committee meeting, held on the second Tuesday of each month at 6:00 p.m. These meetings are a cornerstone of our leadership, collaboration, and decision-making efforts, ensuring the continued success of our initiatives and community programs. Your [...]
When: First Tuesday of every month Pre-Meeting Meet & Greet: 6:00 PM Meeting Start Time: 6:30 PM Where: American Legion Post 800 Details: Join the Idyllwild Mile High Radio Club for our monthly meeting! Whether you're a seasoned radio enthusiast or just curious about amateur radio, this is a great opportunity to [...]
Attention all American Legion members! You are cordially invited to attend the monthly auxiliary meeting held at the American Legion in Idyllwild. This is a wonderful opportunity for us to come together and discuss important matters related to our post. As we continue to strive towards our mission of supporting veterans and [...]
Attention, Executive Committee Members of American Legion Post 800! Mark your calendars for our monthly Executive Committee meeting, held on the second Tuesday of each month at 6:00 p.m. These meetings are a cornerstone of our leadership, collaboration, and decision-making efforts, ensuring the continued success of our initiatives and community programs. Your [...]
The Korean War, often referred to as the "Forgotten War," was a significant conflict that unfolded between June 25, 1950, and July 27, 1953. It began when North Korea, backed by the Soviet Union and China, launched a surprise invasion of South Korea, aiming to unify the Korean Peninsula under communist rule. [...]
The invasion of Kuwait by Iraq in August 1990 marked a significant turning point in Middle Eastern geopolitics and set the stage for one of the most consequential military operations of the late 20th century. On August 2, 1990, Iraqi forces, under the leadership of President Saddam Hussein, launched a swift and [...]
When: First Tuesday of every month Pre-Meeting Meet & Greet: 6:00 PM Meeting Start Time: 6:30 PM Where: American Legion Post 800 Details: Join the Idyllwild Mile High Radio Club for our monthly meeting! Whether you're a seasoned radio enthusiast or just curious about amateur radio, this is a great opportunity to [...]