Honor VFW Post 6427

Senate Resolution No. 2640 BY: Senator BONACIC COMMEMORATING the 50th Anniversary of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6427 of Tusten-Highland-Lumberland, New York WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to commend and support the purposeful cause of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) of the United States of America, recognizing its long and sustained commitment to the principles of democracy and freedom so revered by this State and Nation; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post

6427 of Tusten-Highland-Lumberland, New York; and WHEREAS, The members of the VFW Post 6427 are always available to support veterans and their families in times of need; they are a symbol of military heritage, community and patriotism; and WHEREAS, The occasion of the 50th Anniversary of the founding of VFW Post 6427 is a time to pause and reflect on the events it conducts in reverent tribute to the men and women who served their country in defense of its ideals of democracy and freedom, on the many contributions rendered to community organizations, and on its continuing efforts to foster understanding of their heritage and role in society; and WHEREAS, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6427 of Tusten-Highland-Lumberland, New York has a noble past, accomplishing its mission and performing its good deeds in a spirit of comradeship true to the highest traditions of the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States of America; and WHEREAS, Mindful of its proud and honored history, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6427 celebrates with just pride and true honor, its 50th Anniversary of service to its community and the needs and values of veterans across the State and Nation; and WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to commend the devoted leadership of the Post's outstanding Commanders, both present and past, and the absolute commitment of its many proud members, noting the role played by this exceptional organization and recognizing the significance of the contributions and sacrifices of the membership of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6427 of Tusten-Highland-Lumberland, New York; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to commemorate the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6427 of Tusten-Highland-Lumberland, New York; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6427 of Tusten-Highland-Lumberland, New York.