Commander’s Message, March 2026
Ron Hindmand, Post 3 Commander
Fellow Legionnaires,
Happy 250th Anniversary to our beloved USA! Hope you are all enjoying this important milestone that was made possible by the blood, sweat and service of all the who have performed their duty in the United States Armed Forces and to the countless families that supported them. Our country’s continued existence was at the cost of so many brave patriots going back to even before 1776. As Legionnaires I know that you appreciate our cherished heritage.
By the time you receive this July Newsletter our annual Nebraska American Legion Department Convention will be history. We have many new commanders and officers installed this month. Congratulations to all! Especially our own Rich Lemmerman and John Ottoson who were sworn in as District 15 Commander and District 15 Vice-Commander, respectively. Our recently retired adjutant, Ed Schnabel, was awarded the Citizenship award from District 15. Additionally, I would like to thank Post 3 members for electing me for a second term as Post 3 Commander. I appreciate that responsibility and will do my best to live up to the trust you have shown in me.
The State of Nebraska and the Nebraska Department of Veteran Affairs (NDVA) has developed a Challenge Coin for our Korean War Veterans. In June we reached out to our Post 3 veterans of the Korean War Era to inform them of presentation ceremonies and how to receive this coin. At the Department of Nebraska Headquarters Open House and dedication ceremony two of our Post 3 members were the first to receive their coins.
On July 24th the NDVA and Governor Pillen will be hosting a special ceremony at the Nebraska State Capitol to present coins and Post 3 will have at least one of our members there to receive his coin. Additionally, we plan to recognize our Korean War Veterans and present coins at our monthly Post 3 meeting in September and have offered to coordinate ceremonies at retirement homes that our Veterans reside in. Given the options we sent out to our Korean Era Veterans, they can decide on how they would like to be presented with these coins representing their service.
Finally, thank you for renewing your membership this last year as we are preparing for the cycle to begin again. Notices for 2027 will be out soon and your continued dedication to the American Legion and Post 3 is appreciated.
Go USA!
For God and Country,
Ron Hindmand
Post 3 Commander
Dedicated veteran standing proudly outdoors.