LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending Frederick G. Williams Veterans of
Foreign Wars Post No. 2888 for its steadfast and unwavering dedication
to the community

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 commend
Frederick G. Williams Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 2888 for its
steadfast and unwavering dedication to the community; and
WHEREAS, There are more than two million members of the Veterans of
Foreign Wars (VFW) and its auxiliaries located in approximately 8,000
Posts worldwide; founded in 1899, this vital organization assists all
veterans and their families in obtaining veterans entitlements and other
services; and
WHEREAS, In addition, the VFW works for the well-being of those serv-
ing on active duty, in the National Guard and the Reserve; and
WHEREAS, Frederick G. Williams Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 2888
of Corona, New York has served the needs of local veterans and their
families, the local community, and the strength, power and influence of
its national organization for more than 80 years; and
WHEREAS, This momentous occasion is a time to pause and reflect on the
events VFW Post 2888 conducts in reverent tribute to the men and women
who served their country in defense of its ideals of democracy and free-
dom, 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, Frederick G. Williams Post 2888 has a noble past, accomplish-
ing 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 2888 celebrates with just pride and true honor, its service to
the 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 Frederick G. Williams Post 2888; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend Frederick G. Williams Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 2888 for
its steadfast and unwavering dedication to the community; and be it
further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Frederick G. Williams Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No.
2888, Corona, New York.