Gallery: National Commander Bill Oxford at Madelia Post 19

By Tim EngstromFebruary 21, 2020News

On Feb. 18, The American Legion National Commander James W. “Bill” Oxford enjoyed lunch at Madelia Post 19, the fifth stop on his tour of Minnesota. He told of his 34-year military career, explained his involvement in The American Legion and how he became national commander. He also shared his visit to the White House for the signing of the POW?MIA Act. Click on an image to enlarge.

Larry Cline of Lincolntown, North Carolina, is the aide to the national commander.

Deserts at Madelia Post 19.

Military flags posted next to the U.S. flag at Madelia Post 19.

National Commander Bill Oxford greets a member of Hutchinson Post 96.

National Commander Bill Oxford greets an Auxiliary member who has come to hear him speak in Madelia.

National Commander Bill Oxford greets a Legionnaire who has come to hear him speak in Madelia.

A place is set to remember POWs and MIAs.

Auxiliary members prepare food in the kitchen.

People talk while they wait for the food to be served.

Madelia Post 19 Commander Doug Gappa welcomes the national commander.

People in attendance rise for the national commander.

National Commander Bill Oxford speaks at Madelia Post 19.

Madelia Post 19 Commander Doug Gappa hands a gift to National Commander Bill Oxford.

Madelia Post 19 Commander Doug Gappa presents a check to National Commander Bill Oxford for the National Commander’s Project.

National Commander Bill Oxford speaks to reporters from newspapers in Madelia and St. James.