Gallery: National Commander Bill Oxford at Wells Post 210

By Tim EngstromFebruary 20, 2020February 20, 2020News

On Feb. 18, The American Legion National Commander James W. “Bill” Oxford enjoyed breakfast at Wells Post 210, the fourth stop on his tour of Minnesota. In addition to his comments on how vital The American Legion is to the future of the country, he urged veterans to get their DNA registered with the VA for the sake of identifying POW/MIA remains. Click on an image to enlarge.

Department of Minnesota Commander Mark Dvorak smiles as he eats fresh eggs for breakfast in Wells.

District 2 Commander Brad Pagel speaks with National Commander Bill Oxford.

Department Commander Mark Dvorak talks to the audience about the Hospital Association.

National Commander Bill Oxford speaks about how many young people the Legion reaches through its youth programs.

People listen to the national commander in the basement of Wells Post 210.

Legionnaires listen to presentations at Wells Post 210.

Wells Post 210 Commander Charlie Klocek presents a gift to National Commander Bill Oxford.

Wells Post 210 Commander Charlie Klocek shakes hands with National Commander Bill Oxford.

National Commander Bill Oxford shows Department of Minnesota Membership Director Sy Fix that the gift from Wells Post 210 is a cutting board.

Wells Post 210 fed the crowd with pancakes, sausage and farm-fresh eggs.