Leo Thomas Leyden
Leo Thomas Leyden, the first Denver man to be killed in action, was born in Denver and lived here most of his life. He was educated in the public schools and in the Denver University.
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Leyden-Chiles-Wickersham Post 1
Denver, Colorado
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Marcellus Holmes Chiles
Captain Marcellus Holmes Chiles was another Denver boy who paid the supreme sacrifice, having been a member of Company A, 356th Infantry, 89th Division. He died on November 5th, 1918, from wounds received in action in the Argonne. He was designated as one of the one hundred heroes of the World War.
John Hunter Wickersham
John Hunter Wickersham was born in Brooklyn, N. Y., Feb. 3, 1890. He came to Denver when a small boy and received his education in Denver.
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Welcome to American Legion Leyden-Chiles-Wickersham Post 1
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nation’s preeminent service organization for veterans of the U.S. armed
forces, including active duty, National Guard and Reserves, and their
families. A powerful voice for veterans in Washington, The American Legion
drafted the original GI Bill and was instrumental in establishing the
agency that today is the federal Department of Veterans Affairs.
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Announcements:
Boy Scouts & LCW Post 1
Boy Scout/Cub Scout Troop 266, sponsored by LCW
Post 1, is looking for a point of contact (liaison) from Post 1.
Main responsibility would be coordinating the annual Pinewood Derby and
the Blue and Gold Banquet. If you have time and interest, or want
additional information, please contact Tom Yagley or leave word in the
office 303-757-1919. This would be a truly fun experience – and it
is one of the Four Pillars of The American Legion – Children & Youth!!!
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