Warrenton, Ga. — U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff is recognizing the Reese-Hyman American Legion Post #96 on its 100th anniversary with an Official U.S. Senate Commendation.
Founded in 1923 by World War I veterans from Warren and Glascock Counties, the Reese-Hyman American Legion was named in honor of Cummings Reese and Samuel Hart Hyman, the only Warren County residents who lost their lives in service to the nation during World War One.
In July, its members gathered in Warrenton to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Reese-Hyman American Legion Post #96.
Led today by Commander Patricia Hambsch, the Reese-Hyman American Legion Post #96 continues bringing local veterans together, helping them access their hard-earned benefits and advocating for policies that help veterans.
Please find Sen. Ossoff’s Official U.S. Senate Commendation to the Reese-Hyman American Legion Post #96 here in the Congressional Record and below:
“Mr. President, I rise to commend the Reese-Hyman American Legion Post #96 on its 100th anniversary.
“Founded in 1923 by World War I veterans from Warren and Glascock Counties, the Reese-Hyman American Legion was named in honor of Cummings Reese and Samuel Hart Hyman, the only Warren County residents who lost their lives in service to the nation during World War I.
“According to Eric Wilkerson, who had served as the Post’s adjutant for 17 years, the local chapter quickly grew to over 100 members in its first few months and became very active in the community, including running the annual Warren-Glascock County Fair.
“Led today by Commander Patricia Hambsch, the Reese-Hyman American Legion Post #96 continues bringing local veterans together, helping them access their hard-earned benefits and advocating for policies that help veterans.
“In July, its members gathered in Warrenton to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Reese-Hyman American Legion Post #96.
“Mr. President, as Georgia’s U.S. Senator, I thank all of Georgia’s veterans for their service and sacrifice on behalf of our nation, and I commend the Reese-Hyman American Legion Post #96 on this momentous occasion.”
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