Byron H. Mehl American Legion Auxiliary Unit 23

09/11/2026

25 years ago, our country and the world changed forever.

Today, we honor the 2,977 lives lost on Sept. 11, 2001. We remember the families who lost loved ones, the selfless service of the first responders, and the countless heroes who stepped forward to help when our country needed them the most.

As we remember the tragic events of 9/11, we are also reminded of the strength, courage, and compassion that brought Americans together. Twenty-five years later, that spirit remains a part of who we are.

We remember those we lost. We honor those who served. And we will never forget.

07/22/2026

Earlier this week at The American Legion Boys Nation, Kansas Boys State 2026 delegates Alexis Zamora Reyes, a senior-to-be at Washington High School - KCKPS, and Burklee Jackson, a senior-to-be at Concordia Junior-Senior High School, joined The American Legion National Commander (and past Department of Kansas American Legion Commander) Dan Wiley in laying a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier during Boys Nation's visit to Arlington National Cemetery.

07/16/2026

07/04/2026

For 250 years, America has been shaped by those who answered the call to serve.

This Independence Day, we celebrate our nation's history, honor the freedoms we enjoy, and thank the veterans, servicemembers, and military families who continue to protect the ideals our country was founded on.

As we reflect on the past, we look forward with hope for the next 250 years.

Happy 250th Birthday, America! 🇺🇸

06/12/2026

05/25/2026

We laid a wreath at the Memorial Day Service at Leavenworth National Cemetery to remember those that gave all. The Legion Family from across the county came out to remember.

05/22/2026

The red poppy speaks where words fall short — a silent tribute to the sacrifices made for our freedom by the heroes who served and died for our country in all wars. ❤️‍🩹 The poppy is a reminder that their courage will never be forgotten. 🇺🇸

After World War I, the American Legion Family brought National Poppy Day® to the United States by asking Congress to designate the Friday before Memorial Day as National Poppy Day.

The Auxiliary promotes the poppy as a symbol of the sacrifices our military have made, a symbol to open people’s hearts and inspire them to donate to help support the future of veterans, servicemembers, and their families. 🇺🇸

Today, on National Poppy Day, wear a red poppy to honor the fallen and support the living. ❤️