Hamm-Burke American Legion Post 101; Monticello, IL

06/14/2026

Today, we celebrate the birthday of the United States Army and honor the soldiers who have defended our nation since 1775.

From the Revolutionary War to today's missions around the globe, generations of Army soldiers have answered the call with an unwavering commitment to duty.

To all who have worn the Army uniform: thank you for your service and sacrifice.

Happy 251st Birthday, Army!

06/12/2026

Happy Women's Veteran's Day...especially to those in our post! Thank you for your continued service!

06/06/2026

05/25/2026

Thank you to everyone from our community who joined us today at the Monticello Township Cemetery to honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our nation.

Your presence helped make this Memorial Day ceremony a meaningful tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice. We are grateful to stand alongside a community that remembers and honors our fallen heroes. 🇺🇸

05/20/2026

Hamm-Burke American Legion Post 101 & Piatt County VFW Post 5346 invite you to join us in honoring our fallen service members at the Monticello Township Cemetery on Monday at 10 AM. This annual ceremony is well attended and supported by our Piatt County Community. We hope you can take a few minutes out of your holiday weekend to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. A debt we can never repay.

05/17/2026

Fifty-eight years ago today, Monticello's PFC Robert C. Burke (a namesake of our post) valiantly fought until the end at Le Nam, Go Noi Island, Quang Nam Province, Vietnam.

His actions, which immediately preceded his death at just 18 years, 6 months, and 10 days old, resulted in him being the youngest recipient of the Medal of Honor from the Vietnam War.

Today and always, we remember PFC Burke's ultimate sacrifice and gallantry, while reaffirming our commitment to sharing his legacy with future generations.

https://www.defense.gov/News/Feature-Stories/Story/Article/2599520/medal-of-honor-monday-marine-corps-pfc-robert-c-burke/

http://www.cmohs.org/recipient.../3241/burke-robert-c.php

05/10/2026

Happy Mother's Day!

05/07/2026

On September 29, 1918, Private Roy W. Hamm was killed in action in Lorraine, France during World War I. On Sunday, August 14, 1919 it was reported that over 3,000 people attended his funeral service which was held at the Monticello Fair Grounds. His body was placed on a flower covered gun carriage led by six horses and carried to his final resting place at our Monticello Township Cemetery. His original grave marker being over 100 years old was illegible and beyond the restoration efforts of Chris Cravens, cemetery sexton. With Chris’s assistance we put in a request for a new headstone last fall. Today, Chris along with the assistance of Zach & Randy from Adams Memorial, a new headstone was installed. Hamm-Burke American Legion Post 101 is proud to remember and honor the memory of Private Roy W. Hamm. Our country will forever remember the ultimate sacrifice of Private Hamm and so many other fallen service members.

05/06/2026

The Piatt County Veterans Assistance Commission is hiring a FULL-TIME veterans assistance commission superintendent. The ideal candidate MUST be an honorably discharged Veteran of the United States Armed Forces

Veterans deserve leaders who truly understand their journey. If you’ve served, you bring firsthand knowledge, integrity, and a deep commitment to supporting fellow veterans. As a Veterans Assistance Commission Superintendent, you can turn that experience into meaningful impact—advocating for benefits, strengthening community support, and ensuring no veteran is left behind. Step up and continue your service in a role that makes a difference every day!

**This position is through the Piatt County Veterans Assistance Commission** Please see the link below for the listing and full requirements on the Piatt County website.
https://piatt.gov/government/employment.php?rz=jobDetails&id=6