American Legion Auxiliary Unit 104 Taftville, CT

03/16/2025

They Serve, We Honor. Proud of Them. Always! ❤️🫡
Ten Unknown Facts About
Founding: Tesla was founded in 2003 by engineers Martin Eberhard and Marc Tarpenning,
not Elon Musk. Musk joined the company as a major investor and became its public face.
Model Naming Quirk: Tesla’s car lineup follows a playful pattern: Model S, 3, X, and Y.
Elon Musk has said it was meant to spell "S3XY," with the number 3 replacing an "E."
Battery Focus: Tesla's breakthrough isn’t just in electric cars but also in battery technology. Tesla has invested heavily in creating powerful and long-lasting batteries, not only for cars but also for energy storage solutions like Powerwall.
Autopilot and Full Self-Driving: Tesla’s Autopilot is an advanced driver-assistance system, but it’s not fully autonomous. The company is working on Full Self-Driving (FSD) software, which could eventually enable true autonomous driving.
Gigafactories: Tesla operates massive manufacturing plants known as Gigafactories, located in the U.S., China, and Germany. These factories are integral to Tesla’s ability to scale production and reduce costs.
SpaceX Connection: Tesla and SpaceX, both run by Elon Musk, share more than just a CEO. The companies collaborate on technology, and SpaceX’s Falcon Heavy rocket even launched a Tesla Roadster into space as part of a 2018 test flight.
Sustainable Vision: Tesla's mission is to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy.
In addition to electric cars, the company is a leader in solar power and energy storage solutions.
Over-the-Air Updates: Tesla was the first car manufacturer to allow over-the-air software updates, letting owners download new features and improvements to their cars without visiting a dealership.
AI and Robots: Tesla’s AI Day event introduced Tesla Bot, a humanoid robot designed to handle dangerous or
repetitive tasks, showcasing Musk’s vision for AI and robotics beyond automobiles.
Environmental Impact: Tesla has reduced the overall carbon footprint of its vehicle manufacturing and is
working on creating fully recyclable batteries, making it a leader in the green automotive revolution.

03/03/2025

02/28/2025

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02/17/2025

Thank you to everyone for following our Auxiliary Unit 104 page.
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02/10/2025

Excellent movie, dedicated military women who loved their country.

Also mentioned in chat with Steve and Garry yesterday.

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02/10/2025

The Chamber is a Greater Norwich Area Chamber of Commerce - Norwich, CT is a great supporter of our military and veterans.

02/10/2025

Su***de has no single cause and no one approach can end it—but prevention is possible, especially when veterans find support before a crisis happens. If you or someone you know needs help, Dial 988, then Press 1.
https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/suicide_prevention/index.asp

02/10/2025

In Crisis? Dial 988 for Help.

If you're a Veteran in crisis, dial 988 and press 1 for immediate support. Don't wait — help is available now.

Reach out today if you need assistance or know someone who does.
📞 Dial 988, press 1 for Veterans

🔗 Learn more at [CombatTheSilence.org]

#988

02/10/2025

With the recent west coast fires impacting so many, the Auxiliary Emergency Fund (AEF) is ready to lend a hand to American Legion Auxiliary members facing financial setbacks from these natural disasters. Your support can bring relief when it's needed most. Donate online today and stay up to date with AEF’s efforts by joining the AEF Facebook group. Together, we can make a difference by members helping members. 🤝

AEF Webpage Link ➡️ www.legion-aux.org/aef
Link for AEF Facebook Group ➡️ www.facebook.com/groups/AuxEmergencyFund

02/10/2025

Calling all Women Veterans!

She Served Too, LLC is presenting a special event at the State Capital honoring Women Veterans. Meet and greet with other Women Veterans while they launch this new effort to honor women who have served.

CVLC is proud to have many Women Veterans on our staff, board, and within our pro bono network, including as our Executive Director and Board Chair.

Contact organizer Gladys Sulva-Perales with questions.

02/10/2025

I wish I lived closer, I have lots of books, a great idea.

Good evening🌛 Book Sale Coming Soon 📚 But first we need your help📣 Stafford Springs American Legion Auxiliary Unit 26 is looking for donations of gently used books on any subject, novels and picture books. There will be two locations for donation drop offs, which are located in Stafford. Next one happening next Saturday, February 22! 📅

If anybody is interested in making donations, but cannot make it to the drop off locations OR if you have any questions please feel free to contact Taylor Post-Paquin by text/call 860-930-5317 or email [email protected]