American Legion Post 160 Yukon

06/04/2026

Yukon promotes a military veteran! Congratulations Chief Brown!

The City of Yukon is pleased to announce the appointment of John Brown as Chief of Police. Brown brings over 23 years of law enforcement experience and more than 27 years of military leadership to the position.

Brown has spent over 21 years with the Yukon Police Department, rising through the ranks from Officer, Sergeant, Lieutenant, Captain, and Major to his most recent role as Deputy Chief. Throughout his tenure, he has managed daily operations, department policy, and community relations, while also serving as a Drug Recognition Expert (DRE), Honor Guard Commander, and SFST/DRE instructor.

Read on at: https://www.yukonok.gov/m/newsflash/home/detail/128

06/04/2026

Veterans, how will your story be remembered?

Every veteran has a story. A story of service, sacrifice, duty, friendship, courage, and love of country. Those stories deserve to live on long after we are gone.

This weekend, Yukon American Legion Post 160 is partnering with Senator James Lankford's office to record veterans' stories as part of the Veterans History Project, which will be permanently preserved in the Library of Congress.

Many veterans never talk about their service. Some believe their experiences were "nothing special." But to your children, grandchildren, and future generations, your story is priceless. They deserve to hear your voice, learn about your experiences, and understand the sacrifices that helped protect our nation.

Families, please encourage the veterans in your lives to participate. One day, these recordings may become a treasured family legacy—a chance for future generations to hear firsthand what their veteran lived through, accomplished, and sacrificed.

No veteran's story is too small. Whether you served during wartime or peacetime, at home or overseas, your service matters. Your story matters.

Don't let your history be lost to time.

Leave a legacy. Preserve your story. Honor your service.

Contact Senator Lankford's office today to schedule your recording session and ensure your story becomes part of America's permanent historical record.

Your service helped shape our nation's history. Now help preserve it.
Call Senator Lankford Officie at (918) 581-7651 to schedule.

06/04/2026

YUKON MEMORIAL DAY: Special thanks to all that read the names of all Yukon veterans that have service from the City of Yukon! Thanks to the post volunteer that helped set up the event! Also, to our sponsors: Bluepeak (Fiber Internet) and Yanda & Son Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

05/24/2026

MEMORIAL WEEKEND RIDE: The Post held its first ride of the year for the American Legion Riders, and it was a huge success! Riders Director Chad Kautz planned and scouted the route, coordinated every stop, and worked hard to make it a great event. Thank you to all the riders who participated and helped make this a memorable ride!

05/24/2026

MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND: Special thanks to Acting Commander Jason Oliphant for leading the Legion’s support of Boy Scouts of America Troop 390’s effort to honor Yukon veterans who have passed and are laid to rest at the Yukon Cemetery. Thank you as well to Post member Charles K. for assisting with this meaningful tribute to our veterans.

05/24/2026

We have 5 boys from Yukon attending 😍😍😍 Special thanks to Bluepeak for sponsoring these students and Girls State as well!

05/23/2026

FROM THE POST COMMANDER: This Memorial Day weekend in the Netherlands has been one our family will never forget. 🇺🇸🇳🇱

Today we honored 121 Oklahoma servicemen buried far from home who gave their lives during World War II for the freedoms we enjoy today.

With the help of Stef, a wonderful Dutch citizen, we continued a tradition that has been carried on for more than 60 years by placing Oklahoma flags at each gravesite at the Netherlands American Cemetery in Margraten.

Standing among these heroes was a powerful reminder that freedom is never free. Their courage, sacrifice, and service must never be forgotten.

I’m especially thankful my grandchildren were able to be part of this experience and learn the importance of honoring our veterans and remembering those who paid the ultimate price.

May we always remember.