Over this Memorial Day weekend the American Legion Hall had an exhibit of American Veteran’s memorabilia.

This event included medals, pictures and uniforms and was organized by Diane Baxter. It was very comprehensive covering WWII to the present day. The presentation of the men and women who were in the armed forces during this time was made quite poignant when one could see a large number of flags all folded the same in glass cases around the tall ceiling of the hall. These flags are laid on the coffins of those who were Veterans and represented some who had died in combat. Orcas  should give Diane a hearty thanks for remembering the Orcas Island Veterans who served and to those who gave their lives for our country. Thank you.

Jim Dingman

U.S. Army 1966-1970