[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 5 (Wednesday, January 10, 2024)]
[House]
[Page H24]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




      CELEBRATING KANE VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS POST'S CENTENNIAL

  (Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania asked and was given permission to 
address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate 
100 years of the Kane Veterans of Foreign Wars charter located in 
McKean County.
  The Kane VFW post is a top-tier post in the State. In 2023, they 
qualified and were awarded All State status for the second time and 
were also awarded the coveted All American Post award for the first 
time.
  The post will mark this anniversary with a celebration at the end of 
January with numerous guest speakers, camaraderie, and friendship.
  The Kane VFW post's first meeting to establish their charter was held 
on December 11, 1923, in the Eagle Hall, and they were granted their 
charter on January 29, 1924, with just 79 founding members. Over the 
years, the club grew in size, serving as a place for veterans and 
community members alike to gather in fellowship.
  Mr. Speaker, VFW posts are so important to our communities because 
they offer veterans a place to gather together and connect. From 
hosting local Scout troops to important community meetings, the Kane 
VFW post has seen it all over the last 100 years.
  Mr. Speaker, I congratulate the Kane VFW and their dedicated members 
on this monumental anniversary.

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