POST HISTORY
American Legion Post 295 received its permanent Charter on December 7th, 1983. Post 295 is a 501(c)19, Veterans Service Organization, incorporated in Maryland.
Post 295 is homeless, which means we do not have a Post Home* of our own. However, Post 295 has been successfully carrying out the programs of the American Legion since 1983 without a Post Home.*Post 295 would gladly accept donations of property for the purpose of founding a Post Home.Members of The American Legion, American Legion Auxiliary and Sons of The American Legion comprise the Legion family, which has a combined membership of nearly 4.2 million Nationally.
Post 295 is homeless, which means we do not have a Post Home* of our own. However, Post 295 has been successfully carrying out the programs of the American Legion since 1983 without a Post Home.*Post 295 would gladly accept donations of property for the purpose of founding a Post Home.Members of The American Legion, American Legion Auxiliary and Sons of The American Legion comprise the Legion family, which has a combined membership of nearly 4.2 million Nationally.
Post 295 once had a home locate under the former Safeway on the Southeast corner from Quince Orchard High School. At the time thwy were renting, when the owners were looking to sell the property, the Post was unable to keep up and closed its doors. Membership dwindled from 176 to 27 members in 2002. Membership increase since 2002, 1246%
In 2002, while performing his duties as County Commander, Bob Ouellette, met with Post Commander Rudy Wagner and Adjutant Rick Price. After some discussion, Ouellette, decided to transfer to Post 295, the rest you could say is history. Almost immediately, Wagner and Price asked Ouellette, to be the Post Commander, he declined he request until the end of his 2nd term as Montgomery County Commander (2001-02 & 2002-03).
In January 2003, Legionnaires from the Vietnam Veterans Memorial American Legion Post 295 founded Operation Provide Comfort to assist wound and sick military members with personal care needs while they are undergoing rehabilitation at the area’s military hospitals. In the Spring the Legion Riders organized a Poker Run for OPC. County Commander Bob Ouellette and Cpl Eddie Wright a Marine from Walter Reed were interviewed by WUSA's Phyllis Armstrong to promote the event. Even with the promotion, there was little turn-out. The follow on story on the 11pm news brought out more donations than the Poker Run would have raised if the ride had been successful. The interviews are available below.
Membership increase since 2002, 1246%
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May 20, 2004: County Commander Bob Ouellette and Cpl Eddie Wright a Marine from Walter Reed were interviewed by WUSA's Phyllis Armstrong to promote the event. Even with the promotion, there was little turn-out. The follow on story on the 11pm news brought out more donations than the Poker Run would have raised if the ride had been successful.
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May 23, 2004: County Commander Bob Ouellette and Cpl Eddie Wright a Marine from Walter Reed were interviewed by WUSA's Phyllis Armstrong to promote the event. Even with the promotion, there was little turn-out. The follow on story on the 11pm news brought out more donations than the Poker Run would have raised if the ride had been successful.
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May 30: 2004: Deputy Secretary of Defense Paul Wolfowitz presents Cpl Eddie Wright with the Bronze Star at the Iwo Jima Marine Memorial, Memorial Day 2004. The presentation was accompanied by 2 Companies and the Marine Band from 8th & I. The Iraqi's who loked on had had one of their hands removed by Saddam Hussein for "crimes."
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US ARMY FREEDOM TEAM SALUTE
Freedom Team Salute Veterans Day Presentation
Front L tp RL Mannie Aragon, Bart Trimboli, 101 years old, 82d Airborne, 325th Glider Infantry, Mike Stanley Back Row: Bob Ouellette - MC Commander; SGT Carol Errillene; , Col Griffith, Director Freedom Team Salute
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Gaithersburg Post 295 Senior Team
Rick Price, Coach/Manager 1983-2011
Steve Cononie, Coach 2012-
Maryland American Legion Baseball Champions
2003, 2004, 2008
Montgomery County Championships
1990, 1992, 1999, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006
2008, 2009, 2010, 2011
Gaithersburg Post 295 Junior Team
Potomac League Champions
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American Legion Auxiliary
Unit 295 -
Chartered in 2006, in the spirit of service, not self, the
mission of the American Legion Auxiliary is to support The American Legion and
to honor the sacrifice of those who serve by enhancing the lives of our
veterans, military, and their families, both at home and abroad.
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Sons of The American Legion Squadron 295
Founded in 2003, exists to honor the service and sacrifice of Legionnaires.
Squadron Achievements
4-Star (All Time High)
3 Star (100% of Goal)
2011, 2012
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American Legion Rider Chapter 295
Rolling Thunder Participation 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012
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OPERATION PROVIDE COMFORT
Originally founded to support wounded warriors at Bethesda Naval Hospital, OPC has shifted focus to provided support and information for those who have loved oned who may be exhibiting signs of stress or post traumatic stress and the families who care for them.
See the Operation Provide Comfort page for photo and more information.
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POST AWARDS & RECOGNITION
Members of the American Legion Family are recognized by the American Legion Department of Maryland and the National Organization.
The awards presented to members of Vietnam Veterans Post 295 are presented here in the following order: National, Department, Post, Other.
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Four Star Department Commanders Trophy
Description:
This award is designed to recognize American Legion Posts for being the
1st Post in Maryland to reach 4-Star (All Time High)
2005 ~ Bob Ouellette, Post Commander
2008 ~ Bob Ouellette, Post Commander
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Four Star Award All Time High
Description: This award is designed to recognize every American Legion Post
for meeting or exceeding the All Time Post membership high.
2004 ~ Rudy Wagner, Post Commander
2005 ~ Bob Ouellette, Post Commander
2007 ~ Bob Ouellette, Post Commander
2008 ~ Bob Ouellette, Post Commander
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Three Star Department Commander’s Trophy
Description:
This award is designed to recognize American Legion Posts for being the
1st Post in Maryland to reach 3-Star (Membership Goal + 1%) 2004 ~ Rudy Wagner. Post Commander 2005 ~ Bob Ouellette, Post Commander
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Description: This award is designed to recognize every American Legion Post for meeting or exceeding the 100% of the previous years membership. 2003 ~Rudy Wagner, Post Commander 2004 ~ Rudy Wagner, Post Commander
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Southern Maryland District County Commander of the Year
Southern Maryland District County Commander of the Year selected from County Commanders from Anne Arundel, Calvert, Charles, Montgomery, Prince George's and St Mary's Counties.
Bob Ouellette served as Montgomery County Commander for 3 terms, 2002-2003; 2003-2004 and 2008-2009.
Ouellette achieved 100% Membership Goal as County Commander in 2004 and 2009.
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Department Membership Recruiter of the Year
Description: This award is designed to recognize American Legion Member who has recruited the most members in the Department during the current Legion Year.
2004 ~ Robert (Bob) Ouellette
2005 ~ Robert (Bob) Ouellette
2007 ~ Robert (Bob) Ouellette
2008 ~ Robert (Bob) Ouellette
2009 ~ Robert (Bob) Ouellette
2010 ~ Robert (Bob) Ouellette
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Gold Brigade Membership Award
Description: This award is designed to recognize American Legion Member who has recruited 50 or more members in the current Legion Year.
2000 ~ Robert (Bob) Ouellette
2004 ~ Robert (Bob) Ouellette
2005 ~ Robert (Bob) Ouellette
2006 ~ Robert (Bob) Ouellette
2007 ~ Robert (Bob) Ouellette
2008 ~ Robert (Bob) Ouellette
2009 ~ Robert (Bob) Ouellette
2010 ~ Robert (Bob) Ouellette
2011 ~ Robert (Bob) Ouellette 2012 ~ Robert (Bob) Ouellette 2013 ~ Robert (Bob) Ouellette 2014 ~ Robert (Bob) Ouellette (qualified)
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Description: This award is designed to recognize American Legion Posts for meeting or exceeding 120% of their membership goal.
2003 for Achieving 152%
2004 for Achieving 402%
2005 for Achieving 177%
2007 for Achieving 153%
2008 for Achieving 137%
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For Posts of 15 to 100 members 2003 ~Rudy Wagner, Post Commander 2004 ~ Rudy Wagner, Post Commander
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Description: This award is designed to recognize American Legion Posts for the current Legion Year.
2007 ~ Bob Ouellette, Post Commander
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Spafford Memorial Trophy Southern Maryland District 2005 ~ Bob Ouellette, Post Commander Spafford Memorial Trophy Southern Maryland District 2005 ~ Bob Ouellette, Post Commander
Spafford Memorial Trophy Southern Maryland District 2005 ~ Bob Ouellette, Post Commander
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Spafford Memorial Trophy Southern Maryland District
2005 ~ Bob Ouellete, Post Commander
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Spafford Memorial Trophy Southern Maryland District 2005 ~ Bob Ouellette, Post Commander 
Southern Maryland District
National Honor Ribbon Description: To be awarded annually to American Legion Posts for having 100 per cent, or more, of the post's previous year's membership enrolled for the coming year by December 31. 2005 ~ Bob Ouellette, Post Commander
National Emergency Fund Donor Ribbon Description: To be awarded annually to American Legion Posts for donating to the National Emergency fund. 2005 ~ Bob Ouellette, Post Commander
AMERICAN LEGION & SCOUTING SQUARE KNOT AWARD Description: This award is designed to recognize American Legion, American Legion Auxiliary or Sons of The American Legion members who are actively involved in the Scouting program. This award is not meant to be a selective or limited award, but one that is available to any American Legion, American Legion Auxiliary or Sons of The American Legion member who completes the requirements for the award. The award is meant to recognize dedication and work required by an American Legion, American Legion Auxiliary or Sons of The American Legion member to assist in furthering the Scouting program in The American Legion. Post 295 Recipients: Chris Glass
American Legion Baseball The American Legion Baseball Program is the corner stone of Post 295’s Children and youth Program. Youths from local high schools participate in baseball programs, ages range from 16 to 18. Maryland State Champions 2003 ~ Rick Price, Coach 2004 ~ Rick Price, Coach 2008 ~ Rick Price, Coach Montgomery County Legion Baseball Champions 1990 ~ Rick Price, Coach 1992 ~ Rick Price, Coach 1999 ~ Rick Price, Coach 2003 ~ Rick Price, Coach 2004 ~ Rick Price, Coach 2005 ~ Rick Price, Coach 2006 ~ Rick Price, Coach 2008 ~ Rick Price, Coach 2009 ~ Rich Price, Coach 2010 ~ Rick Price, Coach 2011 ~ Rick Price, Coach
Legionnaire of the Year Description: Given to the Legionnaire who exemplifies the principles of the American Legion. 2005 ~ Bob Ouellette 2006 ~ Rick Price
Description:
This award is designed to recognize American Legion Posts in Southern
Maryland District for having the highest membership percentage in each
category by the cutoff date in January. Category I (Posts under 100) 1st 2002-03 ~ Rudy Wagner, Post Commander 1st 2003-04 ~ Rudy Wagner, Post Commander Category II (Posts under 101 to 200) 2nd Place 2004-05 ~ Bob Ouellette, Post Commander 1st Place 2006-07 ~ Bob Ouellette, Post Commander Category III (Posts under 201 to 500) 2nd Place 2007-08 ~ Bob Ouellette, Post Commander 2nd Place 2008-09 ~ Bob Ouellette, Post Commander
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