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Recognition of American Legion Post 290 for Hosting 'The Moving Wall'

Original title: THANKING THE AMERICAN LEGION POST 290 FOR SPONSORING THE MOVING WALL

June 30, 2026

Veterans Affairs Commemorations North Carolina Military History

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The Frame

What this does

This document serves as an official acknowledging the community effort and local leadership involved in hosting a national memorial exhibit in King, North Carolina.

Who is mentioned in the record

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American Legion Post 290

The organization hosted the traveling memorial and received formal congressional recognition for their efforts.

American Legion Auxiliary

The organization served as the official sponsor for the event.

What changed

Last recorded activity June 30, 2026.

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Summary

Representative Virginia Foxx formally recognized American Legion Post 290 in King, North Carolina, for sponsoring a traveling replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. The event, held in late April and early May 2026, honored the sacrifices of Vietnam War veterans.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is 'The Moving Wall'?

It is a 246-foot-long traveling replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial designed to honor those who served and died in the Vietnam War.

Who organized the event in King, North Carolina?

The event was sponsored by the American Legion Auxiliary, with specific credit given to Sheila Winfrey, Lynn Shouse, Cherryl Penn, and Jessie Penn.

Why It Matters

This document serves as an official acknowledging the community effort and local leadership involved in hosting a national memorial exhibit in King, North Carolina.

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Commemorative Focus

The document highlights the role of local American Legion chapters in facilitating national memorial exhibits.

American Legion Post 290

Connected Entities

personSheila Winfrey“President of the 290 unit.”Map →

other109“Issue number of the Congressional Record.”Map →

personLynn Shouse“Vice president of the 290 unit.”Map →

organizationAmerican Legion Auxiliary“The group that sponsored the event.”Map →

personCherryl Penn“Individual credited with organizing the event.”Map →

personJessie Penn“Individual credited with organizing the event.”Map →

organizationGovernment Publishing Office“Publisher of the Congressional Record.”Map →

other246“Length of the wall in feet.”Map →

organizationAmerican Legion Post 290“The organization that sponsored the traveling memorial in King, North Carolina.”Map →

personVirginia Foxx“U.S. Representative from North Carolina who delivered the remarks.”Map →

other172“Volume number of the Congressional Record.”Map →

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