Kaptur Presents Ceremonial Rifles and U.S. Capitol Flag to American Legion in Sandusky
SANDUSKY, OH – Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) was at American Legion Post 83 in Sandusky this morning to present Post Commander Terry Kaufman, Color Guard Commander Dan Break, and other American Legion members with new color guard rifles provided by the U.S. Army.
Post leaders worked for months to secure these replacement rifles, which are used in various ceremonies around Erie County. When Rep. Kaptur learned of the disrepair and unsafe condition of the Post’s old burial rifles, she personally assisted in acquiring the replacement rifles from the Army.
“The effort and leadership put forth by these volunteers at American Legion Post 83 set an important example for us to follow,” said Rep. Kaptur. “The commitment of time and energy given selflessly by the members of the Post and Color Guard in support of our veterans and their families is a real treasure for this community. I was pleased to be able to play a small part in helping them in their efforts today.”
Post Commander Terry Kaufman added, “The hard work of Congresswoman Kaptur and her staff has been a real beacon for our Post and our Color Guard. We could not have navigated the bureaucracy involved in acquiring these rifles without the support of her office.”
Color Guard Commander Dan Break also noted, “With the assistance of Congresswoman Kaptur and her staff, we are able to honor veterans throughout Erie County. I know that their families appreciate it and we do as well.”
The newly issued rifles will be used by the color guard to perform military honors as part of area veterans’ funerals and other special ceremonies and events in Erie County. During the ceremony, Rep. Kaptur also presented Post Commander Kaufman with a United States Flag that was ceremonially flown over the U.S. Capitol. American Legion Post 83 in Sandusky, Ohio is the largest American Legion Post in all of Ohio.
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