American Legion, Eagan, MN

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City of Eagan Flag Donation

In the spirit of patriotism and strengthening our community by being an active and visible presence, the Daniel R. Olsen, Eagan American Legion Post annually provides American flags to the City of Eagan.  These flags are flown at the Eagan… Continue Reading →

Eagan 9-11 Remembrance Ceremony

The Daniel R. Olsen Eagan American Legion Post 594 in cooperation with the Eagan Police and Fire Departments held a 9-11 Remembrance Ceremony at the Eagan Community Center Plaza on Sunday evening.  Color Guard units from the Eagan American Legion,… Continue Reading →

Wall That Heals Opening Ceremony – July 19, 2022

The Opening Ceremony for The Wall That Heals (TWTH) was held at Rahn Elementary School grounds on Thursday, July 21. The Wall That Heals is a scale model of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, DC.   It displays more than… Continue Reading →

Post-9/11 Veteran Service Bonus

The 2022 Legislature passed and Governor Walz signed the first-ever Veterans Omnibus Bill that included funding for a service bonus payable to eligible Veterans who served from 9/11/01 to 8/30/21. The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs (MDVA) is honored to… Continue Reading →

Defense Department Announces Atomic Veterans Commemorative Service Medal

JULY 5, 2022 Today, the Secretary of Defense established the Atomic Veterans Commemorative Service Medal to commemorate the service and sacrifice of veterans who were instrumental in the development of our Nation’s atomic and nuclear weapons programs. Our Nation’s long-standing… Continue Reading →

Flag Day 2022

On June 14th (Flag Day), Eagan Post 594 held a flag retirement ceremony at Thomas Lake Park. Assisting with the event was the Eagan Auxiliary, Boy Scout Troops 446 and 449, Girl Scout Troops 57891, 58215, 27490, 19009 and 17658.

Eagan Memorial Day 2022

A Memorial Day ceremony was hosted May 30th by Post 594 at the Eagan Tribute and Memorial Plaza starting at 2:00 pm.  The event featured a Color Guard consisting of Post 594, the Eagan Fire Department and the Eagan Police Department. The… Continue Reading →

St. John’s Eagantown Cemetery Memorial Day Ceremony 2022

At 10:00 on May 30, 2022, Post 594 held a ceremony to honor veterans at the St. John’s Eagantown Cemetery for Memorial Day.  Veteran’s families came to honor the veterans. Echo taps was played by Eagan High School students Aaron… Continue Reading →

Eagan High School Military Recognition Ceremony 2022

On May 26, 2022, Eagan High School and Post 594 held a Military Recognition Ceremony for three students entering the military after high school. The event featured Kelly Krohn signing the National Anthem. The students recognized were Ethan Brockberg, Evan… Continue Reading →

Veteran Suicide Prevention – Free Gun Locks

The MN Department of Veterans Affairs (MDVA) is partnering with the VA Healthcare System to distribute free gun locks. According to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, a locked gun can mean the difference between a tragic outcome and a… Continue Reading →

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