HILLSDALE, N.J.—American Legion Post 162 has donated $1,000 to the Hillsdale Public Library for the American Legion collection, which was started in 2018.
This is the post’s second such donation to the library, allowing the local institution to purchase newly published books on American military history and others promoting Americanism, a pillar of the Legion.
Initially, 65 books were purchased covering the American War of Independence, Civil War, Spanish American War, WWI, WWII, Korea, Vietnam and the current wars in the Middle East, against terror.
The collection also includes books on our presidents and their role in making America what it is today.
According to post commander Doug Frank, “America’s military history is our country’s history. We hope the public will learn about the sacrifices that have been made to provide us with the high quality of life that we enjoy today.”
(For more, see “250 Turn Out With Pride to Dedicate Veterans Memorial,” Nov. 8, 2019.)
Hillsdale Public Library Director Dave Franz adds, “It is fitting that the stories of American heroism and sacrifice may be found upon our shelves. The freedom to read, supported by a free public library, is a democratic ideal protected through the strength of our military. There are many countries lacking such freedoms.”
You can donate too. Send gifts to Hillsdale Public Library, 509 Hillsdale Ave., Hillsdale, NJ 07642.