American Legion Mitchell Unit 281 Archives

11.05.2024 Featured Story

A Shelter Island Vietnam veteran remembers: George Rowland, and a war that changed everything

In 1969, George Rowland, a fourth-generation Islander, graduated from Shelter Island High School. He was an ambitious youth, especially drawn to art and mechanical drawing, and participated in school...

11.09.2023 Featured Story

World War II Shelter Island vets recall service: Vivid memories of combat

Shelter Island proudly honors its veterans on the day set aside for recognizing their service, this year on Saturday, Nov. 11, with ceremonies at the Community Center at 11...

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A Shelter Island Vietnam veteran remembers: George Rowland, and a war that changed everything

World War II Shelter Island vets recall service: Vivid memories of combat