Woodbury American Legion and VFW commemorate the 25th Anniversary of 9/11

It is hard to imagine that 25 years have passed since the deadliest terrorist attack in American history. A quarter century after the September 11, 2001 attacks, 100 million Americans are too young to remember the day that changed our nation forever.

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Tuesday, September 11, 2001, began as a beautiful, calm, clear, and warm late-summer morning. For those of us living on that day, we will never forget where we were or what we were doing, whether it was going to work, dropping off kids at school or just starting our day at our jobs.

Terrorists attacked the World Trade Center, the Pentagon, and attempted a fourth strike that was stopped only by the courage of the passengers of Flight 93. Nearly 3,000 innocent lives were lost, including first responders who ran toward danger without hesitation. Today, on Patriot Day, we honor their memory. We remember the families forever changed, the heroes who gave everything, and the unity that carried our nation forward. As members of American Legion Post 501 and VFW Post 9024, we affirm our commitment to preserving their legacy and standing together in service, remembrance, and resolve.

To commemorate this historic 25th anniversary, the Woodbury American Legion Post 501 and VFW Post 9024 will be holding Poppy Days on 11-13 Sept 2026. The red poppy is a nationally recognized symbol of sacrifice worn by Americans since World War I to honor those who served and died for our country. The poppy reminds Americans of the sacrifices made by veterans while protecting this countries freedom and those who died on 9/11.

Poppy distribution by Legion and VFW veterans will be at the following business locations:

·Sam's Club, 9925 Hudson Rd, Woodbury, MN 55129

·Walmart, 10240 Hudson Rd, Woodbury, MN 55129

·Jerry's, 7760 Hargis Pkwy, Woodbury, MN 55129

·Cub Foods, 8432 Tamarack Village, Woodbury, MN 55125

·Hy-Vee (Oakdale), 7180 10th St N, Oakdale, MN 55128

·Texas Roadhouse, 209 Radio Dr, Woodbury, MN 55125

If you are unable to get your poppy at one of these locations, the Posts have also partnered with several local restaurants where poppies and donation boxes will be located. These restaurants are:

·Ray J's, 9854 Norma Ln, Woodbury, MN 55125

·Yum Kitchen and Bakery, 8340 City Centre Dr, Woodbury, MN 55125

·3rd Act Brewery, 4120 Radio Dr, Woodbury, MN 55129

·Mana Brewing, 7600 2nd St N Unit C, Oakdale, MN 55128

The proceeds from Poppy Days help the Posts support High School scholarships, Legionville summer camp, American Legion Boys State, Legion Baseball, and Woodbury charities that promote veterans' care.

Stop by and help Woodbury Veterans honor veterans and those who perished on 9/11/2001.If you are unable to stop by these locations, you can still contribute to this event through our QR code.