(Springfield, Va.) - The American Legion Department of Virginia held its 96th annual convention July 10-July 13 in Herndon, Va. During the event, representatives from the department presented a variety of awards including those for leadership and service. Greenspring resident, Pete Straub, received the 17th District Vice Commander of the Year award.
Straub indicates that he received this award largely for his work with four American Legion posts in the district. Currently, he is the Commander of Post 123 at Greenspring retirement community in Springfield, Va.
Four years ago, Greenspring Post 123 was issued its formal charter as in independent Post in The American Legion. Now, the Post has approximately 60 members. Also during the convention, Greenspring Post 123 was presented with the 100% Old Dominion Award for attaining its membership goal for the 2013-2014 Legion year.
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About Greenspring: Greenspring is situated on a scenic 108-acre campus in Springfield, Virginia. The community is home to nearly 2000 residents, many of whom reside in the over 1400 independent living apartment homes. At Greenspring, over 200 resident-run and resident-driven programs promote an engaged, fulfilling lifestyle that is reflected in resident satisfaction levels that exceed the industry average. Additional information about Greenspring can be found at www.ericksonliving.com.
