Mekong Memoirs: Come hear the story of a Vietnam veteran from South Carolina
July 1, 2025
Glen Inabinet was a bit farther along in life, a bit more mature, than the average draftee who went to Vietnam. He was an old married man of 25, and…
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Newest exhibition at Upcountry History Museum assembles display of Avengers originals
June 4, 2025
Traverse the Marvel Universe through a unique experience that explores the fourth installment of the Avengers saga in “Avengers: Endgame – The Exhibition,” a first-of-its-kind showcase opening at the Upcountry…
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South Carolina Ranked #1 Best State for Military Retirees
May 25, 2025
South Carolina has earned the top spot in WalletHub’s 2024 ranking of the Best States for Military Retirees, making it the premier destination in the nation for veterans transitioning to…
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Heather Smith joins The Big Red Barn Retreat Board to support our Heroes in the Carolinas and beyond
May 22, 2025
The Big Red Barn Retreat (BRBR), an organization dedicated to supporting veterans, active-duty military, and first responders, is proud to announce the appointment of Heather F. Smith to its board…
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“Poppy Lady” Visits East Elementary to Share the Story Behind the Symbol
May 19, 2025
On May 19, American Legion Post 56 Auxiliary Sergeant-At-Arms Deb Valiante—affectionately known in the community as the “Poppy Lady”—visited Clinton’s East Elementary School to bring history to life for second…
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The Battle of Camden, as explained by a ‘redcoat’
May 13, 2025
Books have been written about war since writing was invented. In the 1890s, Stephen Crane’s The Red Badge of Courage initiated a new way to tell such stories. Rather than…
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Veteran ‘Tunnel Rat’ will tell his story at Lexington County Library branch – May 2
April 24, 2025
On May 2, the South Carolina Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum’s Noon Debrief series of free lectures will debut in a new location. And it will be a particularly…
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Learn about the struggles of a Montagnard soldier who settled in South Carolina
April 24, 2025
We all remember – if we’re old enough – the fall of Saigon on April 30, 1975, particularly the image of that helicopter trying to evacuate people from a rooftop.…
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Hear the full, true story of the Doolittle Raid, and the Midlands’ role in it
April 7, 2025
You know about the Doolittle Raid – or at least, you should. On April 18, 1942 – just over four months after the Pearl Harbor attack – sixteen B-25B Mitchell…
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M16, which generations of American soldiers have carried into battle, discussed at next Noon Debrief
April 1, 2025
The eight-shot, semiautomatic M1 Garand rifle got the American infantryman through both the Second World War and Korea. General George S. Patton called it “the greatest battle implement ever devised.”…
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Post 56 and Geraldine’s Soup Kitchen to Host Vietnam Veterans Day Breakfast
March 22, 2025
The American Legion Copeland-Davidson Post 56 is partnering with Geraldine’s Soup Kitchen to host a Biscuits and Gravy Breakfast in honor of Vietnam Veterans Day, a national holiday recognizing those…
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During the Revolution, South Carolina had its very own Navy
March 20, 2025
You’ve heard of John Paul Jones, the first great hero of the United States Navy. But remember that in his heyday, there was no “U.S. Navy” as we think of…
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‘Flower Power’ re-envisioned in newest exhibit opening at the Upcountry History Museum
March 6, 2025Say “Flower Power” and many people immediately flash back to 1960s-70s America and a focus on peace and love. But add in the efforts of a First Lady of the…
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Clinton Area Students Invited to Enter 1st Annual American Legion Auxiliary Unit 56 Americanism Essay Contest
March 5, 2025
The American Legion Auxiliary, Unit 56 of Clinton, invites student writers in grades 3 through 12 to participate in the 1st Annual Americanism Essay Contest for the 2024-2025 school year.…
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Support American Legion Post 25 in Completing Home Repairs for a Vietnam Veteran
March 2, 2025
In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, 87-year-old Vietnam War veteran Buddy Baldwin of Waterloo, South Carolina, faced significant damage to his home. With limited insurance coverage, Baldwin turned to his…
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District 10 Commander Wayne Hipp Recognized for 10 Years of Service
February 16, 2025
At the recent Copeland-Davidson Post 56 monthly meeting, District 10 Commander Wayne Hipp was honored for a decade of dedication to the American Legion. Post 56 Commander Rossi Hanna presented…
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Veterans Last Patrol Expands Outreach: Speaker Addresses American Legion Post 56
February 15, 2025
At the February 11th regular meeting of American Legion Copeland-Davidson Post 56, guest speaker Mike Ware shared insights about the Veterans Last Patrol program, which provides companionship and support to…
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Free lecture to address Air Force intelligence analysis in Vietnam
February 5, 2025
Few of us are experts on the Vietnam War, but most of us have heard that perhaps the greatest flaw in the way the United States conducted it was that…
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Upcountry History Museum receives grant to digitize files
February 4, 2025
The Upcountry History Museum – Greenville County, a Smithsonian Affiliate, announced that it has been awarded a grant from the South Carolina State Historical Records Advisory Board’s regrant program to…
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Four Honored for Exemplifying Living History at Post 56 Meeting
January 19, 2025
At the regular meeting of Copeland-Davidson Post 56 and Unit 56 on January 14, four Legionnaires were recognized for their dedication to showcasing the heritage and traditions of American military…
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Clinton High School JROTC and Unit 56 Auxiliary Partner for Toys for Tots Drive
December 3, 2024
This Friday, the Clinton High School JROTC and the American Legion Copeland-Davidson Auxiliary Unit 56 invite the community to help spread holiday cheer by donating to the annual Toys for…
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Come get ready for Christmas on Pearl Harbor Day – Dec 7
November 20, 2024
December 7 will always be the “date which will live in infamy,” as President Franklin Roosevelt put it. And we will always remember. But on this Pearl Harbor Day, we’ll…
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Holiday Classic ‘White Christmas’ celebrating 70th anniversary
November 11, 2024
Upcountry History Museum Exhibit Brings Timeless Story to Life With Original Costumes, Props and Memorabilia from 1954 Film It may not be “just like the ones we used to know,”…
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Samsung hosts 8th Annual Veterans Day Luncheon
November 10, 2024
700 meals were provided to veterans On Saturday, November 9, Samsung Electronics Home Appliances America (SEHA) hosted its Eighth Annual Veterans Day Luncheon in Newberry, continuing its commitment to recognize…
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On Veterans Day, learn about the Battle of Ia Drang at Richland Library
October 30, 2024
The battle of Ia Drang in 1965 was the first great clash between the U.S. and North Vietnamese armies. About 237 Americans were killed, along with 132 South Vietnamese, and…
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Clinton’s Copeland-Davidson Post 56 Honored at American Legion Conference
October 28, 2024
Clinton’s Copeland-Davidson Post 56 was a standout presence at the 2024 Annual American Legion Conference held in Columbia, where members proudly represented their community. The post received the Department’s Annual…
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Union’s American Legion Post 22 Donates $1,000 to Fisher House, Supporting Military Families in Need
October 27, 2024
At the recent 2024 American Legion Fall Conference, South Carolina’s American Legion District 10 Commander Wayne Hipp proudly presented a $1,000 donation for the Fisher House in Columbia, SC. The…
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Newest Exhibit at Upcountry History Museum explores path of Black History in the American West
October 21, 2024
Exploring the path of Black history in the American West with a timeline of original pictorial quilts is the focus of “Black Pioneers: Legacy in the American West,” a first-of-its-kind…
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Copeland-Davidson Post 56 Honors Commander Rossi Hanna and Sons with Quilts of Valor at Special Reception
October 21, 2024
Following the recent Hall of Heroes ceremony, a special reception was held at the Copeland-Davidson Post 56 to honor Commander Rossi Hanna and his three Air Force active-duty sons-in-law with…
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National Medal of Honor Center for Leadership appoints Dr. Justin Habash as senior vice president of leadership programs and chief learning officer
September 26, 2024
The National Medal of Honor Center for Leadership, a newly founded initiative promoting leadership through the Medal of Honor’s core principles, announced Dr. Justin Habash has joined the team as…
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Post 56 and Auxiliary Unit Represent at Veteran’s Last Patrol Car Show
September 24, 2024
Members of the Copeland-Davidson Post 56 and Auxiliary Unit 56 were proud to participate in the 5th Veteran’s Last Patrol Car Show, held on Saturday, September 21st in Greenwood, South…
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LCSD56 Director of Child Nutrition Cindy Jacobs Honored for Outstanding Service at Boys/Girls State Banquet
September 11, 2024
At the September 10, 2024, monthly meeting of the Copeland-Davidson Clinton Post 56, Laurens County School District 56 employee Cindy Jacobs was honored for her outstanding contributions to the recent…
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Veterans Outreach Ministry Launches in Joanna, SC
September 8, 2024
Anthony and Marybeth Johnson, members of Amazing Grace Baptist Church, are taking a bold step in their faith journey by launching a new ministry aimed at supporting veterans. After serving…
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Seven Clinton Students Recognized for Excellence at Palmetto Boys and Girls State Academy
August 18, 2024
Seven young adults from the Clinton area recently celebrated a significant achievement by successfully participating in the prestigious American Legion Palmetto Boys and Girls State Academy. These students were honored…
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American Legion Auxiliary Unit 25 Honors Members for Outstanding Contributions
July 26, 2024
During the regular Auxiliary meeting at Blah-Blah Taco on July 24, 2024, Donna King, President of the American Legion Lakeland-Garrett Unit 25 Auxiliary, honored two distinguished members by awarding certificates…
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Upcountry History Museum to host Quilts of Valor Display
July 15, 2024
Quilts to be Awarded to Local Veterans in Special Ceremonies on July 20 What began as one mother’s dream when her son was deployed in Iraq in 2003 is now…
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Upcountry History Museum completes survey of sites in Greenville County associated with the American Revolution
July 14, 2024
In a war remembered more for battles at Bunker Hill, Concord, Saratoga, and Yorktown, it was the events of the Southern Campaign that finally turned the tide for American independence.…
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Wayne Hipp Sworn in as District 10 Commander of American Legion
July 1, 2024
At a ceremony held last Saturday at Post 22 in Union, newly elected District 10 Commander Wayne Hipp took his oath of office, administered by State First Vice Commander Jim…
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Upcountry History Museum channels the ‘Force’ for newest exhibition
June 17, 2024
Iconic movies produce memorable characters and memorable characters often create lasting identities by the costumes they wear. There’s no mistaking who the characters are in “Finding the Force…Awakening an Empire,”…
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Free lecture on POWs in Vietnam to be presented at Richland Library – June 28
June 10, 2024
The first U.S. military pilot to be shot down and taken prisoner in Vietnam was naval aviator Everett Alvarez Jr. It happened on Aug. 5, 1964. He would endure eight…
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AllSouth hosted Soldiers and Vets Charity Golf Tournament to benefit the Fort Jackson-Palmetto State Chapter of AUSA
June 4, 2024
AllSouth Federal Credit Union hosted its annual Soldiers and Vets Charity Golf Tournament on Thursday, May 16, 2024, at Golden Hills Golf and Country Club in Lexington, South Carolina. Thanks to the…
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South Carolina Expands Property Tax Exemption for Disabled Veterans
June 4, 2024
What you need to know: South Carolina disabled veterans applying for a Property Tax exemption on real estate are now granted the exemption for the full year in which they…
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80th anniversary D-Day salute
June 3, 2024
The South Carolina State Museum will host a special event honoring the momentous victory of D-Day 80 years ago this Saturday. The event will include: Performances from the 282D Army…
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Laurens County Memorial Day Cruise-In Honors Fallen Heroes
May 22, 2024
On May 27, 2024, the Laurens County Hall of Heroes will host a special Memorial Day Cruise-In at the Laurens County Veterans Affairs Office located at 105 Bolt Drive in…
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Lynn Boyd Honored with VA “Great American: Volunteer of the Year” Award at American Legion Post 56 Meeting
May 21, 2024
American Legion Copeland-Davidson Post 56 Adjutant Lynn Boyd received the Veterans Affairs “Great American: Volunteer of Year” award at the May 14th regular meeting of Post 56. Laurens County Veterans…
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Clinton Police Chief Sonny Ledda Honored with American Legion Distinguished Public Service Award
May 20, 2024
Clinton Police Chief Sonny Ledda received the prestigious American Legion Distinguished Public Service Award at the 105th South Carolina Annual Department Convention on May 17, 2024. In a moving speech,…
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Relic Room to be closed to general admission for four months
May 20, 2024
COLUMBIA, S.C. – The South Carolina Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum will be closed to general admission for four months, starting June 3. It will still be available to…
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Relic Room to be open on Memorial Day, with admission free for veterans
May 20, 2024
COLUMBIA, S.C. – The South Carolina Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum normally closes every Monday, but will be open on Memorial Day. And on that day, admission will be…
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Russ Cantrell Elected as 3rd Vice Commander at South Carolina American Legion’s 105th Annual Convention
May 19, 2024
Fourth Vice Commander Russ Cantrell has ascended to the 3rd Vice Commander’s chair at the 105th Annual Department Convention of the South Carolina Department of the American Legion. He was…
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Upcountry History Museum is a 2024 Blue Star Museum
May 17, 2024
The Upcountry History Museum – Greenville County has joined museums nationwide in the Blue Star Museums program, a collaboration that provides free admission to the nation’s active-duty military personnel and…
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