American Legion Post 42 Harrisonville

06/06/2026

D-Day Remembrance 🇺🇸

Today, we pause to remember and honor the brave men who stormed the beaches of Normandy on June 6, 1944.

On that historic day, thousands of Allied troops faced overwhelming odds as they fought to liberate Europe from tyranny. Their courage, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment to freedom changed the course of history and secured the liberties we cherish today.

Many never returned home. Others carried the physical and emotional scars of war for the rest of their lives. All answered the call of duty when their nation and the world needed them most.

As Blue Star Mothers, we understand the sacrifices made not only by those who serve, but also by the families who love and support them. Today, we honor the heroes of D-Day and remember the generations of service members who have followed in their footsteps.

May we never forget the courage displayed on the shores of Normandy, the sacrifices made for freedom, and the legacy left by the Greatest Generation.

We remember.
We honor.
We are forever grateful.

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05/23/2026

The Harrisonville Honor Guard, along with members from American Legion Post 42, VFW Post 4409 and its Auxiliary, local Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts from troop 3, the Cass County Elks Lodge, and the Knights of Columbus, united on Saturday, May 23, to pay tribute to fallen veterans by placing flags on their final resting places.
The Honor Guard would like to thank all of you for your help.

05/19/2026

🇺🇸 Memorial Day is not “Happy.” It is sacred.

It is the day we pause to remember the men and women who gave their lives in service to our nation.

It is the folded flag. The quiet cemetery. The name etched in stone.
The empty chair at the family table. The final salute that still echoes through generations.

Memorial Day is not about celebration — it is about remembrance.

At Taps for Veterans, we believe every fallen hero deserves to be honored with dignity, respect, and a live sounding of Taps. Those 24 notes are more than music. They are a nation’s promise that sacrifice will not be forgotten.

This Memorial Day, may we pause before we picnic. May we remember before we celebrate. May we honor before we enjoy the freedoms they secured. Because freedom is never free.

Taps for Veterans
24 Notes. One Final Promise.
www.tapsforveterans.org

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05/18/2026

Join us for Taco Thursday at VFW 4409 in Harrisonville on Thursday, May 21. Our menu showcases our renowned fried tacos, soft shell tacos, and pulled pork tacos. We are open from 4:30pm to 7pm and accept cash, check, and credit cards.

04/23/2026

As the Commander of American Legion Post 42, I proudly delivered certificates to recognize significant service milestones, congratulating William Ferguson on six decades of continuous membership and Roger Lowry and Robert Becker on five decades of continuous membership.
Congratulations, and thank you for your service.

04/13/2026

Join us for Taco Thursday at VFW 4409 in Harrisonville on Thursday, April 16. Our menu showcases our renowned fried tacos, soft shell tacos, and pulled pork tacos. We are open from 4:30pm to 7pm and accept cash, check, and credit cards.

04/13/2026

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03/19/2026

Volunteer need for the es**rt for the Wall that Heals to Bates County.

The Bates County Sheriff's Office is proud to announce that it is in charge of providing an es**rt to the Wall That Heals

Official Es**rt: The Wall That HealsHost: Bates County Sheriff's OfficeDate: Tuesday, April 28, 2026

Staging & Departure Location:

Family Center (2601 Cantrell Road, Harrisonville, MO)

Staging Time: by 10:30 AM
Kickoff: 11:30 AM (Promptly)
Procession Order:

We are calling all Veterans and community members to join the line of honor. The es**rt will be organized as follows:

Lead: Marked Patrol Vehicles/Motorcycles
Honor Guard: Veteran Motorcyclists
Community: Personal Cars & Trucks
Rear: Emergency Vehicles

The Route:

For those wishing to line the streets and wave flags, the es**rt will follow this path:

Harrisonville to Adrian Southbound on I-49 to AA Highway.
Exit at AA; travel South on the West Outer Road through the City of Adrian.
Return to I-49 South at Highway 18; exit at 52 West (Butler).
Travel East on Ft. Scott St. to the Square; circle the Square.
Exit Square South to Nursery St.;
West to the Football Field.

If you are participating in the es**rt, please ensure your vehicle is fueled and ready by 10:30 AM. If you are a spectator, we encourage you to gather safely along the route in Adrian and Butler at the Butler Square to show your support as the Wall passes.

If you belong to a club that would like to participate please contact Sheriff Chad Anderson at [email protected] or by calling 660-679-3232 so that we can get you involved.

*You do not need to be part of a motorcycle club or organization to participate in the es**rt. Please arrive by 10:30am at the Harrisonville Family Center parking lot and ready to roll at 11:30am sharp.

03/16/2026

Appreciation is extended to all participants in the music trivia event held at the American Legion in Harrisonville last Saturday night.
Stay tuned for the next upcoming event.

03/16/2026

We are pleased to announce the return of Taco Thursday at VFW 4409 in Harrisonville following our winter break and brief interruptions. Our menu features soft shell tacos, renowned fried tacos, and pulled pork tacos. Open from 4:30pm to 7pm. We accept cash, check, and now credit cards.