Cape Girardeau VFW Post 3838 Dedicates New Building

Photos by Fred Lynch

Saturday, April 2, 2005

The largest Veterans of Foreign Wars post in Missouri officially moved in to its new facility and opened its doors to the community.

The colors are posted outside the new VFW building in Cape Girardeau.
Fred Evans, left, the youngest member of VFW Post 3838, and Jim Foster, its oldest member, exchanged flags symbolizing the union of generations of veterans.
The color guard stands at attention.
Dedication ceremonies move inside to the Grand Hall.

Missouri Lt. Governor Peter Kinder: "This is so much more than just a building. It represents the goodness of our country, the fineness of our country and your place to serve the local community."
U.S. Rep. Jo Ann Emerson: "The VFW here in Cape Girardeau is such an important institution in our community. You're making the best use of this structure when you go out into the community and welcome others in. This is the most patriotic building in Cape Girardeau."
State rep. Nathan Cooper, left, presented a resolution to commander Bud Hager in honor of the dedication.