Poppy is a tribute to all veterans

To the Editor:

On November 5, members of the Fairmont American Legion Auxiliary, Unit 36, will be distributing poppies in Fairmont. Veterans remember the wildflowers blooming in the devastated battlefields of France and Flanders. The basic purpose of Poppy Days are to offer the American public an opportunity to honor those that have and are presently serving for our freedom. The poppy is a memorial emblem to show a personal tribute for the sacrifice that has been made for America by the dead and the living veterans. The poppy is made by disabled veterans, which helps with rehabilitation for them. All funds received are used for veteran’s programs in our area. Our veterans, our servicemen and women and their families, it’s for them. They deserve it.

Velma Schaal