July 4th, 2007 VFW Post 1677 Casa Grande, Arizona

As part of its 4th of July celebration, the 1677 Honor Guard raised a flag that had flown over both the USS Missouri and the USS Arizona Memorial.  The celebration was well attended by city dignitaries, Post, District, and Department officers, post members, and the general public.

1677's Guest Speaker Palmer Miller, VA Benefits Counselor in Casa Grande, is shown speaking at the Post's 4th of July ceremony at Veterans Park.  Other speakers included AZ Veterans Hall of Fame member Barney White.  Pinal County Supervisor David Snider, CG Mayor Jackson.  The photo shows them flanked by the Post Chaplain Andy Sanders, Post Commander Cecil Ahliel, and Post President Diane Philippi.