Chisago City and American Legion Post #272 honor women in the military for the patriotism inherent in the courageous women who volunteered to boldly defend, loyally uphold, and valiantly preserve the liberties and freedom of this land through their service in the armed forces of the United States of America. They also honor all American veterans who, though separated by generations, shared a common goal of valiantly protecting the country's freedoms. The memories of those Americans continue to live on whenever and wherever democracy exists, and the American veteran remains a symbol of heroism, sacrifice, loyalty, and freedom.