Story of the American Legion Poppy

After World War 1, the poppy flourished in Europe.

In 1918, a woman named Moina Midhael asked Americans to always wear a poppy flower in memory of the war dead.

The poppy is worn to symbolize the sacrifices made by fallen service members.

“In Flanders Fields “is a war poem written during World War 1 by Canadian doctor Lt. Col. John McCrae to honor soldiers killed in battle. Veterans and volunteers handcraft the poppies to distribute in exchange for donations. The donations help veterans, military, and their families in our communities.

The poem:

In Flanders Fields

Lt. Col. John McCrae

In Fland...