This memorial has particular meaning to the members of the Crosby-Gilbert Post as the Gilbert in the post name was a prisoner of the Japanese and did not return home.

During the annual Veterans’ Day Ceremony hosted by AEMS on Thursday, November 8, the American Legion Crosby-Gilbert Post 101 presented a memorial to the Town of Andover.  The memorial is in remembrance of all those service men and women who have not been accounted for and returned home after participation in a war or conflict.

The chair for the memorial was donated to the Post by a group of veterans known as the Rolling Thunder.  These very special vets are all motorcyclists who ride in funeral processions and parades honoring veterans.  With the presentation of the chair they offered a challenge to the Post to plan and build a memorial and present it to the town.
Over the next few months designs were made, materials gathered and the display was constructed.  Lumber was provided by Belettetes, carpeting was donated by Floor Craft, and Post 101 provided the expertise, labor and remaining materials.

The Rolling Thunder was invited to be a part of our dedication and five of their members participated.  Post Commander William Leber led the dedication ceremony. The POW/MIA Chair Memorial will be on display at  AEMS in the hallway just outside the gymnasium.

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