Hillsboro Post No. 6 American Legion

06/12/2026

Why It’s “Women Veterans Recognition Day” – Not “Women Veterans Day”

On June 12th, we celebrate women Veterans and honor their incredible contributions, but it’s important to recognize the true meaning of the date and its official name.

June 12, 1948 marked a turning point in history: The signing of the Women’s Armed Services Integration Act granted women the right to serve as permanent, regular members of the U.S. Armed Forces. That’s why we honor Women Veterans Recognition Day.

Today, and every day, let’s celebrate service, remember history, and continue to uplift stories.



Read and share: https://news.va.gov/147161/women-veterans-recognition-day-title-matters/

06/10/2026

Legion family join us for a day of fun in Hillsboro celebrating the USA and it's 250th anniversary at the Hillsboro 4th of July Parade!

06/06/2026

Stop by and shop inside at the Red, White and Bazaar craft fair from 10am - 4pm today! 285 W. Main St. in Hillsboro.

06/04/2026

Join us on Saturday, June 13th, (the day before Flag Day) for a community screening of the documentary Flag Day.

06/01/2026

Save the Date!

​As part of VA Portland Health Care System's ongoing commitment to honor and support women Veterans, we will be observing Women Veterans Day on Friday, June 12 at our Portland and Vancouver campuses.

Date: Friday, June 12
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Where:
Portland VA Portland Campus Auditorium, 2nd floor, Main Hospital building, 100

Vancouver VA Campus Columbia Room, 3rd floor, building 11

06/01/2026

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05/25/2026

This , we remember the service members who gave everything — not just for our country, but for the people beside them, the families they loved, and the future they believed in.

We wear a simple flower, but each poppy tells a story of courage, of service, and of a promise we must never forget.

So today, wear it with intention, remember their stories, and help us ensure they are never forgotten.

05/20/2026

The American Legion Hillsboro Post No. 6 leads the annual Memorial Day ceremony at the Pioneer cemetery, continuing a tradition passed to them in 1940 from the Grand Army of the Republic (GAR).
On Monday, May 25, 2026, at 11:00 AM, Post No. 6 will hold its 86th consecutive ceremony, reaffirming its commitment to honor veterans with the same words and reverence as the original Civil War veterans.