Hamilton Legion Post Raises Commemorative Flag

Cunningham Post 222 marks 250th anniversary with new flag display

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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American Legion Cunningham Post 222 in Hamilton, Texas has raised a new commemorative flag alongside its American flag to mark the 250th anniversary of the founding of the town.

Why it matters

The raising of a special commemorative flag is a symbolic gesture to honor Hamilton's history and the role the American Legion has played in the community over the past two and a half centuries.

The details

The new flag features the American Legion emblem and colors, as well as a design commemorating the 250th anniversary of Hamilton's founding. The flag was raised alongside the post's regular American flag during a special ceremony attended by local officials and Legion members.

  • The flag was raised on February 12, 2026.

The players

American Legion Cunningham Post 222

A local chapter of the American Legion, a veterans service organization, that has been active in Hamilton, Texas for over 250 years.

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The takeaway

The raising of the commemorative flag is a meaningful way for the American Legion to honor Hamilton's history and its own longstanding presence in the community.