CONTINENTAL VETERANS ASSOCIATION

The meetings are the 3rd Monday of the month.   We don't meet until until September 16,

CONTINENTAL COUNTRY CLUB VETERAN’S MEMORIAL
Click above image to see more images, including memorial bricks surrounding our memorial centerpiece.

VETERAN’S CORNER  July 2025
Lynn Whitmer, Sec’y 
Here in Florida we think Hot, Hot, Hot. But in 1776 – the 2nd Continental Congress was meeting and contemplating the future – it was now or never. Stand and be recognized. It meant certain death if unsuccessful with their attempts to break free from tyranny. Yes our Independence was settled by 56 delegates and all men signed the famous document – these men represented the 13 colonies which made up our fledging country. Signing this document meant war and we stood against the greatest military machine at that time and this time war came to our shores and the rest is history. Men, and women rallied to the new idea of independence. July 4th, we celebrate with family, friends and fireworks. But pause to remember the men and women that risked it all to hold strong to the new idea of freedom. It’s been called the greatest social experiment in history and it is still going strong 249 years later.

It may not be known that the Women’s Army Corp – (WAC) was established July 1, 1943; Navy Women’s Reserve (WAVES) established on July 30, 1943. You may know a proud WAC or WAVE, or Army Nurse that served in one or more conflicts.

Continue to fly those flags, and if it is time to replace them, we always have new flags for purchase, just contact Charlie Abner or Bob Garrett for a new flag. On June 14th, Flag Day, several veterans gathered for a ‘flag burning’ event. Many residents responded to our call to replace old, worn out, faded and torn flags. We have responded with the proper disposal of those flags. Thank you all.

In addition, Memorial Bricks are also for sale to commemorate a loved one that has served, and the Association will ensure it is placed in the Veterans Memorial here in CCC.

So, keep cool, stay hydrated, and enjoy life. We look forward to seeing everyone again in September. The next CCC Veterans Association meeting is Monday, September 15th at 1045 in the MAG Room.

Respectfully, Lynn Whitmer Secretary Continental Country Club Veterans Association

Thanks to Volunteers & Residents supporting CCC Vets again October 25  2023

Continental Veterans properly disposing American Flags April 2023

March 2023 Hot Dog Fundraiser Slideshow.  Click side arrows to select images

Making our March 2023 meeting both productive and enjoyable with the help of lunch provided by Mission BBQ.

CCC Veterans Association plaque appreciating MISSION BBQ. Photo c/o Michael Murphy

In the Restaurant there’s a hall between the dining room and the lounge. In the corner is The Continental Veterans POW table in memory of those who were/are prisoners of war.
Please read the following which will explain exactly what the table represents