The Department convention ended with an a lot of energy as a new department commander was elected. The 2022-2023 Department Commander is Craig A. Wilhelm. Commander Wilhelm was born in Sellerville, PA on Jun 11, 1943. He graduated from Pennridge High School in 1961 and attended classes at Temple University. He graduated from Lansdale School of Business with an Associate Degree in Business. He was drafted into the US Army 1964 and served a tour of duty in Vietnam as company clerk in Infantry Company - Command C, 1st Battalion, 27th Infantry, 25th Infantry Division. After being discharged from the U.S. Army, Craig joined the American Legion in 1966 and served in the Legion since that time. He served in numerous capacities in The American Legion as Post Commander, 9th District Commander, Eastern Vice Commander. Commander Wilhelm has served as chairman of the National Commanders Dinner five times. Commander Wilhelm has been involved with his community in many capacities including being the chairman of the Memorial Parade for over 20 years. He was very proud to receive Post Commander of the year in 2011.
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