Cannon restoration planned

Algoma's American Legion Post 236 is planning repairs to its World War I cannon, referred to as a Howitzer 4.7. Legion Post Commander Mike Froelich said while the legion building also needs work, they're taking it one step at a time, beginning with turning the cannon into a beautiful, historic piece. After restoration, it will be pointed east toward Flanders Field, a World War I cemetery in Belgium. Froelich encourages teachers to get students involved by sharing with them the story of how the Statue of Liberty was saved (with coins from school children). "Legion Park needs to be a place of pride and remembrance for those who gave us our freedom," Froelich said. "Isn't it about time that we remember our veterans who gave so much that we could be free?" Anyone who'd like to help in the restoration effort can contact a post member or send donations to American Legion Post 236, PO Box 86, Algoma, WI 54201.