During the American Legion Department of Louisiana Convention (state-level meeting) held in Alexandria from June 2-5, James W. “Jimmy” Richert Jr. (second from right) from James O. Hall 19 of the American Legion in Jennings was presented the M. C. “Mike” Gehr Blue Cap Award as the outstanding Legionnaire in the State of Louisiana among Legion members who have never served in an elective office above post level.