NEWTON, N.J. (Sussex County) — Members of the Ogdensburg Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 10152 presented a commemorative “America 250” flag to the Sussex County Board of County Commissioners during a meeting March 11 at the Sussex County Administrative Building.
Representatives from Lt. Robert A. Madden VFW Post 10152 — Chief George O. Lott, Commander Steven L. Davis Jr. and Senior Post Trustee Thomas Hart Sr. — delivered the presentation during the commissioners’ regular meeting.
The flag commemorates the upcoming 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, which will be celebrated nationwide on July 4, 2026.
Chief Lott opened the presentation by reflecting on the significance of the milestone.
“This year marks the 250th anniversary since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. On July 4th, 2026, America will celebrate the hard fought struggles of the freedoms we enjoyed today.”
Lott also paid tribute to Americans who served the country in military and civilian roles, honoring those who fought and died in service to the United States.
At the conclusion of the presentation, Lott formally presented the commemorative flag to the commissioners.
“In honor and remembrance of our 250th anniversary, the Lt. Robert A. Madden Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 10152 of Ogdensburg would like to present to the Sussex County Board of Commissioners a flag which commemorates the 250 years of the birth of the greatest nation that the world has ever seen.”
Following the remarks, Davis and Hart unveiled the “America 250” flag and presented it to the board.
Commissioner Director Jill Space thanked the VFW members for the gesture.
“This is quite an honor,” said Director Space. “We sincerely appreciate this wonderful gift to Sussex County from the Ogdensburg VFW. As we celebrate our nation’s 250th anniversary, we will ensure this flag holds a place of pride in our upcoming commemorations.”
Deputy Director Jack DeGroot also expressed appreciation for the presentation.
“I would also like to thank the Ogdensburg VFW for presenting us with this wonderful flag,” said Deputy Director DeGroot. “This flag represents 250 years of courage, sacrifice, and commitment to our Nation. It is an honor to display it in Newton and during our America 250th Anniversary Celebration on June 7th.”
County officials said the commemorative flag will be displayed at the Sussex County Administrative Building in Newton and will also be featured during the county’s America 250th anniversary celebration scheduled for June 7 at the Sussex County Fairgrounds in Frankford.
