Leonard Walter entered the Army Air Corps from Clinton, Conn., in 1942 and was discharged Sept. 5, 1945, with the rank of sergeant. He served as a switchboard operator in Rome and Naples. He joined Hilliard-Jones-Cookson American Legion Post 66 in 1950 and has been a continuous member for 70 years, holding various offices including post commander. He has also served for many years as a member of the area honor guard, providing military honors at veterans burials.