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The Buddy Poppy is, without question, one of the most recognized symbols around the world. To VFW members it symbolizes the commemoration of our war dead and our service to living veterans. For decades VFW members have distributed the beloved buddy poppy to millions of Americans every year. Each year at the National Convention state winners in the Buddy Poppy display compete for National recognition. This year in Orlando, Florida, The Eunice VFW Post 8971 and Auxiliary entry took second place. The display was designed and built by Alexis Fontenot of the Post Auxiliary. District 7 VFW Commander Gene Olivier is with National second place entry. (Submitted photo)