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32 | <strong>01940</strong> BROTHERS, continued from page 31 a historian for American Legion Post NL01 Department of France, who said his post would be visiting the Todd brothers’ graves as part of a Veterans Day observance. "At the same time the brothers were being honored on the other side of the Atlantic, the Town of Lynnfield was also honoring them," Siegel said. When Bogart learned of the dual honor at the Todd Lane dedication, he was all in. "After the dedication, I began to get interested in the town's history and military history," Bogart said. "Once you know more about their story, you see how tragic the loss of two sons was. At the time of the dedication, I said, 'eureeka,' and I decided to do this to honor them. I figured it was simple. All I needed to do was rent a car in Brussels and the rest was easy." At each graveside service, Bogart recognized not only the brothers' incredible service and sacrifice, but that of their family as well. "The Town of Lynnfield as well as the entire nation pays tribute to his remarkable contribution in the liberation of Europe as well as the entire free world. (They) are part of the greatest generation that fought gallantly in service to a grateful nation. In gratitude, we pay our respects to (them), we honor (them) on this day." Bogart also offered a prayer, asking God to give them happiness and peace forever and the knowledge that their sacrifices were not in vain. He laid floral arrangements (donated by Post 131) on each grave. Both ceremonies concluded with Taps. Bogart has been in touch with David Wolfe, the brothers' great-nephew and namesake. "The family is so grateful for what we did," said Bogart. "I'm just so glad to have been able to do this for them." "What a wonderful tribute and honor (Bogart) paid on behalf of our American Legion Post 131, and the residents of Lynnfield," said Siegel. "I commend and applaud Commander Bogart for taking the time during his trip to Europe to visit the graves of the Todd Brothers, two Lynnfield heroes we will never forget." 40
Lynnfield American Legion Post 131 Cmdr. Tom Bogart traveled to Europe to honor David and Charles Todd. The brothers were killed in combat in World War II.
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