'Los Veteranos Y Sus Familias.' A new mural unveiled at American Legion Post 41 in Phoenix is being dedicated to Latino veterans. abc15
Roman Reyes and Jose Andres Giron tag-teamed the 18-foot by 45-foot mural titled, 'Los Veteranos Y Sus Familias.' For generations, American Legion Post 41 has served as the center of the community, as a place of support and camaraderie for Latino veterans and their families in the area.
According to community leader Dr. Louis Olivas, there was a time in Arizona history immediately following World War II when"Latino veterans were not truly welcome or treated in a friendly manner at other American Legion Posts in the Phoenix area, despite their military service to their beloved country."The story of the Post 41 and the Grant Park community is now being depicted in this mural by Reyes and Giron.
It shows Latino families during World War II on the left, then progresses to the future on the right - their children and grandchildren who, despite racism and discrimination endured by their ancestors, went on to become graduates, doctors, attorneys, engineers, etc."Everybody can relate to this mural," said Giron."Hispanic people, Anglo people, all kinds of people because they see themselves in there.
The project was commissioned by Salt River Project to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in the community.
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