New York lost 1,766 soldiers in the Korean war and 2,646 in the Vietnam conflict.
Consumers visiting the store at 2667 Merrick Rd, Bellmore will receive a free 8’ by 12’ American flag. A second will be donated to the local VFW Vigilant Post to be used for marking veterans’ graves on Memorial Day.
This year, Ace Hardware Corporation aims to again give away more than one million American flags nationally. Last year, it gave away more than 500,000 to Ace customers and more than 550,000 to more than 1,900 VFW Posts.
Flags will be available at Costello's Ace Hardware of Bellmore while quantities last. Each consumer is limited to one free flag; no purchase is necessary.
Costello's Ace Hardware of Bellmore is located at 2667 Merrick Rd, Bellmore, New York. This location is owned by Michael J. Costelllo, represented by Jim Amell and managed by Chris Rey.