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An underdog’s journey reveals what being part of the U.S. Navy is like in this adventure where dark but funny..
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OUR TRAVELS
Conroe Texas Post 411 Officer Visits Normandy
Conroe , , TX
Recently, I was able to spend a day at the Normandy landing beaches and the American National Cemetery. A walk..
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Col. Lewis L. Millet, Post 38, South Korea celebrated the 105th birthday of American..
Seoul, South Lorea, OT
During March's monthly meeting, Col. Lewis L. Millet, American Legion Post 38, South Korea celebrated the 105th birthday of The..
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POPPY DAY
Flanders Field
Hot Springs , SD
Here is a very moving account of my experience serving as the honor guard noncommissioned officer in charge (NCOIC) at..
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VETERANS HELPING VETERANS
John J. Morris Post 62 Celebrates Vietnam Veterans Remembrance Day
Peoria, AZ
On March 29, the John J. Morris Post 62 in Peoria, Ariz. honored our Vietnam veterans. The band paused and..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
Operation Eldorado Canyon
If asked to pinpoint the beginning of the war against Islamic extremism, most would probably say September 11, 2001. However,..
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SONS OF THE AMERICAN LEGION
New squadron part of post's resurrection
Blasdell, NY
My name is Michael James Banas, commander of Sons of The American Legion Squadron 1449 in New York state. We..
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BE THE ONE
Wickenburg, Ariz. Post 12 conducts stand down, demonstrating how you can BE THE ONE,..
Wickenburg, AZ
Building Strong Bridges for Veteran Support – Wickenburg’s 2nd Annual Veteran Stand Down American Legion Kellis Draper Post 12 in Wickenburg,..
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SONS OF THE AMERICAN LEGION
Legion Family Hosts Event to Connect Veterans & Community with Valuable Resources
Pelham, AL
Sons of the American Legion (SAL) Squadron 555 recently hosted a Veterans Resource Fair Open House, offering a wide array..
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Last Survivor of Pearl Harbor Dies at 102
Bellerose, NY
A Pearl Harbor World War II survivor has just died at the age of 102. Lou Conter was on the..
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COMMUNITY MEMORIALS / MONUMENTS
Oregon Vietnam War Memorial Groundbreaking
Salem, OR
A groundbreaking ceremony for the Oregon Vietnam War Memorial on the State Capitol Grounds, Phase 1, occurred on March 29,..
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HONORS & ACHIEVEMENTS
97-year-old WWII veteran and 5-year-old Henry Walsh
Pinellas Park, FL
Before the Rays/Blue Jays game on March 29 in Saint Petersburg, Fla., 97-year-old Joe Lactot was honored as the veteran..
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WWII STORY
My Father, My Hero!
Woodbury, NJ
Merchant Marines: "We deliver the goods." It takes no stretch of the imagination as to why the Merchant Marines had that..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
Veteran turning 100 on August 1, 2024
My grandfather, Julius Bielskis, is a veteran of World War I. He served overseas during the time the U.S. Army..
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HONORS & ACHIEVEMENTS
75 Years at Schulenburg, Texas Post 143
Schulenburg, TX
American Legion Post 143 in Schulenburg, Texas, recently honored our oldest and longest serving member, James Stanzel. At 97 years..
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BASEBALL
World War II: The Bells Tolled for Uncle Tommy. We Still Hear Them Today
Shoreview, MN
On April 19, 1945, my father and his classmates at St. John High School in Bancroft, Iowa, were startled by..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
Lullaby of TAPS
LULLABY of TAPS Around five and eight at evenings rest, Or anytime raised in solemness, Taps melancholy notes proclaim: Farewell to those in honor..
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Balaam Jones “Buffalo Soldiers” Post 510 Celebrates “Vietnam Veterans Commemoration Day”
Leesville , LA
The ceremony began with an opening prayer by former Commander Joseph Martin, setting a respectful tone for the day. Distinguished..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
Post - 0049 Honoree
At our American Legion Post 49 in Dallas Center, IA, at our March monthly meeting, we honored veteran Kenny Keltner...
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
Love Letters from North Africa, a WWII Bomber Pilot's Story
American Legion member and veteran Jeffrey M. Johnson has just published a book about his dad. It is entitled “Love..
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POST TREASURES
90-year-old American Legion commander creating a legacy
Port Isabel, TX
Roger Rodecap is Commander of American Legion Post 498, in Port Isabel, Texas. He has been the post commander for..
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OTHER
Post 166 in Ocean City, Maryland, Opens Rooftop Tiki Bar
Ocean City, MD
Designed to be used during Ocean City’s warm and sunny peak season, American Legion Post 166 opened its long-awaited Rooftop..
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Baker County Florida Post 83 Celebrates National Vietnam War Veterans Day
Macclenny, FL
On March 23, 2024, Post 83 teamed up with the Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 1134 to pay tribute to..
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VOLUNTEERING
Commander leading out Post at 90 years old
Port Isabel, TX
Roger Rodecap is commander of Port Isabel American Legion Post 498 and has been leading our post with distinction for..
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WHY I LOVE MY POST
Canton Post 45 celebrates Vietnam War 50th Commemoration
CANTON, GA
At the monthly meeting of Thomas M. Brady American Legion Post 45, the members took time to honor all of..
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Smithfield, VA American Legion Post 49 Honors Vietnam-Era Veterans
Smithfield, VA
Seventy guests including thirty Vietnam-era veterans were hosted by American Legion Post 49 on Sunday, March 24, to a dinner,..
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VETERANS STRENGTHENING AMERICA
Post 13 Alaska veterans sharing knowledge with a future leader from Brazil
Sitka, AK
Each year, thousands of international exchange students travel to the U.S. to experience American culture and academics. It is extremely..
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OTHER
American Legion's 105th Birthday Celebration
Tuscaloosa , AL
The Don Hammock American Legion Post 123 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, celebrates The American Legion's 105th birthday!
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OTHER
Presenting a Marine Corps Jacket to an Iwo Jima Survivor
Bristol, CT
Today, members of the New Britain, Connecticut, Marine Corps League met at the flagpole in front of the American Legion,..
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OTHER
Remembering a Hero: Honoring Marine Staff Sergeant William E. Shuck Jr. on National Medal..
Ridgeley, WV
Nestled on a hillside in Cumberland, MD, shaded by the graceful branches of cherry blossoms, lies the final resting place..
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