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Looking back
Minneapolis, MN
On Aug. 24 -30, 2018, I had the opportunity to attend the American Legion National Convention in Minneapolis, as a..
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VETERANS HELPING VETERANS
Wreaths for fallen heroes
Springfield, MO
Women Veterans of Southwest Missouri American Legion Post 1214 and Itus Virtus teamed up together for a recent "all you..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
Creating All Is Calm
I studied World War I in high school and college, but I don’t remember reading about the Christmas Truce in..
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Grand Haven (Mich.) Post 28 hosts "Centennial Celebration" dinner gala
Grand Haven, MI
On September 22, more than 250 American Legion members and guests celebrated the 100th anniversary of the Legion at the..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
The Black Scorpion Pilot
The Devil Dragon project lives, and only one man can stop it. In a hidden base in China, Lieutenant General He..
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FAMILY LEGACY
Certificate awarded for 60 years of service
Jacksonville , FL
Bruce Blanton was presented a 60-year membership certificate from the Sons of The American Legion on August 9, 2018, at..
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FAMILY LEGACY
Mother and son honored
Franklin Park, IL
Mildred Gort, a former Post 974 commander and Air Force veteran, and her son, Detachment Commander Eugene Gort, are honored..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
How I Dealt With My Fear Of Being Alone
It is not easy when you are alone. I find it difficult to find the right person to marry or do..
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MEMORIES OF BASIC TRAINING
Amarillo AFB!
So there it was, a cold day in February 1966, and I just received a passing grade on the Selective..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
Warrior Barbecuers
For the past 9 years the “Warrior Barbecuers” have been privileged and honored to cook and serve BBQ to wounded..
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HONOR GUARD
Fountain Hills’ Post 58 takes first place at 100th National Convention
Fountain Hills, AZ
American Legion Post 58’s newly formed color guard competed at the 100th National Convention, which was held Aug. 24-30, 2018,..
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COMMUNITY MEMORIALS / MONUMENTS
Honoring a forgotten hero, PFC Floyd K. Lindstrom
Colorado Springs, CO
Unveiling a plaque for CMH recipient PFC Floyd K. Lindstrom by Colorado Springs Post 5. Filmed by Fox Channel 21...
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HONOR GUARD
Post 166 (Goose Creek, S.C.) Honor Guard Person of the Year named
Goose Creek, SC
Mr. 'Mick' Potter was recently voted by his peers as the honor guard's 2018 Member of the Year for American..
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The Lord's Jarheads
Augusta, KS
http://a.co/d/gy6gOR0 The Lord's Jarheads is a fictional story revolving around Charlie Red Tail Hawk. Charlie always thought he would retire from..
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COMMUNITY MEMORIALS / MONUMENTS
Orchardvale WWI Monument
Zillah, WA
As District 6 commander, Department of Washington, it is a great honor to present this monument now residing at the..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
How Stan Overcame The Vicious Cycle Of Worry And Fear
I am an author of a popular managing-fear book, and I have struggled with fear, anxiety and stress for over..
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MY HERO, OUR STORY
The Girl In The Picture
Madison, WI
The sepia tone gives the photo a sense of history. Three young people, teenagers really, leaning against a World War..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
Time capsule
Today, American Legion Post 468 in Greece, N.Y., unearthed a part of its past. In memory of The American Legion's..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
The Celebration of Veterans Day
The Celebration of Veterans Day Nov. 11, 2018 By Rick Bellagamba It’s people just like you and me who help us all remember..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
Post 240 honors Maguire for 71 years of membership
Post 240 Commander Ron Henry, led a contingent of Turnbow-Higgs American Legion Post 240 members to Oakwood Assisted Living Center..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
Their Last Fight
Their Last Fight – Ted Hoffman, 7/8/18 This is their last fight. They are losing hope of reinforcements and supplies. If they..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
No Tougher Duty, No Greater Honor
Chris has written a descriptive account of his time served in three tours in Iraq as a Mortuary Affairs Marine...
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COMMUNITY MEMORIALS / MONUMENTS
American Legion Post 19 pays tribute to its namesake
Jennings, LA
On Oct. 2, 2018, American Legion Post 19, Department of Louisiana, from Jennings conducted a memorial service at the gravesite..
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MEMORIES OF BASIC TRAINING
1950, Fort Riley, Kan.
I got through four weeks of basic training with no problems. Then the Great Missouri River overflowed into our camp...
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COMMUNITY MEMORIALS / MONUMENTS
Barrett-Bonifas Memorial Ceremony
Area North, Seoul, Osan, Korea
Legionnaires Bill Beatty and Chris Vaia, vice commander of Lewis L. Millett Post 38 of South Korea, attended and participated..
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COMMUNITY MEMORIALS / MONUMENTS
POW/MIA Remembrance Ceremony
Area North, Seoul, Osan, Korea
William Wight, commander of Lewis L. Millett Post 38, South Korea, was the guest speaker during the POW/MIA Remembrance Ceremony..
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WHY I LOVE MY POST
Growing, new post
Montgomery, AL
I love my post, Charles L. Martin Post 1948, Montgomery Ala. We are a newly established post this year. I..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
A Fierce Glory: Antietam — The Desperate Battle That Saved Lincoln and Doomed Slavery
A FIERCE GLORY is a character-rich, modern-style account of an 1862 Civil War battle that was more important than Gettysburg..
3,390 views
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American Legion Centennial Day proclamation
Pembroke Pines, FL
Pembroke Pines…a Legiontown. On Monday, September 17, American Legion Post 385 Commander Jim Tewes accepted a proclamation from Pembroke..
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VETERANS HELPING VETERANS
Heroes heART helps veterans and first responders heal through art
Fredericksburg, VA
American Legion Post 290 veterans welcome fellow veterans and first responders to the post grounds on Mountain View Drive to..
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