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Department of Arizona encourages other posts to adopt Veteran of the Month program
Phoenix, AZ
The Department of Arizona is encouraging other posts around the state to adopt a Veteran of the Month program similar..
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RALLY AROUND THE FLAG
Dover (Tenn.) 72 American Legion Family hosts 13th Annual Stewart County "Rally Round the..
DOVER, TN
The 13th Annual Stewart County (Tenn.) "Rally Round the Flagpole" National Day of Remembrance was held at the Stewart County..
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SONS OF THE AMERICAN LEGION
Dover (Tenn.) Squadron 72 hosts Stewart County Purple Heart ceremony
Dover, TN
The Stewart County Purple Heart Ceremony was hosted by Dover Squadron 72 on Aug. 27. A small crowd gathered inside..
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SONS OF THE AMERICAN LEGION
Dover (Tenn.) Squadron 72 conducts Stewart County POW/MIA ceremony
Dover, TN
The Stewart County POW/MIA ceremony was conducted by Dover Squadron 72, Sons of The American Legion at First Christian Church,..
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HONORS & ACHIEVEMENTS
John J. Morris Post 62 presents Patriotism Award to Mission BBQ Surprise
Peoria, AZ
On Sept. 15, 2026, Post 62 presented Mission BBQ with the Patriotism Award. This award is given to businesses within..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
"Local Legion Active in All Civic Affairs": Then and now at Gordon M. Crothers..
In November 1927, Gordon M. Crothers Post 15 in Dade City, Fla., was preparing to lay the cornerstone of its..
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OUR KOREAN WAR STORY
Kenneth R. Mabres awarded Ambassador for Peace medal
Sun City Center, FL
American Legion Post 246 presents “Ambassador For Peace” Sun City Center, Florida—August 30, 2026 Wedged between World War II and Vietnam,..
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WHY I LOVE MY POST
John J. Morris Post 62 celebrates Air Force's 79th birthday
Peoria, AZ
Although the actual birthday for the U.S, Air Force was Friday, Sept. 18, John J. Morris Post 62 celebrated on..
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OTHER
POW/MIA remembrance
Middlesex, NJ
Each year, Chapter 233 of the Vietnam Veterans Association holds a 24 Vigil at the Metuchen Veterans Memorial Park, located..
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OTHER
From Cold War airman to science-fiction author, 44 years later
Clarence, NY
In 1982, at 18, I joined the U.S. Air Force. I certainly wasn't thinking about becoming a novelist. The Cold War..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
The Transformation
The Transformation By Michael Haas Did they know it early on? What was their inspiration? A new reality was now set upon Yellow..
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VETERANS STRENGTHENING AMERICA
Fred Brock Post 828 support Highlands High School JROTC program
San Antonio, TX
SAN ANTONIO – (Sept. 15, 2026) – During the general membership meeting, Post Commander Amanda Parham presented Highlands High School..
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VETERANS STRENGTHENING AMERICA
Community veterans appreciation day and 9/11 ceremony
Kailua-Kona, HI
Kona American Legion Post 20 and Kona Elks Lodge 2616 conducted a military and first responders appreciation night and a..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
A Breath Away From Eternity: The Long Road Home
On Sept. 11, 2001, the Pentagon moved beneath Kirk Phillips’ feet. In an instant, an ordinary morning became history. "A Breath..
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HONOR GUARD
Post 62 honor guard requested to celebrate George Clig as a veteran of the..
Peoria, AZ
The Post 62 honor guard (HG) was honored to celebrate and commemorate the life of George Sabin Clig, who was..
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HONORS & ACHIEVEMENTS
Deer Park (Wash.) honors veterans by proclaiming town an American Legion Town
Deer Park, WA
The commander of Deer Park American Legion Post 12 submitted a resolution to the City of Deer Park, and per..
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BOYS STATE
John J. Morris Post 62 - Arizona American Legion Boys State 2026
Peoria, AZ
American Legion Boys State is among the most respected and selective educational programs of government instruction for U.S. high school..
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POST MUSEUMS AND MEMORIALS
John J. Morris Post 62 honors 9/11 victims
Peoria, AZ
On Friday, Sept. 11, John J. Morris Post 62 held a remembrance ceremony to honor those who lost their lives..
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OTHER
Georgia Girl Scout troop turns cookie sales into project helping homeless veterans
Canton, GA
Georgia Girl Scout Troop 21728 in Acworth turned this year's cookie sales profit into a project toward helping homeless veterans..
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OTHER
Take me out to the ball game!
St. Louis (Fenton), MO
When searching for ideas to plan a social gathering for members of all ages, Post 302 in Missouri looked to..
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BE THE ONE
POW/MIA honor date
Leland, NC
The third Friday in September is POW/MIA Recognition Day, designated to honor those servicemembers still prisoners of war or missing..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
Old Rebel Men
In honor of the semiquincentennial observance, I have released an acoustic piano-and-vocal narrative song titled "Old Rebel Men." The track..
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SONS OF THE AMERICAN LEGION
Young SAL racer wins in JuiceBox karts
Ruskin, FL
Ruskin, Fla, Stanislav Shavaryn-Sharkey, who has enjoyed much racing success in the PowerWheel Division, has finally won in JuiceBox Karts. In racing,..
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HONORS & ACHIEVEMENTS
John J. Morris Post 62 honors Dillon's Bayou at Pleasant Harbor
Peoria, AZ
On Sept. 9, John J. Morris Post 62 (Peoria, Ariz.) honored Dillon’s Bayou at Pleasant Harbor as the business of..
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ORATORICAL CONTEST
Department of Arizona salutes Navy veteran Paul Johnson
Phoenix, AZ
The Department of Arizona wants to salute career Navy veteran Paul Johnson. He is the department Oratorical chair and..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
Fish on Fridays: A Memoir of Bad Breaks, Hard Lessons and Unexpected Strength
"Fish on Fridays: A Memoir of Bad Breaks, Hard Lessons and Unexpected Strength" What happens when a life takes turns you..
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BE THE ONE
John J. Morris Post 62 Riders join forces for "Ride to End 22"
Peoria, AZ
On Saturday, Sept. 5, the American Legion Riders of Post 62 rolled out in force to support the "Ride to..
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POST TREASURES
World War II mural still stands
North Baltimore, OH
Nestled on the back wall of the stage in the hall of American Legion Post 539 in North Baltimore, Ohio,..
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HONOR GUARD
Honoring the selected Veteran of the Month
Peoria, AZ
American Legion , Post 62 Honor Guard, along with other squads of the American Legion, turned out to honor Ira Hayes..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
Honor Flight San Antonio #22
Honor Flight San Antonio FLT #22: Sept. 4-6, 2026 Wm. M. Randolph Post 593 (Converse, Texas) had the privilege of welcoming..
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