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Lifetime of service to country
Leo Eugene Giacometto, a native of Eastern Montana, has dedicated his life to serving his country, leaving an indelible mark..
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Live Oak County American Legion Post 413 (Three Rivers, Texas) visited by Texas Historical..
in recognition of The American Legion’s 90th birthday (2009), the Senate and House of Representatives passed a resolution designating Sept...
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How to Hotwire an Airplane
"How to Hotwire an Airplane" is ultimately a humane, provocative novel, one that refuses easy answers and asks readers to..
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Honoring Veterans: Serving Those Who Serve
Join Miguel, the son of a Marine reservist, and his best friend Sam as they celebrate Veterans Day. From cheering..
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Two-Hundred and Fifty
Two Hundred and Fifty By Michael J. Haas Two centuries and five decades have passed, Since men lined up for enlistment. Tun Tavern was..
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Thank You For Your Service
Thank You For Your Service By Michael Haas We've heard those words time and time again, So often you may have become immune. There..
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Sitting At The Wall
Part of opening ceremony for "The Wall That Heals," Emporia, Kan., 8/14/2025 Our citizens here in the United States look at..
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Hawaii short liberty
The ship started down the Harbor channel of Pearl in the evening. Standing on deck, we could investigate the..
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Veterans being vulnerable ...
So, I was at a local American Legion post, and they asked post-9/11 veterans to share their stories on video..
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Marine Sgt. Charles J. Sciara
By Vincent Panzarino Family and friends of the late U.S. Marine Sgt. Charles J. Sciara recently received a lasting public memorial..
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Extreme Leadership
"Extreme Leadership" is not a theoretical textbook or a glossy leadership manual - it is a boots-on-the-ground account of what..
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Daddy's Invisible Ouchy
"Daddy's Invisible Ouchy" invites readers into the world of Beth, an insightful 8-year-old determined to help her father heal from..
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Dedication of Gladwin County Post 171 mural
On Aug. 3, 2025, Gladwin County American Legion Post 171 held a dedication event featuring the new mural on their..
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After the storm
In the wake of the severe flooding that struck Central Texas shortly after the July 4 celebrations, two cornerstone veterans'..
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The Wounded Generation: Coming Home After World War II
In its duration, geographical reach and ferocity, World War II was unprecedented, and the effects on those who fought it..
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One Horse, One Hero at a Time
By Amanda Held In the fields of Swanton, Ohio, something extraordinary happens every day. It doesn’t involve high-tech medicine or traditional..
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Saying farewell - final days in hospice
The eyes say it all. The smile confirms it. There are no eloquent speeches. There are no drawn out stories. It's a..
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Permission to Walk in Peace
"Permission to Walk in Peace" is a profound anthology crafted by combat veterans, offering a unique blend of poetry, essays..
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Grunt to Great: Navigating the Interview Process from Military to Civilian Workplace
LAKE TIME CREATIVE RELEASES NEW BOOK Grunt to Great: Navigating the Interview Process from Military to Civilian Workplace ..
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Hill 119, Defending a Reconnaissance Marine’ OP, Vietnam, 1969-1970
The Marines and corpsmen of Delta Company, 1st Reconnaissance Battalion, 1st Marine Division were surrounded by the North Vietnamese Army..
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A Salute to the Veterans
A Salute to the Veterans A salute to the Veterans Heroes all They made a big sacrifice And went off to war, They served their..
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Illinois Munitions: A News Journal of the Oak & Sangamon Ordnance Plants 1942-1950 Illiopolis,..
“Illinois Munitions: A News Journal of the Oak & Sangamon Ordnance Plants 1942-1950, Illiopolis, Illinois” ©2025. COLLINSVILLE, Ill., June 2025 –..
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Memorial Day
American Legion Post 15 (Dade City, Fla.) held a Memorial Day ceremony for the community, its supporters, members and area..
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Student-Athletes: Control Your Own Destiny
Being a student-athlete is a demanding and challenging task. They are busy with classes, studying, practices, games, workout sessions and..
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After the Uniform: Navigating Life, Love, and Purpose
"After the Uniform: Navigating Life, Love, and Purpose" is a grounded, compassionate guide written by a veteran - for veterans..
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The Wall of Honor
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Woody Bradshaw’s personal rendition of "Hallelujah" pays tribute to courage and resilience
Singer-songwriter Woody Bradshaw has released an emotionally charged version of Leonard Cohen's iconic “Hallelujah,” offering a tribute to love, loss..
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GI Post 244
We are GI American Legion Post 244 in Louisville, Ky. We have 316 Legionnaires and 55 Sons of The American..
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Bombs Away: A B-17 Pilot's 'Small' Part in a Big War
Herbert Small was born to Scottish and Irish immigrants and lived a simple, small-town life before he and his brother..
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Air Raid!
Nicholas Warr and his fellow recruits enjoy learning a new close-order drill command; a typical day at boot camp; Edson..
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Task Force Hogan: The WWII Tank Battalion that Spearheaded the Liberation of Europe
At 28, Samuel Hogan was the youngest tank battalion commander during WWII. He was responsible for the lives, welfare and..
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