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What does it mean to be a rider? A 250th celebration of America with..
“I Ride” is a defiant, soul-stirring anthem that reaches back to the very heartbeat of America’s birth. As the United..
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The Heroes at the VA
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Honoring fallen heroes: book series proceeds feed families in need
Support a Navy widow and World War II daughter’s mission to combat hunger. Written by the daughter of 1st Lt...
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A song for America's 250th — From the ER to "American Made"
For 50 years I worked in emergency medicine - running toward the worst moments of other people's lives. I come..
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"A Musical Journey Through America's Wars"
USAF vet writes and produces with collaboration of radio station KSQM an original series that explores the nation's military history..
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Thomas and Michael
This book is available through Amazon, Walmart, and Barnes & Noble online. It explores the emotions of not only the soldiers..
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Dedication of Veterans Memorial
New Auburn (Wis.) Slining-Caulkins American Legion Post 267 was extremely proud to dedicate the New Auburn Area Veterans Memorial on..
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Memorial Day
Wm. M. Randolph Post 593 (Converse, Texas) started Memorial Day by participating in the City of Converse Memorial Day Ceremony...
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The Soldiers Who Have Died
The Soldiers Who Have Diied All the wars that we have had, The good have to fight the bad, Young men die so..
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Death of a Cigarette
"Death of a Cigarette" is a historical fiction novella that explores World War II, D-Day, memory, survival and the silence..
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'Thank God for the Red White and Blue' music video
I never had the opportunity to serve. I was going to enlist in the Navy right out of high..
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Post 223 (Shippensburg, Pa.) WWII Glenn Lytle Buddy Check
On May 12, 2026, we had the honor of conducting a Buddy Check. This was not a routine check of..
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A veteran's reflection for Memorial Day
This poem was written earlier this year by my father-in-law, Otis Veteto, who is 88. He enlisted in the U.S...
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Mirage in the Sand: Reflections of a Grunt in the Early Days of GWOT
War. People love the clean version of war. Simple motivations, clear victories and neat endings, but that version is a..
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My experience through the Veterans Treatment Court
To say this journey has been a long and arduous one would be a profound understatement. I’ll be honest: at..
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The Echo of Silence
My book is loosely based on the story of my life, my challenges, and dealing with the demons that ride..
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Two And A Half Centuries
Two And A Half Centuries By Michael Haas Born from a colony of British rule They sought freedom and separatism. For a hundred and..
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Building bridges: a high schooler's journey to support our veterans
Hi, I'm a junior at Fieldston High School in New York City. I'm the daughter of a Navy veteran, and..
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Rolling for Recovery: Why Gaming Helps Veterans' Mental Health
Unlock the healing power of gaming for veterans’ mental health with "Rolling for Recovery." Veterans face unique mental health challenges like..
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Brothers in arms, brothers by blood
In January 1945, shortly following the end of the six-week Battle of the Bulge - the bloodiest single battle fought..
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o60887
My father’s Army serial number is O60887, which I memorized when I was young. Being the son of an..
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SGT Gander: A Soldier's Soldier
Gander's story began April 15, 1935. Originally named Pal, in 1938 he became the pet and best friend of a..
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The service of 1SG Robert Patrouille
In 1960, Robert Patrouille joined the Wisconsin National Guard as an infantryman with A CO 2-127 32nd Infantry Brigade. Throughout..
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I wrote a Military Thriller Inspired by Service-Would Appreciate Your Support
I’m Eric D. Smith, a fellow veteran and member of The American Legion. It's my dream to do well on my..
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Don't Forget the Veterans
A poem about honoring veterans and making it America's priority. Don’t Forget the Veterans Our country is lax And too invested in money And..
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Now What? A Novel
I spent years watching the Army do what it does well: turn civilians into soldiers. What I didn't see until..
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Prisoner of War, North Korea 1951-1953
My father dreamed of writing the story of himself and his fellow POWs. But he was convinced that his lack..
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Pittsburgh veteran, anesthesiologist and author releases memoir detailing life as military brat in Spain
Dr. Steven L. Orebaugh, a veteran and professor of anesthesiology at UPMC in Pittsburgh, has released his fifth book, "The..
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My visit to Iwo Jima for 80th Reunion of Honor
In March 2025, I had the rare privilege of visiting the island of Iwo Jima with my brother for the..
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Tribute to my brother, a Marine veteran
I am a member of American Legion Post 911. This short story is a tribute to my older brother Sgt...
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