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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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The Drift Detector: How Veterans Recognize Misalignment Early
You walk into a meeting and the energy is off. Nothing visible has changed. No announcement has been made. The mission..
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Dress Whites
I believe that fiction often is more real than non-fiction. I also believe that my new book of short stories..
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BOOTS, Combat, Tropical
BOOTS, COMBAT, TROPICAL Why can I remember his boots but not his name? BOOTS, combat, tropical. Nylon ankle reinforcing band. Vibram sole...
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Fourth-grade flag program
On Wednesday, Jan. 28, the Coldwater Elementary (Coldwater, Ohio) fourth-grade students had the special opportunity to take part in a..
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The Four Chaplains: A legacy of selfless service
By Jesse Figueroa, dual member of American Legion Post 140 and SAL Squadron 66, Department of Puerto Rico On Feb. 3,..
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Remember
Remember The freedom we share, is surely not free. It's paid with lives given, for you and for me. All the brave that..
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Memorial Day
Memorial Day It was Memorial Day A day to reflect on The men who have died The men who gave their all For our country..
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The New Warrior Caste: How Recruiting Failed the All-Volunteer Force
Should America reinstate the draft? This ongoing quiet debate stems from two main factors. First, heightened fears of an existential..
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Save Wadsworth Chapel
As an active member of Post 43 in Hollywood, Calif., and a Kickstart Team member, this is our petition to..
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Disabled veteran races toward Indy
Jonathon Tepes Sharkey, known in racing circles as Rocky Flash, was born in Elizabeth, N.J. After finishing high school..
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