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I am America
I lost my first child on the day I was born on April 19, 1775…I am America. He fell on..
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Carrying the Colors; An essay from the perspective of an African American Color Guard
It was a clear hot Memorial Day in Berea Ohio when I first experienced the..
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ICURY
Nothing is more stimulating to humans than the prospect of peace! Imagine, YOU learning how to create world peace. Imagine, YOU helping..
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‘Always doing work,’ proud first-generation American WWII veteran remembers
Weekly visits to the naval base in South Philadelphia set a course for young Simon Zayon, who would later join..
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"Rock Our Vets"
“ROCK OUR VETS” By John R. Bodin III Please allow me to introduce myself; my name is John R. Bodin III, and..
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Devastating three alarm fire destroys Joe Stickell American Legion in Waynesboro, PA
On December 27, 2017 at approximately 2:00am, a fire broke out at the American Legion in Waynesboro. It happened on..
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CRISIS IN BAGHDAD - Leadership in a Risk Adverse Environment
This book is about providing combat leadership in an environment of risk aversion, which characterized the atmosphere in Baghdad, Iraq..
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Notes From the Trenches: A Musician's Journey Through World War I
The Foster family of Wisconsin were vibrant and happy in the early years of the 20th century. Like many families..
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Clovis Desaulniers
Clovis was assigned to the Mexico border for the following year. At the outbreak of the war, he was..
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Peace
Peace A Poem by William T. Elliott Long ago I held a grudge from wars I'd fought that wouldn't budge. I lost the battle and the..
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N is for Never Forget
The children’s book N is for Never Forget, by award-winning children’s book author Nancy Polette, is now available for ordering...
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Fallen Soldier
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A War Of Love
A Book of beautiful, inspiring, uplifting and humorous poetry book by published author, William T. Elliott. The book is divided..
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B-29s take the war to Japan's door
Three Feathers – Flagship of the 500th By Joan Moore Liska, daughter of T.Sgt. Matthew J. Moore, gunner Based on Oral and..
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A Flowershop in Baghdad
Major Mike Banzet was sent to Iraq in 2007-2008 as part of the Coalition Air Force Transition Team (CAFTT). ..
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“My Memoirs”
George E. Greenwood (pictured) I’m a Member of American Legion Post 128 of Marsing Idaho. I am a USAF Vietnam Veteran As..
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Long Journeys Home: American Veterans of World War II, Korea, and Vietnam
In the modern history of American veterans, it is sometimes difficult to separate myth from fact. The men and women..
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WARRIOR (July 4th meditation)
WARRIOR (July 4th meditation) Fate has made me a warrior Sworn to protect and defend To never stop, never leave Until the battle's..
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Four War Veteran
Navy veteran of four wars buried at IVH Cemetery This month, I was back at the Iowa Veterans Home cemetery in..
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When They Were Small I Knew Them All
I am a retired computer programmer/artist. Each year for the 20+ years I have completed a Santa painting depicting..
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Allie's Response to Retiring the Flag
April 19, 2009 Allie’s Response to Retiring the Flag Allie is Clyde French’s granddaughter. She is 4 years old and..
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Flags over Newton
For the second year in a row, the Sons of Legion Post 440 in Newton, MA have done an awesome..
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Brave And Honorable
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Our Year of War by Daniel P. Bolger
Two brothers—Chuck and Tom Hagel—went to war in Vietnam, fought in the same unit, and saved each other's life. They..
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Brave And Honorable
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I Honor Your Red, White and Blue Soldier Souls.
Five mighty soldier angels at attention. Picture perfect. Forever treasured in my lasting memories. My hand raised up to salute each of you. My..
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Remember
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Veterans Aid During Tragedy
A Legionaire was working at the Route 91 fiasco 10/1 and helped evacuate the thousands of partyers including some who..
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After Action Report
Our Lake Wales American Legion was a god-send for the residents of Lake Wales, Polk County, and Floridians who were..
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Man's Best Friends
"Man's Best Friends" is a heartwarming, uplifting book from Overamstel Publishers about the dogs who go above and beyond for..
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