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WHY I CHOSE THE ARMY
In honor of the Army’s 250th birthday, share why you chose that branch (or the Reserve or National Guard) for your service.
USA 250
Share the stories of how you and your post, district or department are celebrating the 250th Birthday of America.
USA 250 Challenge
To celebrate America's 250th birthday, The American Legion is conducting a challenge to achieve goals in physical activity, mental wellness and community service. Share how you accomplished a goal in one or more of those three categories.
OUR TRAVELS
Share your stories about your travels to locations that would be of interest to veterans. Examples would be memorials, monuments, museums, special events, attractions, and military bases.
BE THE ONE
American Legion posts and members are leading the way in increasing awareness about and reducing the number of veteran suicides. Share your success stories so others can get inspired and do their part to "Be The One."
OUR KOREAN WAR STORY
American Legion Family members are invited to share personal accounts from Korean War veterans, stories of post namesakes, Legion-led community support during the war, photos and descriptions of unique equipment, artifacts and other memorabilia, and more. Please include clearly the American Legion Family connection with each submission.
BUDDY CHECKS
Tell us about successes you have experienced in conducting Buddy Checks on veterans in your area.
MY WWII STORY
Legionnaires and posts are invited to collect personal anecdotes and local developments about the World War II generation, to mark the 75th anniversary of the end of the conflict. Include American Legion membership where applicable.
FAMILY LEGACY
Have multiple generations of your family continued their service at American Legion posts? Share your family's history of Legion leadership.
MEMORIES OF BASIC TRAINING
The American Legion wants your story of basic training. What do you remember most? What’s your fondest memory? What is your worst?
WOMEN VETERANS
Our sisters in arms have always been part of The American Legion. Share your own story of service, or one of a member or post namesake.
MEMBERSHIP SUCCESS STORIES
How has your post or district actively recruited new members? Share your tips and successes with others.
RALLY AROUND THE FLAG
Join The American Legion Family's tribute to our flag by posting photos of Old Glory, or sharing what the U.S. flag means to you.
GI BILL STORIES
Share your story of how the GI Bill influenced your life. Did you use it for college? Vocational training? A business loan? A home loan? What has the GI Bill meant to you?
MY TIME IN UNIFORM
We thank you for your service, and would like to hear about it. Share your experiences, memories and stories from your time in the armed forces.
HONOR & ACHIEVEMENTS
Tell us about the honors and achievements given out or received in your community.
VOLUNTEERING
Legionnaires are known for their selfless volunteer work. Tell us about the unsung heroes in your post or department.
MY HERO, OUR STORY
SAL members share their stories of their fathers and/or grandfathers who inspired them to their continued service.
IN YOUR OWN WORDS
Your story is important to The American Legion. You are invited to share your memoir, poem, photo, video, book or link to another site.
SONS OF THE AMERICAN LEGION
Sons of The American Legion members regularly honor the service and sacrifice of Legionnaires. Share how your squadron is fulfilling this obligation.
SUPPORT FOR POST-9/11 VETS
Stories of positive American Legion connection with the post-9/11 generation, please share your story.
SCHOLARSHIPS
Tell us how a scholarship awarded by The American Legion made a difference in your life.
