My Journey to Texas Boys State
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My Journey to Texas Boys State

San Antonio, TX
SAN ANTONIO – (July 26, 2025) – My journey with Texas Boys State began with the 20th District Texas Boys..
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After the storm
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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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Guam liberator
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Guam liberator

Bristol, CT
On July 21, Joe Caminiti was contacted by a reporter from Guam and informed he was being remembered as a..
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Iwo Jima survivor who witnessed the flag raised 80 years ago honored at City Flag Day
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Iwo Jima survivor who witnessed the flag raised 80 years ago honored..

Bristol, CT
Members of the City of Bristol turned out to honor Joe Caminiti, an Iwo Jima survivor who in March returned..
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Camp Pendleton receives second painting
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Camp Pendleton receives second painting

Bristol, CT
Before departing for Iwoto, Japan, in March, very few on Camp Pendleton knew who he was. But thanks..
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Amarillo Riders visit Pike's Peak
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Amarillo Riders visit Pike's Peak

Amarillo, TX
Amarillo American Legion Riders members recently traveled to Pike's Peak. The ride was a revisit of last year's attempt..
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Respect, honor and tributes: a Flag Day to remember
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Respect, honor and tributes: a Flag Day to remember

Prescott, AZ
It was a Flag Day to remember for reasons I did not realize when venturing out to Mayer, Ariz., on..
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The Wounded Generation: Coming Home After World War II
IN YOUR OWN WORDS

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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John J. Morris Post 62 hosts paint classes for friends and family
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John J. Morris Post 62 hosts paint classes for friends and family

Peoria, AZ
On July 22, John J. Morris Post 62 (Peoria, Ariz.) hosted a paint class for friends and family to have..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS

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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Army veteran/Legionnaire raises funds for local military food program
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Army veteran/Legionnaire raises funds for local military food program

Milwaukie, OR
Milwaukie Post 180 of The American Legion is proud to highlight the service and dedication of one of its own,..
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The Kennedy Law Firm welcomes Squadron 289 member to legal team
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The Kennedy Law Firm welcomes Squadron 289 member to legal team

Clarksville, TN
Clarksville, TN — The Kennedy Law Firm is excited to announce the addition of attorney Cody Schmidt, Esq., to our..
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Department of Texas District 12 provides relief
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Department of Texas District 12 provides relief

Haltom City, TX
On July 16, District 12 Commander Chad Page and Post 655 Adjutant Amy King arrived at Post 208 in Kerrville,..
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Post 208 has vital role in SAR operations, community recovery
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Post 208 has vital role in SAR operations, community recovery

Kerrville, TX
Post 208 (Kerrville, Texas) has been a vital resource for the disaster response to the catastrophic flooding on July 4,..
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Monroe, La., native installed as Texas American Legion division vice commander
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Monroe, La., native installed as Texas American Legion division vice commander

Austin, TX
AUSTIN, Texas – (July 18, 2025) – U.S. Marine Corps veteran Burrell D. Parmer, of Monroe, La., was installed as..
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Corpus Christi resident installed as Texas American Legion vice commander
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Corpus Christi resident installed as Texas American Legion vice commander

Austin, TX
AUSTIN, Texas – (July 20, 2025) – U.S. Army veteran Jose A. Lopez, a resident of Corpus Christi, Texas, was..
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100th Anniversary celebration
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100th Anniversary celebration

Fairbanks , AK
Photos and video are from the 100th anniversary celebration at the opening ceremony at the Lions’ Midnight Sun Matchup. U.S...
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WWII Army nurse turns 100 on July 4
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WWII Army nurse turns 100 on July 4

El Reno, OK
Larry Heald, commander of Post 34 (El Reno, Okla.) honors Irene Krittenbrink of Okarche, Okla., on her 100th birthday on..
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Legionnaires donate $17K during Texas annual convention in support of Kerrville flood disaster
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Legionnaires donate $17K during Texas annual convention in support of Kerrville flood disaster

Austin, TX
AUSTIN, Texas – (July 16, 2025) – In the aftermath of the recent catastrophic flooding that swept through Kerrville, Texas,..
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In memory of ALR member Kent “Dogger” Winship
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In memory of ALR member Kent “Dogger” Winship

Anchorage, AK
Kent Steven "Dogger" Winship entered his heavenly home on June 27, 2025. Born May 30, 1961, to Myron W and..
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BOYS STATE

New York Boys State governor

Clarence, NY
Very nice write up on New York Boys State governor in the local BEE. Jim Bojanowski Erie County adjutant..
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BE THE ONE

Tribute to Gabriel A. Rodriguez

Buffalo, NY
On 6/27, WGRZ Channel 2 on National PTSD Awareness Day had a tribute to Gabriel A. Rodriguez. Click on the link..
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Being drafted was a great thing
MY TIME IN UNIFORM

Being drafted was a great thing

Shoreham, NY
On Jan. 19, 1971, I was drafted into the U.S. Army at Fort Hamilton, N.Y. The next day I started..
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A Great Day for NE Post 63o to lead a great parade
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A Great Day for NE Post 63o to lead a great parade

Blue Ash, OH
The City of Montgomery was celebrating the 50th anniversary of their 4th of July parade and the weather could not..
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Saying farewell - final days in hospice
IN YOUR OWN WORDS

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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WWII Robert T. McCollum Honor Guard - Bronze Rosette
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WWII Robert T. McCollum Honor Guard - Bronze Rosette

San Jose, CA
I'd like to share a heartfelt thank-you to all our American Legion Family members who had the availability to honor..
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Fort Mason Post 285 member named Texas Legionnaire of the Year
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Fort Mason Post 285 member named Texas Legionnaire of the Year

Austin, TX
AUSTIN, Texas – (July 12, 2025) – Legionnaire Thomas Koepke of Fort Mason American Legion Post 285 in Mason, Texas,..
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Dallas youth recognized as Department of Texas' Eagle Scout of the Year
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Dallas youth recognized as Department of Texas' Eagle Scout of the Year

Austin, TX
AUSTIN, Texas – (July 12, 2025) – Oliver Burke of Dallas, the Department of Texas and American Legion National Eagle..
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National Veterans Affairs & Rehabilitation director attends Department of Texas annual convention
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National Veterans Affairs & Rehabilitation director attends Department of Texas annual convention

Austin, TX
AUSTIN, Texas – (July 12, 2025) – National Veterans Affairs & Rehabilitation Director Cole Lyle, a member of Johnson-Wiggens American..
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National commander attends Department of Texas convention, visits Kerrville
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National commander attends Department of Texas convention, visits Kerrville

Austin, TX
AUSTIN, Texas – (July 12, 2025) – American Legion National Commander James A. LaCoursiere Jr. visited with Legionnaires during the..
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