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Post 178 names speech contest winners
Frisco, TX
Four high school students from the Frisco area were named winners and received $250 college scholarships at the American Legion..
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HONORS & ACHIEVEMENTS
Post 178 veteran achieves milestone
Frisco, TX
A 50-year anniversary is a milestone for anyone. It is particularly significant when it involves membership to The American Legion,..
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Post 178 continues wreath tradition
Frisco, TX
It began more than 11 years ago. Cpl. Peter J. Courcy, 101st Airborne Division, son of Frisco residents Chris and..
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COMMUNITY MEMORIALS / MONUMENTS
James Barry of Post 556 visits Veterans Memorial Wall in Perryville, Mo.
Ellisville, MO
James Barry served from 1961-1967 in the Kentucky and Missouri Air National Guard units. James is a member of Post..
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VOLUNTEERING
New Jersey Christmas cheer
Waterford Township, NJ
A little Christmas cheer was brought to Veterans Haven South in New Jersey by members of the American Legion Family...
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SONS OF THE AMERICAN LEGION
Proud member of Sons
Ocean Springs, MS
Attorney Steven Eckert, host Ken Flanagan and attorney Matthew Mestayer on LawCall, WLOX TV, May 4, 2019. Eckert is a..
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New York Post 1044 support to veterans and community during pandemic, Part 3
Sparkill, NY
While executing the November drive, the post also learned via a Rockland County American Legion meeting, that pet food drives..
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New York Post 1044 support to veterans and community during pandemic, Part 2
Sparkill, NY
The Perry post has also recognized concerns in the community made worse by the pandemic, and has engaged with the..
1,532 views
OTHER
New York Post 1044 support to veterans and community during pandemic
Sparkill, NY
The COVID-19 pandemic may have impacted the routine activities of most American Legion posts, but that doesn’t mean they haven’t..
1,926 views
COMMUNITY MEMORIALS / MONUMENTS
Memorial honors those in ‘Second Korean War’
Gladstone, MI
GLADSTONE, Mich.. — Just in time for Veterans Day, the Delta County Veterans Memorial Park in Gladstone, with help from..
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WWII STORY
Huh! WWll vet at a hearing aid counter
Collbran , CO
“Huh” By Jim Kenshalo Veterans Day 2020 Last year, I found myself killing a little time in a line at the hearing-aid..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
American Soldiers Liberated My Dad
The year 2020 will be remembered for many significant events, including the 75th anniversary of the end of World War..
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HONOR GUARD
Honoring those who honor our veterans with a final salute
Danville, PA
Danville American Legion Honor Guards Honoring Veterans With Final Salute The magazine BLOOMSBURG NEIGHBORS did an article on the members of..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
Take Me Home Huey
It started as an artistic tribute on the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War and became something even more powerful...
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WHY I LOVE MY POST
Dover (Tenn.) Post 72 partners with local grocer and auto dealer to assist local..
Dover, TN
On Nov. 24, 2020, Dover Post 72, in partnership with Dill's Piggly Wiggly of Dover and sponsor support from Joe..
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MEMBERSHIP SUCCESS STORIES
Stepping up instead of stepping back
Dover, TN
On behalf of the Douglas Milford Lyons Dover (Tenn.) Post 72 American Legion, Auxiliary, Sons and Riders, I'd like to..
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LEGION RIDERS
Legion Riders of Dover (Tenn.) Chapter 72 deliver Christmas presents for local Veterans Angel..
Dover, TN
On Dec. 19, 2020, the Dover Chapter 72 Legion Riders delivered gifts to Tammy Phillips, Diversicare activities director. The Riders..
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VETERANS HELPING VETERANS
"Operation Pillows for Heroes," Dover (Tenn.) Legion 72 Family (more than 150 delivered)
Dover, TN
On Dec. 19, 2020, the Douglas Milford Lyons Dover Post 72 Family was honored to make the holidays a little..
1,687 views
HONOR GUARD
Dover (Tenn.) Post 72 honor detail/guard receives special presentation
Dover, TN
During the Dec. 15, 2020, Legion 72 Family meeting, the honor detail/guard was presented a gift (check) from the Tennessee..
1,799 views
COMMUNITY MEMORIALS / MONUMENTS
Fort Donelson National Cemetery, (Dover, Tenn.) Wreaths Across America (WAA) ceremony, with Dover Post..
Dover, TN
The ceremony was conducted a day early (Dec. 18) due to the possibility of showers on Saturday. We would..
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100 MILES
A great day to walk
Fargo, ND
It was great day for Gilbert C. Grafton Fargo Post 2 Commander Larry Lein (left) and 2nd Vice Commander Dave..
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100 MILES
Kindred cross-country team participates in 100 Miles walk
Kindred, ND
The Kindred, N.D., cross-country team dedicated themselves to do something to help others, so they joined in The American Legion’s..
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100 MILES
American Legion Matthew Brew Post 3 (Dickinson, N.D.) exceeds expectations in helping injured veteran
Dickinson, ND
Dean Kadrmas, Matthew Brew Post 3 member and Post 3 Legion Riders head, had an unexpected adventure that left him..
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COMMUNITY MEMORIALS / MONUMENTS
Stevensville (Mont.) Fort Owen Post 94
Stevensville, MT
After the War on Terror a memorial was started by the Post 94 members for servicemembers who enlisted to serve..
2,022 views
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American Legion Post 58 hosts Marine Corps League Toys for Tots collection
Fountain Hills, AZ
The Marine Corps League collected Toys for Tots from many local businesses and Fountain Hills citizens. They collected over 40..
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OTHER
American Legion Post 58 and Legion Riders hold rally to collect funds for Operation..
Fountain Hills, AZ
Bill “Wild Horse” Wooster led a rally to collect funds for Isabella’s treatment and future therapy. The Legion posts..
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OTHER
Veterans declare, “No one should go hungry at Christmas time"
Blue Ash, OH
Members of American Legion Northeast Post 630, Blue Ash, Ohio, organized and promoted a canned food drive, declaring "No one..
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HONORS & ACHIEVEMENTS
Legionnaires to participate in virtual 34th Commemorative MLK March
San Antonio, TX
SAN ANTONIO – (Jan. 1, 2021) Due to coronavirus (COVID- 19) pandemic concerns, the 34th Commemorative Rev. Dr. Martin Luther..
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COMMUNITY MEMORIALS / MONUMENTS
Wreaths Across America
Saratoga Springs, NY
On Friday, Dec. 18, local U.S. Navy veteran Frank Schmidt and his family joined Wreaths Across America to place wreaths..
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COMMUNITY MEMORIALS / MONUMENTS
Wreaths Across America
San Bruno, CA
On Dec. 12, 2020, the American Legion Post 105 Family (Legionnaires, Auxiliary, Sons and Riders) met at Golden Gate National..
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