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John J. Morris Post 62 celebrates life of Past Commander Marge Ahrens
Peoria, AZ
On April 9, John J. Morris Post 62 (Peoria, Ariz.) held a celebration of life for a past commander, Marge..
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RALLY AROUND THE FLAG
American flag
Vale, NC
My husband painted a 20-foot-by-50-foot flag on the side of our house. We live in Vale, N.C.
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MY TIME IN UNIFORM
Success in the teaching field because of Army service
Lewes, DE
As a retired teacher with 34 years' experience at middle, high school and college, colleagues would ask an innocent question:..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
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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HONORS & ACHIEVEMENTS
John J. Morris Post 62 honors Stars of 62, shining stars in the desert..
Peoria, AZ
On April 8, John J. Morris Post 62 (Peoria, Ariz.) honored some shining stars of the desert sky. The Stars..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
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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VOLUNTEERING
Veterans community involvement
Brookville, IN
Bernard Hurst American Legion Post 77 in Brookville, Ind., along with VFW Post 2014 got together and hosted an Easter..
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OTHER
Remembering Ercie Paul Ball of Mare Island Navy Yard Post 550 (Vallejo, Calif.)
Vallejo, CA
The American Legion Family across California is mourning the loss of Ercie Paul Ball, a World War II and Korean..
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HONORS & ACHIEVEMENTS
John J. Morris Post 62 honors Sunny Bowl Barber Shop with first Patriotism award
Peoria, AZ
On April 6, John J. Morris Post 62 honored the Sunny Bowl Barber Shop with their first Patriotism award. This..
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HONORS & ACHIEVEMENTS
John J. Morris Post 62 honors Bubba's 33 as Peoria Business of the Month
Peoria, AZ
On April 6, John J. Morris Post 62 (Peoria, Ariz.) presented Bubba's 33 with our Americanism award for Peoria Business..
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WHY I LOVE MY POST
United in service: a final honor
Springfield, VA
In a powerful display of camaraderie and commitment, members of the American Legion Family from Virginia and Colorado came together..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
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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LEGION RIDERS
John J. Morris Post 62 Riders honor two more inductees to Legion of the..
Peoria, AZ
On April 4, the John J. Morris Post 62 (Peoria, Ariz.) Riders went to a ceremony to support two more..
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VETERANS HELPING VETERANS
John J. Morris Post 62 continues support for Ira H. Hayes Post 84
Peoria, AZ
On April 2, John J. Morris Post 62 (Peoria, Ariz.) continued working with the Ira H. Hayes Post 84 (Sacaton,..
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OTHER
National Medal of Honor Day ceremony 2026 in Morgantown, W.Va.
Morgantown, WV
For the fifth consecutive year, American Legion Mountaineer Post 174 in Morgantown, W.Va., conducted a ceremony for National Medal of..
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RALLY AROUND THE FLAG
John J. Morris Post 62 honors Air Force veteran Evert Young as veteran of..
Peoria, AZ
On April 1, John J. Morris Post 62 (Peoria, Ariz.) honored Air Force veteran Evert Young as the April veteran..
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WHY I LOVE MY POST
John J. Morris Post 62 has love in the air!
Peoria, AZ
On March 31, John J. Morris Post 62 (Peoria, Ariz.) hosted a wedding! Army widow Cheryl Matthews, a longtime..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
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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COMMUNITY MEMORIALS / MONUMENTS
Community honors Vietnam veterans in ceremony at National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific
Honolulu, HI
HONOLULU, HI – March 27, 2026 – In a moving tribute ahead of National Vietnam War Veterans Day, a commemorative..
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OTHER
War Memorial Post 30 celebrates Vietnam veterans
Camden, ME
On March 29, 2026, War Memorial Post 30 in Camden, Maine, opened its doors for the 2nd annual Vietnam Veterans..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
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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RALLY AROUND THE FLAG
Richland American Legion Post 548 flag 'decommissioning' ceremony
Bakerstown, PA
This is a demonstration video on how to properly "decommission" a U.S. flag. It was made in partnership with Richland..
366 views
SCHOLARSHIPS
Legionnaire scholar made Harvard Fellow
Front Royal, VA
The Hon. R. Clarke Cooper was selected for the inaugural American Service Fellowship at Harvard University. In the semiquincentennial year..
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VETERANS HELPING VETERANS
Neptune (N.J.) American Legion Post 346 at Neptune VFW Post 1333 for Vietnam Veterans..
Neptune, NJ
American Legion Post 346 (Neptune, N.J.) members attended Vietnam Veterans Day ceremonies at Neptune VFW Post 1333 on Sunday, March..
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HONORS & ACHIEVEMENTS
National Vietnam War Veterans Day Monument/flag dedication ceremony
Harrisonburg, VA
On March 29, 2026, American Legion Shenandoah Valley Post 188 and Sons of The American Legion Squadron 188 in Harrisonburg,..
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OTHER
Vietnam veterans celebrated at Post 53, Dexter, Maine
Dexter, ME
A dinner was served to any Vietnam veteran on March 29. Post 53 advertised it in the local paper and..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
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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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
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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VETERANS HELPING VETERANS
Award-winning author and veteran releases two books, YouTube video in preparation for nation’s 250th..
Ontario, CA
Author and retired Army Lt. Col. John J. McBrearty continues to expand his growing body of inspirational literature and military..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
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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