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LEGION RIDERS
Riders Complete Virginia In State Legacy Scholarship Run
Richmond, VA
Riders from across the Department of Virginia recently completed a two-day event known as the Virginia In State Legacy Scholarship..
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AMERICAN LEGION CENTENNIAL
Department of Iowa Centennial Reception
Cedar Rapids, IA
On 20 July, as a part of the 101st Department of Iowa Convention, a reception was held to celebrate the..
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VOLUNTEERING
Seward Post 5 American Legion Family Prepares Fresh Alaskan Salmon for Those in Need
Seward, AK
In Seward, Alaska, during the summer the Seward Post 5 American Legion Family rises to the occasion to help others..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
The 100 Centennial Quilt fundraiser
Our heartfelt appreciation goes out to all who have contributed to this successful fundraiser as the funds totaled over $2100...
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OTHER
"FROM HERE TO INSANITY" An immigrant boy becomes a citizen by way of the..
Dayton, OH
A little boy’s idyllic world is upended when he is brought to the U.S. by his well-meaning family. When Robert..
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OTHER
We The People- Art Celebrating Veterans in America
Charleston, SC
WE THE PEOPLE is a new collection of large-scale watercolor painting portraits of veterans in America. Artist Mary Whyte painted..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
Purple Heart Proclamation
On July 22, Johnson County Commissioners Court issued a Purple Heart Proclamation. On the July 23,, Cleburne City Council..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
A salute to those who serve in so many ways.
I am a long time Jeep guy, since I was 12. I have always felt an interesting connection to these..
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AMERICAN LEGION CENTENNIAL
Arkansas MM Eberts Post 1 Centennial Celebration
Little Rock, AR
At 1000 hours, on a hot Saturday morning, July 20 2019. American Legion MM Eberts Post 1 began their 100th..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
Florida post sponsors senior softball team
In February 2014, American Legion Post 404, Marco Island, Florida was chartered with 28 original members. Just five years later,..
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OTHER
Helping vets' children through the Child Welfare Foundation
Virginia Beach, VA
It feels good knowing that our post members and guests are willing to help the children in need by making..
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HONORS & ACHIEVEMENTS
State of Maryland and Frederick County honor past commander Keith Clevenger of Francis Scott..
Frederick, MD
July 20, 2019 Today in Frederick County, Md., is Commander Keith Clevenger Day. Past Commander Clevenger was recognized by Maryland..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
Lost in Dalat - The Courage of a Family Torn by War
My novel, “Lost in Dalat — The Courage of a Family Torn by War,” is about Meggan Mondae, who travels..
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RALLY AROUND THE FLAG
The American flag's history of disrespect
Crossville, TN
Ever wonder why people choose to disrespect the American flag even though they are living under its protection? This flag..
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COMMUNITY MEMORIALS / MONUMENTS
Columbia Falls (Mont.) Post 72 launches successful restoration of historic doughboy statue
Columbia Falls, MT
Submitted by Michael Shepard, member On November 11, 2018, at 11 am, the Visquenay Doughboy Statue was rededicated for the Montana..
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OTHER
Post 21 presents Blue Star Banner to proud parents
The Colony, TX
Post 21 Commander Dick Ensweiler presented Will and Bethany Ouellette with a Blue Star Banner at the monthly general meeting..
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AMERICAN LEGION CENTENNIAL
Department of Iowa commemorates its first adjutant, John MacVicar
Cedar Rapids, IA
The first adjutant for the American Legion Department of Iowa, John MacVicar, held the post for one year, 1919-1920, and..
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AMERICAN LEGION CENTENNIAL
Department of Iowa commemorates the grave of their first commander, LTG Mathew Tinley
Cedar Rapids, IA
Mathew Adrian Tinley, physician and surgeon, retired lieutenant general and commander of the 34th Infantry Division, was the first commander..
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WHY I LOVE MY POST
A visiting gift
Vista, CA
As I recall, it was the summer of 2017 when a gentleman enjoying our post dinner asked our bartender if..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
So Proudly We Hailed
Peoples' memories of World War II differ significantly, depending on whether they fought overseas, served..
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LEGION RIDERS
Forks Washington Post 106 Joins Nascar
FORKS, WA
Last night the members of Forks American Legion Post 106 and the Legion Riders enjoyed the sharing of a letter..
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AMERICAN LEGION CENTENNIAL
Celebrating 100 years of serving our veterans
Huntington, IN
To participate in the local Heritage Days events, Huntington (Ind.) Post 85 chose to celebrate the 100-year anniversary of The..
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OTHER
Inaugural Military and Veteran Community Choice Awards Celebrate Brands Providing Outstanding Service to the..
San Antonio, TX
For the first time ever, service members, veterans, and military spouses have the chance to personally recognize and celebrate those..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
The Forgotten Meaning of Independence Day
As I rise from bed this day. My thoughts turn not to the daily tasks at hand , but rather..
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RALLY AROUND THE FLAG
Our youth standing for the American flag
Castleton, VT
The town of Castleton, Vt., held its 5th Annual 4th of July Celebration and kicked it off with a 4th..
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HONOR GUARD
Post 1980 Honor Guard honors all veterans at rock concert
Woodland Park, CO
A classic rock concert held at Woodland Park, Colo., (elevation 8500 ft.) honored all veterans present as the Post 1980..
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WHY I LOVE MY POST
Small-town 4th of July
Woodland Park, CO
Woodland Park, Colo., is a small Rocky Mountain town, Elevation 8500 ft. Each 4th of July the town puts on..
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LEGION RIDERS
American Legion Post 262 Legion Riders 4th of July
charlotte, NC
It was our pleasure to ride in Hickory Grove Annually 4th of July Parade,we were shown so much..
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OTHER
Post 28 (Grand Haven, Mich.) celebrates two historic moments at July 2 installation of..
Grand Haven, MI
Charles A. Conklin American Legion Post 28 in Grand Haven, Mich., has a long and rich tradition of instilling honor..
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VETERANS HELPING VETERANS
PTSD/TBI
Quinton , VA
I spent 20 years in the Navy, then 14 with the Rescue Squad and Fire Department. I wrecked/rolled over a..
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