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Carrollton, GA
I remember the day my father, a Vietnam veteran, said to me, “I forbid you from joining a branch that..
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HONORS & ACHIEVEMENTS
John J. Morris Post 62 Publicity Committee presents September Americanism Award
Peoria, AZ
Each month, John J. Morris Post 62 (Peoria, Ariz.) publicity committee reviews nominated businesses in Peoria for the Americanism Award..
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LEGION RIDERS
John J. Morris Post 62 Riders host trophy steal
Peoria, AZ
A week ago, the Post 62 Riders stole the traveling trophy. On Aug. 28, the Riders hosted the trophy steal...
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OTHER
Unit 95 Juniors selling lemonade
Willis, TX
The Junior Auxiliary Unit of Sam Houston Post 95 (Huntsville Texas) showed out at the Willis, Texas, Post 618 Cook-off!..
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WHY I LOVE MY POST
4th Annual Great American Legion Banana Split Celebration
Covington, LA
The 4th Annual Great American Legion Banana Split Celebration was held Aug. 24 to celebrate the 120th anniversary of the..
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COMMUNITY MEMORIALS / MONUMENTS
Raritan Post 23 holds honor ceremony for Marine
Keyport, NJ
A local Keyport, N.J., family requested an honor ceremony for their family member, a Marine killed in an accident 30..
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WWII STORY
William L. Richmond's WWII USMC service
Middletown, NJ
William Laurence Gardell served in the Marines from 1942 to 1946 during World War II. William or "Billy" Richmond attempted..
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VETERANS STRENGTHENING AMERICA
Vets help Canton teen reach dream of joining Marines
Canton, GA
Alex Williams has always looked for answers. At 18 with parents who haven’t been able to care for him and..
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MEMORIAL DAY
Arlington their home today
Waco, TX
In Arlington’s hallowed ground, where silence reigns supreme, Rest the souls of heroes past, in a solemn, timeless dream. Rows upon rows..
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VETERANS HELPING VETERANS
The Legion Hall
Waco, TX
In the dim light of the Legion hall, We sit, shadows of wars past, Each of us alone with memories, Silent bonds that..
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VOLUNTEERING
Creekview High School varsity football team spends day on veteran projects
Canton, GA
Again this year, the varsity football team from Creekview High School in Cherokee County, Ga., spent the day staining disabled..
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HONOR GUARD
Moon High School football
Moon Township, PA
Members of American Legion Post 924 and Auxiliary Unit 924 posted colors for the playing of the national anthem before..
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HONOR GUARD
West Hills Post 924 posts colors for Moon Township Walmart
Moon Township , PA
Members of our post participated with other community groups to celebrate the reopening of the Moon Township Walmart.
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WWII STORY
Doggone untruth: no destroyer was sent
Madison, WI
A few minutes into your conversation with Glen Hanusa, you feel like you’re sitting down for a casual chat with..
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WHY I LOVE MY POST
John J. Morris Post 62 celebrates Coast Guard birthday
Peoria, AZ
This month, John J. Morris Post 62 (Peoria, Ariz.) celebrated the Coast Guard's birthday. At 7:00 Rich Bicket, our only..
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VETERANS STRENGTHENING AMERICA
Henry K. Burtner Post 53 completes successful Back-to-School Supply Drive, supporting local students
Greensboro, NC
From July 15-Aug. 18, 2024, Henry K. Burtner American Legion Post 53 (Greensboro, N.C.) spearheaded a successful Back-to-School Supply Drive,..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
Flag Disposal
On Sunday, August 11, 2024, the 4th Annual Flag Retirement Ceremony was held at Scoutland. We thought it would be..
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VETERANS HELPING VETERANS
John J. Morris Post 62 reaches out to veterans in local care center
Peoria, AZ
On August 17 John J. Morris Post 62, Peoria, AZ, had 7 members go to nearby total care facility to..
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VOLUNTEERING
Veterans come out to help build ramps for Afghanistan Army Veteran and Vietnam Air..
CANTON, GA
For the past several years, Veterans in Cherokee County Georgia have come out to help other Veterans in need of..
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VETERANS HELPING VETERANS
A Legionnaire who never stops giving back
Stockton, CA
In the heart of Stockton, a hero stands, Tino Adame, with an unwavering hand. A Marine who served in Vietnam's..
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OTHER
Snoqualmie Days parade
Snoqualmie, WA
Saturday, Aug. 17, at the Snoqualmie Days Grand Parade. American Legion Post 79 had an information booth, and the post..
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BE THE ONE
Cherokee County Homeless Veterans releases video ahead of Veteran Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month
CANTON, GA
September is National Veteran Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month, and the Cherokee County Homeless Veteran Program (CCHVP) has released a..
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VOLUNTEERING
American Legion Post 1703 leaders donate to Prince George County Schools
Prince George , VA
Prince George, VA – In a heartwarming gesture of community support, Post Commander Willie Louis Lee Jr. and Post Adjutant/Finance..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
Post 1703 new post officers 2024-2025
Prince George, VA – American Legion Post 1703 in Prince George, Va., is buzzing with excitement as it welcomes its..
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BUDDY CHECKS
Valerian Derenda's Buddy Check
Buffalo, NY
70-year American Legion member Valerian Derenda and his wife, Loretta, were visited by Adam Plewacki Post 799 (Buffalo, N.Y.) Commander..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
Secrets of the Vietnam Civil War
My book "Secrets of the Vietnam Civil War" was researched and written following the 50th anniversary of the withdrawal of..
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OTHER
Balaam Jones Post 510 “Buffalo Soldiers” 2024 scholarship awardees
Leesville , LA
Balaam Jones American Legion Post 510 - "Buffalo Soldiers" 2024 Scholarship Award Ceremony Aug. 11, 2024, 11 a.m. Vernon Parish Public Library On Aug...
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SONS OF THE AMERICAN LEGION
Squadron 97 receives $1,000 grant from Florence Copper Community Foundation for new youth drone..
Florence , AZ
Florence, AZ – Sons of The American Legion Squadron 97 is proud to announce that it has recently been awarded..
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OTHER
Medal of Honor recipient SSgt David G. Bellavia at Veterans Recognition Service, Erie County..
Hamburg, NY
Medal of Honor recipient SSgt David G. Bellavia was the principal speaker at a Veterans Recognition Service at the Erie..
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WHY I LOVE MY POST
John J. Morris Post 62 holds second comedy club night to full house
Peoria, AZ
On Aug. 11, John J. Morris Post 62 (Peoria, Ariz.) hosted our second-ever comedy club night. It was a full..
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