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WHY I CHOSE THE NAVY
Four years, three ships
Napa, CA
It was July 1968. The Tet Offensive had occurred in January. I had just graduated from high school and did..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
Student-Athletes: Control Your Own Destiny
Being a student-athlete is a demanding and challenging task. They are busy with classes, studying, practices, games, workout sessions and..
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MEMORIAL DAY
Post 21 Warriors defy the storm to honor the fallen on Memorial Day
The Colony, TX
In the early hours of Memorial Day 2025, severe weather swept through North Texas. But for the Post 21 Warriors,..
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WHY I CHOSE THE NAVY
'I would do it all over again'
St. Johnsbury, VT
After graduating from St. Johnsbury Trade School in 1957, I spent six months living with a friend and his family..
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WHY I CHOSE THE NAVY
From USS Midway to weekends at Waikiki Beach
Lincoln, DE
The year was 1970. I was set to graduate from high school in western Massachusetts at age 17, with no..
506 views
MEMORIAL DAY
Memorial Day Parade at Allen County War Memorial Coliseum
Fort Wayne, IN
The 2025 Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony took place at the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum in Fort Wayne, Ind...
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COMMUNITY MEMORIALS / MONUMENTS
Memorial Day ceremony at Post 84, Toa Baja City, Puerto Rico
Toa Baja
Last Sunday (May 25, 2025) our post commemorated our fallen brothers- and sisters-in-arms with a very special event that involved..
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WHY I CHOSE THE NAVY
'So many memories I cherish'
Berkeley Springs, WV
My father became a U.S. citizen on Ellis Island in 1923 after leaving Ireland due to his involvement in the..
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RALLY AROUND THE FLAG
American Legion Post 241 promotes a spirit of patriotism
Fort Wayne, IN
Waynedale, a suburb of Fort Wayne, Ind., kicked off the 2025 Memorial Day Parade. The parade began at 9 am..
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HONOR GUARD
American Legion Post 241 performs Memorial Day Ceremony
Fort Wayne, IN
The American Legion Post 241 Honor Guard performed a Memorial Day ceremony at Prairie Grove Cemetery. The event took..
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SONS OF THE AMERICAN LEGION
Members of SAL Squadron 241 participate in Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony
Fort Wayne, IN
Waynedale, a suburb of Fort Wayne, Ind., kicked off the 2025 Memorial Day Parade. It began at 9 am EDT..
702 views
WHY I CHOSE THE NAVY
Continuing a family tradition
Walhalla, SC
I have always had an interest in aviation. For that reason, I thought I would join the Air Force. My..
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WHY I CHOSE THE NAVY
'I wanted to see the world'
Fayetteville, NC
I joined the Navy for several reasons. I was raised by a hardcore lifer Army paratrooper who reached command sergeant..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
After the Uniform: Navigating Life, Love, and Purpose
"After the Uniform: Navigating Life, Love, and Purpose" is a grounded, compassionate guide written by a veteran - for veterans..
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WHY I CHOSE THE NAVY
'He made a believer of me'
Greenwood, AR
In 1966, I received my draft notice in the mail. My parents owned a small grocery store in Fort Smith,..
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WHY I CHOSE THE NAVY
'One of the most defining experiences of my life'
LaGrange, OH
Patriotism has been ingrained in my family for generations. My great-grandfather fought in the Civil War, and my grandfather served..
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WHY I CHOSE THE NAVY
Traveled the oceans of the world
Skandia, MI
I went into the Navy because my father served in the Navy during World War II, in the Pacific theater...
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WHY I CHOSE THE NAVY
In my father's footsteps
Swainsboro, GA
My dad was a gunner's mate second class who served on USS Major DE 796 during World War II. He..
412 views
LEGION RIDERS
American Legion Riders of Post 409 zoom down the road at Memorial Day Parade..
Fort Wayne, IN
American Legion Riders of Post 409, from Leo, Ind., honored our fallen comrades at the Waynedale Memorial Day 2025 Parade..
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VETERANS HELPING VETERANS
John J. Morris Post 62 honors volunteers with appreciation event
Peoria, AZ
On May 25 John J. Morris Post 62 (Peoria, Ariz.) hosted its Family Volunteer Awards dinner and event. The commander..
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RALLY AROUND THE FLAG
John J. Morris Post 62 honors Memorial Day
Peoria, AZ
On May 26, John J. Morris Post 62 (Peoria, Ariz.) honored Memorial Day. The Riders started at the local cemetery..
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MEMORIAL DAY
Hammondsport American Legion Memorial Day services
Hammondsport, NY
The Hammondsport American Legion held its annual Memorial Day services on May 26, 2025, starting at the Veteran’s Honor Roll..
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MEMORIAL DAY
Honor the fallen: Fred Brock Post 828 hosts Memorial Day program
San Antonio, TX
SAN ANTONIO – (May 26, 2025) – In honor of those men and women who lost their lives serving this..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
The Wall of Honor
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AXkFZQofNUU
427 views
WHY I CHOSE THE ARMY
'The Army found me'
Silver Lake, OH
I graduated high school in 1969. I had little direction or guidance for post high school. My guidance counselor thought..
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BE THE ONE
Fredrick Phillips Post 121
Council Grove, KS
Together With Veterans has been in existence for a little over four years (April 1, 2021) with a common goal..
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HONORS & ACHIEVEMENTS
Fred Brock Post 828, Auxiliary honor JROTC cadets, sponsor 20 for Texas Boys &..
San Antonio, TX
SAN ANTONIO – (May 21, 2025) – The American Legion is a strong supporter of Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps..
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BOYS STATE
Department of Texas 20th District hosts Texas Boys State Orientation
San Antonio, TX
SANTONIO – (May 14, 2025) – The 20th District, Department of Texas, held orientation at Alamo Post 2 for more..
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BASEBALL
Post 218 Commander Mike Gomia played Legion Baseball
Middletown, OH
It was during the summers of 1963 to 1966, that Mike Gomia, commander of American Legion Post 218 in Middletown,..
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OTHER
World War II veteran turns 104
Massillon, OH
World War II veteran Denver Moore turned 104 as Massillon (Ohio) Post 221 stopped by to celebrate this wonderful birthday...
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