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My Journey to Texas Boys State
San Antonio, TX
SAN ANTONIO – (July 26, 2025) – My journey with Texas Boys State began with the 20th District Texas Boys..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
After the storm
In the wake of the severe flooding that struck Central Texas shortly after the July 4 celebrations, two cornerstone veterans'..
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OTHER
Guam liberator
Bristol, CT
On July 21, Joe Caminiti was contacted by a reporter from Guam and informed he was being remembered as a..
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OTHER
Iwo Jima survivor who witnessed the flag raised 80 years ago honored..
Bristol, CT
Members of the City of Bristol turned out to honor Joe Caminiti, an Iwo Jima survivor who in March returned..
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OTHER
Camp Pendleton receives second painting
Bristol, CT
Before departing for Iwoto, Japan, in March, very few on Camp Pendleton knew who he was. But thanks..
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OUR TRAVELS
Amarillo Riders visit Pike's Peak
Amarillo, TX
Amarillo American Legion Riders members recently traveled to Pike's Peak. The ride was a revisit of last year's attempt..
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RALLY AROUND THE FLAG
Respect, honor and tributes: a Flag Day to remember
Prescott, AZ
It was a Flag Day to remember for reasons I did not realize when venturing out to Mayer, Ariz., on..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
The Wounded Generation: Coming Home After World War II
In its duration, geographical reach and ferocity, World War II was unprecedented, and the effects on those who fought it..
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WHY I LOVE MY POST
John J. Morris Post 62 hosts paint classes for friends and family
Peoria, AZ
On July 22, John J. Morris Post 62 (Peoria, Ariz.) hosted a paint class for friends and family to have..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
One Horse, One Hero at a Time
By Amanda Held In the fields of Swanton, Ohio, something extraordinary happens every day. It doesn’t involve high-tech medicine or traditional..
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VOLUNTEERING
Army veteran/Legionnaire raises funds for local military food program
Milwaukie, OR
Milwaukie Post 180 of The American Legion is proud to highlight the service and dedication of one of its own,..
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SONS OF THE AMERICAN LEGION
The Kennedy Law Firm welcomes Squadron 289 member to legal team
Clarksville, TN
Clarksville, TN — The Kennedy Law Firm is excited to announce the addition of attorney Cody Schmidt, Esq., to our..
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VETERANS STRENGTHENING AMERICA
Department of Texas District 12 provides relief
Haltom City, TX
On July 16, District 12 Commander Chad Page and Post 655 Adjutant Amy King arrived at Post 208 in Kerrville,..
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VETERANS STRENGTHENING AMERICA
Post 208 has vital role in SAR operations, community recovery
Kerrville, TX
Post 208 (Kerrville, Texas) has been a vital resource for the disaster response to the catastrophic flooding on July 4,..
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HONORS & ACHIEVEMENTS
Monroe, La., native installed as Texas American Legion division vice commander
Austin, TX
AUSTIN, Texas – (July 18, 2025) – U.S. Marine Corps veteran Burrell D. Parmer, of Monroe, La., was installed as..
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HONORS & ACHIEVEMENTS
Corpus Christi resident installed as Texas American Legion vice commander
Austin, TX
AUSTIN, Texas – (July 20, 2025) – U.S. Army veteran Jose A. Lopez, a resident of Corpus Christi, Texas, was..
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BASEBALL
100th Anniversary celebration
Fairbanks , AK
Photos and video are from the 100th anniversary celebration at the opening ceremony at the Lions’ Midnight Sun Matchup. U.S...
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WHY I CHOSE THE ARMY
WWII Army nurse turns 100 on July 4
El Reno, OK
Larry Heald, commander of Post 34 (El Reno, Okla.) honors Irene Krittenbrink of Okarche, Okla., on her 100th birthday on..
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VETERANS STRENGTHENING AMERICA
Legionnaires donate $17K during Texas annual convention in support of Kerrville flood disaster
Austin, TX
AUSTIN, Texas – (July 16, 2025) – In the aftermath of the recent catastrophic flooding that swept through Kerrville, Texas,..
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LEGION RIDERS
In memory of ALR member Kent “Dogger” Winship
Anchorage, AK
Kent Steven "Dogger" Winship entered his heavenly home on June 27, 2025. Born May 30, 1961, to Myron W and..
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BOYS STATE
New York Boys State governor
Clarence, NY
Very nice write up on New York Boys State governor in the local BEE. Jim Bojanowski Erie County adjutant..
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BE THE ONE
Tribute to Gabriel A. Rodriguez
Buffalo, NY
On 6/27, WGRZ Channel 2 on National PTSD Awareness Day had a tribute to Gabriel A. Rodriguez. Click on the link..
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MY TIME IN UNIFORM
Being drafted was a great thing
Shoreham, NY
On Jan. 19, 1971, I was drafted into the U.S. Army at Fort Hamilton, N.Y. The next day I started..
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WHY I LOVE MY POST
A Great Day for NE Post 63o to lead a great parade
Blue Ash, OH
The City of Montgomery was celebrating the 50th anniversary of their 4th of July parade and the weather could not..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
Saying farewell - final days in hospice
The eyes say it all. The smile confirms it. There are no eloquent speeches. There are no drawn out stories. It's a..
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HONOR GUARD
WWII Robert T. McCollum Honor Guard - Bronze Rosette
San Jose, CA
I'd like to share a heartfelt thank-you to all our American Legion Family members who had the availability to honor..
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HONORS & ACHIEVEMENTS
Fort Mason Post 285 member named Texas Legionnaire of the Year
Austin, TX
AUSTIN, Texas – (July 12, 2025) – Legionnaire Thomas Koepke of Fort Mason American Legion Post 285 in Mason, Texas,..
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HONORS & ACHIEVEMENTS
Dallas youth recognized as Department of Texas' Eagle Scout of the Year
Austin, TX
AUSTIN, Texas – (July 12, 2025) – Oliver Burke of Dallas, the Department of Texas and American Legion National Eagle..
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VETERANS HELPING VETERANS
National Veterans Affairs & Rehabilitation director attends Department of Texas annual convention
Austin, TX
AUSTIN, Texas – (July 12, 2025) – National Veterans Affairs & Rehabilitation Director Cole Lyle, a member of Johnson-Wiggens American..
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HONORS & ACHIEVEMENTS
National commander attends Department of Texas convention, visits Kerrville
Austin, TX
AUSTIN, Texas – (July 12, 2025) – American Legion National Commander James A. LaCoursiere Jr. visited with Legionnaires during the..
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