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Helotes ALR Post 309 attends 5th Annual SCTXALR BBQ Cook-Off
Helotes, TX
Riders from ALR Post 309 in Helotes, Texas, participated in the 5th Annual South-Central Texas American Legion Riders (SCTXALR) BBQ..
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SONS OF THE AMERICAN LEGION
Update on young SAL racer
Ruskin, FL
On April 7, 2026, Stanislav Shavaryn-Sharkey, the young SAL racer, was diagnosed by the USF Pediatrics Early Steps Department with..
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VOLUNTEERING
American Legion Family brings bingo and smiles to The Plaza Assisted Living at Waikiki
Honolulu, HI
HONOLULU, HI — On April 18, 2026, the spirit of community and contagious frivolity filled the halls of The Plaza..
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COMMUNITY MEMORIALS / MONUMENTS
Remembering Ernie Pyle, the soldier's voice
Honolulu, HI
On the 81st anniversary of his death, Mark and Irene DeVirgilio (TAL/ALA), CR Drumheller (TAL), Michele Hauser (TAL), Ron and..
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WHY I LOVE MY POST
Post Commander John Whitsell interviewed by KETK and FOX 51 (Tyler, Texas)
Winnsboro, TX
Post Commander John Whitsell was interviewed by KETK and FOX51 during our spring gun show. He highlighted that the funds..
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AMERICA 250
America 250/Dean Allen
I’ve been a musician for many years and was inspired to write this song. Tired of all the negative crap..
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HONORS & ACHIEVEMENTS
Helotes, Texas, veteran celebrates 60 years of continuous membership in American Legion
Helotes, TX
American Legion Post 309 in Helotes, Texas, proudly congratulates Dave Scepanski on achieving an extraordinary milestone: 60 years of continuous..
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AMERICA 250
The 250th 4th of July
Cresco, IA
American Legion Post 135 is having a huge 4th of July city wide event. We will have T-shirts for sale,..
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VETERANS HELPING VETERANS
The stories we carry: why talking about experience still matters for veterans
Tucson, AZ
For many veterans, some things are just understood. You don’t always need to explain where you’ve been or what you’ve..
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LEGION RIDERS
John J. Morris Post 62 Riders honor American Legion Valor Medal winner
Peoria, AZ
The John J. Morris Post 62 Riders honor one of their own. Tom Kent received an American Legion Valor Medal..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
The Echo of Silence
My book is loosely based on the story of my life, my challenges, and dealing with the demons that ride..
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HONORS & ACHIEVEMENTS
Converse Police officer recognized as Law Enforcement Officer of the Year by District 20,..
Somerset, TX
SOMERSET, Texas – (April 11, 2026) – Converse Police Sgt. Ricardo Lozano of Dilley, Texas, was announced as the Law..
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HONORS & ACHIEVEMENTS
Colorado native recognized as National Guard/Reservist of the Year for 20th District of Department..
Somerset, TX
SOMERSET, Texas – (April 11, 2026) – U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Benjamin Lund of Wiggins, Colo., a food inspection observer/trainer..
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AMERICAN LEGION CENTENNIAL
Post 309 (Helotes, Texas) celebrates 107th year of American Legion
Helotes, TX
It all started on March 15, 1919, in Paris, France. 107 years later, The American Legion is the largest veterans..
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VETERANS STRENGTHENING AMERICA
Courage is the mastery of fear
Ilwaco, WA
We don’t often find articles regarding the exploits of the men and women who put their lives on the line..
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OTHER
Department of Tennessee commander's remarks at district conventions
Kingsport, TN
I wanted to share my department-commander remarks for the 2026 district conventions in the Volunteer State of Tennessee. From Mountain..
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OTHER
Easter Bunny seen in Rutherford
Rutherford, NJ
No stranger to making friends, the Easter Bunny made an appearance to some wonderful children who were at Post 109..
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OTHER
London (Ky.) Post 16 holds Easter event
London, KY
The Mart Gentry American Legion Post 16 Auxiliary hosted an Easter event on March 28. The Easter Bunny showed up..
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AMERICA 250
Post 21 honors USA 250, Memorial Day
Westville, IN
American Legion member Mark Skalka of Post 21 (Westville, Ind.) has generously sponsored a local billboard advertisement to commemorate America..
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WOMEN VETERANS
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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