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WWII STORY
Honor flight from Wilmington, N.C., to Washington D.C. and back
Leland, NC
World War II ended 79 years ago. There are very few left of the millions of Americans who served during..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
Unspoken Words: The Thoughts of a Soldier
For soldiers, veterans, counselors and more comes a uniquely personal and relatable military poetry collection that addresses the complex lives..
1,326 views
MY TIME IN UNIFORM
Catapulting from the Navy to the state of Wisconsin
Madison, WI
The newest member of our Severson-Cairns American Legion Post 501 Family is Terry Ruehlow, a Navy veteran who served in..
784 views
OTHER
British schoolboy finds KIA Vietnam soldier’s helmet in charity shop
Fond du Lac, WI
Eighteen-year-old Hugo Booth got more than he expected when he bought a combat helmet from a charity shop auction on..
1,457 views
MEMORIAL DAY
Francis Scott Key Post 11 prepares for Memorial Day
Frederick, MD
On Saturday, May 18, 2024, the Francis Scott Key American Legion Post 11 will oversee the planting of nearly 4,700..
1,130 views
SONS OF THE AMERICAN LEGION
John J. Morris Post 62 SAL replaces tattered flags in community
Peoria, AZ
The John J. Morris Post 62 in Peoria, Ariz., Sons of the American Legion (SAL) come together to replace tattered..
879 views
VOLUNTEERING
Post 21 Warriors bring enthusiasm to 5K water stop
The Colony, TX
The empowered Warriors of Holley-Riddle Post 21 in The Colony, Texas, brought their spirit and enthusiasm to the forefront on..
790 views
MEMORIAL DAY
Memorial Day
Evanston , IL
Memorial Day by Michael L. Wojciechowski Memorial Day was originally known as Decoration Day. It started being celebrated after the Civil War..
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POPPY DAY
Poppy Day and Flanders Fields
Evanston , IL
Poppy Day and Flanders Field by Michael L. Wojciechowski In 1915, during World War I, there was an exceptionally horrific battle known..
912 views
OTHER
"Hanover Salutes" in Virginia
Ashland, VA
On Friday, May 10, the Hanover County, Va., school system, with the cooperation and support of The American Legion posts..
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WWII STORY
John J. Morris Post 62 Riders join World War II Army/Air Corps veteran to..
Peoria, AZ
On Saturday afternoon, May 11, 2024, several John J. Morris Post 62 Riders and supporters traveled to a nearby assisted..
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VETERANS STRENGTHENING AMERICA
John J. Morris Post 62 partners with Centennial High to feed families in need
Peoria, AZ
On May 11, 2024, John J. Morris Post 62 in Peoria, Ariz., partnered with the Peoria Centennial High School football..
953 views
OTHER
Teacher Appreciation Week
Massillon, OH
For Teacher Appreciation Week, Post 221 visited local high schools to let teachers know how much the Legion and also..
825 views
WWII STORY
John J. Morris Post 62 celebrates life of Robert "Jim" Fierek
Peoria, AZ
On May 9, 2024, the John J. Morris Post 62 in Peoria, Ariz., celebrated the life of World War II..
798 views
ORATORICAL CONTEST
AL Post 911 contestant places second at department Oratorical Contest
Hoover, AL
By Patricia A Douglas Post 911 Public Affairs Coordinator The Oratorical Contest student sponsored by Ryan Winslow Post 911 walked away with..
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WWII STORY
Oldest Alabama Post 911 member dies
Hoover, AL
By Patricia A. Douglas Post 911 Public Affairs Coordinator Ryan Winslow Post 911 announces a member transfer to Post Everlasting. George Hamilton..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
2nd Annual Veterans Appreciation Day
The COVID-19 pandemic has presented significant challenges for veterans, including exacerbating mental health and substance abuse issues. Because of the..
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SONS OF THE AMERICAN LEGION
Sons of the American Legion Detachment of Indiana Squadron 451 Vietnam Veterans Day ceremony
Michigan City, IN
For the second year, Sons of the American Legion (SAL) Squadron 451 from the Detachment of Indiana has hosted its..
1,134 views
IN YOUR OWN WORDS
A soldier's wife
A soldier’s wife I ain’t no Robert Springer. Don’t even want to be. His poetry was memorable Just like he was to me. Been asked..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
Recognizing Rory Cooper on Armed Forces Day
In honor of Armed Forces Day on May 18, the National Inventors Hall of Fame is proud to celebrate inductee..
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VETERANS HELPING VETERANS
A village of veteran organizations come together
Sugar Hill , GA
During this past winter, a veteran who had been living in their car for years contacted a Legion post for..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
Veteran to compete in a pageant
Ms. Beverly McLaughlin from Post 289 in Clarksville, Tenn., grew up in New Whiteland, Ind., and will compete in America's..
1,071 views
WHY I LOVE MY POST
One happy family
Sugar Hill , GA
In 2019, American Legion Post 127 in Sugar Hill, Ga., relocated to a new facility. The facility has a great..
1,137 views
COMMUNITY MEMORIALS / MONUMENTS
Legion post adopts a cemetery
Sugar Hill, GA
In 2022, American Legion Post 127 in Georgia has a member whose son suddenly died on active duty. They were..
1,137 views
BE THE ONE
Walking Off the War - Helping Heroes Heal
Cibolo, TX
Unresolved PTSD and moral injury are two of the leading factors contributing to veteran suicide. Even with all the good..
1,090 views
AMERICAN LEGION CENTENNIAL
100 years of good works and another 100 years begins!
Hortonville, WI
Hammond-Schmit American Legion Post 55 is celebrating their 100th anniversary in 2024. This is a huge milestone! The post has..
1,187 views
VOLUNTEERING
Catherine Kennedy Home Foundation awards grant to the John E. Jacobs American Legion Post..
Leland, NC
The Board of Directors of the Catherine Kennedy Home Foundation commends the John E. Jacobs American Legion Post 68 for..
863 views
SONS OF THE AMERICAN LEGION
John J. Morris Post 62 Sons of the American Legion host campout in Cottonwood,..
Peoria, AZ
In late April, the John J. Morris Post 62 in Peoria, Ariz., hosted their campout in Cottonwood, Ariz., at Dead..
1,139 views
HONORS & ACHIEVEMENTS
West Hills Post 924 participates in High School Awards program
Coraopolis, PA
On May 1, 2024, American Legion West Hills Post 924 Vice Commander Frank Lubawy and Judge Advocate Eric Bryant presented..
713 views
VOLUNTEERING
Legionnaires recognized during the USAG Humphreys ACS 2024 Volunteer of the Year Reception
Camp Humphreys, South Korea
Legionnaires Daniel Melton and Charles Woods (former commander) of Paul E. Finn Memorial American Legion Post 37, South Korea, were..
866 views
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