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MEMORIES OF BASIC TRAINING
Sgt. Sarmiento
Does anyone remember Drill Sgt. Sarmiento? One tough drill sergeant of Korean descent? He targeted this Mexican-American recruit, but motivated..
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MY TIME IN UNIFORM
River patrol In Vietnam
Titusville, NJ
I served on swift boats in the Mekong Delta. In 2018 I published my story in a book titled "Through..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
Congresswoman congratulates first Gulf War-era district commander in Missouri's 10th District
Congresswoman Ann Wagner, who represents Missouri's 2nd Congressional District, has always been a huge supporter of our nation's veterans. Always..
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MEMORIES OF BASIC TRAINING
Older prior-service Navy recruit
Let me set the stage. I was living with my wife and three children in Charlotte, N.C. The year was..
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WOMEN VETERANS
Nana Aba- The Empowered African Queen Voicing the Truths of a Nation
Arlington, WA
Nana Aba Article for The African Magazine written by Nana Aba Life has challenged me numerous times, testing me with all manner..
1,876 views
IN YOUR OWN WORDS
"Stolen Heritage"
When an ancient prophecy threatens the customs of her land, Asha’s gender places her survival in danger and as a..
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RALLY AROUND THE FLAG
May the flag always wave ...
Saint Marys, OH
I have flown our flag with respect since my time served in Vietnam (1968-1970). My family will (hopefully) after I'm..
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RALLY AROUND THE FLAG
Our flag
Sachse, TX
As a Vietnam veteran who fought for our flag, it means everything a proud American can ask for. It represents..
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RALLY AROUND THE FLAG
World War I veteran's burial flag refolded by BSA and American Legion Post 17..
Lovingston, VA
Pvt. B. Ray Rarick, Battery A, 108th Field Artillery, 28th Infantry Division, was a veteran of World War I. He..
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HONOR GUARD
Ray A. Master Post 217 Honor Guard
Topton, PA
Our Ray A. Master Post 217 in Topton, Pa., has had an honor guard since the late 1940s. Our honor guard..
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MEMORIES OF BASIC TRAINING
Worst memory turns into best memory of basic training
Fort Jackson, summer of '74, The first day learning about and breaking down the M16A1 rifle. I had no..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
American Legion Post 174 1st Annual Car Show
Our first car show was July 10, and was a tremendous success. Fifty cars showed up, and many people wanting..
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100 MILES
We did it!
Hayfield, MN
My husband and I started May 1, and finished our 100 Miles for Hope on July 4, 2021. Betty &..
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OTHER
American Legion Post 209, Southside Meat Market have successful fundraiser
Forestville, CT
BRISTOL – American Legion Post 209’s “Fourth of July Barbecue Bash” with Southside Meat Market has proven to be the..
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OTHER
American Legion Post 209 holds youth fishing derby
Forestville, CT
BRISTOL – American Legion Post 209 has announced the winners of its annual Fishing Derby, held on May 16, 2021,..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
"The Addiction Manifesto"
It’s not a ordinary book, but chances are you have probably never heard of it. You won’t be seeing it..
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WOMEN VETERANS
1st Woman Veteran installed into 1St District of Georgia
Midway, GA
Casey Nash, 38, will lead the way in her district as being the 1ST Woman to be installed as 1ST..
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OTHER
Post 630 leads Montgomery 4th of July Parade
Blue Ash, OH
It didn’t start on time due to unexpected circumstances, but when it finally did it was a grand event. The..
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OTHER
American Legion Post 178 helps celebrate Independence Day
Frisco, TX
The Post 178 color guard had the honor of presenting the nation’s colors during opening ceremonies of the "Party in..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
Overhead Espionage: A Historical Snapshot of US Aerial Reconnaissance
“Overhead Espionage,” a descriptive term coined in the early years of U.S. aerial surveillance, started in the U.S. as a..
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MEMORIES OF BASIC TRAINING
Army basic training, Fort Dix, summer 1966
I remember certain events like they were yesterday. For instance, hearing the song "Cherry Cherry" blasting over the PA system..
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BASEBALL
Post 5 alum now head baseball coach at Lancaster High
Lancaster, SC
Playing for Marion Post 5 was one of the greatest experiences of my youth. Yes, I learned a lot and..
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FAMILY LEGACY
The American Legion was my second family
Shepherdsville, KY
American Legion Post 300 members and the 10th District in St. Louis were my second family My father and mother,..
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RALLY AROUND THE FLAG
Flag retirement program
Redondo Beach, CA
We had an old worn-out American flag after buying a new one and didn’t know how to properly dispose of..
1,207 views
IN YOUR OWN WORDS
Presenting colors at the KC Royals game
My name is Jim Bergner and I am a member of the Olathe Post 153. I have been a..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
Vellakari
Scaith Donegal is a sassy, uncensored Scottish-American soldier on deployment in Iraq. After narrowly escaping a terrorist attack, she takes..
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HONORS & ACHIEVEMENTS
Being everyday heroes with the Red Cross
Forestville, CT
Hi. My name is Brian Avery and I am the commander of American Legion Post 209 in Forestville, Conn. I am..
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OTHER
Need a military band?
Mesa, AZ
U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Band East Coast The Commodore's Own/Long Island 22-07 In 2007 I started a U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary..
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COMMUNITY MEMORIALS / MONUMENTS
Post Everlasting book
Stillwater, OK
Being historian for Post 129 in Stillwater, Okla., I create each year a Post 129 Yearbook and publish it for..
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POST MUSEUMS AND MEMORIALS
Design of a trifold traveling display for your post
Stillwater, OK
The goal was to create a traveling display that is easy to create, can be used again and again, and..
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