Distinguished Legionnaire Joan De Munbrun Promoted to Post Everlasting
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Distinguished Legionnaire Joan De Munbrun Promoted to Post Everlasting

Chula Vista, CA
Joan De Munbrun, a Legionnaire with the Charles W. Turner Post 867 at the Chula Vista Veterans Home in California’s..
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Ms. NJ Veteran Delisa Sliker
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Ms. NJ Veteran Delisa Sliker

Fort Dix, NJ
McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst resident Delisa Sliker was recognized as Ms. New Jersey Veteran at the conclusion of a series of four New..
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American Legion event names Mr. NJ Veteran
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American Legion event names Mr. NJ Veteran

Atlantic City, NJ
Williamstown resident Jason Montgomery was recognized as “Mr. New Jersey Veteran” at the conclusion of a series of four New..
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Mercer County, N.J., Legion vice commander receives DoD office honor
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Mercer County, N.J., Legion vice commander receives DoD office honor

Hamilton, NJ
McGuire-Ft. Dix-Lakehurst: Mercer County Sheriff Jack Kemler joined the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR), an office of..
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Legion post rededicated to fallen soldier

Deland, FL
Adam Quinn was born on June 6, 1985, and was a Junior Reserve Officer Training Candidate while attending Deland High..
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Post 385 presents Americanism Medal
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Post 385 presents Americanism Medal

Pembroke Pines, FL
Post Commander James Tewes presented the Americanism Medal to a cadet from the Pembroke Pines-Miramar Civil Air Patrol Squadron at..
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97-year-old honored at veterans ceremony in New Jersey
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97-year-old honored at veterans ceremony in New Jersey

Hoboken, NJ
Having spent most of his tender years from the age of 6 through 18 at St. Joseph's and St. Michael's..
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Post 45 recognizes Eagle Scout
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Post 45 recognizes Eagle Scout

Corning, CA
On Aug. 17, 2014, Boy Scouts of America Troop 417 of Red Bluff, Calif., held a Court of Honor for..
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Missouri post honors three 70-year members
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Missouri post honors three 70-year members

Warrensburg, MO
(Photo by Staff Sgt. Nicholas Wilson, 509th Bomb Wing Public Affairs, Whiteman Air Force Base, Missouri) Matthews-Crawford Post 131 in Warrensburg,..
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Moina Michael, poppy creator, honored by Georgia Women of Achievement

Gainesville, GA
Moina Michael, the Poppy Lady, devoted her life to those in the service and to veterans. It is appropriate that..
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Remembering the Alcatraz 11 and Vietnam's POW/MIA movement
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Remembering the Alcatraz 11 and Vietnam's POW/MIA movement

Virginia Beach, VA
Above: Dr. Bob Shumaker reuniting with his family after more than eight years in captivity. National POW/MIA Recognition Day is Sept...
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World War II vet receives medals earned in combat on 90th birthday
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World War II vet receives medals earned in combat on 90th birthday

Salineville, OH
More than 70 years after enlisting, World War II veteran George Talbott told his nephew Ray Talbott, also a veteran,..
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Honor Flight welcomed home
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Honor Flight welcomed home

Denver, IA
It was the end of a long and tiring day for 96 veterans and their escorts, but every one of..
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100-year-old World War II veteran honored
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100-year-old World War II veteran honored

Voorhees, NJ
At a “Spirit of '45” celebration to recognize the military service of nine New Jersey World War II veterans and..
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96-year-old receives American Legion 70-Year-Star
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96-year-old receives American Legion 70-Year-Star

Parma, OH
World War II veteran Mike Zaderecky receives his American Legion 70 continuous year star at a special presentation during the..
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Chaplain Charlie Haig receives "Legion of Honor" award
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Chaplain Charlie Haig receives "Legion of Honor" award

Brookesville, FL
On Tuesday, Aug. 12, the Hernando County Board of County Commissioners (Brooksville, Fla.) approved a resolution commending Chaplain Charles Haig,..
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Celebrating 70 years of Legion membership
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Celebrating 70 years of Legion membership

Ottawa, OH
The Ottawa (Ohio) American Legion Post 63 recently celebrated the continuous membership of Andy Macke and Sidney Goodkin, who have..
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Post 347 - Lady Lake, Fla.
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Post 347 - Lady Lake, Fla.

Lady Lake, FL
Post 347 - the largest post in the world - was honored on July 6, 2014. National Commander Dan Dellinger..
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Winona ALR Present donation to Freedom Honor Flight
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Winona ALR Present donation to Freedom Honor Flight

Winona, MN
The Winona American Legion Riders of Post 9 had a motorcycle show to raise funds for the Freedom Honor Flights...
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Post 385 members receive Governor's Veterans Service Medal
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Post 385 members receive Governor's Veterans Service Medal

Pembroke Pines, FL
Gov. Rick Scott and First Lady Ann Scott awarded Commander Tewes, VC Fraser, Chaplain Nagle, PAO Santos, and post members..
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Squadron member to represent USA in Russia
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Squadron member to represent USA in Russia

Midway City, CA
As commander of a SAL squadron affiliated with Post 555 in Midway City, Calif., I have met..
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Cadet in Germany receives American Legion medal
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Cadet in Germany receives American Legion medal

Vonore, TN
Air Force Col. Don Edmands Jr. (ret.), a member of American Legion Post 256 in Tellico Lake, recently traveled to..
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American Legion medals presented in Germany
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American Legion medals presented in Germany

Vonore, TN
Air Force retired Colonel Don Edmands, Jr., a member of American Legion Post 256, Tellico Lake, recently traveled to Germany..
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Eight Maryland posts house scrapbooks filled with WWII hometown heroes
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Eight Maryland posts house scrapbooks filled with WWII hometown heroes

Hagerstown, MD
Photo from Western Maryland's Historical Library, with permission from David Verdier Hagerstown, Md., resident David Verdier began documenting the stories of..
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Wash. post hosts Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day
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Wash. post hosts Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day

Port Angeles, WA
On March 25, 2014, Michael Chapman, Clallam County commissioner, presented the Clallam County's "Welcome Home, Vietnam Veterans Day" Proclamation to..
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Legionnaire receives honor from France
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Legionnaire receives honor from France

Auburn, IL
The honor is as follows: It is my pleasure as Consul General of France in Chicago to inform you, on the..
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Legionnaire receives “Welcome Home Vietnam Veteran” proclamation
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Legionnaire receives “Welcome Home Vietnam Veteran” proclamation

Port Angeles, WA
On March 25, 2014, Michael Chapman, Clallam County commissioner, presented the Clallam County's "Welcome Home, Vietnam Veterans Day" proclamation to..
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Legion post helps Korean War vet finally receives honor for valor posthumously
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Legion post helps Korean War vet finally receives honor for valor posthumously

Green Valley, AZ
Photo courtesy of Regina Ford | Green Valley News | Standing: Tony Day Seated: Wong Suey Lee and Al Fisch What..
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Day of Remembrance Olympia, Washington
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Day of Remembrance Olympia, Washington

Lacey, WA
By Bob Nakamura, American Legion member, Cathay Post 186, District 1, State of Washington. On Feb. 19, 2014, the Washington State..
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Thayer Central presents donation for Operation Airlift
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Thayer Central presents donation for Operation Airlift

Hebron, NE
Thayer Central Junior/Senior High students from Hebron, Neb., are making a difference in the lives of Nebraska veterans. They raised..
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