Iwo Jima survivor honored
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Iwo Jima survivor honored

Bristol, , CT
On Feb. 19, 2023, Seicheprey American Legion Post 2 of Connecticut hosted a “Iwo Jima/World War II Veteran Reunion”..
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State of the Navy National Defense Cadet Corps shared at Post 178 membership meeting
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State of the Navy National Defense Cadet Corps shared at Post 178 membership meeting

Frisco, TX
Maj. Gary Billings, USMC (retired), senior naval science instructor, along with four cadets from the Lebanon Trail Navy National Defense..
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Daniel Schilling celebrates 50 years of continuous memebership
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Daniel Schilling celebrates 50 years of continuous memebership

Baker County, Macclenny, FL
Daniel Schilling of Macclenny, Fla., recently completed 50 years of continuous membership. During the February 2023 membership meeting, Terry Caton,..
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Call for contributors: submit your piece to a book written by, for and with..

Southfield, MI
We are calling for contributors to “In Their Words,” a powerful and urgently needed book on the topic of mental..
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African Americans in USCG

Shreveport, LA
See a small portion of my CG history as a Black Coast Guardsman, a First in CG history. Subject matter..
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Four Chaplains remembrance ceremony
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Four Chaplains remembrance ceremony

Camp Humphreys, South Korea
On Feb. 3, 2023, Paul E. Finn Memorial Post 37 and Lewis L. Millett Post 38 conducted a joint Four..
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Post 38 honors Distinguished Honor Graduate at basic leader course at NCO Academy, South Korea
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Post 38 honors Distinguished Honor Graduate at basic leader course at NCO Academy, South..

Camp Humphreys, South Korea
William L. Scafe, first vice commander of American Legion Post 38, on Feb. 1, 2023 attended the graduation of the..
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As a veteran of 9/11

Sayreville, NJ
I served onboard USS O'Brien. After the World Trade Center was attacked by terrorists, we were the first ship to..
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In the perimeter bunker

Camano Island, WA
When I was in Vietnam, a member of the 7th Air Calvary HHD, I'd get demerits for various issues that..
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Post 21 first vice commander raises awareness at dance competition
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Post 21 first vice commander raises awareness at dance competition

The Colony, TX
Most people say public speaking is the scariest thing they can think of. Imagine ballroom dancing in front of a..
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Legionnaire donates blood 300 times
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Legionnaire donates blood 300 times

Milwaukie , OR
Milwaukie Post 180 Legionnaire Ken Dale has reached a significant milestone in supporting the American Red Cross Blood Donation Program...
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County executive exclaims "Welcome Home"
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County executive exclaims "Welcome Home"

Mayville, NY
Mayville, N.Y.: In a complete reversal of climate and 50 years in the future, Vietnam and other veterans of Chautauqua..
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Schulenburg (Texas) American Legion Post 143 completes move of Civil War veteran’s headstone
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Schulenburg (Texas) American Legion Post 143 completes move of Civil War veteran’s headstone

Schulenburg, TX
Milton Frazer entered the hostilities of the Civil War on July 30, 1861. He enlisted as a captain with Company..
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Run/walk to bring awareness to violence, raise money for youth charities
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Run/walk to bring awareness to violence, raise money for youth charities

Birmingham, AL
By Patricia A. Douglas Post 911 Public Affairs Coordinator The American Legion Family of District 21 in Alabama will host a Stop..
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Malta Bend School, Malta Bend Memorial Post 558 host 19th blood drive with Community Blood Center of Kansas City
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Malta Bend School, Malta Bend Memorial Post 558 host 19th blood drive with Community..

Malta Bend, MO
Community Blood Center of Kansas City, Malta Bend School and Malta Bend Memorial Post 558 held their first blood drive..
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Mohawk Post 1450 holiday donations

Halfmoon, NY
HALFMOON, NY: American Legion Mohawk Post 1450 Commander John Lepine is proud to announce that the post has again..
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Oldest member in Allen "Pop" Reeves American Legion Post 123 turns 100
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Oldest member in Allen "Pop" Reeves American Legion Post 123 turns 100

Angeles City, Philippines
On the afternoon of Jan. 13, 2023, Charles A. Conners, commander of Allen "Pop" Reeves American Legion Post 123, and..
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No Barriers Warriors seeks veterans with disabilities for 2023 backcountry expeditions
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No Barriers Warriors seeks veterans with disabilities for 2023 backcountry expeditions

Fort Collins, CO
On Feb. 1, 2023, No Barriers Warriors will launch their 2023 program season. No Barriers Warriors programs help veterans with..
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American Legion members helping other Legion members with free layover, camping in U.S.
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American Legion members helping other Legion members with free layover, camping in U.S.

Louisville, KY
This is a national network of American Legion members all across the country offering a free place for other American..
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Georgia Post 143 hosts first Red Cross blood drive
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Georgia Post 143 hosts first Red Cross blood drive

Carrollton, GA
American Legion Post 143 hosted its first annual Community American Red Cross Blood Drive on Dec. 29, 2022. Post 143..
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Christmas dinner at Naples (Maine) Post 155

Naples, ME
I would like to extend the gratitude of the many utility workers helping out in Maine after two major back-to-back..
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The Last Vietnam Veteran (Amazon.com)

Ennis, MT
"The Last Vietnam Veteran" is a fictitious story based on many true stories and happenings during the Vietnam War. I..
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LITTLE BY SLOWLY, From Trauma to Recovery
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LITTLE BY SLOWLY, From Trauma to Recovery

Melbourne, FL
John P. Maloney, MSW finished his book during the quarantine in hopes to reach that one person who will benefit..
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Christmas activities abound for members of Post 911
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Christmas activities abound for members of Post 911

Hoover, AL
By Patricia A. Douglas Post 911 Public Relations Coordinator The 2022 holiday season was a busy one..
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Post 21 teaches tradition to our youth
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Post 21 teaches tradition to our youth

The Colony, TX
Post 21 in The Colony, Texas, volunteered at Dallas Fort Worth National Cemetery for the annual Wreaths Across America Day..
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Community and Malta Bend Post 558 steps up and again helps Toys for Toys
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Community and Malta Bend Post 558 steps up and again helps Toys for Toys

Malta Bend, MO
Thanks to Malta Bend Memorial Post 558’s bingo players and others, the Marine Corps Reserve's annual Toys for Tots program..
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Christmas party with the "Children for a Better Life Program" in Pandan Barangay, Angeles City. Philippines
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Christmas party with the "Children for a Better Life Program" in Pandan Barangay, Angeles..

Angeles City, Philippines
Charles A. Conners, commander of Allen “Pop” Reeves American Legion Post 123, attended and participated in the celebration of the..
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Legion Softball team of Post OK28, Okinawa, Japan, purchase Christmas gifts for children at Amerasian School
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Legion Softball team of Post OK28, Okinawa, Japan, purchase Christmas gifts for children at..

Okinawa, Japan
The members of the American Legion Softball team of Post OK28, Okinawa, Japan purchased Christmas gifts for the children at..
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Community honors veterans with wreaths
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Community honors veterans with wreaths

Navasota, TX
The community of Navasota, Texas, honored departed veterans at the Oakland Cemetery during the annual Wreaths Across America event.
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National commander makes visit to American Legion Post OK28 at Okinawa, Japan
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National commander makes visit to American Legion Post OK28 at Okinawa, Japan

Okinawa, Japan
American Legion National Commander Vincent J. “Jim” Troiola made a visit to American Legion Post OK28 at Okinawa, Japan, on..
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