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Post 109 of Rutherford helps HS senior raise awareness..
Rutherford , NJ
When the Post 109 commander was approached by a local high schooler named Haley who had an idea to raise..
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VETERANS HELPING VETERANS
A day of giving and receiving: no veteran alone on Christmas
Crossville, TN
The spirit of Christmas was alive and well at American Legion Post 163 in Crossville, Tenn., Christmas Day, when 82..
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Veteran Visit Program
Sioux Falls, SD
Post 15 in Sioux Falls, S.D., has an active program of veteran visits at the retirement and nursing home communities..
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What the Great Seal still teaches us about service and purpose
Culver City, CA
On July 4, 1776, just hours after signing the Declaration of Independence, Congress took another bold step. It appointed a..
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VETERANS STRENGTHENING AMERICA
Never too old for holiday cheer: “Hogar de Anciano (Elderly) Maria Isabel Inc.”
Rincon, Puerto Rico
On Friday, Jan. 9, 2026, Felix Fussa American Legion Post 67 Rincon Inc. spent the afternoon at the “Hogar de..
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COMMUNITY MEMORIALS / MONUMENTS
Veteran memorial benches
Derry, NH
The Derry/Londonderry Rail Trail Veteran Memorial Bench Project was established by 60-year American Legion member and Marine Corps veteran Bill..
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HONORS & ACHIEVEMENTS
John J. Morris Post 62 presents Americanism Award to Sunrise Mountain High School
Peoria, AZ
On Jan. 8, John J. Morris Post 62 (Peoria, Ariz.) presented their Americanism Award to Sunrise Mountain High School. The..
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BE THE ONE
ForageHippie supports Be the One through music
Westfield, IN
ForageHippie released his album “Burden On Society” on Dec. 15, 2025, on all streaming platforms. Highlights from the album include..
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BE THE ONE
Be the One: A Legion commander’s commitment to saving veteran lives
Manteca, CA
For Karleen Kurys, service did not end with the uniform - or with retirement. A U.S. military veteran, retired educator and..
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"A Long, Long Watch" series by Capt. G. David Gitkov, CDR/USMS (deceased)
Jacksonville, OR
My father belonged to The American Legion in Juneau, Alaska. His dedication to the USA was profound. He wrote a..
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LEGION RIDERS
John J. Morris Post 62 Riders host annual memorial ride
Peoria, AZ
On Jan. 4, the John J. Morris Post 62 (Peoria, Ariz.) Riders hosted their annual memorial ride. Delayed due to..
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RALLY AROUND THE FLAG
John J. Morris Post 62 honors Navy veteran David Neuenschwander as Veteran of the..
Peoria, AZ
On Jan. 1, John J. Morris Post 62 (Peoria, Ariz.) honored Navy veteran David Neuenschwander as Veteran of the Month...
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VETERANS HELPING VETERANS
John J. Morris Post 62 welcomes new year with celebration
Peoria, AZ
On Dec. 31, John J. Morris Post 62 (Peoria, Ariz.) held a celebration for New Year's Eve. Everyone worked hard..
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BE THE ONE
Post 34 (Charlestown, R.I.) Be the One campaign
Charlestown, RI
Downey/Waver once again declares their unity to Be the One. We've all come a long way in our campaign! Many of us..
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Legion Riders of Post 28 (Okinawa, Japan) raise money for Help Oki
Okinawa, Japan
The American Legion Riders of Post 28 in Okinawa, Japan, raised 117, 800 yen and $969 to Help Oki, a..
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Santa Claus brings joy, Christmas spirit to Camp Humphreys community
Camp Humphreys, Korea
Charles Woods, Legionnaire and former commander of Paul E. Finn Memorial Post 37 in South Korea, was Santa Claus during..
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Army Officer Candidate School Database: preserving the legacy of commissioned leaders
The Villages, FL
Many American Legion members earned their commissions through Army Officer Candidate School (OCS) and went on to lead soldiers during..
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COMMUNITY MEMORIALS / MONUMENTS
Candlelight vigil shines light on homeless veterans on winter solstice
Canton, GA
Dec. 21 marks the winter solstice, the longest night of the year. The longest night that the over 40,000 homeless..
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VOLUNTEERING
Fred Brock Post 828 sponsors holiday gift giveaway on San Antonio’s East Side
San Antonio, TX
SAN ANTONIO – (Dec. 22, 2025) – To assist in placing smiles on the faces of children, Fred Brock American..
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POST TREASURES
Elementary students paint mural for local post
Goose Creek, SC
Howe Hall Elementary School students spent nearly eight months creating a mural that now is affixed to American Legion Post..
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BE THE ONE
Post Falls, Idaho, Post 143 Be the One launch party/Army-Navy Game watch party
Post Falls, ID
Post 143 officially launched their Be the One program on Dec. 13, 2025, during the Army/Navy Game. Over 20o people attended..
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Wreaths Across America Radio and event
Bristol, CT
Members of Post 2 assisted the Katherine Gaylord Chapter of the Daughters of the American revolution with this year's..
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Post donates to local organizations
Bristol, CT
The week before Christmas, officers of American Legion Post 2 in Bristol, Conn., were out and about delivering donations to..
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COMMUNITY MEMORIALS / MONUMENTS
First memorials in Jacksonville Beach to honor fallen servicemembers in Vietnam, Korea, undeclared wars..
Jacksonville Beach, FL
Thanks to the efforts of American Legion Post 129’s Sons of The American Legion (SAL), the first memorials were unveiled..
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WHY I LOVE MY POST
John J. Morris Post 62 hosts Polar Express with children
Peoria, AZ
On Dec. 20, John J. Morris Post 62 (Peoria, Ariz.) hosted the Polar Express event for children. The Auxiliary worked..
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COMMUNITY MEMORIALS / MONUMENTS
Forest Hill Cemetery Veteran Graves Project
Derry, NH
In March 2024, members of Lester W. Chase American Legion Post 9 in Derry, N.H., initiated an ambitious project to..
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VETERANS HELPING VETERANS
Veterans help Afghanistan veteran translator build Habitat home for him and his family
Canton, GA
Several veterans from various community veterans groups came out during the past couple of months to help build a Habitat..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
Disabled veteran races toward Indy
Jonathon Tepes Sharkey, known in racing circles as Rocky Flash, was born in Elizabeth, N.J. After finishing high school..
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Battlefield Cross dedication
Norwood, NJ
A Battlefield Cross is a symbolic memorial created on the battlefield at the base camp to honor a fallen solider...
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
American Legion Post 23 supports local veterans this holiday season
Keyport, NJ — Members of American Legion Post 23 in Keyport continued their tradition of service by supporting local veterans..
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Army-Navy watch party brings over $2,000 for Toys for Tots
Frederick, MD
Francis Scott Key Post 11 in Frederick, Md., held our annual Army-Navy Game Watch Party. At halftime, we solicit donations for..
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