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John J. Morris Post 62 celebrates life of Past..
Peoria, AZ
On April 9, John J. Morris Post 62 (Peoria, Ariz.) held a celebration of life for a past commander, Marge..
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VOLUNTEERING
Post 21 Family members step up when community needs help
The Colony, TX
When the North Texas Community Food Pantry found itself critically short-staffed just days before its major fundraising event, it knew..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
A veteran's reflection for Memorial Day
This poem was written earlier this year by my father-in-law, Otis Veteto, who is 88. He enlisted in the U.S...
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OTHER
Veteran-owned recipe blog
Bloomington, IL
My name is Jim Ostrenga. I enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1973 and retired in 2014. I began my..
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OUR TRAVELS
Carolina Museum of the Marine opening June 8
Jacksonville, NC
The new Carolina Museum of the Marine in Jacksonville, N.C., will open on June 8, 2026. The 25,000-square-foot museum offers..
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MEMORIAL DAY
Steven H. Nipp Post 143, Post Falls, Idaho
Post Falls, ID
Post 143 will once again honor our fallen military and first responders on May 25, 2026, with a ceremony at..
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HONORS & ACHIEVEMENTS
John J. Morris Post 62 honors Father Sarducci's Pizza with Patriotism Award
Peoria, AZ
On May 5, John J. Morris Post 62 (Peoria, Ariz.) honored Father Sarducci's Pizza with their Patriotism Award. The award..
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HONORS & ACHIEVEMENTS
John J. Morris Post 62 honors Applebee's with Americanism Award
Peoria, AZ
On May 4, John J. Morris Post 62 (Peoria, Ariz.) honored Applebee's with their Americanism Award. The award is presented..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
Mirage in the Sand: Reflections of a Grunt in the Early Days of GWOT
War. People love the clean version of war. Simple motivations, clear victories and neat endings, but that version is a..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
My experience through the Veterans Treatment Court
To say this journey has been a long and arduous one would be a profound understatement. I’ll be honest: at..
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OTHER
Military caregiver/Post 115 Legionnaire publishes memoir
Apex, NC
I am writing to share my newly published memoir "Ash Woven," a story rooted in military service, family legacy, traumatic..
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RALLY AROUND THE FLAG
Davey Tree donates time, truck and talent to repaint flagpole at Post 15
Poland, OH
Late in the afternoon on April 23, 2026, Davey Tree donated their time, bucket-truck and talent to repaint the rusted..
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HONORS & ACHIEVEMENTS
John J. Morris Post 62 honors Luis Marquez as Star of Desert Sky
Peoria, AZ
On May 1, John J. Morris Post 62 (Peoria, Ariz.) honored Luis Marquez with a Stars of the Desert Sky..
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RALLY AROUND THE FLAG
John J. Morris Post 62 honors Marine Corps veteran Arthur Leonard as Veteran of..
Peoria, AZ
On May 1, John J. Morris Post 62 (Peoria, Ariz.) honored Marine Corps veteran Arthur "Art" Leonard as the May..
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HONORS & ACHIEVEMENTS
John J. Morris Post 62 honors JROTC student
Peoria, AZ
On April 27, John J. Morris Post 62 (Peoria, Ariz.) attended Peoria High School for the JROTC awards dinner. Commander..
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VETERANS STRENGTHENING AMERICA
Rio Grande Valley Legionnaire joins McAllen VA Outpatient Clinic’s VAVS Committee
Harlingen, TX
HARLINGEN, Texas – (April 30, 2026) – On March 1, Lucio Gaitan was certified to serve on the McAllen VA..
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OTHER
National Commander Dan K. Wiley visitation/testimonial dinner, April 17
Queens Village, NY
On Friday, April 17, 2026, the American Legion 1st, 2nd, 9th, and 10th districts of the Department of New York..
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VOLUNTEERING
America250: why volunteerism Is the real story of American greatness
Haltom City, TX
America’s 250th birthday is more than a celebration of the past. It is a test of who we are now..
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OTHER
Historic D-Day memorial reveal June 6 in Grafton, Ill.
Grafton , IL
On June 6, a powerful vision years in the making will become reality as the National Memorial of Military Ascent..
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VETERANS HELPING VETERANS
American Legion Family brings bingo and smiles to veterans at Spark M. Matsunaga VA..
Honolulu, HI
HONOLULU, HI — April 25, 2026 — In celebration of American Legion Family Day on Saturday, April 25, 2026, volunteers..
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HONORS & ACHIEVEMENTS
Department of New Jersey attends Legion College
Sea Girt, NJ
Graduates of the annual New Jersey American Legion Leadership College on April 24-25 at the Sea Girt State Police and..
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HONORS & ACHIEVEMENTS
New Jersey SAL graduates Legion College
Sea Girt, NJ
On April 25-26, the New Jersey Detachment of the Sons of The American Legion took courses at the annual Legion..
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VETERANS HELPING VETERANS
John J. Morris Post 62 and Guitars 4 Vets second graduation
Peoria, AZ
On Saturday, April 25, John J. Morris Post 62 (Peoria, Ariz.) hosted the spring Guitars 4 Vets Phoenix graduation! Only..
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OUR TRAVELS
American Legion Post 159 veterans tour USS Kearsarge during historic first Fleet Week Houston
Port of Houston, TX
BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION – Members of American Legion Post 159 recently traded the Brazos Valley for the Houston Ship Channel to..
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POST TREASURES
Community, connection at American Legion Post 159 Family Day
Bryan, TX
BRYAN, TX — American Legion Post 159 became a hub of community activity on Saturday, April 25, as more than..
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OTHER
American Legion Post OK28 (Okinawa, Japan) holds annual Ernie Pyle Memorial
Okinawa, Japan
American Legion Post OK28 (Okinawa, Japan) held their annual Ernie Pyle Memorial on April 18, 2026. The memorial was held..
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OTHER
Allen “Pop” Reeves American Legion Post 123’s community activities provide Zumba, community boxing team
Angeles City, Philippines
Allen “Pop” Reeves American Legion Post 123's community activities include Zumba and sponsoring a community boxing team. Zumba is provided..
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OTHER
Annual Truck Ambush Memorial Service at Camp Bonifas, South Korea
Camp Bonifas, South Korea
On April 14, 2026, 1st Vice Commander Daniel Pinkston and Service Officer/Judge Advocate Steve Tharp from Lewis L. Millett Post..
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WWII STORY
He Stayed
Graham, NC
I want to share a true story about my grandparents—one my grandmother told me more than once. It's never left..
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OTHER
Mighty 20th District hosts Spring Convention
Somerset, TX
SOMERSET, Texas – (April 11, 2026) – Legionnaires journeyed to Gene Ramirez American Legion Post 443 to attend the Spring..
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VETERANS STRENGTHENING AMERICA
Fleet Week Houston showcases the power of connection, service and community
Houston, TX
HOUSTON – (April 22, 2026) – The inaugural Fleet Week Houston brought the spirit of the nation’s sea services to..
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