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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
Legionnaires, Sons and Scouts join together to support mental wellness
The Colony, TX
On May 16, members of Holley-Riddle American Legion Post 21, Sons of the American Legion Squadron 21 and Scout Troop..
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OTHER
Shenandoah Valley Post 188 Armed Forces Day Celebration
Harrisonburg, VA
In honor of all those currently servicing in the Armed Forces in support of our nation, Shenandoah Valley Post 188..
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OTHER
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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POST TREASURES
A piece of armor comes home: M47 Patton tank arrives at American Legion Post..
Bryan, TX
BRYAN, TX – The sound of heavy machinery echoed through Bryan on Tuesday as a 48-ton piece of American military..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
'Thank God for the Red White and Blue' music video
I never had the opportunity to serve. I was going to enlist in the Navy right out of high..
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IN YOUR OWN WORDS
Post 223 (Shippensburg, Pa.) WWII Glenn Lytle Buddy Check
On May 12, 2026, we had the honor of conducting a Buddy Check. This was not a routine check of..
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MEMORIAL DAY
Memorial Day 2026 – honoring our nation’s fallen
Columbus, OH
COLUMBUS, Ohio – The National Veterans Memorial and Museum (NVMM) invites the community to join us for our annual Memorial..
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SONS OF THE AMERICAN LEGION
Squadron 11 donates $10,000 to support Post 11
Lancaster, OH
At the March meeting of Squadron 11 from Lancaster, Ohio, the SAL voted to donate $10,000 in honor of past..
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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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VETERANS STRENGTHENING AMERICA
Posts 592, 828 partner with nursing sorority to host joint blood drive
San Antonio, TX
SAN ANTONIO – (May 2, 2026) – In support of the American Legion Blood Donor Program, Sesquicentennial American Legion Post..
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HONORS & ACHIEVEMENTS
Post 309 (Helotes, Texas) recognizes O’Connor High School JROTC cadets for excellence
Helotes, TX
On April 17, officers from American Legion Post 309 in Helotes, Texas, recognized the achievements of O’Connor High School JROTC..
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MEMBERSHIP SUCCESS STORIES
Post 309 (Helotes, Texas) attends 61st annual Helotes Cornyval
Helotes, TX
American Legion Post 309 delivered a commanding presence at this year’s Helotes Cornyval Festival and PRCA Rodeo. Marching proudly through..
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MEMORIAL DAY
The meaning of Memorial Day and youth is not lost in Rutherford, N.J.
Rutherford , NJ
The Missing Man Table Memorial Day is approaching, and many times the true meaning of remembrance gets lost to the excitement..
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OTHER
USA 250 Challenge: Riverhead veteran, 84, pedals 250 miles for American Legion Post 273..
Riverhead, LI, NY
Three days a week, Nester Kramer climbs onto a stationary bike at Maximus Health and Fitness in Riverhead and pedals. At..
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VETERANS STRENGTHENING AMERICA
Fred Brock Post 828 continues to help children through Project Shoes
San Antonio, TX
SAN ANTONIO – (May 2, 2026) – In support of one of its pillar programs - Children & Youth -..
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VETERANS STRENGTHENING AMERICA
“Mighty” 20th District makes presence at Great Texas Airshow
San Antonio, TX
SAN ANTONIO – (May 3, 2026) – Legionnaires and Auxiliary members of the “Mighty” 20th District participated in the Great..
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VOLUNTEERING
Fred Brock Post 828 Legionnaires host ice cream social for nursing home residents
San Antonio, TX
SAN ANTONIO – (April 28, 2026) – To place smiles on the faces of the elderly, Legionnaires of Fred Brock..
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WHY I LOVE MY POST
Community partnership revives beloved Mico tradition
Mico, TX
Story by Commander Lenore Hackenyos, Mico Post 380 MICO, Texas – (May 12, 2026) – A growing partnership between a local..
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OTHER
Service before self
Irvine, CA
Service Before Self: How One Female Air Force Veteran Continues the Mission in Kenya After serving 23 years in the U.S...
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WHY I LOVE MY POST
John J. Morris Post 62 has long-lasting love in the air
Peoria, AZ
On May 10, John J. Morris Post 62 (Peoria, Ariz.) helped celebrate the 45th wedding anniversary (sapphire) of longtime officer..
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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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SONS OF THE AMERICAN LEGION
John J. Morris Post 62 SAL supports Post 84 Walk of Honor
Peoria, AZ
On May 7, John J. Morris Post 62 (Peoria, Ariz.) presented more supp0rt to =Ira H. Hayes Post 84 in..
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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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