Department of Georgia Legionnaire Edgar J. Johnson is this year’s National Recruiter of the Year. Now that Department of Georgia Legionnaire Edgar J. Johnson got a taste of being a … Continue reading →
Silver Star recipient David Bellavia of Batavia, N.Y., addresses The American Legion’s 95th National Convention. (Photo by Eldon Lindsay/The American Legion) On his way home from serving in Iraq, U.S. … Continue reading →
U.S. Rep. Al Green, a Democrat who represents Texas’ 9th District, told The American Legion National Convention in Houston on Aug. 28 that it’s not difficult to see the price … Continue reading →
Theodore Roosevelt IV, chairman of The American Legion’s 100th Anniversary Honorary Committee, told thousands of veterans and their families Tuesday that “everything… starts at the local post – individuals leading … Continue reading →
The American Legion’s annual Legacy Run conducted to benefit the children of fallen U.S. servicemembers raised more than $775,000 – well over the goal of $450,000 and a record donation … Continue reading →
The American Legion’s first-ever annual report was published in August 2011, in time for the 93rd National Convention, in Minneapolis. The illustrated book shows a diversity of American Legion programs … Continue reading →
Like every other federal agency, the Joint POW-MIA Accounting Command (JPAC) has felt the effects of sequestration. During an Aug. 26 briefing at The American Legion National Convention in Houston, … Continue reading →
Crossroads is inviting veterans who are artists to share their artwork and talent. Featured artists will be invited to display their artwork for a three month period at the Crossroads … Continue reading →
The fact veterans make up 16 percent of the homeless population is something the Home Depot Foundation takes very seriously. That’s why the foundation has committed $80 million over five … Continue reading →