On this page, we will post stories that are of interest to all veterans.
Post 304 Hosts 2022 Kennesaw Memorial Day ceremony
On May 30, 2022, the Ron Asby American Legion Post 304 hosted the Kennesaw Memorial Day ceremony. Originally scheduled to be held at the Kennesaw Cemetery, the event was moved…
The National Memorial Day Concert Returns to the Capitol for 2022
Gary Sinise and Joe Mantegna will return to host the National Memorial Day Concert: A Night of Remembrance, which will air as usual on PBS stations around the country and…
Six Bygone Chow Hall Classics That Helped Shape the US Military
By Blake Stilwell If an army runs on its stomach, the U.S. military is not only a well-fueled machine, it also has some very firm opinions about what fuel it…
Honor the Fallen This Memorial Day
Memorial Day, once again, is upon us. As veterans and servicemembers we understand the true meaning of the holiday, which too often gets blurred with media touting mattress sales and…
On Memorial Day — And Every Day — Let’s Honor Our Veterans
By SAL National Commander Michael Fox We are coming up on an important day. On Memorial Day, we pause to pay our respects to those who gave their lives to…
American Legion Calls PACT Act Agreement ‘Historically Impactful’ for Generations of Vets
The head of the nation’s largest veterans organization is calling the bipartisan agreement by Senate leaders to assist veterans who have been exposed to environmental toxins “historically impactful.” “The work…
‘A Republic, If You Can Keep It’
If you ever want to feel reassured about the future of our country, I highly recommend volunteering for an American Legion youth program. The alumni list of our programs reads…
How ‘Don’t Give Up the Ship’ Became a US Navy Rallying Cry
By Blake Stilwell In the U.S. Naval Academy’s Memorial Hall rests a flag with a dark background and bright letters that read: “Dont Give Up The Ship.” The flag is…
Membership Matters: Let’s Keep Trending Upward
The American Legion is gaining ground on the membership front as we round the final turn of the 2021-22 renewal and recruitment cycle. This is great news coming out of…
The Ship That Almost Torpedoed FDR To Death
Perhaps no other ship in the US navy can ever surpass the tragicomic history of the William D. Porter and its crew. Its unenviable resume included wrecking a sister ship with its…
VA Gives Vets More Response Time Because of Mail Delays
By Jim Absher Some veterans have reported receiving confusing letters from the Department of Veterans Affairs regarding “a delay in receipt of mailed correspondence.” In the letters veterans are advised:…
National Commander Dillard on Senate Passage of PACT Act: If Not Now, When?
In April, American Legion National Commander Paul E. Dillard toured seven states, ranging from Alaska to Georgia, to urge Legionnaires to call for passage of the Honoring Our Promise…
Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors Seeks Service Members, Veterans to Serve as Mentors to Grieving Military Children
The Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS), a national organization providing compassionate care to those grieving the death of a military loved one, is looking for active duty, reserve, National…
How Are You Supporting Disabled Veterans?
Dear American Legion Family and Friends, The month of May, which is National Physical Fitness and Sports Month, is a perfect time to get outside, exercise and improve our wellbeing….
79 Cringeworthy Errors in ‘Top Gun’
By Ward Carroll ‘Top Gun’ is a classic and arguably one of the most visually stunning aviation movies ever made. Few movies in cinematic history have been as prolific in…
