On this page, we will post stories that are of interest to all veterans.
Legion to VA: ‘Fix Communication Breakdowns’
Calling it a case of “mission delayed turning into mission failure,” American Legion National Commander Brett P. Reistad called for VA officials to implement a plan to prevent future communication…
VA MISSION Act: What is the Latest on Community Care?
Last June, President Trump signed landmark legislation, known as the VA MISSION Act of 2018, that makes dramatic improvements to how Veterans receive community care—health care provided outside of VA….
Legion Posts ‘Proactive’ in the Fight Against Homelessness
What started as a small birthday party/fundraiser has developed into a Kansas American Legion event that has raised thousands of dollars to help get veterans off the streets in the…
82nd National Oratorical Finals to be Streamed on Facebook
The American Legion’s 82nd National Oratorical Contest, “A Constitutional Speech Contest,” will be held in Indianapolis at the Wyndham West Hotel April 6-7. The top three high school orators out…
American Legion Testifies on President’s Proposed VA Budget
American Legion Senior Legislative Associate Larry Lohmann testified April 3 before the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs on issues pertaining to the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) fiscal year 2020…
Legion Coins On Display
With the American Legion centennial coins now available from the U.S. Mint, Emblem Sales is offering some options to pick your favorite coin and display it with a special Legion…
Legion Family Provides Long-Overdue Thank You
During a 20-year career in the U.S. Army spanning from 1966 to 1986, Paul Cibolski did two tours in Vietnam during the war. Following his military service, Cibolski said he…
Women Veterans, Tell Your Stories
Female Legionnaires, or those who love them, are welcome to contribute to the popular Legiontown site, at www.legiontown.org, under the new Women Veterans category. As The American Legion’s Centennial Celebration continues,…
April 15 is the 2019 Legacy Scholarship Application Deadline
The American Legion Legacy Scholarship application for 2019 is online for new and returning applicants to fill out. The Legacy Scholarship is available for children whose parents lost their lives…
81 Years of Designating April as ‘Children & Youth Month’
The American Legion has celebrated “April is Children & Youth Month” for the past 81 years. During this month of celebration, American Legion Family members are encouraged to show their…
Veteran Resource Fair April 10 in Atlanta
Are you a veteran, or know of a veteran, seeking a job or other resources and benefits available to you? Then make plans to attend the 2019 Veteran Resource Fair…
53 Youth Head to Indy for Legion’s Speech Competition
Fifty-three high school orators are headed to Indianapolis April 6-8 to compete in The American Legion’s 82nd annual National Oratorical Contest to speak on the U.S. Constitution and compete for…
Reistad Salutes ‘Heart and Soul of The American Legion’
While some may have wondered why The American Legion’s top leader chose to be in Charles Town, W. Va., during the 100th anniversary of the first meeting of his organization,…
It All Began In Paris A Century Ago
By Jeff Stoffer The American Legion is 100 years old. The organization’s 55 departments and nearly 12,500 posts across the country and around the world are celebrating a century of service…
LEGION Act Introduced in the House
A bill expanding membership eligibility for The American Legion was introduced March 8 in the House of Representatives. The Let Everyone Get Involved in Opportunities for National Service Act —…
