On this page, we will post stories that are of interest to all veterans.
Go Inside the Blue Angels with a New Documentary from Glen Powell and JJ Abrams
By Blake Stilwell The U.S. Navy’s premier aeronautical acrobatical demonstration team known as the Blue Angels has been wowing air-show audiences around the world for nearly 80 years. But for…
American Legion Membership On Track To Set Records
Dear American Legion Family members and friends, If the trend continues, the 2024 membership year can be a special one for The American Legion. Departments and posts have recruited and…
Everything You Need to Know About VA Urgent Care Services
Many Veterans may not be aware of life-changing benefits they’ve earned—and deserve—through military service. This outreach kit about VA urgent care services includes flyers, social media graphics and suggested corresponding…
The Real ‘Popeye the Sailor’ Was Actually a Hard-Drinking Bar Brawler with a Heart of Gold
By Blake Stilwell When most people think of Popeye, we probably think about a hard-hitting sailor man fueled by a love for canned spinach. But the real inspiration for the…
Americans Were Never Supposed to Hear Toby Keith’s Ass-Kicking Post-9/11 Battle Song on the Radio
By Blake Stilwell Toby Keith, country music superstar and avid USO supporter who performed for more than 250,000 troops in 17 countries over two decades, died of stomach cancer on…
Exploring Resort and Hotel Deals Through the Armed Forces Vacation Club for Veterans
For Veterans who have served our nation with dedication and sacrifice, finding opportunities to relax and rejuvenate is essential. The Armed Forces Vacation Club (AFVC) is a valuable resource that…
Four Chaplains Day
By Richard Sisk and Tiffini Theisen Feb. 3 marks the anniversary of the sinking of the United States Army Transport Dorchester and the selfless acts of four Army chaplains aboard during World…
American Airlines is looking for WWII Veterans to be part of the 80th Anniversary of D-Day in Normandy
American Airlines is proud to offer an opportunity for World War II veterans to be a part of the 80th Anniversary of the D-Day landings in Normandy, France. This historic…
Private Hood Cole Returns Home From WWII
US Army Private Hood Cole enlisted in the Army in 1944. After basic training, he was sent to the European theater. During the Battle of the Bulge, Private Cole…
Four Outright Lies Veterans Believe About VA Home Loans
By Blake Stilwell The housing market is hot right now, and competition for location, location, location means prices are through the roof (not literally, but still: get an inspection). Buyers…
Acworth Polar Plunge To Support Special Olympics February 24th
It is that time of year to fundraise for the Special Olympics of Georgia. The City of Acworth Police Department hosts the “Polar Plunge” yearly to raise money for athletes…
Legion Family Encouraged to Donate Blood During National Shortage
Based on numbers provided by the 2022-2023 Consolidated Post Report – which included information submitted from more than 8,200 American Legion posts – more than 100,000 units of blood were…
Military Command Ready to Track Santa, and Everyone Can Follow Along
By Sagar Meghani WASHINGTON — As children around the world eagerly await Santa’s arrival on Christmas, the military is ready to track him and see whether he’s using any new…
Five Reasons to Save in 2024
The new year is right around the corner, and you probably have already identified a few goals for 2024. That list may include several of the usual suspects: more exercise,…
It’s Salisbury Steak Night on Wednesdays for The Remainder of December
As the Christmas season is in full swing, steak night at the Post has been slower than normal. Therefore, for the remainder of December we will be having Salisbury Steak…
