On this page, we will post stories that are of interest to all veterans.
Continuing A Legacy of Service
Dear American Legion Family members and friends, The American Legion Riders are at a crossroads in their inspiring annual fundraising drive. After this year’s Legacy Run, we expect the overall…
Bluegrass Pioneer and ‘Rocky Top’ Singer Bobby Osborne Was Shot in the Head in Korean War
By Blake Stilwell Even those who aren’t fans of bluegrass music likely know a little about Rocky Top, Tennessee. They probably know that corn won’t grow at all on Rocky…
Helen Mirren Prepares for War as Israel’s ‘Iron Lady’ Golda Meir
On Oct. 6, 1973, Egypt and Syria simultaneously invaded Israel from the east and west during the Jewish holy day of Yom Kippur. Supported by every other Arab nation and…
VA May Widen PACT Act Coverage
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) will be conducting a scientific review to determine whether there is a relationship between three conditions and toxic exposures for servicemembers who deployed to…
Our Responsibility to Future Leaders
Dear American Legion Family members and friends, The Preamble to The American Legion Constitution states, “To foster and perpetuate a 100 percent Americanism.” As Legionnaires, we achieve this responsibility through…
8 Popular Cruise Lines That Offer Military Discounts
One fun way to see the world and visit unique locations is on a cruise ship. Whether you take a cruise to the Caribbean or Alaska, Europe or Hawaii, this…
A World Series Hero Misstated WWII Record. Was It Stolen Valor?
By Stephen Ruiz The highlight of pitcher Gene Bearden’s six-year Major League Baseball career came on the final pitch of the 1948 World Series. Bearden, a Navy veteran, closed out…
Annual Craft Fair Set for November 4th
The Auxiliary will be holding their annual Craft Fair on Saturday, November 4th, from 9am to 3pm at the Post. The fair will feature home-made items, Christmas gifts and much…
PTSD Doesn’t Mean You’re Weak, or a Monster
Editor’s Note: This story discusses suicidal ideation. The opinions expressed in this op-ed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Military.com. If you would…
Veterans Set to See Cost-of-Living Increase to Their Benefits
On June 14, 2023, President Joe Biden signed into law the Veterans Compensation Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) Act of 2023, which directs the Department of Veterans Affairs to provide a cost-of-living adjustment for…
Staying On Top
Dear American Legion Family members and friends, I have always been a guy who sees the glass as half-full, not half-empty. So, when it comes to our 2023 membership year,…
Special PACT Act Enrollment Period for Veterans Ends in September
Post-9/11 combat veterans who served between 2001 and 2013 have until Sept. 30 to enroll in Department of Veterans Affairs health care. The date will conclude a one-year “special enrollment…
Flag Etiquette and the U.S. Flag Code
The U.S. Flag Code formalizes and unifies the traditional ways in which we give respect to the flag, also contains specific instructions on how the flag is not to be used. The…
2023 Post 304 and Family Members Installation Set for July 20
The installation of all Post 304 officers, as well as the officers of all the family members (ALR, SAL, Aux), will be conducted on July 20th during the regular General…
The American Legion Has a Great Story to Share
Dear American Legion Family Members and Friends, The heart and soul of The American Legion is found at the post level. That’s where dedicated American Legion Family members serve their…
