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Early days of high-altitude warfare described by Maj. Theodore "Dutch" Van Kirk, who flew the mission that brought World War II to an end in 1945.

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Historians, and at least one primary source, explore the challenge of preparing America to win the war on the heels of the Great Depression.

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National World War II Museum ceremony pays tribute to the attack’s 71st anniversary.

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World War II conference begins with a look into observations of the Third Reich’s emergence in the eyes of Americans living in Germany at the time.

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Legion posts financially contribute to building national Army museum in Virginia through new sponsorship program.

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Distinguished speakers to examine the rise of Nazi Germany and the U.S. military response that ended it.

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VA announces 20 millionth home-loan guarantee – a program first envisioned, and then drafted, by Past National Commander Harry Colmery.

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64 resolutions passed by National Executive Committee released to Legion’s Digital Archive.

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Legion awards post and department history contest winners during Fall Meetings.

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Ted Roosevelt IV will help The American Legion celebrate its 100th birthday over the next seven years.

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