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A 'hands-on' tour of Camp Atterbury

Dozens of Legionnaires from across the country took an interactive visit to the National Guard base near Indianapolis.

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Stop-loss deadline extended to Oct. 21

U.S. servicemembers who were kept on duty past their original discharge following the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks, and their beneficiaries, have until Oct. 21 to claim their retroactive pay.

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Legion panel focuses on military women

Discussion focuses on changing role through the years, including critical involvement in current wars.

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ROTC cadets get glimpse of Army life

Around 30 cadets visited American Legion National Headquarters and were networked via video conference with officers in Iraq.

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Cyber world threats subject of discussion

Legion representative part of panel that examines critical aspects of security and counter intelligence-related incidents.

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New budget can't overlook POW/MIA issue

Meeting with members of federal agencies, NSFR Assistant Director Freddy Gessner stressed the importance of continued accounting for missing personnel.

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Legion's PTS-TBI committee meets in D.C.

Legion staff, volunteers hear from federal agencies, other organizations on current medical treatments and programs for both injuries.

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Support necessary in the workplace

Department of Labor policy advisor briefs Legion’s PTS-TBI ad-hoc committee on her agency’s initiatives to help employers understand employees with either condition.

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DoD launches virtual PTS website

Site allows users to explore causes, symptoms of post-traumatic stress in anonymous setting.

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Officer of year awards deadline approaching

Departments' nominations for Firefighter of the Year and National Law Enforcement Officer of the Year due Feb. 1

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