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A moment of closure

Thirteen who lost their lives in final operation of the Vietnam War finally laid to rest at Arlington National Cemetery.

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Memorial Day observed May 27

Posts can download a speech and print ads to use during their memorial services.

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VA mandates overtime to tackle claims backlog

Overtime mandated for claims processors at Department of Veterans Affairs’ 56 regional benefits offices.

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Download Samsung scholarship application

Samsung American Legion Scholarship applications due once Boys State and Girls State programs begin.

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Career planning for the military spouse

Many job-seeking resources are available for military spouses, such as Military.com’s Spouse Job Search Tool.

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Spring Meetings resolutions available

The 29 resolutions passed by the National Executive Committee are stored on the Legion’s Digital Archive.

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Legionnaires participate in Rebuild event

Legionnaires provide color guard services as Sears Heroes at Home and Rebuilding Together restores a Vietnam veteran’s home.

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Detweiler appointed to Louisiana VA Commission

American Legion past national commander appointed to Louisiana Veterans’ Affairs Commission by Gov. Bobby Jindal.

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Legionnaires featured in ‘Honor Flight’ documentary

The award-winning film follows four World War II veterans as they travel to Washington, D.C., to see the memorial that was constructed in their honor.

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2013 Spring Meetings viewable on demand

All past American Legion live streamed events can be viewed on legiontv.org.

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