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Commander Hill expresses condolences over Fort Hood Shootings

Submitted by linda on Fri, 11/06/2009 - 12:33pm.
WASHINGTON (Nov. 5, 2009) -- American Legion National Commander Clarence E. Hill released the following statement concerning this afternoon's shootings at Ft. Hood:

Veterans Day is for Ordinary People Accomplishing the Extraordinary

Submitted by linda on Thu, 11/05/2009 - 8:17am.
By Clarence E. Hill

When then-Governor Ronald Reagan introduced returning POW John McCain at a speaking engagement in 1974, the future president asked, "Where do we find such men?"

He was speaking of many veterans, when he answered, "We find them in our streets, in the office, the shops and the working places of our country and on the farms."

In other words, President Reagan was referring to ordinary people accomplishing extraordinary things. And it isn't just the men.

Public Relations Division

The National Public Relations division promotes and publicizes projects, programs and accomplishments of The American Legion. Led by the National Public Relations Commission, the PR team is dedicated to fostering the philosophies and programs of the American Legion by:

  • Preserving the memories and promoting the recognition of the contributions of veterans to the nation.
  • Encouraging military service and patriotic values.
  • Serving as the voice of veterans.
  • Working With the nation’s media on issues affecting veterans and, where appropriate, commending or correcting.
  • Enhancing public perceptions of The American Legion, America’s veterans and their families.

The public relations staff consists of a public relations director, communications director, Washington-based media relations manager, audiovisual manager, Internet content manager, graphics designer, and administrative assistant.

The Public Relations Division produces national materials for the intended use by departments and posts in a variety of special campaigns and programs.

Media Contacts

Joe March
Director, Public Relations
The American Legion
National Headquarters
(317) 630-1253
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Robert L. Morrill
Chairman
National Public Relations Commission
The American Legion
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John Raughter
Communications Director
The American Legion
National Headquarters
(317) 630-1253
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Craig Roberts
Media Relations Manager
The American Legion
National Headquarters Washington, DC
(202) 263-2982
Contact Craig Roberts