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August 19, 2019
Legion to Congress: ‘Fix the Gold Star kiddie tax!’
August 15, 2019
Legion holds DSO School to better serve America's veterans, their families
June 26, 2019
President signs Blue Water Navy Veterans Act into law
June 20, 2019
GI Bill’s 75th birthday celebrated in U.S. Capitol
June 14, 2019
New Jersey Legionnaires salute the GI Bill
August 22, 2019
Career fair gives job seekers, employers chance to interact
August 12, 2019
Hiring fair, credentialing summit scheduled for national convention
July 11, 2019
Legion testifies on challenges facing veteran-owned small businesses
May 30, 2019
Job fairs coast-to-coast in June
May 29, 2019
Legion workshop at Fort Hood to aid transitioning servicemembers
August 12, 2019
Legion's GI Bill exhibit in Indy for national convention
June 20, 2019
GI Bill’s 75th birthday celebrated in U.S. Capitol
June 19, 2019
The GI Bill: It helped 'reprogram my brain'
June 14, 2019
New Jersey Legionnaires salute the GI Bill
June 5, 2019
GI Bill exhibit headed to New Jersey, D.C.
July 25, 2019
National Commander Reistad rings closing bell at NYSE
July 17, 2019
National commander to ring bell at NYSE
July 16, 2019
Legion launches online mental health survey
July 8, 2019
American Legion invites Martinsburg, W.Va., veterans to discuss VA care
June 26, 2019
'Incredible' Legion support helps bring disabled veterans together
August 19, 2019
OCW event brings veterans and families to Tacoma baseball game
August 18, 2019
ALWS Game 10: Illinois comes from behind to advance to Monday’s semifinal
August 13, 2019
OCW donations to support wounded veterans this weekend
August 7, 2019
Alabama Legion Riders raising awareness among state's youth
July 24, 2019
The American Legion and Hawthorne Gardening Company team up to support veterans
June 20, 2019
How does your financial well-being stack up?
May 9, 2019
USAA Tips: Beyond the 30-second elevator speech
March 20, 2019
Financial spring cleaning
February 20, 2019
Money management in marriage
December 20, 2018
Six ways to use technology in 2019
August 1, 2019
2 Legionnaires to compete for Ms. Veteran America
April 29, 2019
PNC Rohan among women veterans honored in Virginia
April 27, 2019
Women in the military: ‘We want to do our part’
April 17, 2019
American Legion to attend Tattoo festival
March 27, 2019
Women veterans, tell your stories
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Organization
Mission
"For God and Country, we associate ourselves together..."
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History
Nearly a century of service and life-changing accomplishments.
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The Emblem
The meaning behind The American Legion's defining symbol.
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National Alliances
Companies that share American Legion values.
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Preamble
Introduction to Constitution states the Legion's values and purposes.
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Resolutions
Legion policies and positions reflect the values of veterans everywhere.
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Constitution & By-laws
Official document guides American Legion organization and procedure.
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Federal Charter
The American Legion has been chartered by Congress since 1919.
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Leadership
National Commander
Brett P. Reistad
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National Officers
Leadership committed to the values of veterans.
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National Vice Commanders
At work on behalf of The American Legion across the country.
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National Chaplains
Service and faith go hand in hand for The American Legion.
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Commissions & Committees
Volunteer leaders guide the Legion's programs, policies and services.
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Departments
Fifty-five American Legion departments can be found worldwide.
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Headquarters Divisions
National operations based in Indianapolis and Washington D.C.
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Reports
Annual Reports
In-depth analysis, measurable performance and more.
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By The Numbers
Millions of hours, contributions and acts of American Legion post service.
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