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May 7, 2019
Scholarships, Legion Riders and claims help top May report
April 25, 2019
American Legion testifying on Capitol Hill April 30, May 1
April 8, 2019
Scholarships, grants, VA assistance top April impact report
March 12, 2019
Action in Washington highlights February summary
February 28, 2019
Resolution 1: to recognize service and sacrifice in all times of war
May 9, 2019
How to write a career summary
May 7, 2019
Scholarships, Legion Riders and claims help top May report
May 1, 2019
A look at May's job fairs
April 25, 2019
Hundreds gather for job fair at Legion post
April 5, 2019
New Mexico Post 13 hosting annual employment event
May 16, 2019
GI Bill exhibit headed to Intrepid Museum
April 23, 2019
VA wants your GI Bill success stories
April 11, 2019
American Legion testifies on employment and education rights and benefits
April 4, 2019
Arizona town celebrates GI Bill’s 75th anniversary
March 14, 2019
Atlanta welcomes American Legion GI Bill exhibit
May 20, 2019
Bogged down in the bluegrass
May 16, 2019
Legion launches online mental health survey
April 11, 2019
Legion to VA: ‘Fix communication breakdowns’
March 14, 2019
Senator's sexual assault revelation reignites conversation on MST
March 6, 2019
Veteran suicide 'a community problem'
May 22, 2019
Flags for Freedom: grads remember fallen alum
May 17, 2019
Illinois Coast Guardsmen share gratitude to the Legion
May 15, 2019
Event gives veterans 'an opportunity' to teach
May 9, 2019
Spring Meeting donations surpass $1.2 million for Legion programs
May 7, 2019
Scholarships, Legion Riders and claims help top May report
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
November 20, 2018
How to talk to your aging parents
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
March 21, 2019
Legion to have presence at Virginia International Tattoo festival
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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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