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November 19, 2020
TRICARE Select recipients must pay new fee or lose coverage
November 18, 2020
Navy sued by two vets for failing to assure full disability ratings, case could affect thousands of sailors, Marines
October 21, 2020
VA plans to outsource all compensation and pension exams
October 8, 2020
VA approves claims for more than 22,500 Blue Water Navy veterans
October 1, 2020
VA offering transition training specially tailored for women veterans
November 18, 2020
Virtual career fair a global success
November 16, 2020
Department of North Carolina sponsoring Nov. 17 virtual career fair
October 28, 2020
Missouri post takes job fair outside
September 22, 2020
Department of New Jersey awards top employers
September 17, 2020
Nearly 800 jobseekers attend Department of Texas virtual job fair
November 19, 2020
American Legion presents honorable Patriot Award to Syracuse University
November 17, 2020
American Education Week: 'Opportunity to celebrate public education'
October 27, 2020
Syracuse University's IVMF to receive American Legion's Patriot Award
August 27, 2020
National Commander Oxford pledges support to storm victims
June 22, 2020
OUR WWII STORY: The Veterans Preference Hiring Act
November 19, 2020
TRICARE Select recipients must pay new fee or lose coverage
November 17, 2020
California Legion post offering free COVID-19 testing
November 13, 2020
American Legion sends condolences for two killed in VA hospital explosion
November 10, 2020
$600,000 VA transportation grant helps Legion post serve rural veterans
November 4, 2020
Legionnaire finding way to 'give back' on Veterans Day
November 24, 2020
Support American Legion programs during your holiday shopping
November 17, 2020
American Education Week: 'Opportunity to celebrate public education'
November 17, 2020
National Family Week celebrated the week of Thanksgiving
October 29, 2020
Legion posts affected by COVID can apply for $1,000 grant
October 14, 2020
American Legion answers family's need for keeping veteran safe, healthy
November 20, 2020
Go lean for the holidays
October 20, 2020
Is now the right time to buy a new vehicle?
September 29, 2020
What to know before tapping your nest egg
August 26, 2020
Military spouses’ best financial advice
July 21, 2020
Seven habits to carry forward from the pandemic
October 15, 2020
Texas Legionnaire: 'I know I can make a difference'
October 1, 2020
VA offering transition training specially tailored for women veterans
August 13, 2020
Legionnaire gives women veterans a voice through a wall of honor
August 5, 2020
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July 22, 2020
Legionnaire: Veterans can be catalyst in racial reform
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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
James W. "Bill" Oxford
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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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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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