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June 15, 2017
American Legion salute to the GI Bill begins June 20 at WWII Museum
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Boys Nation
Two representatives from each of the 49 Boys State events make their way to Washington each year.
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A Legionnaire’s battle from an American internment camp to war
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2017 Agenda
View a detailed agenda for Boys Nation.
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Promotional materials, scholarship forms and presentations.
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Please contact us with questions regarding Boys Nation or Boys State.
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Boys Nation in Words & Images
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Watch videos of Boys Nation in Washington and alumni interviews.
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Galleries showcase daily activities of Boys Nation in Washington.
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2016 Delegates
View delegates from each of the 2016 Boys State events.
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2016 Legislation
Review legislation submitted by Boys Nation Senators.
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2016 Staff
Volunteers and national staff help at Boys Nation in Washington.
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About Boys State & Boys Nation
How to Participate
Eligibility requirements for participation.
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About
Students practice the operation of local, county and state government.
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Prominent Alumni
Prominent alumni includes Bill Clinton and Rush Limbaugh.
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