From the very beginning, The American Legion has been dedicated to the proposition that our country keep a strong national defense. It is one of our founding pillars.
National Commander Dale Barnett and Department of Iowa Commander Jim Peterson will lead the walk, held during the Iowa State Fair's Veterans Parade Aug. 15.
“Veterans need caregivers who understand the post-military journey, whether we are looking for relief from post-traumatic stress disorder, trying to figure out a new prosthesis, hunting for a job, filing a claim, buying a house or getting checked for hepatitis C.”