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THE AMERICAN LEGION A U.S. VETERANS ASSOCIATIONABOUTPROGRAMSSERVICESMEMBERSMEDIACONTACT The American Legion is the nation’s largest wartime veterans service organization aimed at advocating patriotism across the U.S. through diverse programs and member benefits. 2021 OFFICER'S GUIDE More publications in Internal Affairs. National Membership Record. Amateur Radio & The American Legion. SAL Membership Application. Legion Riders. 2021 SAL Squadron Data Report (SDR) District Commander's Guide. Operation Comfort Warriors Brochure - Because We Care. Trophies, Awards and Ceremonials Manual.

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MyLegion.org. MyLegion.org provides membership information, reports and electronic membership tools such as data change forms for department and post leadership. TAKE THE BASIC TRAINING COURSE Basic Training course. Have your new and current post members taken The American Legion’s free Basic Training course? The course covers five topics: history and organization; Veterans Affairs & Rehabilitation; National Security; Americanism; and Children & Youth. A SPEECH FOR AMERICAN LEGION MEMORIAL DAY CEREMONIES The speech is available here. The American Legion National Headquarters want to know how your post is commemorating Memorial Day this year, whether in a traditional manner or an adapted one. Please email sbrooks@legion.org or place your plans on Legiontown.org so we can share them in our media in advance of the day and plan potential

coverage.

2021 NATIONAL CONVENTION HOTEL LISTING BY DEPARTMENT … 2021 NATIONAL CONVENTION HOTEL LISTING BY DEPARTMENT FOR PHOENIX, ARIZONA (Updated 1/20/2021- Subject to Change) Department Hotel Address Phone # Website AMERICAN LEGION FLAG & EMBLEM American Legion Flag & Emblem P.O. Box 36460 Indianapolis, IN 46236 (888) 453-4466 Business Hours: Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. NEW SAL SITE OFFERS ACCESS TO MEMBERSHIP New SAL site offers access to membership. Sons of The American Legion squadron adjutants and officers now have access to membership information, reports and electronic membership tools at www.mySAL.org. The American Legion National Headquarters in Indianapolis developed the website to mimic myLegion.org, which assists post, district and

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2021 CATALOG BY PAGE-AMERICAN LEGION FLAG & EMBLEM American Legion Flag & Emblem P.O. Box 36460 Indianapolis, IN 46236 (888) 453-4466 Business Hours: Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. POST 103 PUNTA GORDA, FLORIDA Charter Members of Post 103. Jan 8, 1926. The following were the "Charter Members" who signed the American Legion Post 103 initial Charter: George O. Dewey W.S. Whitfield C.A. Waltmire (* First Post Commander) Clyde A. Allen W.S. Bingham A.B. Tucker John Pelzer F.C. Page Jerome Waltmire H.C. Bennett M.M. Darat J.O. Waltmire W.H.

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AMERICAN LEGION CHARITIES American Legion fights against sexual assault and harassment ‘epidemic’. April 7, 2021. VA’s Million Veterans Program seeks to enroll more women veterans. March 30, 2021. One year and growing for the Tango Alpha Lima podcast. March 25, 2021. Legion-backed TAKE THE BASIC TRAINING COURSE Basic Training course. Have your new and current post members taken The American Legion’s free Basic Training course? The course covers five topics: history and organization; Veterans Affairs & Rehabilitation; National Security; Americanism; and Children & Youth.

MEMBER DISCOUNTS

April 7, 2021. VA’s Million Veterans Program seeks to enroll more women veterans. March 30, 2021. One year and growing for the Tango Alpha Lima podcast. March 25, 2021. Legion-backed bill would improve maternal health care for veterans. March 23, 2021. American Legion podcast salutes Women’s History Month. Members.

TRAINING TUESDAYS

Training Tuesdays. The last Tuesday of each month American Legion National Headquarters staff will present 60 to 90-minute sessions on topics aimed at post commanders and adjutants. Each session will be recorded and made available for later viewing. THE AMERICAN LEGION MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION More publications in Internal Affairs. Consolidated Post Report (CPR) Operation Comfort Warriors Brochure - Because We Care. Trophies, Awards and Ceremonials Manual. 2021 SAL Squadron Data Report (SDR) SAL National Constitution and By-laws. SAL Membership Application. Outline of Authorization. Sons of the American Legion Youth Handbook. BOYS NATION 75: A GROWING COUNTRY, A GROWING PROGRAM As the 1950s dawned, the Boys Forum of National Government took on a new name: American Legion Boys Nation. And just as the United States grew, adding Alaska and Hawaii as the 49th and 50th states, Boys Nation also grew over the course of the decade. NAVY LODGES BEGIN TO WELCOME LEISURE TRAVELERS AFTER Locations reopening for leisure travel include Yokosuka Naval Base, Japan; Naval Base San Diego and Moffett Federal Airfield in California; Jacksonville Naval Air Station, Fla.; and Fort Wadsworth

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HONOR & REMEMBRANCE

The American Legion was chartered and incorporated by Congress in 1919 as a patriotic veterans organization devoted to mutual helpfulness. TOUR NATIONAL WORLD WAR I MEMORIAL FROM THE INSIDE Recorded webinar gives insider’s perspective on D.C. site. Following the April opening of the National World War I Memorial in Washington, D.C., a webinar about the site was conducted on May 14 and is available for viewing. THE AMERICAN LEGION A U.S. VETERANS ASSOCIATIONABOUTPROGRAMSSERVICESMEMBERSMEDIACONTACT The American Legion is the nation’s largest wartime veterans service organization aimed at advocating patriotism across the U.S. through diverse programs and member benefits. 2021 OFFICER'S GUIDE More publications in Internal Affairs. National Membership Record. Amateur Radio & The American Legion. SAL Membership Application. Legion Riders. 2021 SAL Squadron Data Report (SDR) District Commander's Guide. Operation Comfort Warriors Brochure - Because We Care. Trophies, Awards and Ceremonials Manual.

MYLEGION.ORG

MyLegion.org. MyLegion.org provides membership information, reports and electronic membership tools such as data change forms for department and post leadership. RENEW YOUR MEMBERSHIP ONLINE Click Here to Renew Membership. Together, we make a difference. The American Legion was chartered and incorporated by Congress in 1919 as a patriotic veterans organization devoted to mutual helpfulness. 2021 SQUADRON HANDBOOK 2 Squadron Handbook of the Sons of The American Legion Overview HISTORY Sept. 12-15, 1932: The Sons of The American Legion is established as a non- political, non-sectarian civilian organization by the 14th National Convention of The American Legion in Portland,

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CHAPLAIN’S HANDBOOK CHAPLAIN’S Service to God and Country 3 individual citizenship, service to the community, and our obligation to uphold and defend the Constitution. In addition to post officers, the chaplain should be in regular contact with

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Disclaimer of liability The American Legion District/County Commander’s Guide provides the reader with very general information about planning and conducting various programs. This guide is only intended to help assist volunteers and staff. With respect to information contained in this AMERICAN LEGION FLAG & EMBLEM American Legion Flag & Emblem P.O. Box 36460 Indianapolis, IN 46236 (888) 453-4466 Business Hours: Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. MEMORIAL DAY PRAYERS 1 Memorial Day Prayers The following prayers were used in observance of Memorial Day. I offer them to stimulate your imagination and spirit as you prepare for this important remembrance. POST 103 PUNTA GORDA, FLORIDA Charter Members of Post 103. Jan 8, 1926. The following were the "Charter Members" who signed the American Legion Post 103 initial Charter: George O. Dewey W.S. Whitfield C.A. Waltmire (* First Post Commander) Clyde A. Allen W.S. Bingham A.B. Tucker John Pelzer F.C. Page Jerome Waltmire H.C. Bennett M.M. Darat J.O. Waltmire W.H.

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JOIN THE AMERICAN LEGION A Voice in our Nation's Capital. The American Legion is the nation's most influential, effective and dependable advocate of veteran affairs fighting for better active-duty pay, improved housing for active-duty families and helping to ensure that the VA's medical system can properly care for veterans. TRAINING | THE AMERICAN LEGION The American Legion was chartered and incorporated by Congress in 1919 as a patriotic veterans organization devoted to mutual helpfulness.

LEGION RIDERS

2021 Legacy Run route announced. West Virginia Legion Riders come together for ‘common goal’. Raising $8,000 for police officer battling cancer one of the things Legion Riders chapter is doing in Pennsylvania. Riders chapter not monkeying around. Ohio Legion Riders provide birthday surprise to young boy recovering from COVID-19. 2021 SQUADRON HANDBOOK 2 Squadron Handbook of the Sons of The American Legion Overview HISTORY Sept. 12-15, 1932: The Sons of The American Legion is established as a non- political, non-sectarian civilian organization by the 14th National Convention of The American Legion in Portland,

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THE OFFICIAL

2 2021 AMERICAN LEGION BASEBALL RULE BOO PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF AMERICAN LEGION BASEBALL 1 . To inculcate in youth a better understanding of the American way of life and to promote the principles of 100 percent

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MEET THE DRIVERS OF INDYCAR NO. 48 Two of the biggest names in auto-racing history drive The American Legion 48 car in the NTT INDYCAR SERIES races across the country in 2021. Jimmie Johnson Learn more Tony Kanaan Learn more A SPEECH FOR AMERICAN LEGION MEMORIAL DAY CEREMONIES The speech is available here. The American Legion National Headquarters want to know how your post is commemorating Memorial Day this year, whether in a traditional manner or an adapted one. Please email sbrooks@legion.org or place your plans on Legiontown.org so we can share them in our media in advance of the day and plan potential

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BOYS NATION 75: A GROWING COUNTRY, A GROWING PROGRAM 12 hours ago · As the 1950s dawned, the Boys Forum of National Government took on a new name: American Legion Boys Nation. And just as the United States grew, adding Alaska and Hawaii as the 49th and 50th states, Boys Nation also grew over the course of the decade. CHAPLAIN’S HANDBOOK CHAPLAIN’S Service to God and Country 3 individual citizenship, service to the community, and our obligation to uphold and defend the Constitution. In addition to post officers, the chaplain should be in regular contact with THE AMERICAN LEGION A U.S. VETERANS ASSOCIATIONABOUTPROGRAMSSERVICESMEMBERSMEDIACONTACT The American Legion is the nation’s largest wartime veterans service organization aimed at advocating patriotism across the U.S. through diverse programs and member benefits. 2021 OFFICER'S GUIDE More publications in Internal Affairs. National Membership Record. Amateur Radio & The American Legion. SAL Membership Application. Legion Riders. 2021 SAL Squadron Data Report (SDR) District Commander's Guide. Operation Comfort Warriors Brochure - Because We Care. Trophies, Awards and Ceremonials Manual.

MYLEGION.ORG

MyLegion.org. MyLegion.org provides membership information, reports and electronic membership tools such as data change forms for department and post leadership. A SPEECH FOR AMERICAN LEGION MEMORIAL DAY CEREMONIES The speech is available here. The American Legion National Headquarters want to know how your post is commemorating Memorial Day this year, whether in a traditional manner or an adapted one. Please email sbrooks@legion.org or place your plans on Legiontown.org so we can share them in our media in advance of the day and plan potential

coverage.

2021 NATIONAL CONVENTION HOTEL LISTING BY DEPARTMENT … 2021 NATIONAL CONVENTION HOTEL LISTING BY DEPARTMENT FOR PHOENIX, ARIZONA (Updated 1/20/2021- Subject to Change) Department Hotel Address Phone # Website THE AMERICAN LEGION POSITIONS How to use this booklet “Positions and Programs of The American Legion” is a guide to the organization’s stances on current issues of concern, as well as a reference to programs of national AMERICAN LEGION FLAG & EMBLEM American Legion Flag & Emblem P.O. Box 36460 Indianapolis, IN 46236 (888) 453-4466 Business Hours: Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. NEW SAL SITE OFFERS ACCESS TO MEMBERSHIP New SAL site offers access to membership. Sons of The American Legion squadron adjutants and officers now have access to membership information, reports and electronic membership tools at www.mySAL.org. The American Legion National Headquarters in Indianapolis developed the website to mimic myLegion.org, which assists post, district and

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2021 NATIONAL CONVENTION HOTEL LISTING BY DEPARTMENT … 2021 NATIONAL CONVENTION HOTEL LISTING BY DEPARTMENT FOR PHOENIX, ARIZONA (Updated 1/20/2021- Subject to Change) Department Hotel Address Phone # Website THE AMERICAN LEGION POSITIONS How to use this booklet “Positions and Programs of The American Legion” is a guide to the organization’s stances on current issues of concern, as well as a reference to programs of national AMERICAN LEGION FLAG & EMBLEM American Legion Flag & Emblem P.O. Box 36460 Indianapolis, IN 46236 (888) 453-4466 Business Hours: Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. NEW SAL SITE OFFERS ACCESS TO MEMBERSHIP New SAL site offers access to membership. Sons of The American Legion squadron adjutants and officers now have access to membership information, reports and electronic membership tools at www.mySAL.org. The American Legion National Headquarters in Indianapolis developed the website to mimic myLegion.org, which assists post, district and

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100 MILES FOR HOPE

May 5, 2021. House prepares veterans’ legislative package ahead of Memorial Day. April 21, 2021. American Legion weighs in on pending veterans’ legislation. April 13, 2021. 'They’re trying to deny us until we die': Veterans hope new toxic exposure bill will spur change at VA. April 8, 2021. TAKE THE BASIC TRAINING COURSE Basic Training course. Have your new and current post members taken The American Legion’s free Basic Training course? The course covers five topics: history and organization; Veterans Affairs & Rehabilitation; National Security; Americanism; and Children & Youth.

BUDDY CHECK

BUDDY CHECK WEEK. As American Legion members, our most sacred responsibility is to look out for each other and our fellow veterans. During Buddy Check week, our goal is to reconnect with veterans who may need assistance but don't know where to go or who to ask.

LEGION RACING

Seven habits to carry forward from the pandemic. May 6, 2021. American Legion fights against sexual assault and harassment ‘epidemic’. April 7, 2021. VA’s Million Veterans Program seeks to enroll more women veterans. March 30, 2021. One year and growing

TRAINING TUESDAYS

Training Tuesdays. The last Tuesday of each month American Legion National Headquarters staff will present 60 to 90-minute sessions on topics aimed at post commanders and adjutants. Each session will be recorded and made available for later viewing. 2021 SQUADRON HANDBOOK 2 Squadron Handbook of the Sons of The American Legion Overview HISTORY Sept. 12-15, 1932: The Sons of The American Legion is established as a non- political, non-sectarian civilian organization by the 14th National Convention of The American Legion in Portland,

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HOW TO PARTICIPATE IN THE AMERICAN LEGION 100 MILES FOR After an overwhelming success in its first year, The American Legion 100 Miles for Hope was expanded in 2021. Thanks to a recommendation from The American Legion Riders National Advisory Committee, a special event for American Legion Riders kicked off in June. Now through Sept. 6, chapters and individuals can join The American Legion 100 Miles for Hope Riders challenge and receive awards MEET THE DRIVERS OF INDYCAR NO. 48 Two of the biggest names in auto-racing history drive The American Legion 48 car in the NTT INDYCAR SERIES races across the country in 2021. Jimmie Johnson Learn more Tony Kanaan Learn more STAY IN THE KNOW: SUBSCRIBE TO AMERICAN LEGION E The American Legion has a variety of e-newsletters to keep you informed on news stories, programs, training and more. BOYS NATION 75: A GROWING COUNTRY, A GROWING PROGRAM The 1950s saw both the U.S. and American Legion Boys Nation grow. THE AMERICAN LEGION A U.S. VETERANS ASSOCIATIONABOUTPROGRAMSSERVICESMEMBERSMEDIACONTACT The American Legion is the nation’s largest wartime veterans service organization aimed at advocating patriotism across the U.S. through diverse programs and member benefits. WELCOME | THE AMERICAN LEGION July 21, 2020. Seven habits to carry forward from the pandemic. May 6, 2021. American Legion fights against sexual assault and harassment ‘epidemic’. April 7, 2021. VA’s Million Veterans Program seeks to enroll more women veterans. March 30, 2021. One year

MYLEGION.ORG

MyLegion.org. MyLegion.org provides membership information, reports and electronic membership tools such as data change forms for department and post leadership. NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS DIVISIONS 2021 OFFICER'S GUIDE More publications in Internal Affairs. National Membership Record. Amateur Radio & The American Legion. SAL Membership Application. Legion Riders. 2021 SAL Squadron Data Report (SDR) District Commander's Guide. Operation Comfort Warriors Brochure - Because We Care. Trophies, Awards and Ceremonials Manual. RENEW YOUR MEMBERSHIP ONLINE Click Here to Renew Membership. Together, we make a difference. The American Legion was chartered and incorporated by Congress in 1919 as a patriotic veterans organization devoted to mutual helpfulness. NEW SAL SITE OFFERS ACCESS TO MEMBERSHIP New SAL site offers access to membership. Sons of The American Legion squadron adjutants and officers now have access to membership information, reports and electronic membership tools at www.mySAL.org. The American Legion National Headquarters in Indianapolis developed the website to mimic myLegion.org, which assists post, district and

county

MILITARY AND VETERAN BURIAL BENEFITS AND FUNERAL HONORS One of the eventualities in life that spouses and families of veterans face is the death of their loved one who served America in uniform. To help ease the burden on loved ones, veterans can make preparations in advance. Important records The first step is to make certain the family has easy access to important documents such as: AMERICAN LEGION FLAG & EMBLEM American Legion Flag & Emblem P.O. Box 36460 Indianapolis, IN 46236 (888) 453-4466 Business Hours: Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. POST 103 PUNTA GORDA, FLORIDA Charter Members of Post 103. Jan 8, 1926. The following were the "Charter Members" who signed the American Legion Post 103 initial Charter: George O. Dewey W.S. Whitfield C.A. Waltmire (* First Post Commander) Clyde A. Allen W.S. Bingham A.B. Tucker John Pelzer F.C. Page Jerome Waltmire H.C. Bennett M.M. Darat J.O. Waltmire W.H.

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THE AMERICAN LEGION A U.S. VETERANS ASSOCIATIONABOUTPROGRAMSSERVICESMEMBERSMEDIACONTACT The American Legion is the nation’s largest wartime veterans service organization aimed at advocating patriotism across the U.S. through diverse programs and member benefits. WELCOME | THE AMERICAN LEGION July 21, 2020. Seven habits to carry forward from the pandemic. May 6, 2021. American Legion fights against sexual assault and harassment ‘epidemic’. April 7, 2021. VA’s Million Veterans Program seeks to enroll more women veterans. March 30, 2021. One year

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MEMBERS | THE AMERICAN LEGION Camaraderie, discounts and a top-rated monthly magazine are just a few of the many reasons to join The American Legion. JOIN THE AMERICAN LEGION A Voice in our Nation's Capital. The American Legion is the nation's most influential, effective and dependable advocate of veteran affairs fighting for better active-duty pay, improved housing for active-duty families and helping to ensure that the VA's medical system can properly care for veterans. WELCOME | THE AMERICAN LEGION July 21, 2020. Seven habits to carry forward from the pandemic. May 6, 2021. American Legion fights against sexual assault and harassment ‘epidemic’. April 7, 2021. VA’s Million Veterans Program seeks to enroll more women veterans. March 30, 2021. One year NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS DIVISIONS The Information Technology Division is responsible for the computer software and hardware of the Legion's National Headquarters, including the membership database, email campaigns, electronic membership-management tools, myLegion.org for members and officers, and the printing of renewal notices, labels and mass-mail services.

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AMERICAN LEGION CHARITIES American Legion fights against sexual assault and harassment ‘epidemic’. April 7, 2021. VA’s Million Veterans Program seeks to enroll more women veterans. March 30, 2021. One year and growing for the Tango Alpha Lima podcast. March 25, 2021. Legion-backed AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY Founded in 1919, The American Legion Auxiliary has nearly 1 million members from all walks of life. The Auxiliary administers hundreds of volunteer programs, gives tens of thousands of hours to its communities and to veterans, and raises millions of dollars to support its own programs, as well as other worthwhile charities familiar to

Americans.

TAKE THE BASIC TRAINING COURSE Basic Training course. Have your new and current post members taken The American Legion’s free Basic Training course? The course covers five topics: history and organization; Veterans Affairs & Rehabilitation; National Security; Americanism; and Children & Youth. HOW TO PARTICIPATE IN THE AMERICAN LEGION 100 MILES FOR After an overwhelming success in its first year, The American Legion 100 Miles for Hope was expanded in 2021. Thanks to a recommendation from The American Legion Riders National Advisory Committee, a special event for American Legion Riders kicked off in June. Now through Sept. 6, chapters and individuals can join The American Legion 100 Miles for Hope Riders challenge and receive awards

THE POPPY STORY

The poem was written by Lieutenant Colonel John McCrae, M.D. while serving on the front lines. On September 27, 1920, the poppy became the official flower of The American Legion family to memorialize the soldiers who fought and died during the war. In 1924, the distribution of poppies became a national program of The American Legion. 2021 MEMORIAL DAY IN WASHINGTON D.C. American Legion National Vice Commander David L. King and National Veterans Affairs & Rehabilitation Director Mario Marquez salute as the Joint Armed Forces color guard present colors during the National Anthem at the 2021 Memorial Day observances at the National Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. Photo by Lexey Swall/The

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THE AMERICAN LEGION A U.S. VETERANS ASSOCIATIONABOUTPROGRAMSSERVICESMEMBERSMEDIACONTACT The American Legion is the nation’s largest wartime veterans service organization aimed at advocating patriotism across the U.S. through diverse programs and member benefits. WELCOME | THE AMERICAN LEGION July 21, 2020. Seven habits to carry forward from the pandemic. May 6, 2021. American Legion fights against sexual assault and harassment ‘epidemic’. April 7, 2021. VA’s Million Veterans Program seeks to enroll more women veterans. March 30, 2021. One year

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THE AMERICAN LEGION A U.S. VETERANS ASSOCIATIONABOUTPROGRAMSSERVICESMEMBERSMEDIACONTACT The American Legion is the nation’s largest wartime veterans service organization aimed at advocating patriotism across the U.S. through diverse programs and member benefits. WELCOME | THE AMERICAN LEGION July 21, 2020. Seven habits to carry forward from the pandemic. May 6, 2021. American Legion fights against sexual assault and harassment ‘epidemic’. April 7, 2021. VA’s Million Veterans Program seeks to enroll more women veterans. March 30, 2021. One year

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AMERICAN LEGION CHARITIES American Legion fights against sexual assault and harassment ‘epidemic’. April 7, 2021. VA’s Million Veterans Program seeks to enroll more women veterans. March 30, 2021. One year and growing for the Tango Alpha Lima podcast. March 25, 2021. Legion-backed AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY Founded in 1919, The American Legion Auxiliary has nearly 1 million members from all walks of life. The Auxiliary administers hundreds of volunteer programs, gives tens of thousands of hours to its communities and to veterans, and raises millions of dollars to support its own programs, as well as other worthwhile charities familiar to

Americans.

THE POPPY STORY

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MyLegion.org provides membership information, reports and electronic membership tools such as data change forms for department and post

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NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS DIVISIONS RENEW YOUR MEMBERSHIP ONLINE Click Here to Renew Membership. Together, we make a difference. The American Legion was chartered and incorporated by Congress in 1919 as a patriotic veterans organization devoted to mutual helpfulness. 2021 SAL SQUADRON DATA REPORT (SDR) The American Legion was chartered and incorporated by Congress in 1919 as a patriotic veterans organization devoted to mutual helpfulness. THE AMERICAN LEGION MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION The American Legion was chartered and incorporated by Congress in 1919 as a patriotic veterans organization devoted to mutual helpfulness. MILITARY AND VETERAN BURIAL BENEFITS AND FUNERAL HONORS One of the eventualities in life that spouses and families of veterans face is the death of their loved one who served America in uniform. To help ease the burden on loved ones, veterans can make preparations in advance. Important records The first step is to make certain the family has easy access to important documents such as: NEW SAL SITE OFFERS ACCESS TO MEMBERSHIP Sons of The American Legion squadron adjutants and officers now have access to membership information, reports and electronic membership tools at www.mySAL.org.. The American Legion National Headquarters in Indianapolis developed the website to mimic myLegion.org, which assists post, district and county officers with their membership

needs.

AMERICAN LEGION FLAG & EMBLEM American Legion Flag & Emblem P.O. Box 36460 Indianapolis, IN 46236 (888) 453-4466 Business Hours: Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. THE AMERICAN LEGION A U.S. VETERANS ASSOCIATIONABOUTPROGRAMSSERVICESMEMBERSMEDIACONTACT The American Legion is the nation’s largest wartime veterans service organization aimed at advocating patriotism across the U.S. through diverse programs and member benefits. WELCOME | THE AMERICAN LEGION Your membership helps ensure that The American Legion remains the most powerful voice in America on behalf of veterans.

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AMERICAN LEGION FLAG & EMBLEM American Legion Flag & Emblem P.O. Box 36460 Indianapolis, IN 46236 (888) 453-4466 Business Hours: Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. MEMBERS | THE AMERICAN LEGION Camaraderie, discounts and a top-rated monthly magazine are just a few of the many reasons to join The American Legion. WELCOME | THE AMERICAN LEGION Your membership helps ensure that The American Legion remains the most powerful voice in America on behalf of veterans. JOIN THE AMERICAN LEGION Free Monthly Magazine. Our nation's leaders speak directly to citizens on the pages of The American Legion Magazine. The American Legion's organizational goals are promoted using the words of talented writers, professional journalists, and world leaders. NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS DIVISIONS Finance. The Finance Division works with the Finance Commission in regards to, among others, the organization’s annual budget; funds management and oversight for divisions and departments within the Legion; permanent endowments and funds, including The American Legion Child Welfare Foundation, The American Legion Endowment Fund, The American Legion Insurance Committee, The American Legion AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY Founded in 1919, The American Legion Auxiliary has nearly 1 million members from all walks of life. The Auxiliary administers hundreds of volunteer programs, gives tens of thousands of hours to its communities and to veterans, and raises millions of dollars to support its own programs, as well as other worthwhile charities familiar to

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AMERICAN LEGION CHARITIES American Legion Charities Thanks to the support of generous donors like you, The American Legion can continue to provide much-needed assistance to our fellow veterans, service members and their families.

MEMBERSHIP RENEWALS

Membership in The American Legion is based on a calendar-year from January 1st to December 31st. When a member pays their dues, they are paid up for that membership year. They will also receive twelve monthly subscriptions to The American Legion Magazine. TAKE THE BASIC TRAINING COURSE Basic Training course. Have your new and current post members taken The American Legion’s free Basic Training course? The course covers five topics: history and organization; Veterans Affairs & Rehabilitation; National Security; Americanism; and Children & Youth.

THE POPPY STORY

After World War I, the poppy flourished in Europe. Scientists attributed the growth to soils in France and Belgium becoming enriched with lime from the rubble left by the war. From the dirt and mud grew a beautiful red poppy. The red poppy came to symbolize the blood shed during battle following the publication of the wartime poem “In

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