Armed Forces Day The American Legion celebrates Armed Forces Day on to honor all active and former members of the United States military. Armed Forces Day is different from Veterans […]
Armed Forces Day May 16, 2026 American Legion Family members celebrate Armed Forces Day to honor the men and women who serve in the United States military.
American Legion National Oratorical Contest May 15, 2026 The American Legion National Oratorical Contest, a high school speech contest on the U.S. Constitution, awards $203,500 in scholarships each year at […]
Children of Fallen Patriots Day The American Legion recognizes Children of Fallen Patriots Day on May 13th to honor the sacrifice of military children who have lost a parent in […]
Mothers Day
VE Day V-E Day (1945) May 8 Victory in Europe Day, or V-E Day, is when Germany surrendered to its Allies in World War II.
Congressional Medal of Honor Day March 25 was established by Congress as National Medal of Honor Day to “foster public appreciation and recognition of Medal of Honor recipients.” Listen to […]
Membership FYI: New ruling on DD214 retention ALA members: Please share the following information with your units, districts/counties/councils, and departments. From Mark Seavey, The American Legion’s national judge advocate: Effective […]
Sons of The American Legion National Membership Target Dates Click Here for a printable version
Register for the American Legion Legacy Run 2025 Join us August 17 to 21, 2025 on the 2025 American Legion Legacy Run, advancing hope for veterans and their families through […]
