American Legion

Legions POW/MIA accounting mission is long and resolute Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency Director Kelly McKeague speaks during Day 1 of the general session of The American Legion 105th National Convention at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans on Tuesday, Aug. 27. Photo by Jennifer Blohm/The American Legion Legion’s POW/MIA accounting mission is […]

CONVENTION LIAISON COMMITTEE Charles Oakley Department Commander Craig Wilhelm appointed the following individuals to the Convention Liaison Committee for 2023-24: Department Chairman – Charles Oakley; Eastern Vice Chairman – John Tomosky; Central Vice Chairman – Richard Schloendorn; Western Vice Chairman – Ted Minich. In accordance with Article XII, Section 1.c. of the Department Constitution, the […]

Labor Day  

Loyalty. Unity. Valor.  Photo by Hilary Ott/The American Legion Loyalty. Unity. Valor. By Steven B. Brooks AUG 29, 2024 As he stood on the stage of the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans addressing delegates to the 105th American Legion National Convention, newly elected National Commander James A. LaCoursiere Jr. pledged to continue to maintain […]

Tango Alpha Lima Kevin Hines jumped off the Golden Gate Bridge in 2000 and lived to tell about it. While the suicide attempt broke his body, it did not break his spirit, and he has since dedicated his life to helping others overcome mental health challenges and teach them how to love the life they […]

National Suicide Prevention Month September is National Suicide Prevention Month. All month, mental health advocates, prevention organizations, survivors, allies, and community members unite to promote suicide prevention awareness. National Suicide Prevention Month