THE AMERICAN LEGION’S MISSION
Chartered and incorporated by Congress in 1919, The American Legion is the nation’s largest veterans service organization and its Department of California is dedicated to serving the approximately 2 million veterans living in communities across the Golden State.
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The American Legion is committed to mentoring youth and the sponsorship of wholesome programs in our communities, advocating patriotism and honor, promoting strong national security, and continued devotion to our fellow servicemembers and veterans. California veterans and their families strengthen America.
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Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, chair of the U.S. Conference of Mayors, USCM, Task Force on Homelessness, and USCM President Reno Mayor Hillary Schieve are leading a bipartisan coalition of over 50 mayors from across the nation. They will meet with key officials from...
Temporary Ban Safeguards Gun Rights for Veterans with Fiduciaries for Six Months
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American Legion Chino Post 299 Celebrated Its 100th Anniversary
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