by caLegion HQ | Mar 27, 2026
The Department Oratorical Contest took place on Sunday, March 22, at the Veterans Administration Hospital Auditorium in Fresno, CA. Thank you to all of the participants and volunteers who made this event possible, and congratulations to the winners! We wish you the...
by caLegion HQ | Mar 19, 2026
Congratulations to the winners of the Area Oratorical Contests! AREA ORATORICAL CONTEST RESULTS: Area 1:1st Place – Jonas Marschner2nd Place – Madyson Prather3rd Place – Jason Dennis Area 2:1st Place – Andrew Lei2nd Place – Anadita...
by caLegion Contributor | Nov 7, 2025
By Fredrick Shacklett, Commander of Whittier Post 51 On Veterans’ Day 2025, The American Legion joins the nation in honoring the dedicated individuals who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces and recommits our support to those who have protected our freedoms. ...
by caLegion Contributor | Apr 30, 2025
On March 30, 2025, the Department Oratorical Contest was held at Clovis Veterans Memorial District, at 808 4th Street, Clovis, CA. The contest started at 1pm. There were 6 students who participated, one from each Area. The contest finals were the following:1st place...
by caLegion Contributor | Feb 27, 2024
On February 25, 2024, the 86th National Oratorical Contest was held on the Department level at Ronald Reagan Palisades Post 283, Pacific Palisades, CA. Post 283 was a tremendous help in ensuring the success of the contest by opening the doors to their facility,...
by caLegion Contributor | Dec 15, 2023
The Oratorical Commission meets virtually in planning the Department Oratorical Speech Contest. Currently, we would like to share with you some insight into having a contest at your Post, District, or Area. First, in planning your contest, you should be aware of the...
