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 Rikki Almanza | Sep 25, 2025
Veterans continue to show higher levels of civic participation than their civilian peers, but the gap between the two groups has narrowed in recent years, according to the 2025 Veterans Civic Health Index released Sept. 18. The report, compiled by ‘We the...
by Rikki Almanza | Aug 19, 2025
The American Legion Departments of California and Washington have entered a friendly rivalry to see which state can rally the most participants for the USA 250 Challenge, a nationwide campaign designed to celebrate America’s 250th birthday through fitness, mental...
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 | Apr 10, 2025
🚨 FINAL CALL: Only 3 Weeks to Go! 🚨 Don’t miss your chance to be part of the event of the season — Heroes, Legends, and Baseball Dreams, happening May 2nd! 🌟 With CEOs, influential people, professional athletes, and celebrities all under one roof, this night is...
by Rikki Almanza | Jan 24, 2025
While first responders worked to combat the Los Angeles Fires, a group of wildland firefighters and Marine Corps Veterans made a special stop to visit 108-year-old Joe Harris, a World War II Veteran and one of the last surviving members of the historic 555th Parachute...
