by Rikki Almanza | Sep 9, 2026
Editor’s Note: Find 107th National Convention Highlights Part 1 here. The American Legion’s 107th National Convention featured the work being done by Legionnaires, Riders, military families, youth programs, and organizations committed to preserving the stories...
by Rikki Almanza | Sep 8, 2026
Thousands of Legionnaires and members of the American Legion Family gathered in Louisville, Kentucky, for The American Legion’s 107th National Convention, where delegates elected new leadership and heard updates on Veterans health care, disability benefits, suicide...
by caLegion HQ | Aug 27, 2026
During the 107th National Convention, many Subject Matter Expert Training sessions will take place! This includes a training from Department of California member and Newport Harbor Post 291 Service Officer Cory Vigil, discussing Veteran Reintegration. The training...
by caLegion HQ | Jun 29, 2026
Congratulations to the newly elected officers for 2026-2027! Officers will assume their roles on July 1, 2026. Elected Officers: Department Commander, Janice Somers National Executive Committee, Chris Yates Alternate NEC,Larry Maggio Sergeant-at-Arms,Michael Smith...
by caLegion Contributor | Jun 10, 2026
Nick Rosa, Candidate for National Executive Committeeman “Mentoring Future Leaders” I am honored to seek your support as I run for the National Executive Committeeman position for the American Legion Department of California for the 2026 to 2028 term. Leadership and...
by caLegion Contributor | Jun 9, 2026
Larry Maggio, Candidate for Alternate NEC My fellow Legionnaires, My name is Larry Maggio, and I’m honored to be your 2026-2028 (ANEC) Alternate National Executive Committee candidate for the great Department of California. We often talk about the importance of the...
