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Veteran Women Suicide Prevention Conference Organized by Woman Veteran Who Found Healing with the Legion

On April 26, California American Legion posts will join forces with the Los Angeles County Department of Military and Veterans Affairs for a Veteran Women...

‘Unfrosted’ Legion Racing Car Will Be at the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach This Weekend

Linus Lundqvist will drive the No. 8 American Legion Honda featuring 'Be the One' messaging, with a special 'Unfrosted' paint scheme promoting Netflix's upcoming comedy...

Supreme Court Ruling Sides with Veteran’s Entitlement to Dual Education Benefits

The Supreme Court sided with Army Veteran James Rudisill, granting him access to education benefits from both the Montgomery GI Bill and Post-9/11 GI Bill,...

American Legion Chino Post 299 Celebrated Its 100th Anniversary

American Legion Chino Post 299 celebrated its 100th anniversary with a gala, honoring the legacy of Elmer Carl Jertberg and his contributions to the community,...

VA Modifies Disability Rating System for Digestive Disorders

The VA has made revisions to its rating system for digestive disorders in order to more fairly compensate Veterans.

A Veteran-Owned Distillery and The American Legion Are Collaborating on ‘Be the One’ Fundraiser

Veteran-owned distillery, Hotel Tango Distillery, is pledging to donate $1 of every bottle sold of its limited-time Red, White & Bourbon to support The American...

A RAND Corporation Study Examines Support and Causes for Extremism Among Some Veterans

A RAND Corporation study examines how military experiences, transition challenges to civilian life, and ideological factors contribute to extremist sentiments among some U.S. Veterans.

The American Legion and MilitaryHire Are Hosting a Virtual Hiring Fair on April 23

The American Legion and MilitaryHire wil be co-hosting a virtual hiring fair for Service Members, Veterans, and spouses of Service Members on April 23.

American Legion Riders Chapter 95 Escorts Four Unclaimed Vietnam Veterans to Final Resting Place

Oroville American Legion Riders Chapter 95 escorted four unclaimed Vietnam Veterans to their final resting place in Shasta County.

Legislators Advocate for a 2025 Increase in Veterans’ Benefits Based on Cost of Living

Senate leaders introduced plans to ensure a cost-of-living boost in benefits for Veterans in 2025, equivalent to what Social Security beneficiaries will receive.