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Rikki Almanza
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“Face of the Enemy: An American Asian’s War in Vietnam and at Home”: David O. Chung, A U.S. Air Force Veteran’s Memoir
"Face of the Enemy: An American Asian’s War in Vietnam and at Home" recounts the journey of U.S. Air Force Veteran David O. "Doc" Chung,...
Redondo Beach Veterans Memorial Task Force Chairman Reflects on Recent Ceremony Honoring Local California Veterans
Tom Lasser, Chairman of the Redondo Beach Veterans Memorial Task Force, expresses gratitude for community support following the Veterans Day Tribute, emphasizing the importance of...
Defense Department’s Warfighter Brain Health Initiative Targets TBI Caused by ‘Low-Level’ Blasts
The Department of Defense is prioritizing warfighter brain health through the Warfighter Brain Health Initiative, addressing the impact of low-level blasts with a focus on...
All VA-Enrolled Veterans Can Receive Regular Toxic Exposure Screenings
Mandated by the PACT Act, all Veterans enrolled in VA health care will recieve regular screenings every 5 years to identify potential toxic exposures and...
Army Secures Commander-in-Chief’s Trophy with Victory Over Navy
In Saturday's Army-Navy game at Gillette Stadium, Army secured a 17-11 victory over Navy, sealing the historic win and the Commander-in-Chief's Trophy for the first...
Wreaths Across America Gears Up for Annual Ceremony on December 16
Wreaths Across America, hosting its 31st annual ceremony on December 16, is calling for volunteers to place over 2 million Veterans' Wreaths at 4,000 locations...
Veterans Affairs Grapples with Technical Glitches, Backlog, and Surging Claims
Over 120,000 veterans experienced technical issues filing online benefit claims, prompting concerns to address the backlog and keep pace with a surge in claims, particularly...
The American Legion’s Annual Holiday Blood Donor Drive Is Currently Underway
The American Legion's ongoing annual Holiday Blood Donor Drive, running from Nov. 23 to Dec. 31, urges Legionnaires to participate in the American Legion Blood...
The American Legion Partners with ShipThrifty to Send Care Packages to Deployed Service Members This Holiday Season
Legionnaires and volunteers are actively supporting deployed military Service Members during the holidays by sending care packages with ShipThrifty.
A Powerful Documentary, “TRIBAL,” Sheds Light on Combat Veterans’ Struggles, Set for Release on December 19
"TRIBAL," a documentary by Army Veteran Mark Kershaw, releasing on December 19, 2023, explores combat Veterans' struggles with suicide and PTSD, offering an authentic perspective...
