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James Higuera: A Californian journey in living the national commander’s message

James Higuera: A Californian journey in living the national commander’s message

by Michael Hjelmstad | Oct 13, 2021

It’s been 22 years since California had a representative serve as National Vice Commander for the Western Region.  This year James T. Higuera of Downey, Calif. was elected to that position.  He was born in Los Angeles, enlisted in the Army in 1963, and has been a...
Higuera leading candidate for national vice commander, western states

Higuera leading candidate for national vice commander, western states

by Eric Measles | Dec 12, 2019

The American Legion Department of California should be extremely proud that our candidate, selected by the members of our Department at our Department convention this past June in Ontario, has gone on to bring us pride and honor. Although our Department selects and...

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