The American Legion Dispatch
National Commander's Message
"Veterans were pouring back from the Pacific and Italian campaigns. Thousands were being discharged from hospitals without one cent in their pockets ... There was no provision for their training or employment. In view of the critical situation, I believed that Congress might make an exception of an omnibus bill to aid the millions fighting for their country." Warren H. Atherton, American Legion national commander, 1943 - 1944
"Veterans were pouring back from the Pacific and Italian campaigns. Thousands were being discharged from hospitals without one cent in their pockets ... There was no provision for their training or employment. In view of the critical situation, I believed that Congress might make an exception of an omnibus bill to aid the millions fighting for their country." Warren H. Atherton, American Legion national commander, 1943 - 1944
Troop Support
By Philip M. Callaghan
Heartfelt pandemonium reigned supreme on the afternoon of Nov. 18 in Chapman, Kan. Its population of 1,300 was greatly inflated that day by more than 1,000 well-wishers from surrounding towns and a contingent of soldiers from nearby Fort Riley. Relatives, neighbors, family, friends, veterans and fellow soldiers turned out to watch as Army Spc. Patrick Tutwiler and his family took possession of their completely rebuilt home - courtesy of many volunteers working for ABC's "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition."
Heartfelt pandemonium reigned supreme on the afternoon of Nov. 18 in Chapman, Kan. Its population of 1,300 was greatly inflated that day by more than 1,000 well-wishers from surrounding towns and a contingent of soldiers from nearby Fort Riley. Relatives, neighbors, family, friends, veterans and fellow soldiers turned out to watch as Army Spc. Patrick Tutwiler and his family took possession of their completely rebuilt home - courtesy of many volunteers working for ABC's "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition."
Call to Action
By David K. Rehbein, Desireé Stoy, Tommie Cisna
We need your help. Most importantly, they need you. They are our warriors, our guardians, our protectors. They are liberators, peacekeepers and nation-builders. They are our neighbors, friends and family members. They are the men and women of the U.S. Armed Forces. And now they are hurting.
We need your help. Most importantly, they need you. They are our warriors, our guardians, our protectors. They are liberators, peacekeepers and nation-builders. They are our neighbors, friends and family members. They are the men and women of the U.S. Armed Forces. And now they are hurting.
From the Desk of the National Adjutant
Department of Washington American Legion comes through for soon-to-deploy single mother.
By Daniel S. Wheeler
National Guard Spc. Joy Mack is trying to make a good life as a single parent for her and her two daughters. But sometimes life doesn't cooperate.
By Daniel S. Wheeler
National Guard Spc. Joy Mack is trying to make a good life as a single parent for her and her two daughters. But sometimes life doesn't cooperate.
Dateline: Capitol Hill
By James E. Koutz
The November Dispatch featured year-in-review coverage of Americanism, Children & Youth, Economics and Foreign Relations. Following is coverage of National Security and Veterans Affairs & Rehabilitation issues. On June 30, President Bush signed P.L. 110-252, the Supplemental Appropriations measure for 2008. The law includes appropriations to continue U.S. military operations in the global war on terrorism, as well as funding for various domestic programs.
The November Dispatch featured year-in-review coverage of Americanism, Children & Youth, Economics and Foreign Relations. Following is coverage of National Security and Veterans Affairs & Rehabilitation issues. On June 30, President Bush signed P.L. 110-252, the Supplemental Appropriations measure for 2008. The law includes appropriations to continue U.S. military operations in the global war on terrorism, as well as funding for various domestic programs.
Bernard L. Black Prosperity, S.C. Bernard L. Black of Post 65 (Department of South Carolina) passed away Dec. 1 at age 76. He was a Korean War Air Force veteran. Mr. Black served in several department positions, including department commander from 1983 to 1984 and department adjutant from 1986 to 1996. He also served as national vice commander from 1985 to 1986 and National Distinguished Guests Committee vice chairman from 1996 to 2004.
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