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Navy Veteran from Beaver Dam, Wis., Elected National Commander of The American Legion

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Thursday, August 31, 2023
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He is continuing the theme of "Be the One," The American Legion's initiative to prevent veteran suicide.

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  • He is continuing the theme of "Be the One," The American Legion's initiative to prevent veteran suicide.
  • An ordained minister from Wisconsin, he earned his American Legion eligibility through service in the U.S. Navy and Navy Reserve, where he served as a military chaplain.
  • A member of American Legion Post 157 in Horicon, Wis., Seehafer served in a number of American Legion offices at every level, including national chaplain and commander of the Department of Wisconsin.
  • His American Legion post was recognized for "100 percent" and "All-Time High" in membership during his terms as commander and adjutant.

Navy Vet from Rockland County, N.Y, Elected National Commander of The American Legion

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Thursday, September 1, 2022
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"Jim" Troiola was elected national commander of the nation's largest veterans organization today in Milwaukee during The American Legion's 103rd national convention.

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  • "Jim" Troiola was elected national commander of the nation's largest veterans organization today in Milwaukee during The American Legion's 103rd national convention.
  • His theme as national commander is "V.E.T.S., Veterans, Education, Teamwork and Sponsor."
  • Troiola, a life member of American Legion Post 1682 in Rockland County, N.Y, served in the U.S. Navy and Navy Reserves from 1969 to 1974.
  • The Troiolas include three generations of American Legion, American Legion Auxiliary or Sons of the American Legion membership.

Henry Repeating Arms Donates $50,000 for Veteran Support to The American Legion

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Wednesday, August 31, 2022
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Charted by Congress in 1919, The American Legion is America's largest wartime veterans service organization, with over two million Legionnaires serving the motto, "Veterans Strengthening America."

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  • Charted by Congress in 1919, The American Legion is America's largest wartime veterans service organization, with over two million Legionnaires serving the motto, "Veterans Strengthening America."
  • "Henry Repeating Arms believes in The American Legion's principles and mission of strengthening America by upholding American values, fostering patriotism, giving back, and we respect their many extraordinary accomplishments," said Wickstrom during Tuesday's General Session.
  • For more information about Henry Repeating Arms and its products, visit henryusa.com or call 866-200-2354 for a free catalog.
  • Henry Repeating Arms is one of the leading rifle and shotgun manufacturers in the United States and a world leader in the lever action category.

VET Tv to Showcase and Stream the American Legion's 103rd National Convention

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Tuesday, August 23, 2022
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SAN DIEGO, Aug. 23, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Veteran Entertainment Television (VET Tv) announced today that it will be onsite at the 103rd National Convention of The American Legion , Aug. 29 through Sept. 1, 2022 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

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  • SAN DIEGO, Aug. 23, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Veteran Entertainment Television (VET Tv) announced today that it will be onsite at the 103rd National Convention of The American Legion , Aug. 29 through Sept. 1, 2022 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
  • With dozens of key decision makers, policy experts, and national leaders attending the convention, VET Tv will be positioned to provide their veteran audience with information they need to know.
  • "We're excited to have VET Tv at the convention covering topics our members feel are important and essential to every veteran in America."
  • In addition to content created at the convention, VET Tv will offer a free one-month trial of their streaming service to every member of The American Legion in the run-up and aftermath of the national meeting.

HeroZona, Sons of American Legion Honor Martin Luther King Jr. with Community Celebration

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Thursday, January 13, 2022
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PHOENIX, Jan. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The HeroZona Foundation , Sons of the American Legion and Travis L. Williams Post 65's "Play It Forward for the Arts" program are excited to announce a community celebration on Monday, Jan. 17, from 3 to 4 p.m. to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

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  • PHOENIX, Jan. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The HeroZona Foundation , Sons of the American Legion and Travis L. Williams Post 65's "Play It Forward for the Arts" program are excited to announce a community celebration on Monday, Jan. 17, from 3 to 4 p.m. to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
  • The event will be hosted at the Travis L. Williams American Legion Post 65 (1624 E. Broadway Rd.)
  • "It's always a great honor for us to host this celebration in remembrance of the great civil rights leader, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.," says U.S. Army Desert Storm Veteran and HeroZona Foundation Co-Founder, Alan "AP" Powell.
  • "This event allows our community to pay tribute to the incredible strides Dr. King made for our country and discuss how we can continue his legacy."

Goodwill® Announces Hiring Of New Chief Mission Officer

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Tuesday, September 28, 2021
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ROCKVILLE, Md., Sept. 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Goodwill Industries International (GII), the leading workforce development provider in North America, is excited to announce the hiring of Martin Scaglione as the organization's new chief mission officer.

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  • ROCKVILLE, Md., Sept. 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Goodwill Industries International (GII), the leading workforce development provider in North America, is excited to announce the hiring of Martin Scaglione as the organization's new chief mission officer.
  • Scaglione's experience in building strategic partnerships and leading organizations through transformation will help advance the Goodwill mission of ensuring people reach their full potential through the power of work.
  • As chief mission officer, Scaglione will work in partnership with local Goodwill leaders to support their efforts to drive outcomes in the communities they serve.
  • For more information or to find a Goodwill location near you, visit goodwill.org, or call (800) GOODWILL.

Vietnam War nurse receives American Legion's highest honor

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Wednesday, September 1, 2021
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PHOENIX, Aug. 31, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Vietnam War combat nurse Diane Carlson Evans of Helena, Mont., received The American Legion's most prestigious award, the Distinguished Service Medal, Tuesday, Aug. 31, at the organization's 102nd National Convention here.

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  • PHOENIX, Aug. 31, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Vietnam War combat nurse Diane Carlson Evans of Helena, Mont., received The American Legion's most prestigious award, the Distinguished Service Medal, Tuesday, Aug. 31, at the organization's 102nd National Convention here.
  • "I believe this prestigious award says more about you than it says about me," she told thousands gathered at the Phoenix Convention Center.
  • "I see today as finally my opportunity to say thank you to The American Legion I am here to thank you for what you did, not for what I did."
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The Veterans Consortium Pro Bono Program Announces New Member of the Executive Board

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Wednesday, August 4, 2021
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Newly appointed TVC Executive Board member, Mario A. Marquez joins a distinguished group of veteran advocates.

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  • Newly appointed TVC Executive Board member, Mario A. Marquez joins a distinguished group of veteran advocates.
  • "Chanin has been a pleasure to work with and a valued member our Executive Board.
  • The Veterans Consortium Pro Bono Program (TVC) is a leading national 501(c)(3) charity providing free legal services in federal venues for veterans in need.
  • TVC operates a federal Veterans Pro Bono Program on behalf of the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims to represent pro se veterans denied care, benefits, or compensation earned from military service.

Travis L. Williams Post 65 Restaurant Awarded Contract to Help Feed Arizona's Most Vulnerable

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Thursday, September 3, 2020
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The American Legion Post 65, including All About Food LLC, will officially be reopening on Friday, September 11.

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  • The American Legion Post 65, including All About Food LLC, will officially be reopening on Friday, September 11.
  • To learn about the Travis L. Williams American Legion Post 65 and all its programs, visit twilliamspost65.org .
  • The Travis L. Williams American Legion Post 65 is made up of 900 members, including the Sons of the American Legion, Auxiliaries and Legionnaires.
  • For more information about the Travis L. Williams American Legion Post 65, visit twilliamspost65.org .