Tim Engstrom
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ALR Director: Send in runs, rides and fundraisers
With fall upon us, many of us Legion Riders are hoping for a couple of more rides before we have to put our bikes away for the winter.
Legionnaire Insurance Trust has raised nearly $4.6M for Minnesota
ST. PAUL — Legionnaire Insurance Trust has been good for the departments of The American Legion, raising $96,729,403 since its inception in 1965.
Never forget we take care of veterans
The American Legion’s mission of “Be the One” is happening for a reason.
Son keeps father’s legacy alive
RED WING — It’s 1944. Radio operator Merrel L. Duncan of Dundee has returned from a mission aboard a B-17 Flying Fortress. He is back at his quarters at Bassingbourn in England, writing in his diary.
Chaplain: God has bestowed gifts upon all of us
That’s right. There are no strings attached. They are given freely.
Detachment Commander: Fisher House does an excellent job!
I was invited to Granite Falls to speak with the members of Post 69 and the Sons of The American Legion Squadron there.
National Commander: Exploitation of veterans should be illegal again
Dear American Legion Family Members and Friends,
Pearl Harbor Rally is December 9
PAYNESVILLE — The Pearl Harbor Rally happens Dec. 9 at Paynesville Post 271 this year.
Osseo Post 172 to host VA suicide-prevention training
As a bonus, wings will be provided to attendees.
Gabe Keith was in Baghdad when the Saddam statue fell
“They didn’t use us for the sexiest missions,” Keith said. “They aren’t going to send a Marine platoon for the most dangerous situations, but we always showed up for duty. My squad was reliable. We had to be available for every rotation.”
Junior Shooting Sports in 2nd District highlighted
The 2nd District witnessed growth in its Junior Shooting Sports program.