American Legion
TALMN News Network Episode 1: Department Commander Dr. Carl Moon
Department Commander Dr. Carl Moon talks about his goals and project for the year.
Service officer: ‘We all could very easily be in her position’
SHAKOPEE — One of Marissa LaCourt’s neighbors in Farmington wanted to get rid of his wife’s old car after she purchased a new one.
Department Legion College
As an American Legion member in the Department of Minnesota, attending the Minnesota American Legion College at Camp Ripley in April is an invaluable opportunity to expand your knowledge, develop your leadership skills, and connect with fellow Legion members from across the state.
Slayton’s Brad Pagel is a Gulf War veteran who survived peace
SLAYTON — Brad Pagel, 55, grew up on a dairy farm in rural Garvin, milking cows twice daily. His father served in the Army, and during Pagel’s sophomore year of high school, he became interested in following in his father’s footsteps.
Chaplain: National College dedicated to Legion
For the past three years I have had the privilege of being a “tator” (i.e.: facilitator) at the National American Legion College in Indianapolis. It is a weeklong lift-me-up.
Commander: ’Tis the season to serve the community
’Tis the season, and here’s hoping everyone enjoyed their Thanksgiving and is looking forward to a jolly Christmas and a joyous New Year.
Have you heard about the Veteran’s Voices Writing Project?
Couldn't be any happier with this opportunity to talk with one of the Veteran's Voices Project's editors - Ted Iliff. Never heard of VVWP? Listen in as this non-profit continues to provide printed periodicals of veteran's written and visual art to our VA medical centers.
American Legion applauds House passage of Elizabeth Dole 21st Century Veterans Act
WASHINGTON — The American Legion is applauding the House passage of the Elizabeth Dole 21st Century Veterans Act, which will improve the quality of health care for our nation's veterans.
‘I answered the phone’
Unusual as I often do not answer calls from private or unknown people. I wait to see if they leave me a message. This time I answered the phone — and I’m so glad I did!
1st District Commander’s November 2024 Report
As I am sitting here thinking about what to say in my November article, all that comes to mind is that the holidays are coming, and we have some members who are not with family. We should help each and every one in the 1st District feel like they are with family, for that is what made us who we are — our military family, then our veteran family.
3rd District Commander’s November 2024 Report
The summer is over, and the membership races are hot and heavy. The 2nd District was in first place at the Fall Conference, and the 3rd District was in fifth place. However, it is early and we have a few months to go. The percentages are very close. We hope to catch up.
6th District Commander’s November 2024 Report
As I write this, it looks like we are finally turning the page heading into fall. The leaves have turned and cleanup has begun. It seems like every time we get the leaves picked up, we get another windy day, and they all come back.