American Legion
1st District commander’s August 2024 report
As I start my second year as 1st District commander, I have more experience than my first year. Which I think makes it easier to do the tasks of the district without the learning curve and can concentrate on the task at hand running out of the gate. If you have the time and patience, then by all means do it.
10th District commander’s August 2024 report
My theme for this year is “Do Your Part,” a nod to a wartime slogan for the Women’s Army Corps (WACs), to acknowledge all the important roles each of us plays in this organization. I think it fits well with the 10th District Auxiliary President Bethany Dickert’s theme “Lift Each Other Up.”
9th District commander’s August 2024 report
Now that our 2024 105th Department Convention is behind us. I would like to take this opportunity to thank all of you for a great year, and I am honored to be your district commander for a second term. Let’s start the 2024-2025 fiscal year out with a bang!
8th District commander’s August 2024 report
Legionnaires of the 8th District of Minnesota, my name is Philip Bodle, your district commander for this year. I am looking forward to visiting the posts in our Great Northern Area!
Judge Advocate: The American Legion is a non-political organization
The American Legion Department of Minnesota Constitution & Bylaws states: Article 2, Section 2., “The American Legion shall be absolutely nonpolitical and shall not be used for the dissemination of partisan principles nor for the promotion of the candidacy of any person seeking political office or preferment.”
7th District commander’s August 2024 report
First off, I would like to introduce myself. I am Carl Wilson from Argonne Forest Post 278 in Brandon.
NECman: Congratulations to new commander and champs
Please, it’s not the price you pay; it’s the price you paid to belong. It’s an honor to belong to The American Legion. Be the One to sign up a new member.
Dvorak endorsed for department commander
Linda M. Dvorak has been endorsed by Charles Borak Post 45, New Prague, and the 3rd District for the office of Department of Minnesota commander for 2025-2026.
It isn’t member poaching; it’s disrespect
The future of The American Legion depends on its ability to adapt and remain relevant to all generations of veterans. By addressing these internal challenges head-on, the Legion can ensure its continued vitality and effectiveness in serving America’s veterans for years to come.
Chaplain: The term ‘legion’ is an inclusive one
The many people who founded The American Legion might have known of G.K. Chesterton even though he lived in England. When putting pen to paper outlining who TAL is and why — the spiritual virtue of serving another for those who have served in uniform, their families and our future was the spotlight.
National Commander Seehafer issues statement on Trump’s Medal of Honor comment
National Commander Daniel Seehafer of The American Legion, which has 1.6 million members including some who are Medal of Honor recipients, has issued the following statement.