American Legion
2nd District commander’s July 2024 report
I would like to thank all of the Legionnaires who took time out of their busy schedules to attend the 2nd District Convention!
1st District Commander’s July 2024 Report
Wow, what quick year I had. I started as 1st District commander thinking I knew the answers and found out that I had only a fraction of them, but I did realize one thing.
Beware: Bad actors want to steal from veterans
Thieves are working aggressively to steal from veterans, veteran service organizations, veteran nonprofits and government agencies that work with veterans.
Hamel Post 394 leads Memorial Day
Hamel American Legion Post 394 and VFW Post 5903 presented colors at a Memorial Day ceremony at Plymouth City Hall.
Snowmobilers for Legion Baseball
Fosston Post 114 Vice Commander Jon Vig accepts a check from Lengby Fosston Knightriders Snowmobile Club Member Parker Nelson.
Kids shelter veterans from the rain
As the rain began to fall more heavily, a group of children lined up behind the Hayfield Post 330 veterans with their umbrellas to shield them from the weather during the Memorial Day ceremony.
105th Department of Minnesota Convention approves 8 resolutions
WILLMAR — The 105th American Legion Department of Minnesota Convention approved a resolution to remove language that separates American Legion female cap practices from males.
National Commander Seehafer issues statement on assassination attempt on former President Trump
“The American Legion is deeply saddened about the attack on former President Trump and the shooting of innocent spectators. ...
Department Convention debates where resolutions should come from
WILLMAR — The 105th American Legion Department of Minnesota Convention dealt with a process issue on its opening day, July 11.
Where does your post rank for members?
Sure, it’s not fair to compare big and small cities, but, for curiosity and going into a new Legion year, it is good to know how all Minnesota posts stand.
Have you tried the Fo’ Cheezy?
Specialties include a multitude of desired items, two of which are the MN Poutine appetizer and the Fo’ Cheezy burger.
Meet the Constitutional Officers for Minnesota Boys State
The nearly 170 young men to participate this year were divided amongst six cities and three counties for the week at St. John’s University in Collegeville.