Sons of the American Legion, Detachment of Alaska

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Sons of the American Legion, Detachment of Alaska The Sons of The American Legion was created in 1932 as an organization within The American Legion.

Detachments oversee local squadrons, support American Legion programs like Boys State, raise funds for various causes, and focus on promoting American traditions, citizenship, and support for veterans and their families. The SAL is made up of boys and men of all ages whose parents or grandparents served in the United States military and became eligible for membership in The American Legion. Together, members of The American Legion, The American Legion Auxiliary and the Sons of The American Legion make up what is known as the Legion Family. All three organizations place high importance on preserving our American traditions and values, improving the quality of life for our nation's children, caring for veterans and their families, and perhaps most importantly, teaching the fundamentals of good citizenship.

Why I Belong to the Sons of the American LegionWe belong to the Sons of the American Legion because service did not end ...
10/14/2026

Why I Belong to the Sons of the American Legion

We belong to the Sons of the American Legion because service did not end when our parents, grandparents, brothers, sisters, or family members hung up their uniforms. Their sacrifices created a legacy that deserves to be honored, remembered, and continued.

The Sons of the American Legion is more than an organization, it is a family. It is a place where patriotism, community service, and respect for our veterans come together. Through our programs, volunteer work, and fellowship, we ensure that the values of duty, honor, and country remain strong for future generations.

We belong because we believe veterans should never stand alone. Whether it is supporting veteran programs, assisting local communities, raising funds for children and youth, or simply being there for a fellow member in need, every act of service makes a difference.

We belong because I am proud of the legacy that was passed down to us. The sacrifices made by those who served gave us opportunities and freedoms that many take for granted. Being a Son of the American Legion allows me to give back in a meaningful way and to carry that legacy forward.

Most importantly, we belong because I have found purpose, friendship, and a mission larger than myself. Together, we honor the past, serve the present, and build a stronger future.

That is why we belong to the Sons of the American Legion.

Are there others that are eligible to join? Do you know them? Invite them down, share your reason and encourage them that it is their birthright to join. To belong to something bigger, something that will fill them with pride. It is your duty as a Son to ensure all that are elibgible are welcomed in.

Want it done, Get a SON!
Ask yourself; "Why I Belong" and share that message!

10/14/2026

Hot off the press - the October Millennium is out!

An NEC wrap, POW/MIA events, news from our national committees, and information from the detachments … this is a packed 21-page edition. Enjoy!

https://em.legion.org/files/amf_american_legion/project_32/2026/2026_October_Millennium_FINAL.pdf

RED is an acronym that stands for Remember Everyone Deployed. R.E.D. Friday was created to remind people of our heroes o...
10/09/2026

RED is an acronym that stands for Remember Everyone Deployed. R.E.D. Friday was created to remind people of our heroes overseas and show that we are thinking of them. People across the country wear red every Friday to serve as a reminder and spread the message of how important it is that we keep our troops in our thoughts.

The American Legion Oratorical Contest is an annual high school public speaking competition centered on the U.S. Constit...
10/08/2026

The American Legion Oratorical Contest is an annual high school public speaking competition centered on the U.S. Constitution. Since 1938, the program has challenged students to hone their communication skills while developing a deeper appreciation for the rights and responsibilities of American citizenship.

Contest format
Participants progress through several rounds of competition, beginning at the local level with a sponsoring American Legion Post.

The contest includes two parts:
Prepared oration: A rehearsed, eight- to ten-minute speech on any aspect of the U.S. Constitution. Contestants may reuse or adapt speeches for subsequent years.

Assigned topic: A three- to five-minute impromptu discourse on one of four pre-selected sections of the Constitution. The specific topic is announced just five minutes before the speech.

Eligibility
To participate, a student must meet the following criteria:
Be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident.
Be enrolled in a high school (grades 9–12), junior high, or homeschool program.
Be under the age of 20 by the date of the national contest.
Be a resident of or attend school in the state (department) they are representing.
Early high school graduates are eligible as long as they are not yet enrolled in an institution of higher learning at the time of the department finals

Communication: Every Link MattersCommunication is essential to the success of the Sons of The American Legion. It must f...
10/07/2026

Communication: Every Link Matters

Communication is essential to the success of the Sons of The American Legion. It must flow from National to Detachments, Detachments to Squadrons, and Squadrons to every member—and it must also travel back up the chain.

Ask yourself: Does your Squadron regularly communicate with its members? Does your Detachment make sure important information reaches every Squadron? Are we listening to the newest member as well as our longtime leaders?

We have plenty of tools available: MyLegion.org, email, newsletters, social media, text messages, phone calls, meetings, and personal conversations. The key is using more than one method, because not everyone communicates the same way.

Most importantly, stay connected with new members. Welcome them, explain what is happening, invite them to participate, and give them a reason to stay involved.

Communication creates connection. Connection creates involvement. Involvement creates purpose.

National → Detachment → Squadron → Member

And just as importantly:
Member → Squadron → Detachment → National

Every link matters. Without communication, we will fail.

A new school year is underway, and that means now is the time to start talking about American Legion Boys State!Do not w...
10/06/2026

A new school year is underway, and that means now is the time to start talking about American Legion Boys State!

Do not wait until the last minute to identify students who could benefit from this incredible opportunity. Start conversations with your local high schools, counselors, teachers, parents, and students now.

Boys State gives young men the chance to experience government firsthand, develop leadership and public-speaking skills, build confidence, meet students from across the state, and learn what citizenship and service truly mean.

For our American Legion Posts and Squadrons, preparation should begin long before applications are due. Identify potential delegates, explain the program, answer questions, discuss transportation and sponsorship, and keep following up throughout the school year.

The best candidate may be the student who has never considered himself a leader yet.

Don’t wait until spring to start looking. Start planting the seed today.

Boys State is more than a week-long program—it can be the beginning of a lifetime of leadership, service, and civic involvement.

Start talking about Boys State now!

Media & Communications Commission – Spring Meeting in Indianapolis – May 4th, 2026 During this meeting, the use of Artif...
10/05/2026

Media & Communications Commission –

Spring Meeting in Indianapolis – May 4th, 2026

During this meeting, the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in producing The American Legion Emblem and Brandmark was addressed and discussed in depth.
It is important for all Social Media Content Creators, Historians, and individuals creating flyers or social media graphics to understand that having AI generate or recreate The American Legion trademarked Emblems and Logos is not allowed, as these are federally trademark protected.

What is allowed is the use of official approved emblems and logos provided directly ONLY through:

The American Legion National Headquarters website:
https://www.legion.org/.../emblem-and-brand-mark-download

In addition, Emblem Sales offers a flash drive available for purchase that contains approved official emblems and logos which may be properly applied to flyers, publications, and social media content.

Protecting the integrity and professionalism of our Organization’s identity is important. AI can be a powerful tool for creativity and design, but it should never be used to recreate, alter, or imitate protected American Legion trademarks.
All Post, Units, Squadrons, please help pass along this information to your Historians, Social Media Committees, and Content Creators.

Any questions, please contact Department of Alaska Public Affairs Officer; Vince Winter at: [email protected]


The American Legion Department of Alaska Fall Conference is coming to Anchorage!Hosted by the American Legion Auxiliary ...
09/25/2026

The American Legion Department of Alaska Fall Conference is coming to Anchorage!

Hosted by the American Legion Auxiliary at The American Legion Spenard Post 28, located at 7001 Brayton Drive, Anchorage, AK 99507, the conference will begin on Friday, October 16 with an evening Meet & Greet—a great opportunity for fellowship and reconnecting with members of our Legion Family from across Alaska.

Saturday, October 17 will be filled with training, education, and opportunities for everyone to learn, share ideas, and strengthen our programs and organizations.

More information and a complete schedule will be shared as it becomes available. For now, save the dates and plan to join us in Anchorage!


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Anchorage, AK
99508

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