Sons of The American Legion

06/21/2026

Happy Father's Day!

06/17/2026

“It’s an actual camp and an opportunity for kids to be kids,” said Brian Shedd, immediate past Detachment of Georgia commander, who has been co-director of Georgia’s American Legion Family Junior Leadership Camp for the past seven years alongside SAL member Richard Stanley. “We're trying to teach the children about The American Legion, about ethics, about morals.”
Read more at https://www.legion.org/information-center/news/youth/2026/june/legion-youth-camp-instills-patriotism-leadership-camaraderie

06/15/2026

Media resources and sample remarks are available at https://www.legion.org/information-center/news/usa250/2026/june/let-america-know-how-youre-celebrating-the-250th to help posts, units, squadrons and chapters share their plans for America's 250th celebration.

06/15/2026

Retired Air Force veteran Paul Evans knows how video games and the gaming community provide mental health benefits to veterans. For him, it’s helped with the PTSD he associates with his deployment to Afghanistan.
But he has also witnessed how gaming can be a lifeline for veterans who may be in crisis.
Read more at https://www.legion.org/information-center/news/be-the-one/2026/june/video-games-serve-as-a-conduit-for-saving-lives-growing-membership

06/14/2026

Today, we celebrate the birthday of the United States Army and honor the soldiers who have defended our nation since 1775.

From the Revolutionary War to today's missions around the globe, generations of Army soldiers have answered the call with an unwavering commitment to duty.

To all who have worn the Army uniform: thank you for your service and sacrifice.

Happy 251st Birthday, Army!

06/14/2026

06/09/2026

"I think that’s important, that for each succeeding generation that we do not forget what transpired in Europe in World War II. You had the worst of humanity with Hi**er and what he did, and then you had the best of humanity here on the beaches of Normandy and in the countryside … people who laid down their own lives for freedom. I think it’s important for future generations to remember that.”
American Legion National Commander Dan K. Wiley reflects on the importance of commemorating D-Day in Normandy. Catch up on stories from the 82nd anniversary:
https://www.legion.org/information-center/news/commander/2026/june/honor-under-temperamental-normandy-skies
https://www.legion.org/information-center/news/honor/2026/june/first-day-brigadier-general-salutes-fellow-one-star-theodore-roosevelt-jr
https://www.legion.org/information-center/news/honor/2026/june/wwii-veterans-treated-like-kings-and-queens-in-normandy

06/08/2026

During May, The American Legion honored those who made the ultimate sacrifice first and foremost. Throughout the month, the Legion also demonstrated its commitment to supporting veterans, mentoring children and youth, and much more. Go to https://www.legion.org/information-center/news/membership/2026/june/how-the-american-legion-supported-veterans-and-youths-in-may to access the May Membership Impact Report.

During May, The American Legion honored those who made the ultimate sacrifice first and foremost. Throughout the month, the Legion also demonstrated its commitment to supporting veterans, mentoring children and youth, and much more. Among the highlights:

06/06/2026

06/05/2026

If you're watching college baseball's Super Regionals this weekend, there's a good chance you'll see a former American Legion Baseball player at some point. Check out details on the 16 teams and the ALB alumni on their rosters: https://www.legion.org/information-center/news/baseball/2026/june/legion-baseball-alumni-chasing-shot-at-college-world-series

The NCAA baseball season has reached the Super Regional stage, and each of the final 16 teams includes key contributors who played American Legion Baseball.