American Legion Post 68 - Missoula, MT

06/17/2026

During LA Fleet Week members of American Legion Gaming introduced a...

06/16/2026

The Post 68's regular meeting will be tomorrow June 16 at 6:30pm (1830) at the "Old Flannigan Bldg" at 1700 Stephens Avenue. I hope that most members can attend Tuesday's meeting.

Planning for our August Valor House BBQ and finding new ways to do Fund Raisers in the future our important topics at the meeting.

June 6th was the last time we will be able to use Rosauers for are fundraisers; in the future no events will be allowed inside the building. We can set up outside the store, but the weather makes it impossible.

In August Post 68 will be hosting a BBQ at the Valor House, 2820 Great Northern Loop, ( off Mullan Road turn at Missoula Bone and Joint) August 15th from 11am to 2:30pm. All Veterans are invited. The regular August meeting will be on the 18th.

I hope you can attend these events; your effort and attendance will be beneficial for the Post 68 and Americak Legion.

06/15/2026

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Army Private First Class, Thomas Eugene “Gene” Atkins fought gallantly on the Villa Verde Trail, Luzon, Philippine Islands. With two companions he occupied a position on a ridge outside the perimeter defense established by the 1st Platoon on a high hill. At about 0300 hours, two companies of Japanese attacked with rifle and machine-gun fire, grenades, TNT charges and land mines, severely wounding Pfc. Atkins and killing his two companions. Despite the intense hostile fire and pain from his deep wound, he held his ground and returned heavy fire. After the attack was repulsed, he remained in his precarious position to repel any subsequent assaults instead of returning to the American lines for medical treatment. An enemy machine gun, set up within 20 yards of his foxhole, vainly attempted to drive him off or silence his gun. The Japanese repeatedly made fierce attacks, but for four hours Pfc. Atkins determinedly remained in his foxhole, bearing the brunt of each assault and maintaining steady and accurate fire until each charge was repulsed. At 7:00 A.M., 13 enemy dead lay in front of his position; he had fired 400 rounds, all he and his two dead companions possessed, and had used three rifles until each had jammed too badly for further operation. He withdrew during a lull to secure a rifle and more ammunition, and was persuaded to remain for medical treatment. While waiting, he saw a Japanese within the perimeter and, seizing a nearby rifle, killed him. A few minutes later, while lying on a litter, he discovered an enemy group moving up behind the platoon's lines. Despite his severe wounds he sat up, delivered heavy rifle fire against the group, and forced them to withdraw. Pfc. Atkins' superb bravery and his fearless determination to hold his post against the main force of repeated enemy attacks, even though painfully wounded, were major factors in enabling his comrades to maintain their lines against a numerically superior enemy force.

https://www.cmohs.org/recipients/thomas-eugene-gene-atkins

06/15/2026

Some great reminders as Flag Day approaches.

06/10/2026

Another tool to support our veterans.

Asking for help is a sign of strength. You can start by taking a self-screen, developed by National Center for PTSD - U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to learn if your thoughts and feelings may be related to PTSD. https://www.ptsd.va.gov/screen

06/09/2026

Another Training Tuesday opportunity to gather and understand a bit more about Wreaths Across America mission.

Mark your calendars! The next Training Tuesday is June 30, and you won't want to miss it.

This session, our partner Wreaths Across America informs attendees of their year-round mission and how we can support the mission in our own communities.

Register today and add it to your calendar now so you're ready when June 30 arrives.

Save your spot: https://www.legion.org/information-center/training/training-tuesdays

Tag a fellow Legionnaire who should join you!

06/08/2026

Check out some great opportunities available.

06/08/2026

A big shout out to Helen and Larry for manning our booth.

06/07/2026

06/06/2026

Well done and congratulations!

Army veteran Daniel Vicovan spent months at the Poverello Center before receiving help from local organizations that helped him secure permanent housing.