John Wayne - What the Scout Law means to me
A great American, John Wayne, passed away many years ago. One of his last public appearances was at a dinner. He was riddled with cancer and knew he was close to death. The purpose of the dinner was to benefit a land purchase for a Scout Reservation called John Wayne Outpost Camp. At this dinner, Wayne recited the Scout Law. Then he did something unusual, he said, the twelve points of the Scout Law are "nice words". "Trouble is." he continued. "we learn them so young we sometimes don't get all the understanding that goes with them. I take care ...
Don’t Miss Out on the National Convention
National Convention Milwaukee, Wisconsin August 27, - September 2, 2010 Don't miss out on the opportunity to attend the 92nd American Legion National Convention. We have a great opportunity to save money while traveling in style to the convention with the Pennsylvania Department Bus Trip. This will give you the chance to save a little money and travel to the convention without any worries. Click Here for more information about the bus trip to the National Convention. The Pennsylvania delegation will be staying at the Doubletree Hotel Milwaukee City Center. The hotel reservations must be made through Department Headquarters. The room rate is $119.18 including ...
Vote for Operation Comfort Warriors
The American Legion Operation Comfort Warriors is up for a $250,000 grant from Pepsi. Please take a couple of minutes to vote and then let your family, friends and co-workers know to vote too! Click Here to vote for Operation Comfort Warriors Goals Provide items for the troops not normally covered by the government. Overview Operation Comfort Warriors is a campaign by The American Legion to provide comfort items such as DVDs, calling cards, portable electronics, clothes, puzzles and other gifts to U.S. military troops recovering in hospitals and warrior transition units.More than 35,000 men and women in the U.S. military have been injured as ...
Prayer for Haiti
Lord we come to you on bended knee, heads bowed overflowing with grief for the many people who have been injured and the loss of love ones in Haiti. Those who are waiting to hear from their love ones, Father we ask for your comfort and compassion during their time of need and pray for their safety. We ask you Lord, to give courage and strength to those who go to their aid and through their hearts will be heavy and filled with sorrow we ask Lord that you give them endurance needed to help them through their difficult task. Please give the ...
Keystone Boys State
Pennsylvania American Legion Keystone Boys State is a unique week long summertime educational program that does not emphasize classroom lectures and textbook learning. Instead, it focuses on participation and personal experience in a model state, complete with governing bodies and elected public officials. It is designed to mirror the structure and operation of its respective state government. The American Legion believes there is no better way to assure the survival of our republic than to train our young people in the ideals and objectives of American Government. Boys State is designed to supplement the information taught in high school civics classes. ...
Current News
“Freedom Car” Rides Again
The American Legion Race Team will be honoring all veterans on Armed Forces Day weekend (May 14-16, 2010) at Dover International Speedway in Dover, Del. The No. 76 American Legion/David Law Firm “Freedom Car” will be on display all weekend in the FanZone area at the Monster Mile. This event is a wonderful and unique opportunity for members of the Legion “family” to join the American Legion...
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Your Oratorical Program
You’re invited to come out and see the Pennsylvania State Oratorical Scholarship Program finals. The final stage of the program will be held at the beautiful Forum Building in downtown Harrisburg on March 6, 2010. Admissions free for all those who want to come and watch the best of the best in Pennsylvania.
The contestants prepare an 8 - 10 minute, memorized oration on some phase of the...
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Quality over Quantity
The American Legion is urging the Department of Veterans Affairs to redouble its efforts to reduce the staggering backlog of disability claims filed by veterans. According to the Legion, more than 400,000 new claims are now pending, with an additional 200,000 denials being appealed.
“The VA disability claims backlog is a problem that won’t go away anytime soon, but VA can reduce it by emphasizing...
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Home Renovations - View the video shown at the benefit dinner
2009 was a big year for the Philadelphia and Coraopolis transitional homes that are owned and operated by Housing for Homeless Veterans.
The Philadelphia home was up for a HGTV Change the World America’s Heroes contest. Our Philadelphia home went up against seven other veteran homeless shelters across the United States and we won. Monica Pedersen and Carter Oosterhouse of HGTV created...
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