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... 
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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... 
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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... 
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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... 
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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... 
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State Police Youth Week is sponsored by The American Legion Department of Pennsylvania and The Pennsylvania State Police. Program overview: Cadets participate in a wide variety of instructional sessions with Local, State Police and Federal Law Enforcement Agencies.  You will learn how to work as a team and be taught self-esteem, as you will be the... 
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We will be honoring the youth of Allegheny County by presenting awards and showing recognitions for their outstanding work through the American Legion programs.  This dinner pays tribute to the young people throughout Allegheny County, who achieved excellence in their schools, community, Boy or Girl Scouts, Junior ROTC, ect.  The youth will be... 
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Department Commander Joe Socha, Brigadier General Scott D. Wagner, Mrs. Sam Saccamango, Congressman Jason Altmire Today we continue to have young men and woman fighting the War on Terrorism.  Some of these veterans will fall in to a life of homelessness.  There are still veterans from previous wars that are becoming homeless, while some continue... 
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Resolutions that will be brought before the January DEC at the Holiday Inn, Moon Township from January 8 - 10, 2010. Resolution 1024 - 15 to 35 Members Resolution 1025 - Poppies Resolution 1026 - Legion Riders Resolution 1027 - Doc Sebastianelli Resolution 1028 - VA Hospitals Resolution 1029 - Highland Drive Restoration  Read More →

Congress is on the verge of passing the fiscal 2010 omnibus bill that includes appropriations for the Department of Veterans Affairs and military construction. It will provide $134.6 billion for programs and projects of critical importance to America’s veterans, military forces and families. “This level of funding is going to bring a world... 
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