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Help us spread the word about #BeTheOne , our initiative to reduce #veteran #suicides by destigmatizing asking for #mentalhealth support. We have resources to get the message out, incl. videos & print materials to share. Learn more: . #SuicidePrevention

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, @POTUS : To fulfill our patriotic duties, we must take care of our great #veterans . Now you have true reformer in @SecShulkin . #ALConv2017

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, @POTUS on VA appeals modernization: No more will #veterans wait years for answer. Legion pressed so very hard on this issue. #ALConv2017

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Nat’l Cmdr Rohan letter to President Trump: “I strongly urge you to make an appropriate presidential proclamation noting Senator McCain’s death & legacy of service to our nation, & that our nation’s flag be half-staffed through his interment.” Statement:

The American Legion National Headquarters

‪Nat’l Cmdr Denise Rohan sent the following letter to President Trump, urging the White House to issue a proclamation keeping the US flag at half staff through his interment of Sen. #JohnMcCain:‬...

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RIP sir.

Jake Tapper

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RIP Brent Taylor, who temporarily stepped down as North Ogden mayor to deploy to Afghanistan with the Utah Army National Guard and was KIA today

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However, until such time as we can celebrate victory in the War on Terrorism and bring our military home, we think the parade money would be better spent fully funding the Department of Veteran Affairs and giving our troops and their families the best care possible.”

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“They fight not for the lust of conquest. They fight to end conquest. They fight to liberate.” — President Franklin D. Roosevelt, radio broadcast, June 6, 1944 #DDay76 #DDay #DDay2020

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And a @USArmy #veteran . Kristofferson completed Ranger School, became a helicopter pilot & attained the rank of captain. Happy birthday #KrisKristofferson .

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Happy 84th Birthday to One of the Greatest Singer/Songwriters to Ever Step Foot on This Earth, Kris Kristofferson.

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Long may she wave. And let us never forget those who gave their lives defending all that Old Glory represents. #MemorialDay #MemorialDayWeekend2018 #RollingThunder

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On this #Thanksgiving ,, we ask that you pause to remember our #military : Those who are not able to gather with their friends and families because of an oath they selflessly took to serve this great nation.

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8:46am – Flight 11 hits the World Trade Center North Tower 9:03am – Flight 175 hits the WTC South Tower 9:37am – Flight 77 hits the Pentagon’s western facade 10:07am – Flight 93 crashes into Somerset Co. field after passengers & crew attempt to retake it #PatriotDay #NeverForget

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On March 29, 1973, U.S. combat and combat support units withdrew from South Vietnam. To all those who never came home, we honor you. To those who did, thank you and welcome home. #VietnamVeteransDay #VietnamWarVeteransDay

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Nat'l Cmdr: “We will not be silent while banks & payday loan shops rip off servicemembers & veterans.” Statement:

Legion calls on Trump to veto measure that strips servicemembers and veterans of vital financial...

Legion expresses concern over the loss of financial protections for veterans and servicemembers in the wake of a U.S. Senate late night vote.

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On August 14, 1945, it was announced that Japan had surrendered unconditionally to the Allies, effectively ending World War II. Please take a moment today to remember all those who gave their lives to make that outcome a reality, as well as those still with us today. #VJDay

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DYK that long before "Maude," "The Golden Girls" & "The Star Wars Holiday Special," TV star Bea Arthur was a truck driver in the @USMC during World War II. #WomensHistoryMonth

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'The cornerstone of any nutritious breakfast.' Happy #NationalCheeseburgerDay everyone.

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Today is set aside to honor those either killed or wounded while in service to our nation. Thank you for your sacrifice on our behalf. #PurpleHeartDay

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Some think of it a day to have friends over for a BBQ. Others want to jump in the pool, catch a ballgame or go shopping. To those who know the real meaning of #MemorialDay , please share w/ others that meaning: to #honor & remember those who died so we may live the way we do.

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“Whoever drinks beer, he is quick to sleep; whoever sleeps long, does not sin; whoever does not sin, enters Heaven! Thus, let us drink beer!” - Martin Luther #NationalBeerLoversDay

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World War II #veteran James McCue has no surviving family. #Massachusetts #LegionFamily , let's make sure he gets the final goodbye he deserves. He is scheduled to be buried with full military honors at Bellevue Cemetery, 170 May St., Lawrence, MA, at 1 p.m. today.

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James McCue landed in Normandy on D-Day and lived to be 97. Massachusetts, if you can, make it to his funeral today.

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RIP, Staff Sgt. Alexander W. Conrad.

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Statement from Natl Cmdr Denise Rohan on #MilitaryParade : “The American Legion appreciates that our president wants to show in a dramatic fashion our nation’s support for our troops.

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#BettyWhite put showbiz on hold & joined the American Women's Voluntary Services in WWII. She delivered supplies via PX truck in Hollywood Hills & spent nights at "rousing dances thrown to give grand send-offs to soldiers set to ship out." Happy birthday Betty! via @mental_floss

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Proud that #LegionRiders were there to help honor Peter at his funeral. RIP young man. Army honors three students killed in Parkland shooting. via @SunSentinel

Army honors three students killed in Parkland shooting

Three cadets killed in the Parkland school shooting are being posthumously honored for their acts of heroism. The Army is recognizing Peter Wang, 15, and Martin Duque and Alaina Petty, both 14, wit…

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RIP sir.

@Sam100Marine 🇺🇸

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It is with heavy heart that I announce the passing of Sam Nebesky, the 101 yr old Marine. All of Sam's Twitter friends made him very happy with all of your love, respect, honor & well wishes. I'm glad that he was my friend. <Kim his Twitter helper> #WWII #USMC #Sam100Marine

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(THREAD) Nat’l Cdr Oxford: “The American Legion believes (VA) Secretary Wilkie should resign. Wilkie’s top lieutenants Pam Powers, James Hutton and Curt Cashour should also step down because of their roles in this violation of trust.”

The American Legion: Wilkie must be held accountable

The American Legion believes Secretary Wilkie should resign after report states that VA leadership did not follow up or ensure a medical center had been implementing VA’s anti-harassment and anti-s...

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To everyone who has ever ran a household, raised kids and held it together while a spouse was deployed, we thank you for hard work, sacrifice and dedication. And today we honor you. #MilitarySpouseAppreciationDay

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Flag to be half-staff from sunrise-sunset Wednesday for National #PearlHarbor Remembrance Day. #pearl75

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Our Tango Alpha Lima podcast hosts connect this week w/ @ChadRobo , a @USMC #veteran who founded @MightyOaksFDN to help #veterans struggling w/ #PTSD - something he battled himself, which almost led to divorce & #suicide . . #SuicidePrevention #BestOfTheWeek

Helping his fellow veterans face PTSD

Marine Corps veteran Chad Robichaux discusses his foundation and books on this week’s Tango Alpha Lima podcast.

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The American Legion provides life-changing assistance & guidance for #veterans , #military personnel, their families & communities in thousands of ways every day around the world. Join us & help us celebrate nearly 100 years of service to this great nation:

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@jmreycroft @votevets @PalmerReport The American Legion has issued an apology to Kemter, who approved the publication of his entire speech, unedited, which follows:

Full text of Lt. Col. Kemter’s Memorial Day speech

The American Legion welcomes the opportunity to honor “the important role played by black Americans,” and is sharing the unedited text of Kemter’s address.

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Today is set aside to honor those either killed or wounded while in service to our nation. Thank you for your sacrifice on our behalf. #PurpleHeartDay

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The red poppy came to symbolize the blood shed during battle following the publication of the wartime poem “In Flanders Fields," written by Lt. Col. John McCrae while serving on the front lines. Listen as Past Natl Cdr Jake Comer recites "In Flanders Field." #PoppyDay

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On March 29, 1973, U.S. combat and combat support units withdrew from South Vietnam. To all those who never came home, we honor you. To those who did, thank you and welcome home. #VietnamVeteransDay #VietnamWarVeteransDay

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On Tuesday in honor of #PeaceOfficersMemorialDay , the United States flag be displayed at half-staff in accordance to pay tribute to the local, state, and federal law enforcement officers who serve and protect us with courage and dedication.

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For every married soldier, sailor, airman, Marine or Coast Guardsmen, there is a spouse who ensures that the family continues to function during deployments while supporting his or her spouse. Every day we think of you, but today we honor you. #MilitarySpouseAppreciationDay

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Thanks to all the #Vietnam #veterans out there. And to those who never heard it: welcome home. #vietnamveteransday

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On Omaha Beach in WWII his squad followed the infantry & artillery closely, & under fire & bombing worked 2 ensure landing strips existed for planes. How about we get this #veteran 99 cards by March 12 for his 99th b-day? Joseph Gravish 506 E. Carroll St. St.Clair, PA 17970

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37 years ago today, a suicide bomber struck the #BeirutBarracks for the 1st Battalion 8th Marines, killing 220 Marines, 18 sailors and 3 soldiers. The incident marked the largest single-day loss for the US military since the Vietnam War's Tet Offensive. #TheyCameInPeace

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On this #GoldStarSpousesDay , we honor the surviving husbands and wives of fallen U.S. #military personnel. But every day we remember your sacrifices and vow to help you keep the memories of your lost loved ones alive.

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"No matter how long it may take us to overcome this premeditated invasion, the American people in their righteous might will win through to absolute victory.” - FDR #PearlHarbor #PearlHarbor76 #PearlHarborDay

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RIP sir.

Chuck Yeager

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Fr @VictoriaYeage11 It is w/ profound sorrow, I must tell you that my life love General Chuck Yeager passed just before 9pm ET. An incredible life well lived, America’s greatest Pilot, & a legacy of strength, adventure, & patriotism will be remembered forever.

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DYK: President Andrew Jackson (in office 1829-1837) wanted to abolish the Marine Corps, thinking it no longer necessary. How did that work out? Happy 243rd birthday to the @USMC . #MarineCorpsBirthday #SemperFi

10 things you didn't know about the Marine Corps

Nov. 10 is the birthday of the Marine Corps, first formed as the Continental Marines in 1775 during the Revolutionary War.

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This is ... incredible. Thank you to everyone who shared this story and made today's incredible and fitting goodbye to this World War II D-Day #veteran . @jaketapper @WillieGeist

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RIP #HarryDeanStanton , a #WWII @USNavy #veteran - and a fantastic actor.

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Heads up @FloridaLegion : Only the funeral director & another @USArmy #veteran are expected to attend; the public is free to come to pay respects. 1230pm Tues., Sarasota Natl Cemetery, 9810 SR-72, Sarasota, FL 34241. via @NBC2 cc @jaketapper

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Their children have made the ultimate #sacrifice . Today we honor them, but every day our thoughts are with them. #GoldStarMothersDay

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Saturday is Nat’l Wreaths Across America Day. Across the nation & around the world Legion family will help honor our fallen veterans. @WreathsAcross #WAA2017

National Wreaths Across America Day is Dec. 16

American Legion Family members nationwide will lay wreaths on the graves of America's heroes.

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As you fire up the grill, jump in the pool, catch a ballgame or buy a mattress today, please stop to remember the real reason for the day: to #honor & remember those who died so we may live the way we do. #MemorialDay #MemorialDayWeekend2018 #HonorThem

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It’s not just a car. It’s a campaign. @JimmieJohnson , @TonyKanaan & Indiana @GovHolcomb unveil TK’s #Indy500 ride & The American Legion- @CGRTeams #BeTheOne campaign. @IndyCar @IMS #INDYCAR #SuicidePrevention

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On this day in 1945, German troops throughout Europe finally laid down their arms. The U.S. and Great Britain celebrated Victory in Europe Day, rejoicing in the defeat of the Nazis. Remember those men & women who brought us victory. If you can, thank one today. #VEDay

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As some of you gather today to celebrate, please remember those on watch so that we may gather. #HappyEaster #Easter2019 #EasterSunday

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#VirtualMemorialDay honoree Darlo Eugene Smith. @USArmy , World War II. KIA April 21, 1945, on Okinawa. Honored by his grandson Rob Smith. #MemorialDay

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An American Legion service officer can help #veterans navigate thru the benefits process, at no cost to the veteran.

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#VirtualMemorialDay honoree: Sgt. Harold O. Allensworth, USAAF, World War II. Died June 6, 1944 during Normandy invasion. Honored by relative and Sons of The American Legion Squadron 256 in Loveland, Ohio, member Stephen Bow. #MemorialDay

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RIP US Army World War II #veteran & @HollywoodPost43 member #StanLee .

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#VirtualMemorialDay honoree: Harlan M. Cobert. @USArmy , 1949-1952. Honored by his daughter Lori Cobert Kiley. #MemorialDay

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They are the ones who keep home feeling like home for the rest of the family while their significant other keeps our nation safe. Never forget how critical our #milspouses are. #MilitarySpouseAppreciationDay

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On August 14, 1945, it was announced that Japan had surrendered unconditionally to the Allies, effectively ending World War II. On Sept. 2, a formal surrender ceremony was held in Tokyo Bay aboard the USS Missouri.

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#VirtualMemorialDay honoree: Lt. Frank Jerome Carroll. @USMC , 1967-1969. KIA April 1, 1969, Vietnam. Honored by Meg Krebs.

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Since his home was burglarized nearly 4 years ago & everything stolen, Eric Cass has been living in temporary housing. Legion Post 145’s #Christmas event gave the #veteran & his 13-year-old son their first Christmas together since the burglary.

Indiana Blue Star Spirit of Christmas: An ‘incredible day of giving’

Post 145 in Avon gives 20 military and veterans' families in need everything on their wish list and more.

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Welcome home 1st Lt. Herman Falk.

Military.com

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Korean War POW Will Finally Be Buried in Arlington National Cemetery

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8:46am – Flight 11 hits the World Trade Center North Tower 9:03am – Flight 175 hits the WTC South Tower 9:37am – Flight 77 hits the Pentagon’s western facade 10:07am – Flight 93 crashes into Somerset Co. field after passengers & crew attempt to retake it #PatriotDay #NeverForget

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Today, we pause to remember those whose lives were lost during the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorists attacks in New York City, at the Pentagon and on United Flight 93. We #NeverForget . #PatriotDay

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On this day in 1945, German troops throughout Europe finally laid down their arms. The U.S. and Great Britain celebrated Victory in Europe Day, rejoicing in the defeat of the Nazis. Remember those men & women who brought us victory. If you can, thank one today.

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Legion posts are performing #BuddyChecks on fellow #veterans , but #SocialDistancing can take a mental toll on anyone. We strongly encourage use of the Veterans Crisis Line at (800) 273-8255 (press 1 after dialing) for those in need of help. #COVID19

Veterans Crisis Line available around the clock

Help for those having trouble with isolation is a call or text message away.

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#ALfiresidechat @SenatorTester : There’s something folks in Congress need to understand. #Veterans healthcare is a cost of war. If we’re not willing to pay that, we need to stop sending our men & women into war.

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ICYMI: Our complete statement on the president’ US military transgender ban.

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To everyone who has ever ran a household, raised kids & held it together while spouse was deployed: Thank you #MilitarySpouseAppreciationDay

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Happy 244th birthday to the @USArmy . DYK if the Army was a city, it would be the 10th-largest in the United States. And it owns so much land that if it was a state, it would be larger than Hawaii & Massachusetts combined. More tasty tidbits: #ArmyBday

10 things you didn't know about the Army

Some little-known facts for the service branch’s birthday.

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To all of the brave men & women who sacrifice so much, and to their families left behind also making so many sacrifices, we owe you a debt of gratitude. Today is your day, but we thank & remember you every day. #DayoftheDeployed

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Good news @jaketapper . More than 50 American Legion of Colorado members were in attendance, dressed in their uniforms and white caps. Marrinan’s funeral was the 3rd the Legion has arranged this year, said Dean Noechel, commander @colegion . via @csgazette

An honorable goodbye to Navy veteran who died alone in Colorado

FORT LYON • No one knew which war Navy veteran Horace Marrinan fought in. They didn’t know where he was from. They had never even met him.

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Via @hannibalcourier : Missouri Legion Post delivers 450 #Thanksgiving dinners, also serves in dining room.

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@TheBJThomas @joebonsall One of @BurtBacharach ’s best songs, and B.J. flat out delivered on it. Can’t think about “Butch Cassidy & the Sundance Kid” w/out thinking about “Raindrops ...”

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#LegionRider & #Vietnam #veteran Robert Easterday rode his motorcycle nearly 200 miles Friday for one purpose: to honor his 58,479 'brothers' on the @VVMF . #LegionRiders #MemorialDay #MemorialDayWeekend2018 #RollingThunder via @Baxter69

Legion Riders remember 'brothers' on Vietnam Memorial wall

Riders gather during candlelight vigil that honors the more than 58,000 U.S. servicemembers killed during the Vietnam War.

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#VirtualMemorialDay honoree Angelo Micheal Pope Jr. @USArmy , 1939-1945. Bronze Star recipient and member of American Legion Posts 942 and 133. Honored by grandson Richard White. #MemorialDay

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”We will accept nothing less than full victory.” - Gen. Dwight D. Eisenhower #DDay2017 #DDay

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Can’t help but admire @TonyKanaan ’s new digs for the #IndyCar season in the @CGRTeams #48 @Honda . Looking good sir. How many more days? @CarvanaRacing @IndyCar #INDYCARContentDay

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Happy #FourthOfJuly all. Stay safe, and as you celebrate #IndependenceDay , please remember those whose service makes such celebrations possible. #July4th #JulyFourth

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Lt. Naomi Dill was just 21 when she enlisted in the US Army Nurse Corps, which took her all across Europe. She recently celebrated her 100th birthday w/ a parade organized by the all-female American Legion Post 404, of which she is a member. via @WKTimes

WWII Vet Celebrates 100th Birthday In Kirkwood

Lt. Naomi Dill was just 21 years old when she enlisted in the U.S. Army Nurse Corps, which would take her far from her home state of Pennsylvania and all

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RIP: USS Indianapolis survivor Sam Lopez, a Legionnaire, has passed away. With his death, the number of Indianapolis survivors is now 17. #BestOfTheWeek

USS Indianapolis survivor passes away

Legionnaire Sam Lopez died March 20, leaving the number of survivors of U.S.'s worst naval disaster at 17.

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As we give thanks today, let's not forget the brave men and women whose service allows us to enjoy #Thanksgiving . Many of them are unable to gather with their families because of an oath they selflessly took to serve this great nation. #HappyThanksgiving everyone.

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@jaketapper @finneyk Good news Jake. "We are expecting a large turnout now for Mr. Walker's funeral due to the social media post that were put out in his name and extensively shared," said Karina Erickson, a spokeswoman for the Texas General Land Office.

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On March 29, 1973, U.S. combat and combat support units withdrew from South Vietnam. To those who came home, thank you and welcome home. And to all those who never came home, we honor you. #VietnamVeteransDay #VietnamWarVeteransDay

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Words cannot express the respect we have for you, the awe in which we view you & the thanks we owe every #MOH recipient. #MedalOfHonorDay

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It can mean sales, BBQs, camping out, pools opening & 3-day weekends for some. To those who know the real meaning of #MemorialDay , please share w/ others that meaning: to honor & remember those who died to preserve and protect the lives we lead now. #MemorialDay2021

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#HappyEaster . On this day of celebration, please pause to remember those who sacrifice time w/ their families so we can safely be w/ ours.

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, @JimmieJohnson : "I can’t wait to be part of the Indianapolis 500, it’s a childhood dream come true.” Big news out of @IndyCar - and we're excited to be a part of it. via @BruceMartin_500 @CGRTeams @CarvanaRacing #INDYCAR

Jimmie Johnson to race INDYCAR full time in 2022

Next year’s race schedule includes the 106th Indianapolis 500 on May 29.

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“Knowing what men & women have sacrificed, knowing what they have given to enable me to have the freedom I have – that’s why my husband and I rode up.” Day 1 of Legion Post 177’s #RollingThunder weekend. #LegionRiders #MemorialDayWeekend2018 via @Baxter69

Remembering those who have given all

Legion Riders from all over the nation converge on Fairfax, Va., Post 177 for Rolling Thunder events – and to honor fallen comrades and meet new friends.

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On March 29, 1973, U.S. combat and combat support units withdrew from South Vietnam. To all those who never came home, we honor you. To those who did, thank you and welcome home. #VietnamVeteransDay #VietnamWarVeteransDay

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#VirtualMemorialDay honoree Harold F. Sisson. U.S. Army Air Forces, 1942-1945. Member of American Legion Post 330, Spencerport, NY, 1945-2004. Honored by his son Don Sisson. #MemorialDay

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Today is the anniversary of both the #BattleofMogadishu & the Battle of #COPKeating . Legion blogger: Heroes all. Remember them this day, and remember too those lost, like SPC Stephan Mace and the other men at COP Keating. @jaketapper @THEOUTPOSTbook

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• John F. Kennedy is the only U.S. president to earn a Purple Heart, while serving in the @USNavy during WW II. • Curry Haynes, who served in the @USArmy during the Vietnam War, earned 10 Purple Hearts during his #military career. More: #PurpleHeartDay

10 things to know about the Purple Heart

Aug. 7 is Purple Heart Day.

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8 years

On #MemorialDay the US honors those who have fallen in service to our nation. Every day we remember their sacrifice.

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As some of you gather today to celebrate, please remember those on watch so that we may gather. #HappyEaster #Easter2018 #EasterSunday

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We can't be more excited to be teaming up w/ @CGRTeams , @JimmieJohnson , @TonyKanaan , @CarvanaRacing & the rest of the team for the 2021 #INDYCAR Series. And yeah, this is a GORGEOUS car. @IndyCar #Indy500

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“Our debt to the heroic men and valiant women in the service of our country can never be repaid. They have earned our undying gratitude.” Today is set aside for honoring our nation's #veterans . But to all who have served, we owe you thanks every day. #VeteransDay #VeteransDay2018

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Proud of all of our @SamsungUS American Legion #Scholarship recipients. #Boys State or @ALAforVeterans #GirlsState alums w/ strong community/school involvement & academic achievement.

Nine American Legion scholars to be recognized in D.C.

The Samsung American Legion Scholarship recipients will enjoy a trip to Washington, D.C., to visit memorials, the White House and receive a special recognition on Capitol Hill.

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Sad to report the passing of #MedalOfHonor recipient #RonRosser , who died Wednesday in Bumpus Mills, Tenn., at age 90. In 2017 we had the honor to sit down and interview this 39-year Legionnaire. RIP sir. @MohMuseum @CMOH_Society

Ronald E. Rosser

Ronald E. Rosser, Medal of Honor recipient, describes his time as a forward observer in the Korean War....

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National #VJDay recognizes the Allied Forces’ victory over Japan during WWII. Officials announced the surrender of Japan on Aug. 15, 1945; the official signing of surrender took place Sept. 2, officially ending the war. Thank a WWII #veteran today while you still have a chance.

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#LegionRiders , Gold Star families entering @ArlingtonNatl for wreath-laying. #RollingThunder #honor

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