by IA Legion | Jul 15, 2020 | Benefits, News, Service Office, Veteran Affairs, Veterans
James Howerton served in Vietnam from February 1969 to February 1970. Mr. Howerton served in the Infantry attached to the 1st CAV in Quang Tri near the DMZ. At the time, like many others, he had no idea that his time in Vietnam would have the impact on the rest of his...
by IA Legion | Jan 27, 2020 | Benefits, National Commander, PNC, Veterans
Today in Legion History: Jan. 27, 1936: Congress overrides President Roosevelt’s veto of the Adjusted Compensation Payment Act – a redrafted version of The American Legion’s bill that had been introduced by U.S. Rep. Fred M. Vinson. The House had passed the measure...
by IA Legion | Jun 24, 2019 | Benefits, Legion Act, Membership
Legion Act Passes Senate By unanimous consent on June 11 legislation expanding eligibility for membership in The American Legion passed the United States Senate. The legislation, S. 504, would open eligibility to anyone who served honorably after December 7, 1941 or...
by IA Legion | Jun 24, 2019 | Benefits, LinkedIn, Veterans
LinkedIn Premium – One Year Free LinkedIn is a business and employment-oriented service used mainly for professional networking. LinkedIn is now offering veterans and VA caregivers a free 1-year Premium Subscription including one year of access to LinkedIn...
