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Topic: American Legion Auxiliary


  
  American Legion   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
Affiliate with The American Legion, the Auxiliary is a woman's veterans' service organization with volunteer representation in all 171 VA Medical Centers.
Auxiliary members are women of all ages, from all walks of life.
Auxiliary members share a deep and abiding concern for their fellowman, great compassion for those in need and a sense of personal responsibility and commitment to God, country and community.
www.ndlegion.org /auxiliary/membership.html   (682 words)

  
 MSN Encarta - American Legion
American Legion, organization of United States veterans of war; more specifically World War I (1914-1918); World War II (1939-1945); the Korean War (1950-1953); the Vietnam War (1959-1975); the 1983 conflicts in Lebanon and Grenada; the 1989 invasion of Panama; and the Persian Gulf War (1991).
The American Legion's primary mission is to help American veterans and their families, as well as American children and youth.
The American Legion also authored the first draft of the Serviceman's Readjustment Act, popularly known as the GI Bill of Rights, passed by the U.S. Congress in 1944.
encarta.msn.com /encyclopedia_761567314/American_Legion.html   (269 words)

  
 American Legion   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
Auxiliary members believe in the ideals and principles of America's founding fathers and pledge to foster patriotism, preserve and defend the Constitution, promote allegiance to God and Country, and uphold the basic principles of freedom of religion, freedom of expression and freedom of choice.
The Auxiliary embodies the spirit of America that has prevailed through war and peace and continues to stand firmly behind America today, just as it did when the organization was first founded.
Auxiliary volunteers are the backbone of assistance in 171 VA Medical Centers.
www.ndlegion.org /auxiliary/whatisauxiliary.html   (322 words)

  
 Legion Auxiliary Programs
The goal of the Auxiliary's Americanism program is to educate every citizen on the fundamentals of American government, the Bill of Rights and the value of active, informed involvement in the home, in the Auxiliary organization and in the community.
Auxiliary members are encouraged to get involved and stay informed on local and national issues of special interest to the organization They keep in close contact with their legislative representatives about issues which concern veterans, young people and entire communities.
The Auxiliary believes in maintaining a strong national defense and endeavors to educate its members on all vital national security issues In cooperation' with The American Legion, Auxiliary members are briefed on a wide range of topics at local and national meetings and through publications and bulletins.
webpages.charter.net /wisconsinlegion-7thdistrict/Auxiliary_Programs.htm   (2202 words)

  
 The American Legion Auxiliary of Michigan
As a member of the American Legion Auxiliary, you have the opportunity and the means to show your gratitude to the veterans who served our Country and their families in their time of need.
The Auxiliary not only supports members of the American Legion, it is also a major source of volunteers working on behalf of veterans residing in Veterans Administration hospitals.
While contributing to your community and its veterans is the main reason that the American Legion Auxiliary exists, there are also practical benefits that you receive as a member.
www.michalaux.org /membership.htm   (242 words)

  
 Gregory attends American Legion Auxiliary event   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
Armstrong is the American Legion Auxiliary’s second vice president and national security chairwoman for the state.
A legislative rally with the American Legion was held, and auxiliary members met with their senators and representatives on Capital Hill.
Founded in 1919, the American Legion Auxiliary is celebrating its 83rd year of service to American families, communities and veterans.
archives.heritage.com /ch/20030313/B15IMRR.htm   (170 words)

  
 AllRefer.com - American Legion (Private Organizations) - Encyclopedia
American Legion, national association of male and female war veterans, founded (1919) in Paris.
The American Legion's efforts have been bent not only to obtaining benefits for veterans but also for the families of those who died in war.
There is also a women's auxiliary for the wives, mothers, sisters, and daughters of veterans.
reference.allrefer.com /encyclopedia/A/AmerLeg.html   (266 words)

  
 Welcome to the American Legion of Montana   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
The subject was brought to the national level by Legionnaires in Florida and Montana, where in 2003 an American Legion baseball pitcher died as a result of a head injury from a baseball hit with a metal bat.
The American Legion was inspired to produce the program because of the lack of instructional resources available to teachers on the subject.
The American Legion is recognized as one of the foremost national authorities on the proper care and display of the flag, answering thousands of inquiries annually.
www.mtlegion.org   (4910 words)

  
 American Legion Auxiliary
The Auxiliary and the Legion are often centers for community and civic activities in mid-America, and provide a focal point for citizens' involvement.
Auxiliary members are wives, mothers, sisters, daughters, granddaughters and great-granddaughters of these courageous veterans.
Membership is open to female veterans and to the wives, sisters, daughters, granddaughters or great-granddaughters of American Legion members or deceased veterans who served in the Armed Forces during World Wars I and II, the Korean War, the Vietnam War, Grenada, Panama, and/or Lebanon conflicts, and the Persian Gulf War.
www.net-magic.net /legion/auxil2.htm   (666 words)

  
 American Legion Auxiliary - Department of Louisiana
The Auxiliary, organized in 1919 to assist The American Legion, is much more than the name implies.
Along with The American Legion, it solidly stands behind America and her ideals.
The Auxiliary is well known through it's volunteer work in the community and for the veterans.
www.lalegion-aux.org   (254 words)

  
 Legion conventions on tap in Lubbock   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
The American Legion Auxiliary's Bluebonnet Girls state governor, Tiffanie Nowlin, and Paula Bradshaw, Southern Division national vice president, are scheduled to address the convention on Saturday.
The Legion and Auxiliary members maintain a belief ''in the ideals and principles of America's founding fathers.'' They pledge to foster patriotism, preserve and defend the Constitution, and promote allegiance to God and Country.
Currently, the Legion and Auxiliary are working together for the passage of a flag amendment that would prohibit the physical desecration of the U.S. flag.
www.lubbockonline.com /news/071797/legion.htm   (332 words)

  
 The American Legion Auxiliary: Our Mission   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
Auxiliary volunteers make and provide holiday gifts and plan parties throughout the year to cheer hospitalized veterans They furnish transportation, food, clothing, and most important of all, loving care for home-bound veterans.
The Auxiliary's Poppy program for veterans is the oldest, and probably the most well known, of our many programs Auxiliary volunteers distribute millions of poppies every year in return for donations, large and small The contributions are used exclusively to assist veterans and their families.
Each year, the Auxiliary contributes millions of dollars and volunteer hours to individual projects for children, in addition to the thousands of dollars which are donated to The American Legion Child Welfare Foundation to provide grants for various children's programs.
www.centuryinter.net /amlegionlacrosse/mission.htm   (753 words)

  
 - Dec - 2003 - Press Release - MGHS
Lampinen and Constance represent the American Legion Auxiliary.
American Legion Auxiliary presents $1,000 check to MGHS Foundation, money earmarked to Family Birthing Center to purchase rocker/recliner.
The American Legion Auxiliary of Marquette has once again opened its heart to the Family Birthing Center and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Marquette General Hospital.
www.mgh.org /press/american_legion.html   (175 words)

  
 American Legion Auxiliary Unit 208 - Dixon, California
The American Legion Auxiliary Unit #208 of Dixon, California was chartered in 1925 by a group of women volunteering their time to aid area veterans.
The American Legion Auxiliary was formed to aid The American Legion in carrying out the great program of peacetime service to America to which The American Legion is dedicated.
Its members serve side by side with the members of The American Legion in a spirit of unselfish devotion to the well being of the American republic.
www.dixonveterans.org /Legion/Unit208   (444 words)

  
 American Legion Auxiliary, Department of California   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
The security of America lies in a citizenry in whose minds and hearts is ingrained a true understanding of and love for those ideals and principles upon which the nation was founded; a citizenry awake to the duties of citizenship and willing to perform these duties even at the cost of great personal sacrifice.
Americanism work is largely educational in character and is usually divided into three phases: work with the youth, the adult, and the community.
The allowance for the Department Americanism Chairman shall be as adopted in the annual budget.
www.calegionaux.org /NotesAmericanism.html   (2395 words)

  
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www.wm-casino.com /search.php?q=auxiliary&id=11157&said=489968   (31 words)

  
 Eastern Illinois University...proud host of Illini Girls State
The American Legion Auxiliary believes that training our youth about the basic ideals and principles of our system of government will help to ensure the survival of our republic.
American Legion Auxiliary Unit Girls State Chairmen evaluate potential leadership qualities of the delegates and alternates, assisted by high school principals and guidance counselors.
In 1919, at the very first National Convention of The American Legion, it was agreed that the organization's purpose could not be properly served without the aid and dedication of each member's family.
www.eiu.edu /~girlstate/welcome.html   (702 words)

  
 American Legion Auxiliary Community Service
The American Legion Auxiliary was formed to help veterans and their immmediate families.
The establishment of an Auxiliary to The American Legion was provided for by the first National Convention of The American Legion in 1919.
At the time the name "American Legion Auxiliary" was adopted and the first national officers elected.
www.njlegionpost281.org /Auxiliary/index.html   (122 words)

  
 Legion Auxiliary   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
The Legion Auxiliary are the working backbone of our post and are most instrumental in planning and executing many events throughout the year.
I cannot over-estimate the importance of the role of the auxiliary to The American Legion as a whole.
Upcoming events for the spring will be the American Legion Birthday Party on March 18, Blount County Government Day in April, and the Poppy Drive leading up to and including Memorial Day the last weekend in May. Also, be planning to attend the Flag Disposal Ceremony on July 4 and catch up your membership dues.
www.americanlegionpost13.org /legion_auxiliary.htm   (332 words)

  
 The American Legion Auxiliary, Coastside Unit 474
The American Legion Auxiliary Post 474 charter was signed in January 1962; these are the mothers, wives, daughters and sisters of the American Legion Members.
The American Legion Auxiliary continue their service to America by still serving their communities, by raising funds for local charities, children and youth organizations, USO, mission hospice and giving support to our veterans nationally.
The American Legion, Woman’s Auxiliary, and Sons of the American Legion, all participate in the Fourth of July Parade, dressing in the uniform that depicts their branch of service they proudly lead the parade down the Main Street.
www.coastsidepost474.org /auxiliary.htm   (361 words)

  
 American Legion Auxiliary Unit 200 Membership
Membership in the Auxiliary is limited to women who have an immediate family member who is also an American Legion member in good standing (husband, parent, grandparent, etc.)..
Membership in the American Legion Auxiliary brings with it special benefits that not only provide protection for your family, but also substantial money-saving discounts.
All current members of the American Legion Auxiliary are covered by this benefit.
www.alaunit200.alpost200.org /ala_membership.htm   (328 words)

  
 The Missouri American Legion - Auxiliary Scholarships
The scholarships are awarded to children of veterans who served in the Armed Forces during the eligibility dates of The American Legion.
The applicant must have held membership in the American Legion Auxiliary for the immediate past three years, currently hold a 2000 membership card, and continue to maintain her membership through the four-year scholarship period.
A $500 scholarship shall be awarded to a high school graduate with $250 at the beginning of the first semester and $250 at the beginning of the second semester.
www.missourilegion.org /programs/scholarships/auxiliary.htm   (311 words)

  
 Sons Of The American Legion-Publications
The use of the emblem by an individual Legionnaire is limited to the wearing of the official insignia and to the possession of authorized jewelry or merchandise bearing the insignia.
Posts are confined to using the emblem or reproduction of the emblem on stationery, post publications, notices, posters or placecards, or matters of similar character used in the ordinary routine and conduct of legitimate post business.
The above restrictions apply equally to the emblems of the American Legion Auxiliary and the Sons of The American Legion.
www.sal.legion.org /guidewebcopyright.htm   (216 words)

  
 Desoto Sun Herald - 03/24/05   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
American Legion Auxiliary Unit 11 met Monday, March 7, 2005 at the American Legion Hall, 2124 American Legion Drive, in Arcadia.
We wish to thank all those who purchased poppies as well as all the members of the Auxiliary and the Legion who made the sale such a success.
To be a member of the Auxiliary you must be the mother, wife, sister, daughter, granddaughter, great-granddaughter, grandmother or step relative of a veteran of:
www.sun-herald.com /NewsArchive4/032405/tp7de7.htm?date=032405&story=tp7de7.htm   (270 words)

  
 American Legion Auxiliary Info   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
Founded in 1919, members of the American Legion Auxiliary support and serve the nation's veterans and their families.
Auxiliary programs encompass many humanitarian and social concerns including the welfare and care of veterans, children and youth, women's issues and service to the community.
If you are interested in joining the American Legion Auxiliary, please email the Department Secretary.
www.georgiagirlsstate.org /ala_info.htm   (84 words)

  
 Ask Jeeves Results - tell me more about when American Legion established (1919)?
The Minnesota American Legion Auxiliary was established in 1919.
The American Legion was established by Congress in 1919 as a community-service organization for veterans, men and women alike.
The American Legion Auxiliary was first established in 1919 to support The American Legion and our nation's veterans.
web.ask.com /web?q=tell+me+more+about+when+American+Legion+established+%281919%29%3F+&qsrc=62&page=1   (231 words)

  
 Troup County (GA) Archives - Manuscripts - MS-148
The LaGrange unit of the American Legion was organized on November 21, 1919, and was named for Baxter L. Schaub, a Troup County serviceman who died during World War I. In 1931, the Baxter L. Schaub post formed a women's auxiliary.
They fostered "Americanism" in the local community, an important goal of the American Legion, by forming a junior auxiliary for young girls and observing patriotic holidays such as Flag Day and Armistice Day (Veteran's Day).
The Baxter L. Schaub Auxiliary received several citations from the Georgia American Legion Auxiliary for its accomplishments.
www.trouparchives.org /man/ms148.htm   (808 words)

  
 American Legion Auxiliary Unit 68 Bremerton, WA.
The American Legion Auxiliary was established in 1920.
Today, the Auxiliary is the most influential patriotic women's organization in the world, but their success has not changed their purpose.
They join with The American Legion to serve God and this Country as a family and it's a bond will never be broken.
www.unit68.heatons.com   (320 words)

  
 American Legion Auxiliary - Department of Texas Headquarters   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
The American Legion Auxiliary has been around for a long time, over seventy-five years, in fact.
The Auxiliary is women, of all ages and from all walks of life, who join together in the fellowship of giving.
No matter how an Auxiliary member chooses to contribute, she can help fill a need and address one of countless social concerns through our many programs.
members.tripod.com /~alatexashq/index.html   (371 words)

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