by IA Legion | Jun 26, 2019 | Deaths, Hamilton Funeral Home, Memorial, MIAP, Veterans
A Missing in America Memorial Service will be held at Hamilton’s Funeral Home on June 28, 2019. The service will begin at 9:30 AM followed by a procession to the Iowa Veterans Cemetery with internment at 11AM. Address for the funeral home is 3601 Westown...
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...
by IA Legion | Jun 20, 2019 | Health, Mental Health, National Commander, News
Mental Health Initiative An American Legion national online mental health survey released last week is revealing some staggering information about veterans and their caregivers nationwide. Hundreds have responded so far, but many more are needed so The American Legion...
by IA Legion | May 26, 2019 | Commander, Memorial Day, US
The True Meaning of Memorial Day To veterans and their families nation-wide, Memorial Day is a day to remember all who died in active duty service. It is not, as it is to millions that look forward to, a three day weekend with a day off and many social functions and...