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The Department of Texas represents all Texas Posts and serves the needs of all veterans of US Armed Forces and their families. The American Legion was chartered and incorporated by Congress in 1919 as a patriotic veterans organization devoted to mutual helpfulness. It is the nation’s largest veterans service organization, committed to mentoring and sponsorship of youth programs in our communities,
06/05/2026
June is officially designated as PTSD Awareness Month. It is an annual campaign dedicated to raising public understanding, reducing the stigma around mental health, and highlighting that effective, evidence-based treatments for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) are available.
06/05/2026
For the first time, the House voted to halt the War on Wednesday.
It was the fourth time the chamber voted on a resolution to end the three-month war and the first time it succeeded, in a 215-208 vote.
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06/03/2026
Texas 12th District Commander on Service, Nonprofits and the Role of Business in strengthening Civic Trust
https://www.legion.org/information-center/news/usa250/2026/june/volunteerism-key-to-american-greatness
06/03/2026
The Department of Texas has invited the Red Cross to attend the Department Convention this year and conduct a blood drive on Saturday, July 11, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
To register visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter: amlegiontx to schedule an appointment.
Home Page Blood donors report feeling a sense of great satisfaction after making their blood donation. Why? Because helping others in need just feels good. Donate blood today to help those in need.
06/01/2026
LEAGUE CITY, Texas – (May 25, 2026) – Members of S. Mike Lacy American Legion Post 554 gathered at the Fairview Cemetery to honor the Fallen on Memorial Day. During the ceremony, a Flag Folding was conducted narrated by Post Commander Luis Garcia followed by a rifle salute and the playing of TAPS. (Photos courtesy of Post 554)
05/31/2026
SAN ANTONIO – (May 30, 2026) – Legionnaires from South Texas journeyed to Alamo American Legion Post 2 to attend the 3rd Division Convention convened by Department Vice Commander (3rd Division) Tony Lopez. (Photos by Legionnaire Burrell Parmer, Texas American Legion Press Association)
05/26/2026
SAN ANTONIO – (May 25, 2026) – Memorial Day Ceremony held at JFK American Legion Post 485. (Photos by Legionnaire Burrell Parmer, TEXALPA)
05/26/2026
SAN ANTONIO – (May 25, 2026) – Memorial Day Remembrance Ceremony and Flag Retirement held at William M. Randolph American Legion Post 593.