The American Legion of Iowa Boys State Board met as regularly scheduled on Saturday, March 27, 2021, to discuss the 2021 Boys State Program and the options facing them to conduct the program. It was decided by the board to pursue an in-person program due to the diminishing restrictions and mandates in place for COVID-19 … Read more
This opening is closed Newsletter Editor Position Open – Volunteer Applicants are sought for the position of editor of the American Legion Department of Iowa electronic newsletter. This is a volunteer position requiring a person that is knowledgeable in the policies and programs of The American Legion. Mission and Purpose The American Legion Department of … Read more
Due to the uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic restrictions now and in the next few months, it was necessary to re-evaluate all American Legion activities and meetings in the coming months. It was determined that The National American Legion College would have to be rescheduled from November 1-6, 2020, to March 20-26, 2021. By changing … Read more
Registration for the 2020 Iowa Leadership School must be completed by August 14. This year’s course will be held September 11-13 in Des Moines. Each District is allotted six students at Department cost. Those six seats will be filled by selections of the District Commander. Please contact your District Commander if you wish to attend. … Read more
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 life like it … Read more