The Nation’s Largest Veterans Service Organization Turns 106 on March 15

The Nation’s Largest Veterans Service Organization Turns 106 on March 15

March 15, the designated birthday of The American Legion, is the day in 1919 when the first American Legion caucus, held by members of the American Expeditionary Force, convened in Paris. Much as the birthday of the United States is celebrated on July 4 – for the day in 1776 when revolting patriots declared the independence of the British colonies and the spirit of America was born – March 15 is the date on which the Legion came to life.

Event: U. S. Department of Veterans Affairs Women Veterans Community Support Forum

The Center for Women Veterans (CWV) will host the VA Women Veterans Community Support Forum. The forum will be an opportunity to exchange information on VA benefits, services, and initiatives as well as to discuss with community partners how to connect Servicemembers, Veterans, caregivers, survivors and family members to VA and community resources.

Notable Invited Speakers (tentative): Congresswoman Mariannette Miller-Meeks, Congresswoman Jennifer Kiggans, Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill and the Secretary of Veterans Affairs – The Honorable Douglas A. Collins

Topics:

  • Overview of Women’s Health
  • Updates on the Deborah Sampson Act
  • VA Homeless Programs
  • VA Transition Assistance Programs
  • Overview of Center for Minority Veterans
  • VA S.A.V.E
  • Updates on PACT Act

Friday, March 28, 2025 7:30 AM – 2:30 PM
(UTC-05:00) Central Time (US & Canada)

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