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Post Everlasting

Post Everlasting: JD Davis

We are saddened to report that past 2nd Division Commander JD Davis from Temple Post 133 passed away on Tuesday, April 8, 2025. No funeral details known at this time

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Be The One

The American Legion is leading a nationwide effort — Be the One— to eliminate the stigma related to mental health treatment, and in turn, lower the number of veterans who die by suicide every day. Estimates show 22 veterans are lost to suicide daily.

The American Legion has elevated Be the One to be its primary mission, empowering veterans, servicemembers, their family members and civilians to act appropriately when a veteran may be at risk.

What's that I hear?...

"PLAY BALL!"

Visit our American Legion Baseball page for all the latest information and updates from the Department of Texas!

American Legion Boys State is among the most respected and selective educational programs of government instruction for high school students. It is a participatory program where each student becomes a part of the operation of his local, county, and state government.

At American Legion Boys State, participants are exposed to the rights and privileges, the duties and the responsibilities, of a franchised citizen. The training is objective and practical, with city, county, and state governments operated by the students elected to the various offices.

Visit the Texas Boys State website to
learn more about the program.

Applications now open!

American Legion Indycar
2021 NTT INDYCAR SERIES Champion – Alex Palou

Come cheer on the #10 American Legion | Be The One car driven by the 2021 NTT INDYCAR SERIES Champion – Alex Palou!

Experience high-speed, side by side racing action for only $12 a ticket on Sunday, April 2 at Texas Motor Speedway