250 years of America. 250 years of courage, sacrifice, and the unyielding pursuit of freedom. As we celebrate the Semiquincentennial of the United States, we reflect on every generation that stood the watch, raised the flag, and answered the call of duty. Veterans have always been at the heart of that story. This Fourth of July, The American Legion invites you to honor our nation’s 250th birthday not just with celebration but with gratitude in action. | The American Legion National Headquarters

On September 26, 1918, America and its allies launched the Meuse-Argonne Offensive, the final Allied offensive of the First World War. Over 1.2 million Americans took part. For 47 days, the U.S. First Army fought across a 24-mile front. They faced poor weather, unforgiving terrain, and a determined German adversary as they battled forward. This was their moment to help bring the war to an end. Victory came at a great price – Americans casualties numbered over 100,000, making it the costliest mil

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