American Legion
Organization of U.S. war veterans
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| August 2017 | Denise H. Rohan was elected as the first female national commander of the American Legion. |
| 2014 | Verna L. Jones was appointed as the first female executive director of the American Legion. |
| March 25 2014 | The American Legion testified before Congress in support of H.R. 2942, advocating for reestablishing the Professional Certification and Licensure Advisory Committee to aid veterans' transition to civilian careers. |
| October 2011 | National Commander Jimmie L. Foster publicly objected to court decisions allowing homosexuals to serve openly in the military. |
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