USS Indianapolis Wreckage Found
WASHINGTON, Aug. 20, 2017 — Civilian researchers led by entrepreneur and philanthropist Paul G. Allen have announced they have found
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Mission Complete Report; Mario Rivas
June 29, 2017, Thirteen years after he was first buried, Military Honors were rendered for USAF & USMC Veteran Mario
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Village Inn Fundraiser
Donate 20% of your guest check to A Village Inn Fundraiser to benefit:
Joe Foss American Legion Post 97 – San
Veterans Recovery Program
April 15, 2017: American Legion Post 97’s Commander, Dennis Gardner, attended the April Mission of the Missing in American Project
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Awesome Rides Come Out in Support
There were some AMAZING cars, trucks, bikes and other vehicles that came out to support American Legion Post 97 at
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Support Post 97 When You Shop at Fry’s
If you’ve wondered how you can monetarily support Joe Foss American Legion Post 97 it’s very easy to do without
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Hooked on Kids 3rd Annual Fishing Derby
The 2nd Annual “Hooked on Kids Fishing Derby” was a huge success last year. Nearly 90 kids, ranging in ages
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4th Annual Cruise-In for Vets Car & Bike Show Set
The 4th Annual Cruise-In for Vets Car & Bike Show has been set for Saturday, March 4th, 2017 from 10AM
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Arizona American Legion College Offered By State
Local Legionnaires Now Have A New American Legion Education Opportunity in Arizona called Arizona American Legion College.
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MEMORIAL DAY MESSAGE
Memorial Day Message
As written by Secretary of Defense Ash Carter, May 27, 2016
To all of the men and women of
ARMED FORCES DAY
ARMED FORCES DAY
Saturday, May 21, 2016
President Harry S. Truman led the effort to establish a single holiday for citizens
2nd Annual Hooked on Kids Fishing Derby
The 2nd Annual “Hooked on Kids Fishing Derby” was a huge success on Saturday April 9, 2016. Almost 90 kids,
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Third Annual Cruise-In for Vets Car Show
We are PROUD to have had
BIG O TIRES
and the
Southeast Valley Ledger
as our
ELITE SPONSORS
The third annual Cruise-In for Vets Car Show
Programs and Support
American Legion Post 97 offers members support and opportunities to grow while getting to know each other through programs like
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Patriotism Still Matters To Us
It may be considered ‘old-fashioned’ in some circles, but at Post 97 we still salute the flag and say the
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Our Members Are Legendary
The leadership of Post 97 has made a concerted effort to reach out to veterans who have distinguished themselves, both
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Making A Difference for Our Youth
Legion Baseball
The recession of 2008 and the government structure of many housing developments in the San Tan Valley area have