Pierce Brosnan Returns to the World of Espionage in ‘A Spy’s Guide to Survival’
By Blake Stilwell If you love the modern James Bond-style spy movies, you can thank Pierce Brosnan that Hollywood keeps making them. If it weren’t for the “Remington Steele” star’s turn as 007 in the beloved 1995 film “GoldenEye,” the Bond franchise might have ended up dead, Daniel Craig’s portrayal…
A Sailor’s Story of Surviving Suicide
By Henry Howard The timing was perfect for Josh Savage, a First Class Petty Officer in the Navy. Savage, a racing fan, saw The American Legion’s Be the One display when he attended the INDYCAR race in St. Petersburg, Fla., in 2023. “I looked it up on my phone and…
The 9 Biggest Military Dirtbags in Movies and Television
By Blake Stilwell Most U.S. military veterans are uncomfortable with civilians calling them “heroes,” but there are a few who should definitely be wary of the term. While film and television can’t accurately portray what it’s really like to serve in the military, one thing Hollywood often does get right…
Grateful Red Chili Dinner a Success at the Post
Jeff Hines, a member of Post 304, took it upon himself and approached Chuck Guta as the Vice Commander for Events and Activities to offer a night enjoying Grateful Red Chili for all of our veteran brothers and sisters and all guests at the Legion on Thursday 25 April 2024….
Sign Up For Suicide Prevention Training
Dear American Legion Family members and friends, The American Legion saves lives and changes lives. You may have heard me say that during a visit to a post or department, during an interview with media or elsewhere. Nothing — absolutely nothing — is more important to The American Legion, or…
‘Civil War’: How Military Veterans Brought Real-Life Combat to the Big Screen
By Sarah Sicard You would be forgiven for thinking that “Civil War” was a movie about the bloodiest U.S. conflict dating back to the late 19th century. Instead, it’s a prescient look at a fictional, fractured, near-future America. Directed by Alex Garland (“Ex Machina”) and produced by independent entertainment company…
PBS’ ‘After Action’ Takes a Personal Look at the Lives of Veterans Forever Changed by Military Service
By Blake Stilwell Stacy Pearsall is one of the most decorated military combat photographers in history, a recipient of the Bronze Star, an Air Medal and an Air Force Commendation Medal with Valor. She’s also the recipient of a slew of civilian awards and accolades — including an honorary doctorate…
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