Davy Leghorn of The American Legion Washington Office has provided us information about the Corona Virus Relief Act. This an opportunity for Departments and Posts to help offset some employee costs as well help the employees during this period where
2020 Youth Cadet Law Enforcement Academy Cancelled
After considerable consideration by the Virginia State Police administration and the Virginia American Legion leadership, we have decided to cancel the 2020 Youth Cadet Law Enforcement Academy scheduled for 14-19 June, 2020. We waited as long as we did, hoping
2020 Boys State Cancelled
On behalf of the entire American Legion Boys State of Virginia Board of Directors, leadership team, and staff, we are saddened that we have had to make the decision to cancel this year’s 78th session of Virginia Boys State due
Virginia Youth Cadet Law Enforcement Updates
As of 3/25/2020: Although the academic year for all high schools in Virginia has come to an end, we are still hopeful that our YCLE program can still be salvaged for the 2020 summer. In addition to the support of
Northern Virginia Veteran & Military Family Hiring Expo
The Northern Virginia Veteran & Military Family Hiring Expo, serving much of the Greater Northern Virginia region, will be held on Wednesday, April 8th, 2020, from 11:00am – 2:00pm at the Hilton Washington Dulles Airport, 13869 Park Center Road, Herndon,
2020 Department of Virginia Leadership College
The Department of Virginia Leadership College is designed too ensure attendees receive the mentoring and training necessary to return to their Posts, Units, Squadrons and American Legion Riders Chapters with the knowledge and enthusiasm to promote and develop American Legion
2020 Department Spring Conference Program Published
The 2020 Department Spring Conference program has been published and can be seen below. Download link is at the bottom of the page. 2020 Department Spring Conference Program
2020 Virginia Legacy Run
Registration has started for the 2020 Virginia Legacy Run. The Virginia In State Legacy Run (ISLR) will take place 16-18 July and is endorsed by the American Legion Department of Virginia as part of the National Legacy Scholarship Ride. It’s
Department Spring Golf Tournament Scheduled
The American Legion spring golf tournament will be held at Sly Fox Golf Club located at 65 Jacksons Chase Drive, Middletown Va. On April the 24th, 25th and 26th. Additional details can be found on the flyer below or you
SAL National Commander Homecoming Scheduled
The Detachment of Virginia is proud to present a Homecoming for National Commander Clint Bolt on April 17, 2020 at the Norfolk Waterside Sheraton Hotel. For additional details see the flyer below. You can download the flyer using the link