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In this
world of ours, the American Legion Auxiliary shines as an example of
unselfish giving. With almost a million members from all walks of life,
the Auxiliary administers hundreds of volunteer programs, gives tens of
thousands of hours to its communities and to veterans, and raises
millions of dollars to support its own programs as well as other worth
while charities familiar to most Americans. It is all accomplished with
volunteers .
The
Auxiliary is much more than the name implies. The organization has
achieved its own unique identity while working side-by-side with the
veterans who belong to The American Legion. Like the Legion, the
Auxiliary's interests have broadened to encompass the entire community.
Through its nearly 12,000 units located in every state and some foreign
countries, the Auxiliary embodies the spirit of America that has
prevailed through war and peace. It is as solidly behind America today
as it was when it was founded in 1920.
In 1919,
at the very first National Convention of The American Legion, it was
agreed that the organization's purpose could not be properly served
without the aid and dedication of each member's family. Membership in
the Auxiliary is now open to Legionnaires' wives, mothers, daughters,
sisters, granddaughters and grandmothers.
Today,
they are recognized as the most influential patriotic women's
organization in the world, but their success has not changed their
purpose. They joined hands with The American Legion to serve God and
Country as a family and that bond will never be broken.
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