The American Legion [Volume 185, No. 1 (July 2018)]

The GI Bill in Outer Space: A California post commander explains how education benefits launched his career into the stars. By Jeff Stoffer -- Back Where It All Began: The American Legion returns to Minneapolis, site of its first national convention, to celebrate 100 years of service. By Henry Howard -- "A Relentless Tragedy": More than 40 years after the end of the Vietnam War, VA is still dodging Agent Orange claims despite federal court rulings and a mountain of scientific evidence. By Ken Olsen -- Legacy Run '18: The annual cross-country journey will take Legion Riders from Kansas to Minnesota, with stops at posts chartered in 1919. By Steve B. Brooks -- Regular features: Vet Voice, Commander's Message, I Am The American Legion, Big Issues, Living Well, Travel, Veterans Update, Rapid Fire, Comrades, Parting Shots -- On the cover: Alton Haley believes exposure to Agent Orange in Vietnam is the cause of his numerous health problems, as well as the premature birth and death of his daughter. Photo by Todd Spoth