The American Legion [Volume 184, No. 6 (June 2018)]

Over Here: Sites across the United States testify to the scope of U.S. involvement in World War I. By Mark D. Van Ells -- "Like a Giant X-Ray": They had a front-row seat to secret nuclear weapons tests. Now they're fighting for recognition and compensation. By Ken Olsen -- River Run: As part of the Coast Guard's inland fleet, Obion has the low-key but vital mission of marking the nation's waterways. By Matt Grills -- 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: Boatswain's Mate 2nd Class Thomas Troia of the Coast Guard cutter Obion inspects a shore navigation aid near Grandview, Ind. Photo by Lucas Carter