The American Legion [Volume 183, No. 1 (July 2017)]

Home of the Brave: During the Great War, Fort McHenry became the nation's largest military hospital, influencing the future of U.S. medicine and playing a role in the creation of VA. By Ken Olsen -- The Cult of Castro: Months after the Cuban strongman's death, the island nation shows no signs of abandoning communism. By Alan W. Dowd -- Legacy Run 2017 - From Fort Dodge to Reno: The charity motorcycle ride will cover 1,400 miles across Kansas, Colorado and Utah before arriving at the Legion's national convention. By Steve B. Brooks -- Operation: Military Cuisine: Military-themed restaurants draw crowds by honoring active-duty troops, veterans and first responders. By Audrey T. Hingley -- Regular features: Vet Voice, Commander's Message, I Am The American Legion, Big Issues, Living Well, Travel, Veterans Update, Rapid Fire, Comrades, Parting Shots -- Cover photo by Getty Images