The American Legion [Volume 173, No. 6 (December 2012)]

Upside Down Lives: Even with long-awaited financial assistance, parents and spouses of wounded veterans are strained by 24/7 caregiving by Ken Olsen -- Spartans of Senegal: Trained by U.S. forces, West Africans fight to keep terrorism from creeping in by Mark Seavey -- The Contender: How competitive shooting at an American Legion post gave a teenager the confidence to achieve his dreams by Gerry Souter -- "Because of the Common Cause": USAA CEO Joe Robles shares the organization's recipe for success during tough economic times - and how its relationship with The American Legion helps -- My America: Henry van Dyke, preacher, author and poet -- Regular columns: Vet Voice, Commander's Message, Big Issues, Living Well, Veterans Update, Rapid Fire, Comrades, Parting Shots -- Cover: Photo by Marine Lt. Dominic William Pitrone