The American Legion [Volume 167, No. 3 (September 2009)]

Forgotten Fronts: India, Pakistan, the Philippines and others illustrate the global nature of the war on terrorism. By Alan W. Dowd. -- Monumental Challenge: The Supreme Court hears arguments in October that could decide the future of veterans memorials everywhere. By Steve Brooks. -- Out of the Darkness: DoD, VA try to harness a problem affecting women and men alike: military sexual trauma. By Ken Olsen. -- Crude Realities: Once upon a time, nations went to war over salt. Today, of course, they battle over the world's energy resources. What will it take to turn oil into salt? By Anne Korin. -- The World According to Joe Matthews: The past national commander from Texas looks back on his colorful career as a Navy man and a Legion leader. By Philip M. Callaghan. -- For Luck: Combat veterans swear that goodluck charms and rituals protected them at war. By Harvey Meyer. -- The First Generation: John Stelle's efforts helped convince Congress to pass the GI Bill. By Philip M. Callaghan. -- Vet Voice -- Commander's Message -- Big Issues -- Living Well -- Veterans Update -- Rapid Fire -- Comrades -- Parting Shots