The American Legion [Volume 159, No. 6 (December 2005)]

The Heart of a Patriot: Famed pianist Ignace Jan Paderewski made an everlasting gift to U.S. military families. A Remembrance by Ambassador Edward L. Rowny. In America's Best Interest: James P. Hoffa and Alison Acosta Fraser debate the pros and cons of doing business with the entire world. -- For God and Country: Army chaplains leave Fort Jackson equipped to help soldiers face life and death on the battlefield. By Matt Grills. -- Compassion in Crisis: The American Legion family responds heroically to the Gulf Coast disasters. By John Raughter. -- The Threat of Weakness: State Department official says America's greatest threat comes from small, poor nations drawn into terrorism's orbit. -- In Memory of a Pearl Harbor Hero: Dorie Miller's bravery underfire deserves the Medal of Honor. By James V. Carroll. -- VA-Minded Commander Challenges Congress National Commander Tom Bock highlights a critical shortage in VA funding, even as demands on the system increase. By Jeff Stoffer. -- Vet Voice -- Commander's Message -- Big Issues -- Rapid Fire -- Comrades -- Parting Shots