The American Legion [Volume 157, No. 4 (October 2004)]

The National Guard: Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow: For more than a century, this modern militia has been on the front line of homeland defense. By Maj. Gen. Bruce Jacobs -- A Tale of Two Constitutions: Alan Dershowitz and David Barton take sides on original intent and "reinterpretation" of America's most meaningful document. -- Brothers in Arms: Basketball legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar shares the story of World War II's all-black 761st Tank Battalion. -- Built Tough: Ford retiree Tom Cadmus has what it takes to command The American Legion. By Matt Grills. -- Dusty Baker: American Legion played a big part in deciding the fate of a future baseball star and manager. -- The Case for Self-Protection: The United States should heed the lessons of Britain's restrictive gun laws. By Joyce Lee Malcolm. -- Vet Voice -- Big Issues -- Living Well -- Under the Radar -- Legion News -- Comrades -- Parting Shots