The American Legion [Volume 156, No. 3 (March 2004)]

Trial by Fires: U.S. forest protection efforts have ironically created a tinderbox of the West. By Tom Griggs. -- Dear U.S. Soldier in Iraq: American GIs fighting for civilization carry the burden of history on their shoulders. By Dennis Prager -- A Monumental Trust: Interior Secretary Gale Norton brings Americans and government together on the environment. -- Music City USA: The hospitality and culture of Nashville beckon Legionnaires for the 86th National Convention. By James V. Carroll. -- Operation Torch: For inexperienced U.S. troops, the Allied invasion of North Africa was on-the-job training. By Kay Grant. -- Baghdad's Untold Story: The media downplay U.S. successes in the reconstruction of Iraq. By Alan W. Dowd. -- The Rebirth of Iraq: Violent resistance has not stopped a freed people from striding toward democracy. By Ben Barber. -- A Celebration of Hope and Renewal: Arts festival gives veterans a chance to showcase their talents and rebuild their spirits. By Elissa Kaupisch. -- Star-Spangled Dolly: Tennessee's most famous songbird celebrates God and country on her latest album. -- Vet Voice -- Commander's Message -- Under the Radar -- Legion News -- Big Issues -- Living Well -- Comrades -- Parting Shots