The American Legion Dispatch [October 15, 1999]

National Commander testifies before Congress: Lance champions the causes of veterans and those still in uniform -- FY2000 defense bill makes some progress righting several wrongs -- A message from the National Commander: Shabby treatment equals recruiting woes -- King-size Posts recognized; 23 have 2,000+ members -- WWI vet continues to charge back at 103 years old: Private Streeter, others receive French government's highest national honor during ceremony -- AL founders site plaque gets a face-lift -- American Legion's door to the Internet: iBelong program brings membership into the 21st century with a click -- 1999 Samsung American Legion Scholarship winners announced -- Congress reconvenes after summer recess: Senate finally passes VA-HUD funding bill -- From the desk of the National Adjutant: Legionnaires feel duty bound: Veterans committed to taking care of comrades no matter the cost