The American Legion Dispatch [January 14, 2000]

National Commander visits Navy carrier: Lance examines impact of serious personnel shortages abroad -- Legion reviews report on VA hospital mistakes -- A message from the National Commander: The state of the U.S. military: Overworked, unprepared, underappreciated -- Legion appeal nets veteran $350,000 settlement -- Florida Post on winning streak for award -- Officer of the Year Program honors others in uniform -- New law provides vets honor in death -- Legion speaks out (again) on depleted uranium issue -- Profiles on House Veterans' Affairs Committee members -- From the desk of the National Adjutant: Young members needed to continue Legion's mission -- Vet's cause dealt blow in court; Legion makes pledge to fight on