The American Legion Dispatch [May 10, 2002]

Funding a fitting tribute: Department of Connecticut sponsors World War II documentary -- Alabama senior captures 65th National Oratorical Contest -- A message from the National Commander: Remembering our new heroes, This Memorial Day gives rare opportunity to combine past and present -- From the desk of the National Adjutant: Working together for the children, Entire Department of Oklahoma helps out with American Legion Children's Home -- American Legion unites nation on Armed Forces Day through E-Cards -- VA health care: A national treasure, A dwindling veteran population places the 56-year-old VHA system in peril -- A world-class city with southern charm: Charlotte has plenty to offer as site of 84th American Legion Convention -- Convention 2002: A closer look at Charlotte, N.C. -- DiFrancesco on VA committee -- Eligibility requirements for the Legion, Auxiliary and SAL -- NEF support sought -- Medicare reimbursement bills introduced -- Legion fights for future Gulf vets with ALS