Gypsum Canyon Veterans Cemetery Moves Forward After CalVet Study Finds Lower Cost Path

The proposed Southern California Veterans Cemetery at Gypsum Canyon in Anaheim is moving forward after a new CalVet study projects lower costs and more burial capacity.

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Department Headquarters Cleanup Event: May 30

You are invited to join us for our Department Headquarters Cleanup event on Saturday, May 30!

We will be getting together as a community to help clean and organize our headquarters office, build camaraderie, and support our mission as The American Legion.

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VA Research Finds Higher Suicide Risk Among Veterans With Repeated Toxic Exposure

A new VA study found that Veterans with multiple toxic exposures had higher odds of suicidal thoughts and behaviors, with PTSD and depression playing a major role in that risk.

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THE AMERICAN LEGION’S MISSION

Chartered and incorporated by Congress in 1919, The American Legion is the nation’s largest veterans service organization and its Department of California is dedicated to serving the approximately 2 million veterans living in communities across the Golden State.

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Veteran families strengthen america

The American Legion, American Legion Auxiliary and Sons of The American Legion have worked decades, steadfastly, and side by side, promoting patriotism and national security while supporting youth and advocating for veterans and active-duty military. The American Legion Family also includes American Legion Riders, a program of motorcycle enthusiasts.

OUR FOUR PILLARS

The American Legion is committed to mentoring youth and the sponsorship of wholesome programs in our communities, advocating patriotism and honor, promoting strong national security, and continued devotion to our fellow servicemembers and veterans. California veterans and their families strengthen America.

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