SGT. Shawna M. Morrison was the first female Illinois National Guardsmen to be killed in action for the state of Illinois during Operation Iraqi Freedom on September 6, 2004. One of many who paid the ultimate sacrifice for something that ... READ MORE

Cheryl L. Walker 19th District Commander 2018-2019 2023-2024 Champaign County Commander 2015-2016

The American Legion was founded during the needs of War War 1 veterans coming home and that was perfect at that time. Today's veterans want mentorship, entrepreneurship, job placement, and college degrees. The post works with the university to find ... READ MORE