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Join Us September 11-13 for our Annual Richard A. Morrison Combined Advocacy Training! This training is available to anyone who wishes to learn about how to help veterans in their community, Legion Programs, and VA Benefits. Registrations need to be sent in prior to August 30th. Click Here for Registration Form

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