Boys State at 70: roots recalled by founder's daughter
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The American legion's most respected department programs, "Boys State" founded by Hayes Kennedy and Harold L. Card seventy years ago has, to this day been a dynamic opportunity for high-school juniors interested in public service. Hayes Kennedy's daughter Helen Kennedy Ryan recalls the birth of the program.
Publication Name: The American Legion
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0886-1234
Year: 2005
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A celebration of hope and renewal: the national veterans creative arts festival showcases the amazing healing power of self-expression
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Stories of triumph and renewal are shared among Veterans during the week long 'National Veterans Creative Arts Festival'. The show includes workshops; rehearsals, fellowship and an art and stage show as a grand finale.
Publication Name: The American Legion
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0886-1234
Year: 2004
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The women who served
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During the Vietnam War, 10,000-11,000 women served in Vietnam. Of these, 7,500 were in the military.
Publication Name: The American Legion
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0886-1234
Year: 2003
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