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Chartered by Congress in 1919, The American Legion became the largest organization advocating for U.S. veterans. It established national headquarters in Indianapolis and dedicated the building here in 1925. In the wake of WWI and amid concerns about internationalism and communism, The American Legion promoted military preparedness and “100 percent Americanism.” As a powerful lobbying group, The American Legion and its Auxiliary influenced legislation creating the U.S. Flag Code, Veterans Administration, and the landmark G.I. Bill. It also offered youth programs such as American Legion Baseball. In 1950, headquarters moved across the plaza as men and women of the Legion continued work for the rehabilitation and readjustment of veterans.
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