As the newspapers reported itThe 1926 American Legion convention at Philadelphia

1 day of original coverage, October 16, 1926, one clipping a day from the papers of 1926. Newest last, the way readers lived it.

Saturday, October 16, 1926

The 1926 American Legion convention at Philadelphia · the convention closes at Philadelphia

As printed: LEGION CLOSES ANNUAL MEET

ContextThe American Legion is the veterans' organization founded in 1919 by men who served in the World War; the A. E. F. was the American Expeditionary Forces sent to France. A national commander is chosen by delegates voting by state, ballot after ballot, until one man has a majority.

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