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1 The American Legion P.O. Box 7017 Indianapolis, IN NONPROFIT ORG U.S. POSTAGE PAID THE AMERICAN LEGION OKLAHOMA BENEFITS PENDING: RESPONSE NEEDED FROM VETERAN MOORE THIS IS AN IMPORTANT NOTICE TO OKLAHOMA WARTIME VETERAN JAMES R. MOORE. YOUR AMERICAN LEGION BENEFITS HAVE EXPIRED. PLEASE RESPOND IMMEDIATELY TO ACTIVATE THEM! THE AMERICAN LEGION BENEFITS DEPARTMENT IMPORTANT NOTICE DELIVER PROMPTLY JAMES R. MOORE 2900 E. APACHE ST. TULSA, OK OE-LF-15

Certificate of Service FOR DISTINGUISHED SERVICE IN THE UNITED STATES ARMED FORCES WHEREBY SERVED THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA WITH EXCEPTIONAL DUTY AND

American Legion Membership Activation Form 3 Easy Ways # to Join! 1 Return the Activation Form in the enclosed envelope.

org/ mailoffer Please detach this stub before mailing the folded Membership Activation Form in the envelope enclosed From: 2900 E.

Please reinstate my American Legion benefits at once and restore my membership to active status.

in America. Please also rush me my FREE American Legion Gift! I am enclosing my $25 check payable to The American Legion.

With this signature, I verify that I have served or am still serving honorably on active duty (Please check boxes for your dates of service to the right and

2 Certificate of Service FOR DISTINGUISHED SERVICE IN THE UNITED STATES ARMED FORCES WHEREBY SERVED THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA WITH EXCEPTIONAL DUTY AND HONOR MEETING THE REQUIREMENTS SET FORTH BY THE CONGRESS OF THE UNITED STATES FOR MEMBERSHIP IN THE AMERICAN LEGION NATIONAL ADJUTANT Detach Here The American Legion Membership Activation Form 3 Easy Ways # to Join! 1 Return the Activation Form in the enclosed envelope. # OR 2Call # OR 3 Or, go to mailoffer Please detach this stub before mailing the folded Membership Activation Form in the envelope enclosed From: 2900 E. Apache St If address above is not correct, please cross out and make corrections on back. YES, I still stand strong. Please reinstate my American Legion benefits at once and restore my membership to active status. I understand my membership supports the state and national programs that benefit me, help all veterans and active duty servicemen and women, and keep pride in America. Please also rush me my FREE American Legion Gift! I am enclosing my $25 check payable to The American Legion. I am charging my dues to a credit card; please see back. With this signature, I verify that I have served or am still serving honorably on active duty (Please check boxes for your dates of service to the right and sign below) X Signature Join online: Visit and enter your temporary membership number: << >> Eligibility Dates Branch of Service Affix your sticker here to receive your FREE GIFT! AUG 2, OPEN DEC 20, JAN 31, 1990 AUG 24, JUL 31, 1984 FEB 28, MAY 7, 1975 JUNE 25, JAN 31, 1955 DEC 7, DEC 31, 1946 APR 6, NOV 11, 1918 U.S. ARMY U.S. MARINES U.S. NAVY U.S. AIR FORCE U.S. COAST GUARD U.S. MERCHANT MARINE (WWII only) AFFIX YOUR STICKER HERE TO RECEIVE YOUR FREE GIFT!

3 Credit Card Information: Visa MasterCard Discover AMEX Account No. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Exp. Date Date of Birth: Signature Date Security Code MM/DD/YYYY Phone Number: Address: Male: Female: Please Make Any Address Corrections Here if Necessary: Name Address City State Zip THE AMERICAN LEGION NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS P.O. BOX 7017 INDIANAPOLIS, IN American Legion membership and benefits are available only to qualified veterans who served this nation on active duty during wartime. If you have received this letter in error, we apologize for the inconvenience, and we welcome your donation. CR-LFX-15

***IMPORTANT NOTICE*** REGARDING YOUR MILITARY BENEFITS URGENT NOTICE: James, our records indicate that your American Legion membership has expired and you are not receiving the full benefits you

Last year, The American Legion Department of Oklahoma: 15 OKLAHOMA Provided expert assistance in helping veterans and families resolve over XXXX federal benefit cases Honored veterans at XXXX

4 ***IMPORTANT NOTICE*** REGARDING YOUR MILITARY BENEFITS URGENT NOTICE: James, our records indicate that your American Legion membership has expired and you are not receiving the full benefits you have earned as a U.S. Wartime Veteran. Don t delay any longer join today. Return the enclosed Membership Activation Form and begin taking advantage of the benefits you ve earned! HELPING HERE AT HOME! Last year, The American Legion Department of Oklahoma: 15 OKLAHOMA Provided expert assistance in helping veterans and families resolve over XXXX federal benefit cases Honored veterans at XXXX funerals Distributed XXXX in emergency assistance And much more Dear James, As a proud <<State>> veteran who has honorably served our great nation during wartime, you and your family are eligible for an exciting array of discounts and benefits that could save you hundreds even thousands of dollars each year, as a valued member of The American Legion. That is why I was so surprised to find your name on a list of <<state>> veterans who are no longer receiving these benefits. You served your country with honor, and through an act of Congress it is my privilege to invite you to reinstate your membership in The American Legion our country s largest wartime veteran s service organization. James, As our way of saying Thank You, select one of these three FREE gifts on your membership activation form. When you activate your membership today, you and your dependants will have easy access to receive expert assistance ensuring you receive ALL the benefits from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to which you are rightfully entitled. <James>, it s as easy as that! That s in addition to the savings, special discounts and exclusive member privileges you receive as an active American Legion member! When you activate your membership in The American Legion, you will receive FREE: The American Legion gift of your choice from above along with additional gifts throughout the year. FREE: Travel Benefits Package including savings at car rental agencies, moving companies, cruises, and thousands of hotels and motels. FREE: Eye care and prescription drug plan package. FREE: A full year s subscription to The American Legion Magazine. Each issue packed with news and articles of interest to America s Veterans. (OVER, PLEASE)

5 As an American Legion member, have easy access to and help support a highly trained network of Veteran s Service Officers whose mission is to help all veterans obtain the full VA medical, educational and insurance benefits you are eligble for now AND IN THE FUTURE. The willingness with which our young people are likely to serve in any war, no matter how justified, shall be directly proportional to how they perceive how the veterans of earlier wars were treated and appreciated by their nation. It is our mission to ensure that ALL veterans are treated with dignity and our country keeps the promises it made when you and your fellow veterans answered the call. The American Legion is a force in Washington protecting the benefits you earned and fighting for the benefits you need! The American Legion was the architect of the GI Bill which continues to allow veterans to go to college, find employment, and purchase homes. We have tirelessly fought for the benefits of our Vietnam Veterans - expanding coverage to those suffering from a wide (and growing) range of illnesses linked to exposure to dangerous chemicals like Agent Orange. We continue to hold the VA accountable for providing quality healthcare to our veterans in a timely manner and will not back down until the system is fixed. The American Legion stands toe-to-toe with those in Washington who continue to try to cut budgets on the backs of our veterans. You have earned these benefits and MORE isn t it time to start taking advantage of benefits that can save you hundreds of dollars each year for mere pennies each day? Simply fill out the Membership Activation Form I have included, along with your first year s membership dues, and start saving money on everything from insurance to prescription drugs and rental cars to eyewear. It would be an honor and a privilege to say Welcome Back to The American Legion. Serving those who have served, Daniel S. Wheeler National Adjutant P.S. As a special thank you, for your dedication to America, I have enclosed a set of patriotic personalized address labels and two decals, along with a beautiful personalized certificate - honoring your service to our country. PLUS, when you reactivate your American Legion membership, we ll rush you a SPECIAL BONUS Gift of your choice FREE! FLEECE BLANKET Featuring The American Legion logo, this polar fleece blanket gives you style, warmth and comfort. POCKET KNIFE Emblazoned with your Branch of Service, you ll use it with pride every day. LAPEL PIN You ll be proud to wear this exclusive American Legion lapel pin. LTR-LFX-15

6 ***IMPORTANT NOTICE*** REGARDING YOUR MILITARY BENEFITS URGENT NOTICE: James, our records indicate that you not receiving the full benefits you may be eligible to receive as a U.S. Wartime Veteran. Don t delay any longer join more than 2 million fellow veterans and return the enclosed benefits activation form TODAY! HELPING HERE AT HOME! Last year, The American Legion Department of Oklahoma: 15 OKLAHOMA Provided expert assistance in helping veterans and families resolve over XXXX federal benefit cases Honored veterans at XXXX funerals Distributed XXXX in emergency assistance And much more Dear James, I am truly glad I have found you. It comes to my attention that you are not receiving benefits that you may be eligible for as a wartime veteran. Through requirements enacted by the U.S. Congress - I am authorized to invite only wartime veterans to access a wide array of money saving benefits through membership in The American Legion our country s largest wartime veteran s service organization. In order to begin receiving your benefits, please fill out and return the Membership Activation Form I have included. Simply confirm you served in the U.S. military during one or more of the periods listed on the Membership Activation form and return it to me with your first year s dues. James, As our way of saying Thank You, select one of these three FREE gifts on your membership activation form. <James>, it s as easy as that! When you join today, you and your dependants will have easy acess to receive expert assistance ensuring you receive ALL the benefits from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to which you are rightfully entitled. That s in addition to the savings, special discounts and exclusive member privileges you receive as an active American Legion member! When you join The American Legion, you will receive FREE: The American Legion gift of your choice from above along with additional gifts throughout the year. FREE: Travel Benefits Package including savings at car rental agencies, moving companies, cruises, and thousands of hotels and motels. FREE: Eye care and prescription drug plan package. FREE: A full year s subscription to The American Legion Magazine. Each issue packed with news and articles of interest to America s Veterans. (OVER, PLEASE)

As an American Legion member, have easy access to and help support a highly trained network of Veteran s Service Officers whose mission is to help all veterans obtain the full VA medical, educational

The willingness with which our young people are likely to serve in any war, no matter how justified, shall be directly proportional to how they perceive how the veterans of earlier wars were treated

7 As an American Legion member, have easy access to and help support a highly trained network of Veteran s Service Officers whose mission is to help all veterans obtain the full VA medical, educational and insurance benefits you are eligble for now AND IN THE FUTURE. The willingness with which our young people are likely to serve in any war, no matter how justified, shall be directly proportional to how they perceive how the veterans of earlier wars were treated and appreciated by their nation. It is our mission to ensure that ALL veterans are treated with dignity and our country keeps the promises it made when you and your fellow veterans answered the call. The American Legion is a force in Washington protecting the benefits you earned and fighting for the benefits you need! The American Legion was the architect of the GI Bill which continues to allow veterans to go to college, find employment, and purchase homes. We have tirelessly fought for the benefits of our Vietnam Veterans - expanding coverage to those suffering from a wide (and growing) range of illnesses linked to exposure to dangerous chemicals like Agent Orange. We continue to hold the VA accountable for providing quality healthcare to our veterans in a timely manner and will not back down until the system is fixed. The American Legion stands toe-to-toe with those in Washington who continue to try to cut budgets on the backs of our veterans. You have earned these benefits and MORE isn t it time to start taking advantage of benefits that can save you hundreds of dollars each year for mere pennies each day? Simply fill out the Membership Activation Form I have included, along with your first year s membership dues, and start saving money on everything from insurance to prescription drugs and rental cars to eyewear. It is an honor and a privilege to WELCOME you to The American Legion. Daniel S. Wheeler National Adjutant P.S. As a special thank you, for your dedication to America, I have enclosed a set of patriotic personalized address labels and two decals, along with a beautiful personalized certificate - honoring your service to our country. PLUS, when you activate your American Legion membership, we ll rush you a SPECIAL BONUS Gift of your choice FREE! FLEECE BLANKET Featuring The American Legion logo, this polar fleece blanket gives you style, warmth and comfort. POCKET KNIFE Emblazoned with your Branch of Service, you ll use it with pride every day. LAPEL PIN You ll be proud to wear this exclusive American Legion lapel pin. LTR-LFP-15

Magazine Yours FREE For Legion members only, each colorful

stories, updates and important information prepared just

Branch of Service Pocket Knife See reverse side for more

you to the full array of Legion benefits, along with

The American Legion Lapel Pin Exclusive Benefits Yours

thousands of motels and hotels, along with car rentals and

with The American Legion discount program Your membership

8 JAMES MOORE, CHOOSE YOUR FREE GIFT! The American Legion Fleece Blanket The American Legion Magazine Yours FREE For Legion members only, each colorful monthly issue of our exclusive magazine brings you news, stories, updates and important information prepared just for America s veterans. Branch of Service Pocket Knife See reverse side for more details YOU WILL ALSO RECEIVE Member Card Yours FREE It s the card you ll carry with honor! Your personalized American Legion membership card entitles you to the full array of Legion benefits, along with special savings you ll use almost every day. The American Legion Lapel Pin Exclusive Benefits Yours FREE We ve negotiated special savings and reduced rates at thousands of motels and hotels, along with car rentals and professional movers You will save on prescription drugs with The American Legion discount program Your membership gives you special savings on family eyewear You can even get help obtaining full VA medical, education and insurance benefits for you and your family Plus so much more!

9 PROUD TO HAVE SERVED IN THE U.S. ARMED SERVICES SELECT YOUR BRANCH OF SERVICE ON YOUR REPLY FORM ARMY MARINES NAVY AIR FORCE COAST GUARD PS-LF-15 THE AMERICAN LEGION NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS, P.O. BOX 7017 INDIANAPOLIS, IN

10 JIM MOORE, YOUR SUMMARY OF AMERICAN LEGION BENEFITS Reserved for U.S. Wartime Veterans BENEFIT ASSISTANCE - Helps all veterans obtain full veteran medical and educational benefits, as well as assistance in preparing VA claims. VETERANS REPRESENTATION - The American Legion is the most effective and dependable advocate of veteran s affairs and is fighting for better pay for those on active duty and improved housing for their families. In May 2014, to protest the VA s poor oversight of its medical services, The American Legion called for the resignations of top VA officials. The sick and wounded returning from deployment must have timely and quality medical care! VETERANS EMPLOYMENT - The American Legion works with the Department of Labor on National ASSISTANCE WITH YOUR VETERAN BENEFITS PLUS! Employment and Training Programs for veterans and with the President s Committee on Employment of People with Disabilities and its Committee on Disabled Veterans. MEMBERS MONTHLY MAGAZINE - You ll receive a full year s subscription to The American Legion Magazine. Each issue is packed with news, articles and stories designed for America s veterans. - This website is designed to connect members of The American Legion to their Post and Department (state) leadership, other veterans with similar interests, and the vast array of services offered at every level of the organization. ADDED MEDICAL BENEFITS DISCOUNT PRESCRIPTION DRUG PROGRAM - Members and dependants can save up to 20% or more through CVS/caremark. LIFELINE SCREENING - Member discounts on potentially life saving health screenings. EYE CARE/WEAR PLAN - EyeMed Vision Care provides discounts on the costs of eye examinations and eye wear. Members and dependants can save up to 40% off vision care products and services purchased at network locations. The biggest network and the most choice. Because more is more. DISCOUNTS ON HEARING AIDS - HEARING HEALTH CARE Members, family and extended family are eligible for hearing care discounts from Amplifon Hearing Health Care. Benefits include: low-price guarantee; access to over 3,900 locations nationwide; over 2,000 models; free 60-day trial period; free multiyear supply of batteries (160 cells). INSURANCE LIFE INSURANCE THROUGH MUTUAL OF OMAHA - Members aged are eligible for guaranteed issue whole life policies. (May not be available in all states). USAA - Provides a full range of financial products including: insurance, banking, investments, and financial advice. As an American Legion member, you are eligible to join. There are no membership fees to join USAA and when you sign up, your eligible family members can join USAA as well. MOVING AND RELOCATION NORTH AMERICAN VAN LINES AND ALLIED VAN LINES - Preferred savings of 50% or more on interstate (state-to-state) moving and in-transit storage. BUDGET TRUCK RENTAL - Members now receive up to a 20% discount off local or oneway truck rentals at over 2,800 Budget Truck Rental locations nationwide. The American Legion P.O. Box 7017 Indianapolis, IN 46207

11 TRAVEL AND AUTO RENTAL GOV VACATION REWARDS - Members can get the best discount available on travel including airfare, hotel, car rental, vacation packages, cruises, and more. VETERANS HOLIDAYS - This program offers members the opportunity to rent a furnished condominium for 2-8 people, for an entire week, for less than they would pay for a single hotel room. AUTO RENTALS - Members can receive special discounts with AVIS, BUDGET, ALAMO, HERTZ or NATIONAL CAR RENTAL. Save 5-25% on daily, weekly and monthly rates. Note: These discount offers are valid at participating locations and are not valid with any other discounts or special prices in the U.S. MOTEL 6 - Members receive a 15% discount at any of the 1,100 pet-friendly Motel 6 locations in the U.S. and Canada. BENEFITS FOR HOME DELL COMPUTERS - Members can save 30 to 40% off tablets and computers and receive discounts on electronics/accessories. APPLE COMPUTERS - Now you can save up to 17% on select Apple and third party products. SEARS COMMERCIAL - Exclusive member discounts on appliances and major household items are available through a toll-free number FLOWERS.COM - Receive discounts from the world s #1 online florist through flowers.com. LIFESTATION - Members can receive special discounted rates on a medical alert system and a free extra item. WYNDHAM HOTEL GROUP - Save 20% off the Best Available Rate at thousands of participating locations throughout the world! Make sure you are receiving all the benefits as a member of The American Legion! NOTE: These discount offers are valid at participating locations and are not valid with any other discounts or special prices. The American Legion does not guarantee any discounts. A Blue Star Banner displayed in the window of a home is an American tradition. The banner lets others know that someone in the home is proudly serving on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces. Order your Blue Star Banner from The American Legion National Emblem Sales. Call toll-free or order online at BS-LF-15

For assistance, or with questions, call toll-free: Customer Service Number: 1-888-805-6180 The American Legion Fleece Blanket Branch of Service Knife The American Legion Lapel Pin

12 YOUR CHOICE! Select and place your sticker on the Membership Activation Form to receive your FREE gift! JAMES R. MOORE Temporary Membership Number << >> <<12345>> <<23451>> <<34512>> You served your country and The American Legion is here to serve you. For assistance, or with questions, call toll-free: Customer Service Number: The American Legion Fleece Blanket Branch of Service Knife The American Legion Lapel Pin M M M M James, please accept these free gifts as a token of our sincere gratitude for your service to our great country. PROUD TO HAVE SERVED IN THE U.S. ARMED FORCES If you have a family member serving in the Armed Forces, please display this Blue Star decal with pride and honor!

THE AMERICAN LEGION NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS P.O. BOX 7017 INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46207-7017 To learn more about The American Legion, or with any questions, please visit legion.org or call 1-888-805-6180.

A pre-addressed envelope is included to speed your reply. You can also join online by going to www.legion.org/mailoffer or over the phone by calling 1-888-805-6180. Q.

If it lists your dates of military service, and if you served honorably, at least one day of active duty, you qualify for membership in The American Legion.

13 THE AMERICAN LEGION NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS P.O. BOX 7017 INDIANAPOLIS, IN To learn more about The American Legion, or with any questions, please visit legion.org or call QUESTIONS & ANSWERS ABOUT THE AMERICAN LEGION Q. How do I join The American Legion? A. Simply complete the enclosed Membership Activation Form and mail it back today with your annual membership dues. A pre-addressed envelope is included to speed your reply. You can also join online by going to or over the phone by calling Q. How do I know if I qualify for membership in The American Legion? A. Look on your Membership Activation Form. If it lists your dates of military service, and if you served honorably, at least one day of active duty, you qualify for membership in The American Legion. If you are still serving on active duty, in the Reserves or National Guard, you are eligible to join. Q. Why is membership in The American Legion limited to certain periods? A. The American Legion was chartered by the U.S. Congress in 1919 as an organization of wartime veterans. Our membership eligibility dates parallel dates set by Congress for wartime service. Q. Why should I join The American Legion? A. Your membership in The American Legion allows you to take full advantage of your status as a wartime veteran and receive additional American Legion benefits to which you are entitled. With your membership, you also support the troops presently serving and honor the other men and women in the United States military who have given so much for our country. And as a Legionnaire, you ll have the opportunity to build friendships and camaraderie with fellow wartime veterans and continue your service to America. Q. What types of service activities are Legionnaires involved with, and how do they contribute to my community? A. The American Legion was instrumental in the creation of the Veterans Administration (VA) and having the VA elevated to a cabinet level agency and designated as the Department of Veterans Affairs. The American Legion is also universally recognized as the originator of the GI Bill of Rights and it continues to work to maintain the rights and benefits earned by veterans through service to their country. Legionnaires are also deeply involved with community activities ranging from hospital services and blood drives to youth programs such as the Boy Scouts, the National High School Oratorical Contest, American Legion Baseball, scholarships and the annual American Legion Boys State/Boys Nation programs. Q. If I join The American Legion, how involved in its service programs will I become? A. That is strictly up to you. Some members are more involved than others, but all members are encouraged to find a level of involvement that s comfortable for them. PROUD TO HAVE SERVED IN THE U.S. ARMED FORCES LBL-LF-15

14 CRE-LF-15 PRIORITY PROCESSING

IMPORTANT NOTICE THE AMERICAN LEGION BENEFITS DEPARTMENT JAMES R. MOORE 2900 E. APACHE ST. TULSA, OK DELIVER PROMPTLY

IMPORTANT NOTICE THE AMERICAN LEGION BENEFITS DEPARTMENT JAMES R. MOORE 2900 E. APACHE ST. TULSA, OK DELIVER PROMPTLY The American Legion P.O. Box 7017 Indianapolis, IN 46207 NONPROFIT ORG U.S. POSTAGE PAID THE AMERICAN LEGION , in recognition of your service in the Certificate of Military