Understanding VA Burial Benefits for Veterans & Spouses

American Legion Post 108 had the privilege of participating in the recent Memorial Day ceremony at Bushnell National Cemetery.  When talking about burials at a national cemetery, several questions came up: Will the VA cover the cost of all funeral expenses? How do I know if I (a veteran) qualify for burial at a National…

Read More

American Legion Post 108 Honor Guard: Every Day is Memorial Day

In moments of reflection, remembrance, and respect, the American Legion Post 108 Honor Guard stands as a powerful symbol of gratitude for those who served our nation. Based in the Lutz–Land O’ Lakes community of Florida, the Post 108 Honor Guard is dedicated to honoring the service and sacrifice of honorably discharged veterans and supporting…

Read More

Pre-Need Planning for Veterans – one last gift for our loved ones

Why Pre‑Need Planning Matters for Veterans — And How to Do It with a community partner like Lutz Cemetery For families, end‑of‑life planning is something they intend to get to “one day.” But when loss comes unexpectedly, families are often left searching for documents, making rushed decisions, and trying to navigate the VA burial benefits…

Read More

Living with Chronic Pain / Conditions?

Have you been struggling with chronic pain or health conditions?  Are you exhausted from dealing with ineffective doctors who tell you it’s all in your head? Chronic pain can take over a veteran’s life in ways most people never see. It affects mobility, sleep, mood, relationships, and the ability to enjoy even the simplest parts…

Read More

Stay Connected: Cell Phone & Services for Florida Veterans

For Florida’s veterans, staying connected isn’t a luxury—it’s a lifeline. Whether it’s keeping in touch with family, coordinating medical appointments, accessing VA resources, or staying mission‑ready for community service, reliable phone service plays a critical role in daily life. Fortunately, veterans in the Sunshine State have access to several programs designed to make cell phones…

Read More

All Gave Some, Some Gave All

November is recognized as Veterans Month, a time dedicated to honoring military veterans and their families, culminating in Veterans Day on November 11. Veterans Month was established in 1996 by the Armed Services YMCA.  It has been recognized by the U.S. Government every year since.  Each November, the President signs a proclamation declaring November as National Veterans & Military Families Month.  This month serves to honor the sacrifices made by active duty, Guard, and Reserve military families,…

Read More

The 108 Flag Retirement Ceremonies

Join The 108 on the 2nd Saturday of the first month of each quarter for a respectful Flag Retirement Ceremony. The 2026 Schedule is as follows: January 10th April 11th July 11th October 10th Location of Ceremony: Harvester Community Church 2432 Collier Pkwy. Land O’Lakes, FL 34639 (back field) Time of Ceremony: Promptly at 10:00…

Read More

Code Talkers

Native American Code Talkers in World War II During World War II, Native American Code Talkers played a crucial role in securing Allied communications. Their unique languages transmitted coded messages that were never deciphered by enemy forces. The most famous group was the Navajo Code Talkers, but others participated, including the Comanche, Cherokee, and Choctaw.…

Read More