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 Commander Michael Schwartz. 

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At the bottom of the page is the current Department of Georgia Contact information.  Please use the primary Headquarters phone number: 678-289-8883, to contact any of the below during normal business hours. The main email address for Department Headquarters is: info@georgialegion.org. 

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DATE – 20 Apr 2026

Department Commanders’ Pass Down log

As we prepare for the National Commander’s visit this weekend, I’d like to thank all those individuals who have been working so hard on this visit.  We have planned our work, so now let’s work our plan. Many posts and districts have spent long hours preparing the details that make for a successful visit.  I am very proud of the work put into this visit by the Department Adjutant Jim Fultz as well. Let’s show off our genuine “Southern Hospitality” to the National Commander.  If it is possible, please attend one of his visits.  The itinerary is posted on the Legion website.  Again, Thanks for a job well done! 

On a sadder note, we take time to honor the memory of Past Department Commander William “Bill” Lienhop.  He was a great leader, mentor, and friend to thousands of Legionaries.  His reputation as a dedicated and loyal member of the American Legion was well deserved.  He was a PUFL and carried himself in a manner that brought respect not only to himself, but to the entire Legion.  His loving wife Darlene will be in our hearts and prayers during this difficult time.  Fair Winds and Following Seas, my shipmate.   

 “Believe you can, and you’re halfway there.”  Theodore Roosevelt