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In his acceptance speech at the Louisville convention, newly elected Legion commander Clarence Hill advocated the use of more computer technology and social networking to reach veterans of all ages, from all wars.

Clarence Hill, a retired Navy captain from Jacksonville, Fla., is The American Legion’s new national commander.

In Louisville, The American Legion recognized one member of each armed service for community service with its Spirit of Service Award.

Sunday’s parade marched down Main Street in Louisville for more than two hours and featured representatives from all 55 American Legion departments.