American Legion National Commander thanks sculptor Robert Ingersoll Aitken for statue

The speaker discusses the process of creating an award for the American Legion Monthly. Initially considering an allegorical design, the speaker ultimately decides on a representation that reflects the lives and work of the Legion members. The speaker is congratulated for this significant contribution.

What prompted the speaker to come up with the idea for the award?

• A personal interest in awards

• A request from the American Legion Monthly editors

• A suggestion from a friend

• A dream they had

What was the speaker's initial thought for the award?

• Something musical

• Something humorous

• Something allegorical

• Something practical

Why did the speaker decide against an allegorical award?

• It was too expensive

• It was too complex

• It was not approved by the editors

• The Legion members preferred something representing their lives

What does the speaker extend to the Commander at the end?

• A gift

• Congratulations

• A question

• An invitation

What was the speaker's final decision regarding the award?

• To represent the lives and work of the Legion members

• To write a book

• To make it a musical piece

• To create a painting