Since 1938, The American Legion Oratorical Contest has presented participants with an academic speaking challenge that teaches important leadership qualities, the history of our nation’s laws, the ability to think and speak clearly, and an understanding of the duties, responsibilities, rights and privileges of American citizenship.
American Legion Post #14 Oratorical Contest was held at Gallatin High School on February 26, 2026 in Bozeman, Montana. Contestants included students from Bozeman HIgh School and Gallatin High School.
Miles Meinder (1st Place), Thomas Meltzer (3rd Place) Gabe Stordahl (2nd Place)
Speaking subjects must be on some aspect of the U.S. Constitution, with some emphasis on the duties and obligations of citizens to our government. Speeches are eight to 10 minutes long; three- to five-minute speeches on an assigned topic also are part of the contest.
A Special thanks goes to Jessy Fabbri, Angie Johnson, and Bill Seneca for being American Legion District 7 Oratorical Judges.
