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
After winning American Legion Post #14 Oratorical Contest, Gabriel Stordah competed in the American Legion District 7 Oratorical Contest, and American Legion Department of Montana Oratorical Contest in Helena, Montana on March 29, 2025.
American Legion Post #14…$400 Prize
American Legion District 7…$250 Prize
American Legion Department of Montana…$1500 Prize
American Legion Post #14 Oratorical Contest was held at Gallatin High School on March 4, 2025 in Bozeman, Montana. Contestants included students from Bozeman HIgh School and Gallatin High School.
American Legion District 7 Oratorical Contest was held on March 22, 2025 In Bozeman, Montana.
A Special thanks goes to Bill Senecal, Monical Gambrel, and Jim Drummond for being American Legion District 7 Oratorical Judges.
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.