Annual convention draws hundreds to Buffalo, membership elects Cortland County veteran to lead organization Hundreds of veterans gathered at the annual American Legion Department of New York convention to elect U.S. Navy Veteran Michael McDermott, of Cortland County, as their 2019-2020 Commander. The 101st American Legion Convention welcomed hundreds of veterans from across New York State. … Continue reading American Legion of New York elects new commander and officers, sets mission for year ahead