by tuskentrooper on Sat Mar 20, 2010 7:19 pm
Series 9 of the official 501st Legion trading cards are now being circulated around the world. This 51-card set marks the end of the current design which began back in 2005, and contains 4 new Honorary Member cards, 4 new unit cards and 5 specialty cards including card #501 with original artwork by Honorary Member Dave Dorman. Click here to see them all! Remember, 501st cards are always free, so ask for one at your next 501st event and don't ever pay for them!
by tuskentrooper on Fri Mar 12, 2010 10:32 pm
In this episode of the official 501st podcast, we get a firsthand report from the South African Adidas Originals Star Wars troop, toss some beads at Mardi Gras and lend a hand to McDonald's promotions and Fanboys dubs! All this plus your regular mission reports, charity efforts and more. Click here to listen, download or comment now on our show notes page. iTunes subscribers can subscribe to our feed.
by tuskentrooper on Thu Mar 11, 2010 3:35 pm
The Legion regrets to announce another great loss with the passing of Jeremy Gurule (TB-1783) of the 501st Mountain Garrison on the evening of March 10, 2010. Jeremy suffered from a heart condition, but trooped with the Dewback Ridge Squad since 2006. Our deepest sympathies go out to his family and friends. Troop on, brother.
by tuskentrooper on Sun Mar 07, 2010 11:31 pm
The Legion regrets to announce the loss of Luis Draco (BH-5822) of the 501st Star Garrison. Luis was working as a civilian contractor in Iraq when he was killed by a mortar, leaving behind a daughter and fiancee. Our heartfelt sympathies go out to the family and friends of this Eternal Legionnaire.
