Articles From the 501st
In Memory of Luis Draco (BH-5822)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...
Bryan Humphrey Inducted as Friend of the LegionIowa-based photographer Bryan Humphrey was inducted as a Friend of the Legion on February 26, 2010, in recognition of his extensive work supporting the 501st and Rebel Legion with free professional photography at various events. The 501st Central and...
NASA Event CancelledThe 501st Legion regrets to announce that its participation at the Kennedy Space Center space shuttle launch event planned for April 5, 2010 has been cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances surrounding event coordination. The Legion looks forward to...
Jeremy Bulloch's "Fettish" HelmetThe 501st TK Project for Make-A-Wish is well underway and Jeremy Bulloch (501st member and Star Wars actor) has completed and returned his contribution, a Boba Fett-inspired autographed helmet . Although all of the blank Stormtrooper helmets donated...
TK-210 for 2010While this month's 2010-2011 election period progresses for the Legion's Garrisons, Outposts, Squads and Detachments, Legion Founder Albin Johnson ( TK-210 ) was the sole candidate for the Legion Commanding Officer position and will continue his...
501stCast Episode 52 Now PlayingIn this episode of the official 501st podcast, the Legion reciprocates the love for "America's Next Top Model," our troops continue the Adidas Originals Star Wars promotions, we spend some quality time with Weird Al Yankovic, and NASA...
501st Escorts Snoop Dogg for AdidasAs part of the ongoing Adidas Originals Star Wars Collection launch, members of the 501st Empire City, Northeast Remnant, New England and Carida Garrisons stormed the streets of New York City with rapper Snoop Dogg in a flash mob promotional event on...
Timberline Garrison ApprovedThe last new unit application of the 2009-2010 Legion administration has been approved, and the states of Idaho and Montana (previously under the jurisdiction of the Alpine Garrison ) have formed their own unit, the 501st Timberline Garrison. Click...
In Memory of Rob Trotman (TR-7080)The 501st Legion regrets to announce the passing of Florida Garrison member Rob Trotman ( TR-7080 ). "Little Red" was part of the Makaze Squad and an active member of the Sovereign Protectors Detachment. Our deepest condolences to all of...
Star Wars Artist Brian Rood Joins TK ProjectWith the addition of Star Wars artist Brian Rood , TK Project coordinator Chris TB-111 reports that he is now officially out of helmets. Each blank Stormtrooper helmet donated by eFX Collectibles has been shipped out to an artist or celebrity to be...