Eligibility
Application
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Membership eligibility in The American Legion is based upon honorable service with the U.S. Armed Forces. The following dates apply:
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Our Goal Is To Serve Our Veterans
W W I
April 6, 1917 to November 11, 1918
W W II
December 7,1941 to December 31, 1946
Korea
June 25, 1950 to January 31,1955
Vietnam
February 28, 1961 to May 7, 1975
Grenada And Lebanon
August 24, 1982 to July 31, 1984
Panama
December 20, 1989 to January 31, 1990
Persian Gulf
August 2, 1990 to a date decided by the US Government
U.S. Merchant Marines
December 7, 1941 to August 15, 1945
Active Military
Any Branch
August 2, 1990 until the end of hostilities as determined by the U. S. Government. (Because this eligibility date remains open
all members of the U.S. Armed Forces at this time are eligible to join.)
If you meet the eligibility dates as printed above, you may contact
your local Post for membership. Each Post makes its own verification of eligibility based on the individual's DD214. If you are not sure which
Post is/are in your locale
Mail Application
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Benefits of Membership
Opportunities
As a Legion member, you will be opening an unending catalog of opportunities to expand your life and utilize your unique talents. If more
information is needed, all you have to do is ask ; either by calling, writing or E-mailing us. We
will be happy to answer all your questions. Also check out the full line of benefits available by going to the National
Web Site.
Activity Involvement
You will have the opportunity to become involved in many activities, such as: The High School Oratorical Contest, Legion Baseball, Boys State,
School Awards, ROTC Awards, Scouting, Flag Education, Junior Shooting Sports, Patriotic Observances, Children And Youth programs, Employment
Programs, Blood Donor Program, Law & Order Program, Disaster Relief, Veterans Services, Hospital Services, Legislative Programs, and many
more.
Advancement
You will have the opportunity to "advance" through the ranks of chairmanships, from the Post to Department level. You may also hold an
office from the Post to the Department level. Your involvement is only limited by your time and imagination. There is always a place for those who
want to serve.
Professional Networking
You will also have a network of professionals at your fingertips to help you with such things as : Veterans
Benefits, Employment Services, Temporary
Financial Assistance, Educational Assistance, Disaster Assistance, various
insurance programs eye care program, prescription program, and many more discount programs with car rentals, hotels/motels, moving and storage,
major attractions, and credit cards.
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Purpose
Membership is the livelihood of The American Legion. Without the members there would be no Legion programs. Without members we would
have no voice on Capitol Hill. Without members there would be no accomplishment in assistance and support to veterans, their families, the
community, state and nation. We must offer every eligible veteran the opportunity to be a part of this great organization.
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