Our Mission
The American Legion strives to promote a better understanding of the principles of democracy and to inculcate among all people a higher appreciation of the benefits of American citizenship. To serve the needs of all veterans and their families. To fulfill our commitment to community, state, and nation.
The American Legion Vision
The American Legion is the nation's largest wartime veterans service organization founded on the values, contributions, and sacrifices, of those who answered the nation's call to arms, therefore we must:
Respond to quality of life needs of all veterans and their families,
Prepare each generation to meet its citizenship obligations,
Maintain a strong national defense,
Perpetuate the principles of government embodied in the United States Constitution,
Be a values-based organization committed to serving God, country, community and every veteran today, tomorrow and throughout the 21st Century.
Post Hours
Monday thru Friday 12pm to 12 Midnight
Saturday - 10am to 1am
Sunday - 12 Noon to 10pm
Commander
Eddie South
Fostering a Strong National Security
Taking Care of Veterans
Mentoring the Youth of Our Nation
Promoting Patriotism and Honor
Four Pillars of Service
THE AMERICAN LEGION
since 1919
Who Is Elgible?
Any person shall be eligible for membership in the American Legion who was a member of the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard or Air Force of the United States and assigned to active duty at some time during any of the following periods: April 6, 1917 - November 11, 1918; December 7, 1941 - December 31, 1946; June 25, 1950 - January 31, 1955; February 28, 1961 - May 7, 1975; August 24, 1982 - July 31, 1984; December 20, 1989 - January 31, 1990; August 2, 1990, to the date of cessation of hostilities as determined by the Government of the United States; all dates inclusive, or who, being a citizen of the United States at the time of his entry therein, served on active duty in the armed forces of any of the Governments associated with the United States during any of said periods; provided, however, that such service shall have been terminated by honorable discharge or honorable separation, or continued honorably during or after any of said periods; provided, further, that no person shall be entitiled to membership who, being in such service during any of said periods, refused on conscientious, political or other grounds to subject himself to military discipline or unqualified service.
Preamble to the S.A.L. National Constitution
Proud possessors of a priceless heritage, we male descendants of veterans of the Great Wars, associate ourselves together as "Sons of The American Legion" for the following purposes:
To uphold and defend the Constitution of the United States of America; to maintain law and order; to foster and perpetuate a true spirit of Americanism; to preserve the memories of our former members and the associations of our members and our forefathers in the Great Wars; to inculcate a sense of individual obligation to the community, state and nation; to combat the autocracy of both the classes and masses; to make right the master of might; to promote peace and good will on earth; to safeguard and transmit to posterity the principles of justice, freedom and democracy; to consecrate and sanctify our friendship by our devotion to mutual helpfulness; to adopt in letter and spirit all of the great principles for which The American Legion stands; and to assist in carrying on for God and Country.
Not everyone is eligible to become a member of the Sons of The American Legion. There are specific membership requirements.
To be eligible, you must be a male descendant (includes stepsons and adopted sons) of a member of The American Legion.
You would also be eligible to join the Sons of The American Legion if you are the male descendant (stepsons and adopted sons included) of a veteran who died in service during World War I, World War II, the Korean War, the Vietnam War, Lebanon, Grenada, Panama, or the Persian Gulf War (see specific time periods for service during these conflicts).
You would also be eligible to join the Sons of The American Legion if you are the male descendant (stepsons and adopted sons included) of a veteran who died subsequent to his or her honorable discharge from service in World War I, World War II, the Korean War, the Vietnam War, Lebanon, Grenada, Panama, or the Persian Gulf War (the same eligibility periods apply as above).
Active Duty Service Eligibility Dates for Membership in The American Legion (note: potential S.A.L. members should use these dates to determine if their parents or grandparents are/were eligible for membership in The American Legion)
Eligibility Dates
April 6, 1917 - Nov. 11, 1918 (World War I);
Dec. 7, 1941 - Aug. 15, 1945 Merchant Marines
(only eligibility);
Dec. 7, 1941 - Dec. 31, 1946 (World War II);
June 25, 1950 - Jan. 31, 1955 (Korean War);
Feb. 28, 1961 - May 7, 1975 (Vietnam War);
Aug. 24, 1982 - July 31, 1984 (Grenada/Lebanon);
Dec. 20, 1989 - Jan. 31, 1990 (Panama);
Aug. 2, 1990 to cessation of hostilities
(Persian Gulf)
To Support The American Legion and its programs for veterans, young people and community.
To provide for today's needs while being advocates for a brighter future.
To advance the understanding of patriotism and responsibility of citizenship.
To promote individual integrity and family values.
To ensure, as volunteers, that Auxiliary members continue to promote all that is good in the nation today, tomorrow and for generations to come through serving others first and not self.
The American Legion Auxiliary is the largest patriotic women's ogranization in the world, with nearly 1 million members. Affiliated with The American Legion, the Auxiliary is a veterans' service organization with members in nearly 10,000 American communities. The organization sponsers volunteer programs on the national and local levels, focusing on three major agreas: veterans, young people and the community.
REQUIREMENTS:
1. Must be a current paid member of the American Legion, American Legion Auxilliary or Sons of the American Legion.
2. You must own a motorcycle with an engine of at least 250cc in size.
3. A spouse may be granted an ALR membership provided they are legally married to a current paid American Legion Rider Member.
Rossi 92 flyer.pdf
Battle of the Sexes 2011.pdf
The new 2011 Almac
t-shirt is available at the Legion.
All shirts $10.00
flyer.pdf
ALMAC was established in 2005. It stands for American Legion Military Appreciation Celebration.
We support the troops overseas fighting for our Country. Annually we host a benefit to raise money to purchase basic needs items to send to the troops in handmade Christmas stockings.
This benefit is supported by not just our community but also by large corporations. Auctions and raffles are held throughout the day with items that have been donated.
A full homemade BBQ meal is served and live bands play throughout the day. Children and an occasional adult also enjoy the bouncehouse.
Our honored guests include a bus of Veterans from Ft. Worth that arrive with a motorcycle escort.
This benefit is not a secret anymore and welcomes your support.
ALMAC info.pdf
Donation letter.pdf
We will be stuffing homemade stockings to send to the troops at Christmas on Saturday, November 5, 2011 beginning at 10 am. Click on the flyer below for more information.
Stocking stuffer flyer.pdf
