American Legion

https://www.legion.org/

The American Legion is the largest U.S. veterans organization with more than 1.6 million members who strengthen the nation through programs, services and advocacy for those who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces, youth and communities.

• History

  Founded in 1919, The American Legion is a leading advocate for veterans and their families, striving to secure benefits like the GI Bill and the establishment of the VA health care system.

• Preamble

  Our Preamble reflects our unwavering commitment to service, mutual support, and the ideals of peace and goodwill.

• The Emblem

  Discover the symbolism behind The American Legion's emblem, a badge of honor that reflects our dedication to service, sacrifice, and the ideals of Americanism.

• National Alliances

  The American Legion relies on the generous support of corporations through sponsorships, cause-marketing initiatives, and philanthropic donations, all of which help us advance our mission to serve veterans and their families.

• Resolutions

  Resolutions empower Legionnaires to propose policy changes, and a searchable database of existing resolutions is available online.

• National Headquarters Divisions

  Supporting the pillars of The American Legion, national headquarters divisions manage and deliver initiatives focused on youth development, veterans' care, and legislative advocacy.

• Departments

  The American Legion is organized into 55 departments, with one operating in each of the 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, France, Latin America and the Philippines.

• Posts

  The American Legion operates worldwide through more than 12,000 local posts that serve their unique communities.

• FODPAL

  Foreign and Outlying Posts and Departments of The American Legion unites more than 15,000 members who serve the needs of veterans, military and communities outside the continental United States.