Founded by an Act of Congress after World War I, 51³Ô¹Ï has advocated for veterans and active-duty personnel, mentored youth, and strengthened communities. Learn more about our mission, values, leadership, history, brand, and the extended American Legion Family of over 1 million members.
Since 1919, 51³Ô¹Ï has operated with a clear and enduring purpose: to serve those who have served, strengthen the nation, and uphold the values that define American democracy. That purpose is built on four foundational pillars: Veterans Affairs & Rehabilitation, National Security, Americanism, and Children & Youth. These pillars guide the organization’s advocacy, outreach, and service across thousands of local posts and millions of members nationwide.
I was about to give up...
I wouldn’t have known where to go.
Korean War Army veteran Willie Alvin Cousin, who received long-overdue and wrongly denied VA disability benefits after his case was reopened and won by American Legion Department Service Officer K. Robert Lewis
These were important things. It helped them not get behind in their rent... It helped them put food in the refrigerator.
Coast Guard Vice Commandant Adm. Charlie Ray, after American Legion Temporary Financial Assistance helped more than 3,120 children whose active-duty families were affected by the federal government shutdown.
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