American Legion
The American Legion was chartered by Congress in 1919 as a patriotic, mutual-help, war-time veterans organization. A community-service organization which now numbers nearly 3 million members -- men and women -- in nearly 15,000 American Legion Posts worldwide. The American Legion, 5th District, proudly serves the veterans, their families and the community in the Dallas County, Texas area.
Programs: (partial list)
· Just Say No to Drugs
· Flag education
· Service at the Veterans Hospital
· Boys State Program
· Boy Scouts
· Oratorical Contest (Scholarship Program)
· Blue Star Banner Program
Come Join Us:
If you are on active duty today, serving honorably, anywhere in the world, or have served honorably during any eligible war eras, become a member of The American Legion! We're veterans just like you, nearly 3 million strong, who care about America, veterans and their families and our nation's youth. To join, visit a Post near you or go to www.txlegion.org for an online application and to verify eligibility.
