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MEMBERSHIP |
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If
you are on active duty today, anywhere in the world, or have
served during any of the eligible war eras listed below, you are
a veteran and you are eligible to become a Legionnaire! |
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We're
veterans just like you, nearly 3 million strong, who care about
America, veterans and their families, and our nation's youth.
The American Legion is a powerful voice in Washington, dedicated
to preserving the rights we've all earned - and were promised -
by service to our nation in uniform. |
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We
invite you to join us now. Membership brings an
impressive
array of benefits.
The American Legion is always there for you and your family - in
Washington and nearly 15,000 local posts throughout America and
abroad. Just like you, we're "Still Serving America!" |
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Membership Eligibility
Dates |
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April 6, 1917 to November 11,
1918 |
(World War I) |
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December 7, 1941 to December 31,
1946 |
(World War II)
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June 25, 1950 to January 31, 1955 |
(Korean War) |
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February 28, 1961 to May 7, 1975 |
(Vietnam War) |
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August 24, 1982 to July 31, 1984 |
(Lebanon/Grenada) |
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December 20, 1989 to January 31,
1990 |
(Operation Just Cause - Panama)
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*August 2, 1990 to today |
(Operation Desert Shield/Storm)
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