This is a great question, as more Legionnaires are getting involved with our meetings and programs. Americanism Committee The Americanism Committee shall be charged with the inspiration of patriotism and good citizenship by arrangements for proper observance of patriotic occasions; encouragement of patriotic and civic phases of instruction in schools; Americanization of aliens; combating anti-American propaganda by education of the general public in American ideals through public forums, etc., and activities for community and civic betterment. I believe that it's not that huge of a membership drive actually, at least not anymore (it's probably a mighty expensive proposition! Any member in good standing desiring to transfer from this Post to another Post is entitled to a certificate from this Post stating his membership, the duration thereof, and the date to which his dues are paid. Submissions can be sent by e-mail to magazine@legion.org or by mail to American Legion Magazine, PO Box 1055, Indianapolis, IN 46206. What if the Post closes, do the rifles go to the District Commander or to a neighboring post in need? http://books.google.com/books?id=IQ1nAAAAMp;q&f=false. When I see how my Congress members vote on veterans' earned benefits issues, I have a feeling they don't really care about veterans. Hi Mike. The trousers have what I believe was the standard thin gold braid on the trouser legs. The American Legion cap or Left side has "Oviedo, FL" (referred to as post, city) Front has the Orange (the state symbol) Most members wear the regular crown cap with liner. The objects of this Post are as set forth in the Constitution. Held a Top Secret security . 673 THE AMERICAN LEGION, DEPARTMENT OF NEW YORK. A member who has been expelled or suspended from this Post for any cause other than non-payment of dues may be reinstated to membership by a two-thirds vote of the Executive Board and a majority vote of the Post Membership present at a regular membership meeting; provided, however, that he shall make payment of any arrears in his dues and/or damages incurred from the time of the expulsion or suspension, and also other regular dues or damages incurred which have been payable in the interval between their expulsion or suspension and their reinstatement. Section 5. This came with the original belt and tie in addition to the coat and trousers. Section 6. Remember your "chain of command." This vital link serves to extend the communications span of the department commander but does not usurp their responsibilities. Here are the close-ups of the wings you asked for. The national constitution gives departments authority to create intermediate bodies between posts and departments for promoting the programs of The American Legion. Fine S.P., 6.5 x 8.5 b/w, an image of Kesselring in uniform walking with American General Maxwell Taylor, Commanding General of the 101st Airborne Division. Section 2. Rules of the NEC. (Paul Hammel/Nebraska Examiner) At least two officials who attended the pardons hearing apologized during Friday's meeting, saying they now realize that a show of support in Legion uniform was a mistake. If financial contributions are offered by candidates for political office, campaigns, political action committees or political parties, your post should politely decline. ARTICLE VIII - SONS OF THE AMERICAN LEGION. This stance is best maintained by neutrality on all individual candidates or political parties. National Vice Commanders. Section 1. w1O\\. Sign up for a new account in our community. Each Trustee shall serve for a period of three years from the date of their installation. This Post recognizes a Sons of The American Legion Organization known as the SONS OF THE AMERICAN LEGION SQUADRON OF WILLIAM C. DEXTER Post No. 1. Duties of Post Commander: It shall be the duty of the Commander to preside at all meetings of the Post and to have general supervision over the business and affairs of the Post, and such officer shall be the Chief Executive Officer of the Post. endstream endobj 387 0 obj <>stream For instance, if the department sponsors four young. Each member shall perform his full duty as a citizen according to his own conscience and understanding. Section 1. Sign up to receive action alert email: capwiz.com/legion/mlm/signup. The order of procedure at meetings of this Post shall be governed by Roberts Rules of Order, Revised, except as otherwise provided herein. All votes of members of Congress are public; unfortunately, many veterans' bills are agreed to under unanimous consent (voice vote). It's easy! Dress Uniform Coat. The term Executive Board shall refer to all elected officers of Post 673. endstream endobj 386 0 obj <>stream No. All matters of State, National, or International scope that appeal to Legionnaires and the Post may be treated, discussed, and acted upon provided, however, that such action shall be submitted for approval through the prescribed American Legion channels to the body having jurisdiction thereof. The American Legion has never been, and will never be, a single-issue national wartime veterans' service organization. You can also contact the Legislative Division by emailing leg@legion.org. LVPinkPeacock From shop LVPinkPeacock. For additional Frequently Asked Questions: Membership: https://www.legion.org/membership/faq Legion Riders: https://www.legion.org/riders Paid Up For Life: https://www.legion.org/membership/218307/new-simplified-pufl-program-faqs Sons of The American Legion: https://www.legion.org/sons/membershipfaqs. ?>]>?5Az/IX)X0](6;;j~/mEXKpDj store info, Privacy Policy Site Map 2023 The American Legion. Letteringrestricted to either name of Post or officer title, such as Past Commander, Cap insignias or badges for past or present officers. The American Legion was chartered and incorporated by Congress in 1919 as a patriotic veterans organization devoted to mutual helpfulness. All contracts that are awarded shall be signed by the Post Commander and at least two members of the Post Executive Committee. National Officers. The American Legion was chartered and incorporated by Congress in 1919 as a patriotic veterans organization devoted to mutual helpfulness. Therefore it is not proper to wear the cap while eating a meal at an official Legion or civic luncheon or dinner. Section 4. Hi Sarge. In 1938, an official American Legion uniform was first offered in the Emblem Sales catalog: a blue serge military-style coat with matching trousers. Section 1. This organization shall be absolutely non-political and non-sectarian, and shall not be used for the dissemination of partisan principles or for the promotion of the candidacy of any person seeking public office or preferment. Section 2. (888) 453-4466. There is a requirement that the post must send a rifle inventory to the Army. Price. If his dues are paid on or before February first, he shall be automatically reinstated. The magnitude of our numbers from just 68% (which is yearly average at National level) of our posts reporting has a major impact on Congress. Gold lettering may be added at $1.25/letter. When returned to and seated in pews, the cap should be removed.Legion posts marching in formation into a place of worship should uncover at the door, hold the cap with the right hand over the heart until the arrival in the pews and commanded to take seats, remaining uncovered during the entire service. Box 36460 Wool-blend navy blue lined jacket with Legion emblem buttons, available in men's and women's sizes. It has a Mass patch on one sleeve and a Plymouth Rock patch on the other. It still goes on today and is still done! The Post House Committee shall meet for organization and such other business as may come before-it at the call of the Post Commander within ten days after the installation of the new officers. August 21, 2007 in VETERANS' ORGANIZATIONS. How does a Post apply/qualify for ceremonial rifles? Departments. Any contracts involving maintenance, alterations to the real property, repairs or modifications of the fixtures, or remodeling of the interior or exterior of the Post in an amount in excess of five hundred dollars ($500.00), shall be reviewed by the Post Commander and the Executive Committee and presented to the Post membership to be voted upon at a regularly scheduled meeting. Section 1. Veteran America, A fitting tribute to trailblazers and visionaries. Section 2. P.O. Can our Post's rifles be loaned to another Post or an organization within the respective Post/Detachment? Special Meetings are only called for pre-identified topic(s), that the meeting will only allow to be addressed. Upon the written request of four Post members, the Commander or the Executive Board shall call a special meeting of the Post. Hnk4#0R^iw@A5>+!m a NALC graduates may be prime candidates to use for this training development and execution. Danny and his wife Carol reside in Lyndon and have two daughters and . The Post Executive Committee shall consist of three elected members of the Post. Though unrequired, we welcome and encourage the wearing of an American Legion shirt of choice (collared, polo or t-shirt). $329.00. Section 4. Section 1. The American Legion cap is considered the official American Legion uniform (see page 40). The Officers Guide and Manual of Ceremonies (available for download from the Legion.org website) has the procedures for requesting rifles, ammunition and static military equipment. 2. By If the intent is to train future leaders, then it would serve little purpose to send a past or current department officer. Where can I find information on actions pending in Congress and The American Legion's position on legislation? All Post monies shall be deposited in a duly authorized banking institution as designed by the Post Executive Board, and none of such monies shall be withdrawn except upon draft or check signed by the Post Finance Officer and one other person designated by the Post Executive Board. The annual membership dues of the Post shall be $40.00 to include Department and National . The decision of the department shall be final. (There are no age limitations.) I'll go ahead and append the other three to this one now; I apologize if they end up being redundant. so as not to invade the prerogatives invested in the post, department or National. The elective officers of this Post shall be elected in the month of April, annually. 4. American Legion Catalog 2022 Daily Catalog. This action shall govern procedure whenever charges are brought against any person at any time appearing upon the rolls of this Post as a member, upon the grounds of his ineligibility to membership in the Post. No person, who has been expelled by another Post shall be admitted to membership in this Post without the written consent of the expelling Post, except that where such consent has been asked for and has been denied by such Post, he may then appeal to the Department Executive Committee for permission to be admitted to membership in the Post and he shall be ineligible for membership until such permission is granted. If he is still under such suspension on June thirtieth of such year, his membership in THE AMERICAN LEGION shall be forfeited. At graveside, the cap should be held in the right hand over the heart during the entire service. One nice thing about that stuff, is that nobody reproduces it (at least that I've found). The American Legion was chartered and incorporated by Congress in 1919 as a patriotic veterans organization devoted to mutual helpfulness. The Post Executive Board shall review the sealed bids and shall decide if they want to accept any of the bids, a vote shall be taken and if a majority vote to accept a bid is passed the bid will be submitted to the Post membership at a monthly meeting for approval; a majority vote of the Post membership is required to accept the bid and authorize the expenditures of Post monies. And yes, as you can see a pin, like this wings pin on the uniform, is usually given to those who participate in the roundup. The Administration of the Posts affairs, between meetings of the Post, and except as may be otherwise provided in the By-laws of the Post, shall be under the supervision of an Executive Board which shall consist of all elected officers of the Post. Section 1. There are many useful documents available for download at www.legion.org/publications#legislative. Each member shall serve for a period of three years from the date of their installation. Section 5. This Post is a civilian organization and membership therein does not affect or increase liability for military or police service. The amount of annual Post dues shall be forty dollars ($40.00), payable in advance on the 20th day of August of each year. The Post Executive Board has the right to reject any or all bids submitted. Such membership cards shall indicate the consecutive years of service in the Post. The American Legion maintains several web pages dedicated to our legislative activities. $329.00. There is a name in the inside pocket (middle picture) on the Jacob Reed, Phila label. The elective officers of this Post shall be a Commander, three Vice Commanders, Finance Officer, three Trustees, three Executive Committee members, Post Chaplain, Post Service Officer, Post Historian, Post Adjutant, and Sergeant-at-Arms. Section 6. I have been a member of the American Legion (China Post #1) for several years and never heard of that program. The minimum annual dues of individual members of the Post shall be FIFTEEN DOLLARS ($ 15.00) and, in addition thereto, any amount charged as dues by any intermediate body between the Post and Department of New York per member; the amount of the Annual Post dues shall be as set forth in the Post By-laws. He always considered his time in uniform and his work with the soldiers of the U. S. Army to be among his most significant accomplishments. The Post Executive Committee shall meet for organization and such other business as may come before it at the call of the Post Commander within ten days after the installation of the new officers. 9. Could you post a closeup of the front and back of them? Six African Americans followed him. The name Fay Ickes and Post 99 is penned on the tag in the inside pocket (Post 99 is in Decatur IL). It's possible that you may be able to join one of the other organizations in the "Legion Family." Brewdog boss pays out 500,000 in gold can row. It has post number pins ("C" clasp closures) and American Legion patches on the lapels and a Connecticut patch on the shoulder. Danny is heavily involved in the American Legion Post 125, the Veterans of Foreign Wars, and the Museum of the Kansas National Guard. We adhere to American Legion National protocol, rules and regulations when wearing uniform items. Issues within a post should be brought to the respective local post commander. that means only one pic will fit in a post. The revenue of this Post shall be derived from membership or initiation fees from annual membership dues and from such other sources as may be approved by the Post. Section 4. You would need to contact the member's department headquarters to inquire about a possible death benefit; you can find a listing of the department offices on our website at MyLegion.org. The intent of NALC is to mold leaders for the. Any elective officer may be removed for inefficiency by the Executive Board after due notice and hearing, as provided by a two-thirds vote of said Post Executive Board being necessary to affect such removal. A Brief History of The American Legion. Thanks for the info. Sons of The American Legion. We have heard recently that they run a bit large so if you . A member whose dues for the current year have not been paid by January first shall be classed as delinquent. (www.legion.org). I've had a devil of a time getting logged on after the upgrade of the site. There is no official American Legion Uniform. Can I get The American Legion at the local, state and national level to support a candidate running for Congress or any political office? I have a small group of American Legion and VFW uniforms fron the between the wars and early WW-II period and I thought I'd post a couple pictures if one here. Section 4. The National organization has no legion direct authority on actions or activities of a local post. Section 1. Another problem is that veterans' bills are often included in omnibus legislative packages; which means there are many other provisions not related to veterans' benefits or issues that are controversial. Membership Committee shall have charge of all matters pertaining to the membership of the Post, including procuring of new members, reinstatement, and eligibility of members. (Women who are eligible for membership in The American Legion are also eligible to join the Auxiliary.) You need to be a member in order to leave a comment. National Headquarters Divisions. This is made easier by using the CPR form on mylegion.org. HCSIh\ZmEEVq diBD ".Z[U9ESo++Nl~omm.^tW]Y__XfP)J`9TZm?6+d FTUu^1s^{z@?.kROL_&{__?| a054 Hi Sarge. ? Its wearing indicates the individual should be treated with endstream endobj 383 0 obj <>/Metadata 74 0 R/OCProperties<>/OCGs[397 0 R]>>/Outlines 96 0 R/PageLayout/SinglePage/Pages 377 0 R/StructTreeRoot 133 0 R/Type/Catalog>> endobj 384 0 obj <>/ExtGState<>/Font<>/Properties<>/XObject<>>>/Rotate 0/StructParents 0/Tabs/S/Trans 405 0 R/Type/Page>> endobj 385 0 obj <>stream 6. Section 1. If he is still delinquent after February first, he shall be suspended from all privileges. In Article II, Section 2, of the Constitution of The American Legion, "The American Legion shall be absolutely nonpolitical and shall not be used for the dissemination of partisan principles nor for the promotion of the candidacy of any person seeking public office or preferment." The amount of annual Post dues shall be forty dollars ($40.00), payable in advance on the 20, Section 6. Section 3. The left side (emblem side) of the cap is reserved only for the Legion emblem, city, county, district, or state lettering. There's also a 20 years patch on the lower left sleeve but it's hardly visible in the picture. Section 1. You can also find a listing of American Legion certified Service Officers on our web site at Legion.org/serviceofficers. It's totally devoid of any markings at all. Join The American Legion Family. All elections of officers shall be by ballot and the candidate or candidates receiving the highest number of votes shall be elected to the respective office or offices for which they are candidates, and they shall hold office until their successors are duly installed or as otherwise provided. 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SECTION 2. $37.95. In order to reach national print media, the story and/or photo must relate directly to a national issue, value, resolution or initiative. Post Officers Guide and Manual of Ceremonies - American Legion Commissions & Committees. No. Ad vertisement from shop LVPinkPeacock. Additionally, some departments may offer a free $1,000 accidental death benefit with a paid membership, which is also separate from the National Organization. USMCRECON, Section 6. The alerts provide key message points and a specific request for action. HLQJ0 }Wlnml"]ua0C s+e[/gMwy_1embMo(L98Rn9[XXEa.9OqNwfC`kj=>z_mu9!Iu"1I4VZgSe It must be neat and orderly in it appearance. In selection of candidates, preference should be given to members who have held or are holding leadership roles no higher than district/county level. Can we use our American Legion post for a political event? Does the Officers' Guide and Manual of Ceremonies include Army Donations Program information? Notices of meetings at which nominations or elections of officers are to be held shall specify that such nominations or elections are to be held at such meeting, and shall be posted on the Post bulletin board at least two weeks prior to each such meeting. See current Officers Guide and Manual of Ceremonies (available for download from the Legion.org website) for additional guidance. Eisenhower-style jacket, unlined with elastic waist insert. Section 2. Section 1. 673 is duly chartered and instituted in accordance with the Constitution and By-laws of The American Legion and the people who signed and acknowledged this certificate are respectively the Commander, First Vice Commander, and Second Vice Commander, the first three elective officers of said American Legion William C. Dexter Post No. Section 1. American Legion Charities. Two locations in . When a new applicant or member transfer application has been filed at least two weeks prior to the next regularly scheduled meeting of the Post, the 1. Proudly created by Quadruple Member Edward Wallace, Section 1. Section 2. Female members of the Legion should wear their caps in the manner prescribed for female personnel of the armed services. Make your judgment based on his or her response to you. Membership in the Auxiliary shall be prescribed by the National Constitution of the American Legion Auxiliary. The Post is the custodian of the rifles conditionally issued for ceremonial purposes. That is a super uniform. Section 2. The regular meetings of the Post shall be held at the Post Headquarters or a place to be decided upon by the Post, on the first Monday of each month at 6:30 P.M. at which may be transacted such business as may properly be brought up for action; such meetings may be converted into entertainment meetings, as may be deemed advisable by the Post commander. It has the capability to keep a running total and save the data until the next event. Here are the rest of the pictures. Section 2. It also has three stars on each sleeve cuff.I don't know what that means; perhaps an officer in the post?? Membership in the said Auxiliary Organization shall be governed by such rules and regulations as may be prescribed by the National Executive Committee of The American Legion and thereafter approved by this Department of The American Legion. To subscribe to the newsletter please visit legion.org/newsletters. The House Committee shall not authorize or approve any expenditures over five hundred dollars ($500.00) unless it is an emergency pertaining to the unexpected maintenance or a major repair to the equipment, building, or property of the post that may result in damage to said items or result in an unsafe environment for the members, employees, and guests of the Post. 5 hours ago 2022 Catalog by PageAmericanLegionFlags.com. VERY nice! @\N.acv`[`p@!3CbWSOYg23g9xLVSi`'gr%oro9xvIxB-71ec,5zx"WG^7Jr%-^|T#X.A1A& BgH fSH_CD X a! Lu yPoVt`j Indianapolis, IN 46236 Feb 2008 - 20102 years. No person who is a member of another Post may be a member of this Post. If desired, the following items may be placed on the right side of the cap: 3. Item #: 705.102. An American Legion cap is a uniform item. That is one super uniform! The Sons of The American Legion (SAL) is comprised of male descendants, adopted sons and step-sons of American Legion members. Section 6. This Constitution may be amended at any regular Post meeting by a vote of two-thirds of the members attending such regular meeting, provided that the proposed amendment shall have been submitted in writing and read at a preceding regular meeting of the Post, and provided further that written notice, including a copy of the proposed amendment shall be posted on the bulletin board of the Post at least 10 calendar days before the scheduled meeting. The tunic has a WW-I victory medal, a pair of American Legion wings, and a Am Legion Past Commander's medal. As you can see, this is from Pennsylvania and, with the 40&8 patch, clearly a WW-I veteran. Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. General Rules of VFW Ritual. Anyway, that's why there has been a delay in my replies to your and other posts. Several officers with the Nebraska American Legion spoke Friday at a meeting of its executive committee at Divots Conference Center in Norfolk. Thereafter the Post House Committee shall meet at the call of the Commander at least once a month on the third Monday of each month at 5:30 P.M., unless this day is a Federal holiday, then the Committee shall meet the following day at the same time and as often as said Commander may deem necessary. Navy blue 44" single breasted trench coat with cut thru pockets. From my understanding as an American Legion member, at least here in my state the Aerial Roundup is a statewide Legion membership drive, and actually conducted by airplane! He shall perform such other duties as directed by the Post. ARTICLE VIII. The cap should be worn in a place of worship only by the Guard of Honor, Color Guard, and Commander of same while in marching order or standing guard. Section 2. The official uniform of the American Legion is the American Legion Cap. I collect veterans organizations caps and insignia. Duties of Post Vice Commanders: The Vice Commanders shall, in the order of their seniority, assume and discharge the duties of the office of Commander in the absence or disability of, or when called upon by the Post Commander. The current practice is to inspire post-Vietnam veterans as first priority to lead change in The American Legion; however, if the department has one fully qualified candidate (post-Vietnam) they can also nominate a Vietnam-era veteran as an additional candidate. One side of the overseas hat is at the bottom. The Post Headquarters shall be located at 113 E. Dexter Street, Black River, NY 13612; all notices and documents addressed to the Post shall be sent to these Headquarters. Charges shall be based upon disloyalty, neglect of duty, dishonesty, or other conduct unbecoming a member of The American Legion. Any modifications, repairs or maintenance in excess of $1,500.00 will require sealed bids. The Post is the custodian of the rifles conditionally issued for ceremonial purposes. Section 5. qR%9*>w]!R.g -apDr4p@|CfgLTJRi2 ^(APadFF}+83SL'DPz.HP y 4,#t (American Legion Auxiliary) SECTION 1. Section 2. Section 2. An Executive Committee meeting shall be held the 2nd Thursday of each month unless otherwise specified and shall be called to order at 5:00 pm. Section 2. Sons are not authorized to have their own Honor Guard using US Army ceremonial rifles and at least one veteran member of the Post is required to participate. Duties of Post Service Officer: The Service Officer shall be the initial contact between The American Legion and any veteran to provide basic information and assistance, including referrals to the Department of New York Service Officer. ARTICLE IX (Amendments) SECTION 1. 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 to November 11, 1918; December 7, 1941 to December 31, 1946; June 25, 1950 to January 31, 1955; February 28, 1961 to May 7, 1975; August 24, 1982 to July 31, 1984; December 20, 1989 to January 31, 1990; August 2, 1990 to the cessation of hostilities as determined by the Congress of The United States of America: 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 the said periods; provided, however, that such service shall have been terminated by honorable discharge or honorable separation, or continued honorably after any of said periods; provided, further, that no person shall be entitled 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.