American Legion Membership Eligibility
If you have served federal active duty in the armed forces during any of the war eras listed below. and have been honorably discharged or are still serving you are eligible for membership in The American Legion.
Augsut 2, 1990 to today (Operation Dersert Shield/Storm)
December 20, 1989 to January 31, 1990 (Operation Just Cause - Panama)
August 21 1982 to July 31,1984 (Lebanon/Grenada)
February 28, 1961 to May 7, 1975 (Vietnam War)
June 25, 1950 to January 1955 (Korean War)
December 7, 1941 to December 31, 1946 (World War II)
April 6, 1917 to November 11, 1918 (World War I)
U.S. Merchant Marine eligible only from Dec. 7, 1941 to Aug. 1945
Because eligilibility dates remain open, all members of the US Armed Forces are eligible to join The American Legion at this time, until the date of the end of hositilities as determined by the govenment of the United States.
You must provide a copy of your DD214 or membership will not be granted.
Not Eligible for Legion Membership?
You may be eligible to join the Sons of the American Legion (SAL) or the Auxillary.
