Membership eligibility in The American Legion is based on honorable service
with the U.S. Armed Forces between

April 6, 1917 and November 11, 1918
(World War I)

December 7, 1941 and December 31, 1946
(World War II)

June 25, 1950 and January 31, 1955
(Korean War)

December 22, 1961 and May 7, 1975
(Vietnam War)

August 24, 1982 and July 31, 1984
(Lebanon/Grenada)

December 20, 1989 and January 31, 1990
(Operation Just Cause - Panama)

*August 2, 1990 until the date of the end of hostilities as determined by the government of the United States
(Operation Desert Shield/Desert Storm).

*Because eligibility dates remain open, all members of the U.S. Armed Forces are eligible to join The American Legion at this time.

Contact your local Post for

more information.