Membership Eligibility
There are a variety of ways in which you can become a member. The criteria is listed below. Contact us with any questions or feel free to go to mylegion.org for additional information.
American Legion Membership
All those serving in the U.S. Armed Forces during times of national crisis, regardless of place of service, are eligible. If you have served at least one day of active duty since December 7th of 1941 and have been honorably discharged, you can become a member.
*as per the American Legion Website
SAL Membership
You must be one of the following:
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The male descendant (including stepsons and adopted sons) of a current member of The American Legion.
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The male descendant of a veteran who served from December 7, 1941 to today.
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The male descendant of a veteran who died after his/her honorable discharge from any service from December 7, 1941 to today.
Auxiliary Membership
You must be a grandmother, mother, sister, spouse, or direct/ adopted female descendant of:
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A member of the American Legion.
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A man or woman who served between 4/6/1917 to 11/11/1918, or anytime after December 7, 1941.
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Of all men and women who died after honorable discharge or in the line of duty any time after December 7, 1941 or the periods mentioned above.
Legion Rider Membership
You must hold membership in good standing with The American Legion, Auxiliary, or SAL. You must be legally registered motorcycle owners or be the legally registered owner's spouse within the state of registration. All operators must be properly licensed and insured per state laws.