The American Legion

The American Legion was chartered by Congress in 1919 as a patriotic, war-time veteran's organization, devoted to mutual helpfulness.  It is a not-for-profit community-service organization which now numbers nearly 3 million members, men and women, in nearly 15,000 American Legion posts worldwide.

NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS

NEWS:

 

American Legion Family Newsletter  March 2012 – May 2012         Updated: 02/23/12

 

Hampstead War Memorial Seeks To Update Name Plaques           Updated: 02/23/12

The Hampstead American Legion is in the process of updating the name plaques at the War Memorial. The eligibility standards have not changed since the initial dedication in 1947. You must have lived in the 21074 zip code area prior to your wartime military service. You must have received an honorable discharge and your in-service dates must be consistent with the congressionally mandated dates of eligibility for the American Legion.

Application forms are available at the Hampstead American Legion, the Hampstead Town Hall, you may download a copy HERE. Once you have completed your application, please attach a copy of your DD-214 and return both papers to either the Legion Home or Town Hall.

American Legion Auxiliary Cook Books On Sale                              Updated: 02/23/12

 

 

UPCOMING EVENTS:

 

8/3/12    9th Annual Golf Tournament