The American Legion is a service organization made up of veterans who served honorably in any of the military service groups and decided to continue serving their Country and community as Legionnaires. The American Legion was chartered by Congress on September 16, 1919 as a patriotic veteran's organization.
All Legion programs and activities are based on a mission goal statement of "For God and Country" and are defined by the "Four Pillars" which are explained as follows:

Pillar I: Veterans Affairs (Video)

The American Legion acts as the nation's leading advocate for proper health care, economic opportunity, and legal benefits for U.S. veterans.

Pillar II: National Security (Video)

The key positions are:

1. A well-funded military

2. Awareness and surveillance of rogue nations and terrorist groups

3. support for the Department of Homeland Security and protection of U.S. borders

4. A decent quality of life for troops and their families.

Pillar III: Americanism (Video)

the key positions are:

1. We take pride in the Flag

2. Stalwart champion of patriotism, morality, and citizenship

3. Devotion to law and order

4. Provide programs that meet the physical, educational, emotional, and spiritual needs of children and youth.

Pillar IV: Children and Youth (Video)

The key positions are:

1. Strengthen the family unit

2. Support organizations that provide services for children and youth

3. Provide well rounded programs that benefit veteran's families