The American Legion, Inc., is a wartime veterans’ organization formed in Paris, France, on March 16, 1919, by members of the American Expeditionary Forces. It was chartered by Congress on September 16, 1919. The American Legion is headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, and also has offices in Washington, D.C. It played the leading role in drafting and passing the GI Bill in 1944.
Our members include Legionnaires, Auxiliary, Sons of Legion, American Legion Riders.
Eligibility
American veterans who served at least one day of active federal duty during wartime, or are serving now, are potentially eligible for membership in The American Legion. Members must have been honourably discharged or still serving honourably. United States Merchant Marines who served from December 7, 1941, to December 31, 1946, are also eligible.
2025-2026 American Legion Family Officers
American Legion
- Commander: Ralph Velador
- 1st Vice: Carl Hernandez
- 2nd Vice: Gale Kolb
- Adjutant: Richard Hayes
- Finance: Richard Hayes
- Chaplain: Chris Ponce
- Sgt at Arms: Leo Lucas
- Assistant Sgt at Arms: Fernando Weathers
- Service Officer: Chris Ponce
Executive Board
- Jerry Wickliffe
- Fernando Weathers
- Jeff McGill
American Legion Auxiliary
- President: Marcy Velador
- 1st Vice: Gail Kolb
- 2nd Vice: Elizabeth Ponce
- Secretary: Linda Hays
- Treasure: Linda Hays
- Sgt at Arms: Nonna Armstrong
- Asst. Sgt at Arms: Irene Plasencia
Executive Board
- Robbin Dunn
- Melissa Luke
- Lisa Flores
Sons of American Legion
- Commander: Mark LeFave
- 1st Vice: Tommy Jeffrey
- 2nd Vice: Raymond Jared
- Adjutant: Robert Breech
- Finance: Robert Breech
- Sgt at Arms: Ed Pinto
- Chaplain: Van Flory
American Legion Riders
- Director: Chris Ponce
- Vice Director: Ralph Velador
- Finance: Jeff McGill
- Sgt at Arms: Mark LeFave
- Road Captain: Joe Ziegler