If you are on active duty today, anywhere in the world, or have served a minimum of one day federal active service during any eligible war eras, you are a veteran and you’re eligible to become a Legionnaire!
We’re veterans just like you, nearly 3 million strong, who care about America, veterans and their families and our nation’s youth. The Legion is a powerful voice in Washington dedicated to preserving the rights we’ve all earned – and were promised – by service to our nation in uniform.
We invite you to join us now. Membership brings an impressive array of benefits. The American Legion is always there for you and your family. – in Indiana we have 403 posts, and over 125,000 members. Just like you, we’re “Still Serving America!”
You must have served at least one day of active military duty during the dates below and were honorably discharged
Membership Eligibility Requirements
April 6, 1917 to November 11, 1918
(World War I)
December 7, 1941 to December 31, 1946
(World War II)
June 25, 1950 to January 31, 1955
(Korean War)
February 28, 1961 to May 7, 1975
(Vietnam War)
August 24, 1982 to July 31, 1984
(Lebanon/Grenada)
December 20, 1989 to January 31, 1990
(Operation Just Cause – Panama)
August 2, 1990 to Today
(Operation Desert Shield/Storm)