Membership in The American Legion opens the door to services and resources designed to assist both members and all veterans, while building camaraderie through access to local posts., The American Legion is the largest U.S. veterans organization with more than 1.6 million members who strengthen the nation through programs, services and advocacy for those who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces, youth and communities., Accredited American Legion service officers are specially trained to offer expert assistance, at no cost, to veterans and their families. Find a Service Officer, The American Legion is the nation's most influential, effective, and dependable advocate of veteran affairs fighting for better active-duty pay, improved housing for active-duty families and helping to ensure that the VA's medical system can properly care for veterans., The American Legion was chartered by Congress in 1919 as a patriotic veterans organization. Focusing on service to veterans, servicemembers and communities, the Legion evolved from a group of war-weary veterans of World War I into one of the most influential nonprofit groups in the United States., Are you eligible for membership in The American Legion? Below are frequently asked questions regarding American Legion eligibility. For any other eligibility questions, feel free to contact us by email at membership@legion.org or call 317-630-1321..