The American Legion is the nation’s largest and most powerful organization of U.S. wartime veterans and their families. Today, it counts 2 million members who support their communities in more than 13,000 posts across the United States and beyond. The American Legion is the nation’s largest and most powerful organization of U.S. wartime veterans and their families. Today, it counts 2 million members who support their communities in more than 13,000 posts across the United States and beyond.
Since its inception by Congress in 1919, The American Legion has delivered substantial improvements for veterans, families and communities. Here are just a few:
- The Legion ushered in the modern VA.
- The Legion drafted the GI Bill and the Post-9/11 GI Bill.
- The Legion brought into existence dozens of health-care benefits for veterans.
- The Legion is recognized as a leader in transition assistance.
A few of our local programs include:
- Boys State – a “once in a lifetime” opportunity for High School Juniors
- Scouting – we sponsor Pack 178, Troop 178 & Venture Crew 178
- Oratorical Competition – a speech contest on the US Constitution
- Honor / Color Guard – for civic events and military funeral honors
- American Legion Riders – motorcycle enthusiast promoting child welfare
The success of Post 178 depends entirely on a growing and active membership. We need you! For full membership information download our Download our Membership Application or contact Larry Marshall.
Our monthly meetings are conducted on the third Thursday of each month at the Frisco Senior Center, 6670 Moore Street, Frisco at 6:30PM. Visitors are always welcome.
