American Legion

noun

1. a society, organized in 1919, composed of veterans of the armed forces of the U.S.

American Legion

1. The largest organization of American veterans, open to those who participated in World War I , World War II , the Korean War , the Vietnam War , the Persian Gulf War , and subsequent conflicts, such as America's war on terrorism . The American Legion has established an influential political position, gaining support in Congress and the federal executive branch for veterans' interests; its efforts contributed to the creation of the Veterans Administration, now the Department of Veterans Affairs , which provides medical services and other benefits to veterans and their families. Traditionally conservative , the American Legion promotes patriotism and a strong military defense. ( See also Veterans of Foreign Wars .)

Example Sentences

The partnership, which is in collaboration with Ganassi sponsor American Legion, is promoting the May 3 film release.

From Seattle Times

He played American Legion baseball as a youngster and on the high school baseball team.

From Los Angeles Times

That film chronicles a few participants in the Boys State program run by the American Legion in Texas and every other state except Hawaii.

From New York Times

The Boys State program, run by the American Legion since 1935, is more well known and better funded.

From Seattle Times

If you take the boardwalk further north, you’ll link up with the playground and picnic tables of American Legion Park.

From Seattle Times