Parsippanong Post 249

Membership

If you have served during World War I, World War II, the Korean or Vietnam Wars, or conflicts in Grenada, Lebanon, or the Persian Gulf War (up to the present including Afghanistan and Iraq) — then you are eligible to join nearly 3 million fellow United States veterans as a member of The American Legion.

Eligibility Dates (Periods of War) Include:

World War I	April 6, 1917 — Nov. 11, 1918
World War II	Dec. 7, 1941 — Dec. 31, 1946
Korean War	June 25, 1950 — Jan. 31, 1955
Vietnam War	Feb. 28, 1961 — May 7, 1975
Lebanon/ Grenada	Aug. 24, 1982 — July 31, 1984
Panama	Dec. 20, 1989 — Jan. 31, 1990
Persian Gulf War	Aug. 2, 1990 — until cessation of hostilities

Membership in the American Legion includes a wide array of benefits. The American Legion is always there for you and your family — at home, abroad and representing your interests in Washington, we're "Still Serving America!"

Additional information on membership and an application can be obtained at Post 249, or from any post member. Or you can download a PDF copy of the application and submit it at Post 249.
Write to:	Post 249 P.O. Box 196 Lake Hiawatha, NJ 07034
Phone:	973-335-9266
Email:	info@njlegionpost249.org
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Please note: You will need to provide a copy of your military discharge papers (DD214/discharge papers).

If you cannot locate your copy, you will need to contact the National Archives & Records Administration for a replacement copy. Or you may now access vetrecs.archives.gov to order copies of military records electronically.

All non-electronic requests must use Standard Form 180 or request the information in a letter. Standard Form 180 is available as a PDF file on theNARA website. The NARA site provides complete information on information required to process your request.