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PREAMBLE TO THE CONSTITUTION OF THE AMERICAN LEGION
For God and Country we associate ourselves together for the following purposes: To uphold and defend
the Constitution of the United States of America; to maintain law and order; to foster and perpetuate a one
hundred percent Americanism; to preserve the memories and incidents of our associations in the great wars;
to inculcate a sense of individual obligation to the community, state and nation; to combat the autocracy
of both the classes and the masses; to make right the master of might; to promote peace and good will on
earth; to safeguard and transmit to posterity the principles of justice, freedom and democracy; to consecrate
and sanctify our comradeship by our devotion to mutual helpfulness.
American Legion Post 89 in Pella and VFW Post 5242 and the Marion County Commission of Veterans Affairs held a pork loin supper on Monday, January 26th for local Marion County Veterans
The event took place at 6:00 pm at First Church and was free for local veterans and their spouses. Representatives of the American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Iowa Veteran’s Home and Quilts of Valor were present and the 5th Grade Flag Essay Contest winners will read their essays. Executive Director of the Marion County Commission of Veterans Affairs Rob Bandstra says American Legion or VFW membership is not required.
“We’re just kicking it off in Pella, and if we have success, we could do this in Knoxville or other communities as well. There were around 120 in attendance
To participate in the American Legion Boys State, candidates must meet the following requirements:
- Age: Must be a high school student (16 years old) and have completed at least the 11th grade (junior year) with at least one semester remaining.
- Residency: Candidates must be residents of the state where the Boys State program is held.
- Character and Leadership: Candidates should demonstrate qualities of leadership, character, scholarship, and service to their schools and community.
- Medical Consent: A medical/parental consent certificate signed by a parent and a registered doctor is often required.
- Participation: Candidates must be citizens of or lawful permanent residents of the United States, and exchange students are not accepted.
For more detailed information, you can visit the official American Legion Boys State website. -
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Boys State Eligibility & Dates - The American Legion
F A Q | American Legion Boys State of Iowa
Since our charter in 1919, our American Legion Post has been welcoming VETERANS from all branches of our Armed Forces. Today, we continue to welcome all military personnel serving our country. Joining our Post enables you to continue serving your God, Country and Community. Our mission is to implement the goals, aspirations, dreams, peace and blessings for our country, friends and families embodied in our preamble below.
To the wonderful patriotic citizens of the Pella,Ia community. Join our Post as a Booster or Sponsor. (click Sponsor or Booster Button for details). 100% of the monies raised are given back to the community. Help us to continue sponsoring Scholarships for our children; give aid and assistance to our local needy Veterans, and their families. Help us to continue to support financially worthy community programs and projects
