For over 70-years, Post 423 has proudly served current and former members of the United States military and their families in northeast Indiana. We also continue to strive to honor these men and women who have sacrificed so much to preserve the freedoms we enjoy today.
Along with the other members of our Legion Family; the Legion Auxiliary, Sons of the Legion and the Legion Riders, we’re committed to mentoring youth, sponsoring and supporting community programs and events, advocating patriotism and honor, and promoting strong national security.
Veterans Strengthening America
Post Birthday Celebration
Thanks to everyone who came to the dinner on March 20th to help celebrate the American Legion's birthday. The food and speaker were great, and everyone seemd to have a good time.
Notice: Election of Post Officers
In accordance with the Post’s bylaws, election of members to fill the officer positions, for the period July 1, 2021 – June 30, 2022, will occur at the membership meeting scheduled to be held at 7:00 PM on May 25th at the Post.
The following slate was presented by the nominating committee chair at the Post meeting on April 27th:
- Commander – Claude Hale
- 1st Vice Commander – Bob Walters
- 2nd Vice Commander – Vacant
- Adjutant – Chris Johnson
- Finance Officer - Vacant
- Post Service Officer – Mike Lucas
- Chaplain – Walt Krohn
- Sergeant-at-arms – Mike Yoder
- Historian – Joe Tritch
- Judge Advocate – Bill Riggs
- At-Large Member Representative - Vacant
- At-Large Member Representative - Vacant
Active members of American Legion Post 423 are eligible for nomination and election to any position, as long as they have paid their dues for 2021. Nominees should also be willing to become actively engaged in management, execution and oversight of the Post’s programs, operations and services. As a minimum, officers are expected to attend monthly meetings on the 4th Tuesday of each month at 7:00 PM.
If you’re willing to accept a nomination for election to an officer position, please contact Bob Walter at (260) 316-2008. Nominations will also be accepted from the floor prior to the election of officers on May 25th.
Post Hours of Operation
Although not mandatory at this time, we encourage patrons to social distance and to wear masks. We reserve the write to refuse service to anyone who fails to comply with issued restrictions or Post policies.
Legion Membership
Membership eligibility in The American Legion is based on honorable service with the U.S. Armed Forces between April 6, 1917 and November 11, 1918 (World War I); December 7, 1941, and December 31, 1946 (World War II); June 25, 1950, and January 31, 1955 (Korean war); December 22, 1961, and May 7, 1975 (Vietnam War); August 24, 1982, and July 31, 1984 (Lebanon/Grenada); December 20, 1989, and January 31, 1990 (Operation Just Cause – Panama); or August 2, 1990, until the date of the end of hostilities as determined by the government of the United States. Eligible veterans applying for first time membership must submit a copy of their DD 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, to Post Membership Committee.
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If you would like to join the Legion, or if you have questions about your eligibility to join, call us today at 260-829-6544.
