Am I eligible to join the American Legion?

If you have served federal active duty in the United States Armed Forces since December 7, 1941, and have been honorably discharged or are still serving - you are eligible for membership in The American Legion!

If you are still not sure whether or not you qualify for membership, review Eligibility Questions link on the Legion National Website.

How do I join the American Legion?

First, print and complete the American Legion Membership Application. Then submit the completed application to Post Adjutant, Chris Mehringer, at mccooklegionpost203@yahoo.com for review. 

Can I transfer my American Legion membership to Post 203?

If you area a current American Legion member, print out the American Legion Member Data Form, complete it, and submit it to Post Adjutant, Chris Mehringer, at mccooklegionpost203@yahoo.com.

What is required to have the American Legion emblem included on a headstone?

First, print and complete the Request for Inclusion of American Legion Emblem on Headstone Request. Then submit the completed application to Post Adjutant, Chris Mehringer, at mccooklegionpost203@yahoo.com for review. 

What is required for a veteran to have a Military Headstone?How do I make it happen

Contact the Red Willow/Furnas County Veteran Service Officer, Michael Simmonds at (308)345-2385 or veteranservice4838@gmail.com.

What is required to ensure a veteran has an America Legion Headstone Flag Marker?

Contact the Red Willow/Furnas County Veteran Service Officer, Michael Simmonds at (308)345-2385 or veteranservice4838@gmail.com.

How do I request military funeral honors for a veteran?

The next of kin or otherwise appropriate individual must request the funeral honors; they are not provided automatically. Per the Department of Defense (DoD) policy, the family must request that the funeral director contact the military. Legion Post 203 will supplement uniformed military personnel in providing funeral honors. At a minimum, the funeral honors ceremony will consist of the playing of taps and the folding and presentation of the American flag.

Current Legion members, who are not members of Post 203, are entitled to the playing of taps and the folding and presentation of the American flag.

Current members of American Legion Post 203 are entitled to a full detail if requested by the family.

Which local businesses offer Veterans discounts?

Ace Hardware, Arby's, Orchelin's, Pizza Hut, Runza, and Wendy's offer veteran discounts year-round.

Dollar General offers veteran discounts on Veterans Day (November 11th).

Discounts vary by location. Verify information with the organization offering before ordering. Be prepared to present a VA ID Card.

Where can I find lists of discounts available to American Legion members?

For a list of discounts available to American Legion Members follow this link.

For a list of discounts available to all veterans year round follow this link.