The American Legion was chartered by Congress in 1919 as a patriotic veterans organization. Focusing on service to veterans, servicemembers and communities. The Legion evolved from a group of war-weary veterans of World War I into one of the most influential nonprofit groups in the United States. Membership swiftly grew to over 1 million, and local posts sprang up across the country. Today, membership stands at nearly 2 million in more than 13,000 posts worldwide. The posts are organized into 55 departments: one each for the 50 states, along with the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, France, Mexico and the Philippines.
Over the years, the Legion has influenced considerable social change in America, won hundreds of benefits for veterans and produced many important programs for children and youth.
We personally want to welcome you to Lake Havasu City's Post 81.
As the oldest branch of the U.S. military, the U.S. Army’s motto is steeped in a long history of service to this country. The phrase “This We’ll Defend” was first used by the War Office of the Continental Army during the American Revolution in 1778. “This We’ll Defend” is depicted on a scroll held by a rattlesnake on the Army flag, signifying the Army’s constant readiness over the past 200+ years to defend and preserve the United States.
The U.S. Marine Corps motto, “Semper Fidelis,” is legendary. However, “Semper Fi” is not just a motto for the Marines – it’s a way of life. The phrase is Latin for “Always Faithful” and it embodies the Marine Corps’ it has become known for its representation of Marines’ unshakeable loyalty to one another in particular. “Semper Fidelis” stands for the steadfast dedication Marines will always have to fighting on behalf of this nation, as well as alongside the few, the proud, the Marines.
The U.S. Navy does not have an official motto, sources claim that “Semper Fortis” – Latin for “Always Courageous” – is the Navy’s motto; considering that the Navy was founded in the 18th century, when sailing in a Navy required venturing out into the unknown of the vast oceans, some still uncharted, this emphasis on courage seems fitting. service. Regardless of which motto is truly the one, today, the U.S. Navy ideals and fearlessly serves the United States both at home and abroad.
