Who can join the 40 &
8?
Membership in the Forty &
Eight is "By Invitation
Only" and is offered for recognition of service to
the American Legion and/or its programs.
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Membership in the American Legion remains a
requirement for membership in the Forty & Eight.
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An American Legion Membership application
can be obtained
at any local American Legion Post. Local Posts are generally
found in the phone book under "Veterans Organizations".
Dues vary, and are established by each individual Post.
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Membership may also be made online from
the
National Headquarters in Indianapolis.
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Eligibility Requirements
Eligibility Periods
Honorable service during any of the following periods. |
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CONFLICT |
FROM |
THRU |
NOTES |
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World War I |
06 Apr 1917 |
11 Nov 1918 |
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World War II |
07 Dec 1941 |
31 Dec 1946 |
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Korean War |
25 Jun 1950 |
31 Jan 1955 |
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Vietnam Era |
28 Feb 1961 |
07 May 1975 |
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Lebanon |
24 Aug 1982 |
31 July 1984 |
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Grenada |
24 Aug 1982 |
31 July 1984 |
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Panama |
20 Dec 1989 |
31 Jan 1990 |
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Persian Gulf War |
02 Aug 1990 |
Open |
Cessation of hostilities has
not yet been established. |
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American Legion Member
Benefits
Membership in The American Legion Family brings
with it
special benefits that not only provide protection for your
family, but also substantial money-saving discounts.
It's a benefit package your entire family can enjoy! |
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Member
Services |
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Discounts
& Benefits |
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Insurance,
Health, Prescriptions, Eye Care, Dental |
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Home
Security and Defibrillator Service (ADT) |
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Wireless
(AT & T, Cingular, Nextel, Verizon, etc.) |
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Travel
Discounts (Avis, Budget, Hotels, Motels, etc.) |
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Moving
Discounts (North American & Global) |
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Employment/Recruiting
Services (TAOnline.com) |
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Financial
Services (Banks, CD's, Credit Cards, etc,) |
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The
New & Exclusive American Legion Annuity |
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Change
of Address for Post, Aux & SAL |
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Become
a Member |
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Apply
Online |
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Printable
Application (PDF) |
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"Bill
Me" Application |
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Paid
Up For Life Membership Rate
Chart |
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New
Membership Booklets & Brochures |
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Help |
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Tutorials
and Tips |
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Frequently
Asked Questions (FAQ) |
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Contact
By Email |
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Contact By
Phone and/or Email |
Additional Discounts from
the
American Legion Auxiliary
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