Promoting Americanism

The American Legion has always been a stalwart champion of patriotism, morality and citizenship. Upon the pillar of Americanism is The American Legion’s devotion to law and order, the raising of wholesome youth, respectful observance of patriotic holidays and remembrances, education and law-abiding citizenship.

Citizenship

During their time in the U.S. military, Legionnaires served all over the world to ensure their fellow citizens’ safety. They have witnessed poverty, political instability, disease and war in other countries. They have a unique perspective on the threat that open borders present, a basis for The American Legion’s stance on illegal immigration. The Legion opposes illegal immigration and amnesty for illegal aliens, but fully supports opportunities for legal immigration.

U.S. Flag Protection & Education

The nation’s leading supporter of a constitutional amendment to protect the U.S. flag from desecration and also the nation’s foremost authority on the U.S. Flag Code and proper dignified disposal of unserviceable U.S. flags.

Post 1187 is able to ensure U.S. flags are properly disposed of, if you have old flags please contact us.

Voter Participation

The American Legion is a nonpartisan organization but takes an active role in the political process and encourages Americans to register and vote in all elections.

Legislative & Advocacy

The American Legion is hard at work in Washington and around the country on Veterans issues and issues of national importance.

Latest News

  • Post 1187 Birthday and First Responder Banquet

    On Saturday October 26th, 2024 the American Legion Harry C. Miller Post 1187 held our annual Birthday and First Responder Banquet to both celebrate our Post’s founding in 1987, and honor the men and women of our local Law Enforcement and Fire Departments who serve our community every day. We […]

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  • Post 1187 Riders Honor WWII Veteran on his 100th Birthday!

    The American Legion Riders Post 1187 were honored to ride by the 100th birthday celebration for a WWII Veteran today, and linked up with Post 178 Riders as well. Ralph grew up in Sioux City, Iowa and served in World War II (Army 3rd Armored Division, 36th Armored Infantry Regiment). […]

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  • Flag Day

    Today is Flag Day which commemorates the adoption of the flag of the United States on June 14, 1777, by resolution of the Second Continental Congress. So fly the flag proudly! And learn more about the history of Flag Day here. Today is also a good day to learn about our flag, how to properly […]

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