The American Legion

LEGION JAMES R. BLACKWELL POST 257
NEWLETTER/TRAINING LESSON
JANUARY 29, 2021

The American Legion’s National Executive Committee passed resolutions in August by email and October
in a virtual meeting adopting statements of vision, mission, and values that express the who, what and
why of the nation’s largest organization of wartime veterans. PLEASE READ AND KEEP

VISION
“THE AMERICAN LEGION: Veterans Strengthening America “
MISSION

“To enhance the well-being of America’s veterans, their families, our military, and our communities by
our devotion to mutual helpfulness.

VALUES

RAN IS A VETRAN
The American Legion embraces all current and former members of the military and endeavors to help
them transition into their communities.
SELFLESS SERVICE
The American Legion celebrates all who contribute to something larger than themselves and inspires
others to serve and strengthen America.
FAMILY AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
The American Legion meets the unique needs of local communities.
AMERICAN VALUES AND PATRIOTISM
The American Legion advocates for upholding and defending the United States Constitution, equal
justice and opportunity for everyone and discrimination against no one, youth education, responsible
citizenship, and honoring military service by observing and participating in patriotic and memorial
events.
ADVANCING THE VISION
The American Legion educates, mentors and leads new generations of Americans.