American Legion Post 228
The American Legion’s motto is “Veterans Strengthening America.” The members of American Legion Post 228 work together to enhance the well-being of America’s veterans, their families, our military, and our community by our devotion to mutual helpfulness. The panels below show just some of the activities Post 228 is involved with!
Join Us!
Eligibility
- If you have served at least one day of active military duty since December 7, 1941 and were honorably discharged or you are still serving active military duty honorably, you are eligible for membership with The American Legion.
- Complete the Contact Form for more information.
Service
Community Support
- Honor Guard
- Flag-burning retirement ceremonies.
- Partnering with Sun City Kiwanis Club for Memorial and Veteran’s Day ceremonies
- Security for Sum City Garage Sales
Youth Support
- JROTC scholarships for local high school graduates
- Boys/Girls State donations
Veteran Support & Advocacy
- Buddy Checks
- Disability and military benefit claim assistance
- Pre-registration for local military cemetery
Camaraderie
Connecting with Past, Present, & Future Veterans & their Families
- local Veteran’s home visits
- JROTC support
- Lady Veteran member get-togethers
- Legion Post 228 Auxiliary
- Once-a-week member breakfast
- Annual BBQ and Holiday party
Announcements
- Next meeting is May 19th at 3:00 pm at the Oaks
- See the Upcoming Events page for Legion and Auxiliary activities!
- Help with VA claims provided by American Legion VSO, Wednesdays, 9-12, at Sun City Social Center Lobby, outside the ballroom.
Wearing a red poppy honors the fallen and supports the living who have worn our nation’s uniform. After World War I, the poppy flourished across Europe. Scientists attributed this growth to the enriched soils in France and Belgium, which had absorbed lime from the war’s rubble. From that dirt and mud emerged a beautiful red poppy. This flower came to symbolize the blood shed during battle, inspired by the wartime poem “In Flanders Fields,” penned by Lieutenant Colonel John McCrae, M.D., while serving on the front lines.
Each year, members of The American Legion Family distribute poppies, requesting that recipients make a donation to support veterans, active-duty military personnel, and their families with medical and financial needs. This year, American Legion Post 228 will be distributing poppies on
- 5/25 at 5:30-7:30pm at Wriggleys and Mulligans
- 5/26 at 5:30-7:30pm at Wriggleys and Mulligans
American Legion Post 228 All Female Color Guard!
Patty Steinocker, Maria Murphy, Holly Jones, Joyce Wert, Tammy Martinez
The children of Eli Lamar Whiteley joined the post for the August 21, 2022 meeting and Hot Dog social.
Trip of a Lifetime!
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American Legion Post 228 Honor Flight – May 2022
Front row left: Larry Mladek, Sam Dolson, Leo Cordato, Ali McGraw, Lucy Gill, Mike Miller, Bob Herwig, Charles Brock, Chas Cresch, Art Wert, Bennie Hardin, John Kucher
Back row from left: Tom Bigley, Gary Dennett, Richard Hendley, Ed Quillen, Robert Simmons, Richard Gill, Mike Vallow, Jim Watters, Frank Rauch, John Carovello
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American Legion Post 228 lady veterans meet one Saturday a month for coffee and fellowship.
ELI LAMAR WHITELEY AMERICAN LEGION POST 228 