American Legion or VFW?

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Wev
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Howdy Ags, wondering if anyone would share their view on the VFW and the American Legion. As regards community service and involvement, which is better?
Aggie Infantry
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If you were in a declared war zone (Iraq, Afghanistan, etc...), go VFW.

The AL is for those who never went to war.
bufrilla
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American Legion is for all who have served in the military.
Veterans of Foreign Wars is for those that have served in combat zones, i.e. (designated campaign ribbon).
Some Post are just better than others, whether VFW or AL. Check them out.
Hincemm
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my old man is heavily involved the legion (despite serving in Nam ). where are you located? I can probably get you a good local rep with them who can let you know what they're all about
Wev
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Thanks, I'm close to Caldwell. Appreciate the different requirements for membership, but just wondered if any views on goodness of service between the two.
Hincemm
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my general opinion is that you get out of it what you put into it. l

egion post 159 is in bryan, and they are rather active...they actually have the current state commander out of bryan. it may be worth checking out.

http://www.alegion159.org/
BigJim49 AustinNowDallas
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Didn't VFW back Obama ?
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The American Legion is A Service Organization and donates a substantial amount to different charities. Post to Post may vary.
Col. A 1976
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