History of The American Legion
The American Legion was chartered by Congress in 1919 as a patriotic veterans organization. Focusing on service to veterans, servicemembers and communities, the Legion evolved from a group of war-weary veterans of World War I into one of the most influential nonprofit groups in the United States. Membership swiftly grew to over 1 million, and local posts sprang up across the country. Today, membership stands at over 1.6 million in more than 12,000 posts worldwide. The posts are organized into 55 departments: one each for the 50 states, along with the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, France, Latin America and the Philippines.
Over the years, the Legion has built its identity by achieving hundreds of benefits and services for veterans, supporting the U.S. Armed Forces and instilling the values of responsible citizenship among young people. From the nation-changing of The American Legion-drafted GI Bill to relief for veterans exposed to toxic contamination in the service, veterans of The American Legion have worked for over a century to improve and strengthen the nation they swore with their lives to defend.
norco post 328
Founded on May 15, 1929, Post 328 received its national charter and colors and officially established its presence in Norco.
In its early years, the post’s first fundraising event was a special showing of a World War I film at the California Theatre in nearby Corona — a ticket sale event that netted a profit of $100.
Shortly afterward, in July of that founding period, a women’s auxiliary was formed with the objective of doing child-welfare work, hospital relief service, and assisting disabled veterans.
Throughout the 1930s, American Legion Post 328 and its auxiliary were extremely active in working to support veterans and the local community. Fundraisers included rodeos, motorcycle races, barbeques and dances. The post also played a key role in the congressional passage of the 1932 bonus bill for World War I veterans.
Over time, Post 328 expanded its mission: welcoming veterans from all branches of the armed forces and continuing into today’s era by serving active duty personnel, veteran families, and the community of Norco.
Besides its veterans service work, the post is deeply rooted in the Norco community — offering scholarships for youth, aiding needy veterans and their families, and sponsoring worthy community programs and projects.