Membership on American Legion Post 5 — Rome, GA

Apply or Renew

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Use this form to apply for new membership, renew your existing membership, or transfer your membership to Post 5 from another post.

What You’ll Need

A completed application (this form, or two printed copies via the PDF version — TODO: post PDF)
A copy of your DD214 with the Social Security number blacked out
A check or money order for $55 annual dues, payable to American Legion Post 5

Mail dues and DD214 separately to:

Membership Requirements

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Eligibility

To join The American Legion at Post 5, you must have served at least one day of active military duty during one of the following qualifying periods, and have been honorably discharged or still be serving honorably:

April 6, 1917 – November 11, 1918 (World War I)
December 7, 1941 to present (any service since the start of World War II)

The “Legion Act” of 2019 effectively means anyone who served honorably after Pearl Harbor is eligible — no more “war era” gaps. If you served honorably since December 7, 1941, you qualify.

Why Join Post 5

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Your Buddy Still Needs You

The friendships forged in service don’t end at discharge. American Legion Post 5 exists so that veterans of every era — and from every branch — can stay connected, support one another, and continue to serve.

When you join Post 5, you join:

Veterans you’ll recognize. Members of Post 5 served in every conflict and every branch from World War II to the Global War on Terror. The shared experience is real, and the community at Post 5 reflects it.
A century of community impact. Since 1925, Post 5 has supported veterans, their families, and the broader Rome community. Your membership keeps that going.
National voice. With over 1.8 million members nationally, The American Legion advocates for veterans’ benefits, healthcare, and rights at every level of government.

What We Do — Locally

Membership at Post 5 isn’t a passive thing. Here’s what members are involved in throughout the year: