Middlesex County Sons of the Legion

The Sons of The American Legion (SAL) is a program within The American Legion, established in 1932 to honor the service and sacrifice of Legionnaires. It's a group for male descendants of veterans who served during specific periods (WWI, WWII, and later conflicts) and who were eligible for American Legion membership. SAL members, while part of the larger Legion Family, are not a separate entity from The American Legion. Here's a more detailed look:

• Purpose: SAL's mission is to strengthen the four pillars of The American Legion: patriotism, national security, veterans' affairs, and Americanism. 
• Membership: Membership is open to male descendants (sons, adopted sons, stepsons, grandsons, etc.) of veterans who meet eligibility requirements. 
• Organization: SAL is divided into detachments at the state level and squadrons at the local level. Each squadron is associated with a local American Legion post. 

    Our purpose is to connect with all of the Middlesex County Squadrons to represent them and address their questions and provide guidence to help make them a productive member of our Legion Family. We believe in the following principals of the Sons of the American Legion.

    Our purpose is to connect with all of the Middlesex County Squadrons to represent them and address their questions and provide guidence to help make them a productive member of our Legion Family. We believe in the following principals of the Sons of the legion.

Fundraising: SAL members actively participate in fundraising activities to support The American Legion's various programs, including those focused on veterans' affairs. 

Volunteerism: They volunteer at VA hospitals and homes, providing direct support to veterans. 

Assistance: SAL provides manpower and support for veterans programs, including serving as honor guards or color guards. 

Financial Support: They raise money and donate to VA hospitals for various items like medical equipment and clothing. 

Community Engagement:

• Children & Youth: SAL sponsors and supports programs aimed at improving the lives of children and youth, such as the American Legion Baseball and Boys State/Girls State programs. 
• Community Service: They engage in various community service projects, including volunteering for local charities and non-profit organizations. 
• Patriotism & Citizenship: SAL promotes patriotism, citizenship, and leadership through educational programs and activities. 
• Fundraising: They raise money for various causes, including the American Legion Child Welfare Foundation. 

To join the Sons of The American Legion (SAL), you must be a male descendant of a veteran who served during specific eligibility periods and is either a current member of The American Legion or a deceased veteran who would have qualified for membership. This includes sons, grandsons, adopted sons, and stepsons.  

Check the link below for more information.

https://www.legion.org/about/american-legion-family/sons-of-the-american-legion/join-sons-of-the-american-legion

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