SAL Detachment of Colorado, SAL Squadron 11-11

S.A.L. PREAMBLE TO THE CONSTITUTION
Proud possessors of a priceless heritage, we male descendants of veterans of the Great Wars,
associate ourselves together as "Sons of The American Legion" for the following purposes:
To uphold and defend the Constitution of the United States of America;
to maintain law and order; to foster and perpetuate a true spirit of Americanism;
to preserve the memories of our former members and the associations of our members and our
forefathers in the Great Wars;
to inculcate a sense of individual obligation to the community, state and nation;
to combat the autocracy of both the classes and masses; to make right the master of might;
to promote peace and good will on earth; to safeguard and transmit to posterity the principles
of justice, freedom and democracy;
to consecrate and sanctify our friendship by our devotion to mutual helpfulness;
to adopt in letter and spirit all of the great principles for which The American Legion stands;
and to assist in carrying on for God and Country.

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SAL Squadron 11-11
American Legion Post 11-11
9959 Wadsworth Blvd.
Broomfield, CO 80021 - 4028
(303) 466-1278

from NewYork to L A

This land is our land . . .

SAL Squadron 11-11
meeting - 7:00 pm
2nd Thursday every month

click here for SAL handbook

Link to: SAL
DETACHMENT OF
COLORADO
Link to: National SAL web-site

Are you eligible?
All applicants for membership in the Sons of The American Legion must meet the following requirements established by The American Legion to be
eligible for membership.
(1) Applicant must be a male descendant, adopted son or stepson of a member of The American Legion.
(2) Or the applicant must be a male descendant of a veteran who died in service during World War I, World War II, Korean War, Vietnam War,
Lebanon, Grenada, Panama, and the Persian Gulf War, or who died subsequent to their Honorable Discharge from such service. Eligibility dates
are listed below.
If you meet these requirements you are eligible for membership in the Sons of the American Legion.

Print the application, fill it out and take it to Post 11-11
or your nearest Sons of The American Legion
Squadron. To find your nearest Squadron, check out
the Squadron Locater

Eligibility dates
World War I         April 6, 1917 to November 11, 1918
World War II         December 7, 1941 to December 31, 1946
Korean War         June 25, 1950 to January 31, 1955
Vietnam War         February 28, 1961 to May 7, 1975
Grenada and Lebanon         August 24, 1982 to July 31, 1984
Panama         December 20, 1989 to January 31, 1990
Persian Gulf         August 2, 1990 closing date to be determined

MY HERO

As I ponder the love that I saw in his eyes,
A Godly love, given without compromise....

I recall many times that he stood by my side,
And prodded me on with great vigor and pride.

His voice ever confident, firm and yet fair,
Always speaking with patience, tenderness and care.

The power and might of his hands was so sure,
I knew there was nothing we couldn't endure.

It's true, a few others provided insight,
Yet, he laid the foundation that kept me upright.

He's the grandest of men to have lived on this earth,
Although he's not royal by stature or birth.

He's a man of great dignity, honor and strength.
His merits are noble, and of admirable length.

He's far greater than all other men that I know,
He's my Dad, he's my mentor, my friend and hero.

By Debbie Hinton Young

Sons Of The American Legion (SAL) Internet Directory

The Sons of The American Legion was created in 1932 as an organization within The American Legion.
The S.A.L. is made up of boys and men of all ages whose parents or grandparents served in the
United States military and became eligible for membership in The American Legion. Together,
members of The American Legion, The American Legion Auxiliary and the Sons of The American
Legion make up what is known as The Legion Family. All three organizations place high importance on
preserving our American traditions and values, improving the quality of life for our nation's children,
caring for veterans and their families, and perhaps most importantly, teaching the fundamentals of
good citizenship. Sons have always assisted Legionnaires with Legion Family programs. Our Family
boasts a combined total membership of nearly 4.2 million members. This year, Sons attained an all
time high national membership of over 295,000. The largest Detachment, Pennsylvania, has over
38,000 members. Trophies and awards are given to Detachments and Squadrons for the largest
membership and the largest increase in membership.

Just as each Legion post determines the extent of its service to the community, state, and nation,
each S.A.L. Squadron is permitted flexibility in planning programs and activities to meet its own
needs. The S.A.L. has study programs recommended for younger members. One such program, called
"The Ten Ideals," teaches the elements of patriotism, health, knowledge, training, honor, faith,
helpfulness, courtesy, reverence, and comradeship. If a member completes the Ten Ideals program,
he is eligible to continue with another program called the "Five-Point Program of Service." This
program covers patriotism, citizenship, discipline, leadership, and legionism.

Sons focus on much more than just membership. At all levels, Sons support The American Legion in
promoting a wide variety of programs. Sons assist their Posts in other activities such as Veterans
programs, Veterans Administration home and hospital volunteerism, Children Youth projects, and
fund raising. In just the past ten years, Sons have raised more than a million dollars for The American
Legion Child Welfare Foundation. Members have volunteered over 258,250 hours to date in 2005 in
Veterans Hospitals throughout the country and raised over $2.447,268 that has gone directly to VA
hospitals and VA homes for a variety of items including TV's, radios, medical equipment, and clothing
for the patients.

There are many men who are members of, both, The American Legion and the Sons of The American
Legion. Often, these individuals started out as young members of the Sons. Then, when they were old
enough to serve the military, they also became eligible to join The Legion. Such individuals are known
within our organization as dual members.

The Sons of The American Legion is one of many organizations that sponsors and supports the
Citizens Flag Alliance, a coalition formed to secure flag protection legislation through an amendment
to the U.S. Constitution. S.A.L. volunteers work to establish local networks by having petitions
available and handing out informational material. They alert their communities to the importance of
respect for the flag and they encourage flag education programs in schools and other local
organizations.

Sons of the American Legion Detachment of Colorado