The Appleton American Legion Family consists of American Legion Post No. 38, Auxiliary Unit No. 38, the Sons of the American Legion Squadron No. 38, and the American Legion Riders. The National American Legion organization itself was chartered and incorporated by Congress in 1919 as a patriotic veterans organization devoted to mutual helpfulness. It is the nation’s largest veterans service organization, committed to mentoring and sponsorship of youth programs in our communities, advocating patriotism and honor, promoting a strong national security, and continued devotion to our fellow servicemembers and veterans.