ABOUT US
Welcome to the American Legion Post 88, where veterans find support, camaraderie, and purpose. We honor service, serve our community, and uphold American Values.
Join us in our mission to make a difference.
Thomas E. Carrico
Thomas E. Carrico (80) of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away August 25, 2009. He was born June 12, 1929, to Ezra and Pearl Carrico, the seventh of fourteen children. He was Navy veteran of the Korean War. He worked forty years on the old PRR & Penn Central R.R., retiring from Conrail as a Yardmaster in 1991. He was clubroom manager, and a life long member for Garfield Legion post #88 for 10 years, where he served as Commander for one year. He was also a life long menber of VFW Ernie Pyle Post #1120, and also a member of 40 and 8.
American Legion Post 88 Leadership
Commander
Richard Means
1st Vice - Lenny Seaman
2nd Vice - Henry Rodriguez
Adjutant - Andrew Wetjan
Finance Officer - Darrel Brickert
Chaplain -
Historian - Brian Koenighaus
Sgt. at Arms - Tom Gorman
American Legion Membership Requirements:
To be eligible for membership in The American Legion, you must meet one of the following criteria:
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Served honorably during an eligible war era
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Be on active duty today, serving honorably
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Have served federal active duty in the United States Armed Forces since December 7, 1941, and have been honorably discharged or are still serving
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What are the Active Duty Service Eligibility Dates?
Membership is based on period of service, not place of service. Eligible war eras include:
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World War I: April 6, 1917 to November 11, 1918
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World War II: December 7, 1941 to December 31, 1946
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Korea: June 25, 1950 to January 31, 1955
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Vietnam: February 28, 1961 to May 7, 1975
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Lebanon & Grenada: August 24, 1982 to July 31, 1984
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Panama: December 20, 1989 to January 31, 1990
However, some combat operations are not recognized by the U.S. government as a period of war, such as the Cold War, Libyan Conflict, and Persian Gulf Conflicts. Those who served during these timeframes are not eligible for membership, unless a resolution passed by the American Legion's National Executive Committee is enacted.
To transfer to a new post, you can visit the post and speak with an officer. You'll need to provide your 9-digit member ID and a copy of your DD214 or similar document to verify your eligibility.
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AL Post 88