American Legion Veterans in Chapel Hill, NC
Each year we open our Post for a special project of the East Chapel Hill Rotary, School Supplies. Robert Oakes, a past post commander and member of the East Chapel Hill Rotary sponsors the event as a community service.
Read moreOur Post Home is open to the public on Monday, May 27th. You are welcome to join us at 10 a.m. to tour our home and see a display of military artifacts and collectibles owned by our members. We will also have a few World War II and Vietnam era military vehicles on display.
Read moreWe often get inquiries about lost, misplaced, or just can’t be found military separation papers–the infamous DD Form 214. It is actually quite easy to request a replacement, but it will take time
Read moreIn August 1919, local veterans of World War I gathered to form Chapel Hill Post No. 6. Since then, there have been thousands of men and women in Chapel Hill that have stepped forward to join together in a common bond and mission to serve their community, other veterans, and their families.
Read moreA lot of work has gone into the revitalization of our post. We are now almost 100 years old and you would not know it from the hustle and bustling going on at our present home and at the new post site.
Read moreWe have spent some time taking a look at some of the contributions of the women who have served their country. Their contributions during World War II are simply amazing. Enough said, take a look for yourself…with Women on the Wing.
Read moreLet us not forget the many, many women of Chapel Hill Post No. 6 who served their country in uniform. March is Women’s History Month!
Read moreWe have been reading some interesting things about the American Legion in Chapel Hill over the past several years. We have heard stories about our aged facilities, dying veterans, folding up (our tents) and heading out, or even leaving Chapel Hill. It is like some of our neighbors are writing and talking about the veterans of Chapel Hill without reading their “book”–their history.
Read more“This post is jumping!” A hearty “Thank You” to our members for their diligence in membership renewal and recommending membership to other local veterans. We were at 96.7% or 178 active members. We need just a few more renewals or new members to reach 100%.
Read moreIt is with deep regret that we share with you the loss of former Post 6 Vice Commander Frank “Pete” Jaeger. Pete passed away today after an extended illness and fight with cancer.
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