Americanism
What is Americanism?
The American Legion is an organization dedicated to God and country, with a membership of military veterans who take deep pride in the U.S. Flag and all that it means. Since its inception nearly 100 years ago, the Legion has been a stalwart champion of patriotic values, morals, culture and citizenship.The Legion’s pillar of Americanism embodies its devotion to law and order, the raising of wholesome youth, an educated and law-abiding citizenship, and respectful observance of patriotic holidays and remembrances. The American Legion has the Red, White and Blue Award to honor those outside the Legion who exhibit such values.
Americanism and Children & Youth Programs
Flag Retirement & Education
When an American flag is tattered or faded, it should be retired with dignity, typically by burning it in a ceremony, according to the U.S. Flag Code. As part of our retirement ceremony, we begin by teaching participants the proper methods for retiring a flag and by sharing a brief history of our nation’s flags. Approved retirement methods include carefully folding the flag, burning it in a private and solemn ceremony, respectfully burying the ashes.
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School Medals
American Legion School Award Medal Program honors graduating students who exemplify outstanding character and citizenship. Established in 1926, the It is considered the highest honor the American Legion bestows upon American youth.
JROTC
Flag Appreciation
The American Legion offers JROTC awards, primarily the Military Excellence and Scholastic Excellence Medals, recognizing cadets with strong character, leadership, discipline, and academic/military performance, usually awarded to one student per school annually for outstanding achievement in academics and citizenship, with including top class standing and demonstrated qualities of leadership, character, and patriotism, supporting the Legion's commitment to youth and national security.
More information can be found here; https://www.floridalegion.org/programs-services/jrotc-rotc/about/
Flag Appreciation
Flag Appreciation
9-11 Remembrance
9-11 Remembrance
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Veterans Day
9-11 Remembrance
Each year on November 11, Veterans Day, we gather at the City of Oviedo’s Veterans Tribute Wall at Center Lake Park to honor the courage, sacrifice, and service of our city’s veterans, and to proudly add their names to the wall as a lasting tribute to their devotion to our nation.