Supporting Our Veterans
Our Mission
At American Legion Nelson County Post 42, our mission is to serve veterans and their families. We strive to promote patriotism and community service through various programs and events.
Nelson County Post 42 Named Officers and Board Members
Commander- Kyle Uzzell
1st Vice Commander- Todd Kohler
Adjutant- Hal Wheatley
Service Officer- John Stover
Chaplain- Tom Justus
Sergeant At Arms- Charlie Greenwell
Board Members- Dudley Mattingly
Joe Logan
Auxiliary Representative- Mona
Sons of the American Legion Representative- Craig Greenwell
Radio Club Representative- Bud Hightower
American Legion Riders Representative- Pam Blain
Charitable Gaming Representative- Vivian Fleenor
service Officer
What is a Service Officer?
An American Legion Service Officer is a trained, often accredited advocate who provides free expert assistance to veterans and their families in navigating VA benefits, claims, and appeals. They act as knowledgeable liaisons, helping with disability claims, healthcare, education, and social services, while offering support to ensure veterans receive earned benefits.
Items To Bring to an Appointment
When meeting with a Post Service Officer, (SO), there are some documents that you might need to provide so the SO may help more successfully. Such document are, but not limited to:
- A copy of your DD214
- If possible, a copy of your private/third party medical records that may support your claim.
- Military records dictating an in-service injury or disability.
- A copy of your banking account #, routing #, and name of the bank unless this has already been established with the VA
- The DOB's & SSN's for the spouse and any dependent's of the Veteran.
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Membership
If you have served at least one day of active military duty since December 7, 1941, and were honorably discharged or you are still serving active military duty honorably, you are eligible for membership with The American Legion.
Come in and talk to us about joining the American Legion or click the button below to fill out an application online.
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Hours
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