John D. Sudduth American Legion Post 72 345 Legion Drive Warrenton, Virginia 20186 Phone: (540) 347-7740  Fax: (540) 347-2645 www.legionpost72.org Dear American Legion Post #72 Family and Neighbors, We are now accepting orders for new Veterans Plaza pavers to honor our veterans and recognize their dedicated service.   This is also a wonderful opportunity for our community, not just the Post #72 family, to pay tribute to our veteran loved ones.  You can order you...

In the heart of Warrenton, Virginia, the Sons of the Legion, American Legion Post 72, are gearing up to host their much-anticipated annual Father's Day Car Show. Set against the backdrop of the picturesque Warrenton Horse Show Grounds, this event promises a day of excitement, camaraderie, and, of course, classic automobiles. Scheduled for June 16th, Father’s Day, the festivities kick off bright and early at 8 A.M., inviting car enthusiasts and families alike to come together for a memorable ...

We are delighted to invite you to a special Flag Retirement event to honor the symbols of our nation. The United States Code mandates that when a U.S. flag is no longer fit for display, it should be respectfully retired, typically through burning. In line with this tradition, American Legion Post 72 will be conducting a Flag Retirement Ceremony on Flag Day, Friday, 14 June, 2024, at 5:00 PM, at the Posts home, 345 Legion Drive, Warrenton, VA. Post 72 Commander Mike Ezzo, along with our dedic...

Attached is a sneak peek at the proof for a challenge coin for the Post. The coin is based on the Post's ALR coin. Paul Baker volunteered to put the project together and has done some excellent work. Estimated cost to members is $10 +/- per coin.For God & CountryClaude

Every year the American Legion offers scholarship chances. This year is no different. Here is some info on the American Legion College Scholarship Eligibility:  High school boys and girls who are sons, daughters, grandsons, granddaughters of members of the Virginia American Legion family who exemplify the spirit and true American values and have been admitted to an accredited four-year college or university.Current scholarships are limited to those entering the freshman class.  Aw...

Update: Thank you to all who supported our efforts towards the Wreath Across America program. We were able to raise $5,000 which supported 337 wreaths. Each December on National Wreaths Across America Day, our mission to Remember, Honor and Teach is carried out by coordinating wreath-laying ceremonies at Arlington National Cemetery, as well as at more than 2,500 additional locations in all 50 U.S. states, at sea and abroad. Sponsoring a wreath for the graves of Veterans this holiday.

Join the Post 72 American Legion Riders for their Spring Poker Run, June 30, 2018.  Registration opens at 8am and Kick Stands up will begin at 10am.  This event will travel the beautiful byways of Northern Virginia  with scheduled stops planned for Sperryille, Madison, Lake Anna, and Culpepper.  For more information, please visit our event website at www.legionpost72.org/2018-spring-poker-run

Members, please review the proposed changes to the Post 72 Constitution and Bylaws linked below. Please direction questions, suggestions, or concerns to Post Adjutant George Morgan at adjutant@legionpost72.org. ConstitutionAndByLawsPost72-2018 update

Our newest raffle in the Social Quarters showcases the best of American firearms manufacturing and can be yours for as little as $1.  Click the cross pistols above  to learn more.

Active Duty NCOs and Airmen assigned to the 45th Space Wing  were the latest recipients of Thank You Cards created by students in several Fauquier County Public Schools to show their support for our women and men in uniform.    Currently in its eighth year of operations, the  Thank You Card Program has distributed tens of thousands of  cards to service members around the globe.  Think it doesn't make a difference?  Look at the smiles!