Welcome to our Post 171!
We are American Legion Post 171 in Damascus, Maryland. We are veterans, men, and women who have served honorably in the armed forces as prescribed by law. The Post was founded in the fall of 1945. Our Post includes more than 300 Legionnaires, who, like all American Legion (www.legion.org) members, are volunteers who serve with a commitment to support our fellow service members and veterans, mentor our young Americans, sponsor community service programs, and advocate for strengthening our nation’s defense and security, patriotism and honor.
Damascus Post 171’s Legion Family includes our Auxiliary Unit 171 (Eligibility Requirements) (Joining).
We raise money for our veterans and youth support, activities, and charitable community donations with weekly cash bingo, rentals, and public events like dinners and dances at various times each year. We invite you to join us for these events.
Our Legion Family meets monthly on the second Monday with the Unit meeting at 7 PM and the Post meeting at 7:30. All meetings are at the Post Home located at 10201 Lewis Drive, Damascus, Maryland 20872. We are continuously seeking and welcoming new members. If interested in becoming one of us in the Post or Auxiliary, please email info@legionpost171.org or leave a message at (301) 253-0769. NOTE: This is an unattended land-line...be sure to leave your phone number in your message.
Thank you for supporting the American Legion.
Steve Monteiro
Post Commander
Upcoming Events
Supporting Our Youth
Post 171 has several special activities for area youth. One is the annual National Constitutional Speech Contest. Our winner will compete at the regional level and the winners after that go to state and national levels. Also known as the Oratorical Contest, our Post competition will be: Saturday, February 3rd at 10:00 am. These programs are currently in the Application Process. Contact us if you want to know more about:
We also support Scouting, Youth Camps, Baseball, and, later in the year, we'll support the Damascus Fair awards and Poster Contest. |
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Bingo is on!
On Thursday nights (except Holidays) - doors open at 5:00 PM and games start at 7:00 PM. A snack bar is also available! WEATHER POLICY – We will make a decision based on the conditions by Noon on Thursdays whether or not to cancel and post at 301-253-0769, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/DamascusPost171 and on the Post website at: legionpost171.org |
Select the Bingo card below for game information. |
Supporting Veterans at the Lorien Assisted Living Community
On the second Wednesday of every month, Post 171 members visit Lorien Veterans and others for commaraderie and special events. Our activities start at 9:30 am. We often have a speaker on veterans topics, history or current event and services. Join us at: 713 Midway Ave, Mt Airy, MD 21771 |
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Pancakes!
Following long tradition, Post 171 has resumed our monthly pancake breakfast for members and guests. Join us on the second Saturday of every month, from 7:30 - 9:30 am. For a donation, get your fill of pancakes, french toast, sausage, eggs, bisquits, and more! |
Blood Drive
Blood Drive |
July 12, 2024 |
Event Calendar:
For a listing of all Post activities please go to the Events Calendar. Rental requests for event dates are being accepted. If you have a question regarding rentals, contact Anita Trotter, the Rental Agent, at Rentals or (301) 661-6904.
Recently held events:
Veteran Service with the Home Depot
Post 171 is beginning a partnership with Home Depot to assist veterans in our area. This is with the Bethesda store location team and using a grant from the Home Depot Foundation, part of the Team Depot “Operation Surprise” program. Volunteer with your fellow Post members at 8 am to 3 pm, Thursday, November 16th, in Derwood, Maryland (address given to attendees) Contact the Post Adjutant to volunteer. |
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Legion Baseball
View pictures vs Clinton on 4 July 2023 |
Results of the Recent Blood Drive
Blood Drive |
Results: Thank you! Units collected = 42 Potential # of lives saved = 112 To view the Red Cross thank you letter, select the American Red Cross icon to your left. |
Community Outreach: In September we completed our"Know Your Legion" at the Damascus Heritage Society Museum
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Veteran's Day Ceremonies
Martinsburg VA Canteen Fund Raiser
The American Legion Western MD Region 4, District 8 sponsored a Poker Run on Saturday, October 28th (Rain or Shine). The ride begins at our Post at 9:00 am and the Legion Riders will depart at 10:00 am. Our Post will provide them with coffee and donuts. Let's greet them and wish them well on their trip. |