Ronald Reagan-Palisades Post 283

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Post 283's success depends entirely on active membership, participation and volunteerism. This Post meets every 3rd Wednesday each month. The five men were C.D.
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Located on the Westside of Los Angeles, Ronald Reagan-Palisades Post 283 of the American Legion was established on May 15, 1928 when a committee of five World War I veterans formed to prepare plans for organizing a local American Legion Post. Clearwater, W.B. Johnson, F.J. Sauer, Telford Work and R.L. Stadler. By July 14 of that same year, the committee of five had a temporary charter, which became permanent less than four months later. The permanent charter was signed by the American Legion National Commander Paul V. McNutt on Nov. 2, 1928 and by officials of the Department of California on Nov. 12 the same year. Membership, which at first included only the 15 charter members listed on the charter: C.D. Johnson, F.W. Townsend, F.J. Sasuer, H.J. Keller, N.E. Winston, Telford Work, E.W. Michel, T.T. Corr, A.R. Smith, N. Ninteman, J.E. Stadler, H. DuRocher, and L.W. Faubion increased to twenty veterans by the date of the permanent charter. The new members were L.G. Catlin, E. James, W.W. Culp, J.V. Cochran and M. DeFussi. Initially, members met in their homes and in available business offices. The first true clubhouse was a rental property on Beverly Boulevard, which is now Sunset Boulevard, was obtained during the tenure of the third post commander, R.L. Stadler, who served in 1930-1931. During the 1940s, Post 283 purchased as a clubhouse a building on the site now occupied by the Sav-On Drug Store. The present clubhouse was occupied on Oct. 12, 1966. Throughout its 75-year history, Post 283 has continually participated in community improvement projects, youth programs and a strong veteran service program. In all these activities, our Auxiliary Unit 283, to whom we are greatly and deeply grateful, has supported us ably and fully. Together we work toward to the future with pride and confidence. For 72 years, the Auxiliary -- chartered in February 1931 -- has cooperated unselfishly and is committed to its members and is devoted to all our programs.

11/04/2026

Did you know we meet the first Wednesday of every month for Coffee and Conversation? We usually start around 9sh and catch up. We will see you soon.

11/03/2026

Voting is an important part of our civic responsibility and a tradition The American Legion proudly supports through its nonpartisan Get Out the Vote program.

As Americans head to the polls today, we're reminded that civic participation is one of the many ways we help strengthen our communities and our nation.

Need to find your polling place or check voting hours? Visit https://www.usa.gov/find-polling-place

10/30/2026

Halloween will be full surprises. See you at the post.

10/30/2026

Getting ready for the mosh pit. 🤘🏽

10/30/2026

Happening now and about to be in the books, lounge night. Thanks Chaplain ST Williams and Palisades Dolphin Strong.

10/29/2026

Checking up on our legionnaires !! See you on Halloween 🎃 #

10/21/2026

🇺🇸 HONORING THOSE WHO SERVED | VETERANS DAY 2026 🇺🇸

I’m deeply honored to have been invited to return to my alma mater, Pepperdine University, as the guest speaker for its Veterans Day celebration on November 11.

As a Marine Corps veteran and Past Commander of American Legion Post 283, this opportunity is especially meaningful.

I want to express my sincere gratitude to Past Commander Jim Cragg whose leadership and dedication to our veterans and community have meant so much to me personally.

I’m equally proud to support our current Commander, Steve Travali as he leads Post 283 into its next chapter. Our Post’s strength has always come from veterans working together, supporting one another, and putting service above self.

The American Legion has given me lifelong friendships, a renewed sense of purpose, and the privilege of serving alongside some extraordinary Americans.

While I may be the one standing at the podium, I carry with me the spirit of every veteran who has served alongside me at Post 283.

Thank you to Pepperdine University for this wonderful invitation and to my American Legion family for the continued friendship, encouragement, and support.

🇺🇸 Our service doesn’t end when we take off the uniform.

📅 Wednesday, November 11, 2026 | 12:30 PM
📍 Pepperdine University, Malibu Campus

🔗 Event details and registration link below.

10/16/2026

Every second counted as we descended through thick clouds, fuel running dangerously low. The runway was a mirage, then a clearing. Heart pounding, I pulled the plane down, tires screaming, and stopped just in time. The tower's words hit hard: 'We didn't think you were gonna make it.' Neither did I.

10/15/2026

TONIGHT!!
🇺🇸 **Living History: Citizen-Soldier**

Join the Sons of the American Legion Squadron 283 for an evening with **Colonel Christopher “Chris” Dougherty, USAF (Ret.)**, presenting **“Citizen-Soldier: a California Guardsman’s perspective.”**

A retired commander of the **146th Airlift Wing—the “Hollywood Guard”—**Col. Dougherty served for 33 years, flying more than **580 combat missions across 12 deployments**. He also helped lead California’s aerial firefighting efforts as a C-130 pilot and commander, protecting communities through some of the state’s most demanding wildfire years.

Today, he flies the Boeing 787 for United Airlines. Join us to hear his firsthand perspective on military service, leadership, and answering the call at home and overseas.

📅 **Thursday, October 15, 2026**
🍸 Social hour: **5:30 PM**
🎤 Presentation: **6:30 PM**
🍽️ Dinner: **7:15 PM**
🎟️ **$10 cover charge — includes dinner**
📍 **American Legion Palisades Post 283**
15247 La Cruz Drive, Pacific Palisades

Bring a friend for an evening of stories, conversation, and camaraderie!

**Register here:**
https://www.alpost283.com/events #!event/2026/10/15/sons-general-membership-meeting-dinner-living-history

Address

15247 La Cruz Drive
Pacific Palisades, CA
90272

Telephone

(310) 454-0527

Website

https://post283.com/

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