American Legion Post 13 Valdosta GA INC.

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American Legion Post 13 Valdosta GA INC. The American Legion Post 13, a place for Vets & Active Duty and their families. Valdosta established Post 13 in 1919 with 15 charter members.

The American Legion was established in 1919 by an Act of Congress to take care of American War Veterans and their families. This Post was the thirteenth to be established in Georgia. The current red brick building with its classical pediment front porch and dormers was constructed in 1931 and continues to serve as a Legion Post Home today. American Legion Membership qualifications now include ALL Honorably served Veterans of all five US Military Branches. We have a Sons of The American Legion Squadron, an American Legion Auxiliary Unit and an American legion Riders Chapter.

American Legion Post 13 Valdosta GA's Veterans Day Celebration
10/27/2026

American Legion Post 13 Valdosta GA's Veterans Day Celebration

Today, as previously noted, the Squadron 13 Sons of The American Legion Valdosta hosted our monthly Breakfast. Bacon, Sa...
09/19/2026

Today, as previously noted, the Squadron 13 Sons of The American Legion Valdosta hosted our monthly Breakfast.
Bacon, Sausage, Scrambled Eggs, Biscuits, Fruit, Juices and of course Coffee on the menu; Friendships and Comradeship also.

We hope to see folks next Month, October 17th starting around 0800.

09/19/2026
09/16/2026

Squadron 13 Sons of the American Legion will again host a FREE pancake & egg breakfast this upcoming Saturday, September 19th starting at 0800. All friends are welcome to attend regardless of Membership or Service; donations to our endeavor is MORE than welcome!

1301 Williams Street
Valdosta GA 31601
United States

Our monthly Sons of the American Legion breakfast. It is usually on the third Saturday of the month. Breakfast is free, ...
08/17/2026

Our monthly Sons of the American Legion breakfast. It is usually on the third Saturday of the month. Breakfast is free, but donations accepted. You should check the Post 13 Newsletter because the Saturday time could change due to other post requirements or activities. Serving time is 0800 to around 1000 hrs.

07/29/2026

As a reminder, per the Post 13 Valdosta GA Constitution Article III Section 2:

“The American Legion shall be absolutely non-political and shall not be used for the dissemination of partisan principles or for the promotion of the candidacy of any person seeking public office or preferment.”

This means come enjoy our Fellowship and Comraderacy but this our Constitution and Bylaws applies to ALL on the Property; Members, Officers and Guests.

On 06/25/26, Hospice of South Georgia staff and members of American Legion Post 13 had the privilege to honor the servic...
07/07/2026

On 06/25/26, Hospice of South Georgia staff and members of American Legion Post 13 had the privilege to honor the service of Mr. Hinton Nelms, Jr. as part of the We Honor Veteran’s program, a national initiative to recognize military veterans.
Mr. Nelms answered his Nation’s call in 1971 and within his specialized field of Explosive Ordnance Disposal enabled strategic and tactical operations across the globe from the Vietnam War to the Gulf and throughout the Cold War. Mr. Nelms provided mentorship to his troops and direction for various units he led as a senior leader in the Armed Forces. Mr. Nelms concluded his 26 years of service in the US Army as a Chief Warrant Officer, a CW 3. He went on to serve in other capacities for many years in civil service.
Mr. and Mrs. Nelms recently celebrated 50 years of marriage.
We thank Mr. Nelms and his family in their service to the values of the United States of America. On behalf of a grateful nation and from your team at Hospice of South Georgia and our friends at American Legion Post 13."
HOSG staff:
Stan House, RN Case manager
Robert Parker, hospice chaplain
Sherry Tierney, LMSW
Photo credits: Paran Holloway, MS
American Legion Post 13 (Valdosta)
Keith Knowlton ALR Treasurer
Bill Roberts Legionnaire

SAL Breakfast at the Post. Nice turnout. I've included a picture of the Post cat. At least he hung around all morning.
06/29/2026

SAL Breakfast at the Post. Nice turnout. I've included a picture of the Post cat. At least he hung around all morning.

On 06/02/26, Hospice of South Georgia (HOSG) and members of American Legion Post 13, had the privilege to honor the serv...
06/17/2026

On 06/02/26, Hospice of South Georgia (HOSG) and members of American Legion Post 13, had the privilege to honor the service of Mr. James Fugghett as part of the nationwide We Honor Veterans program.
Mr. Fugghett achieved the rank of Specialist while serving in the US Army from 1973 to 1979. Mr. Fugghett joined the US Army from Valdosta, GA and traveled the world during his 6 years of service in the field of logistics. Mr. Fugghett was stationed in S. Korea, Washington state, Virginia and Kentucky. Mr. Fugghett said his duties included “whatever was needed," a statement which reflects his willingness to fulfill any mission the US Army required of him. Mr. Fugghett supported critical missions during the Vietnam War Era and honorably fulfilled his duties in support of American Values.
On behalf of a grateful country and from your team at HOSG and friends at American Legion Post 13, we thank you.
Sherry Tierney of Hospice of South Georgia presented a Certificate to Mr. Fugghett, pinned an American Flag Pin on his shirt and had his wife sign his name to the Veterans Flag that is kept at the hospice.
ALR Treasurer Keith Knowlton presented a certificate of Honor to Mr. Fugghett thanking him for his service to God and Country and thanking his family for their service. Post 13 Commander Steve Blanton presented an American Legion Challenge Coin to Mr. Fugghett as a thank you from the men and women of the American Legion. Sgt at Arms Ron Lowery presented a coin depicting the hand salute, a star from a retired American Flag saying you will not be forgotten. Ron then led them all in a veteran-to-veteran hand salute honoring Mr. Fugghett. Junior Vice Commander RD Martin was present at the ceremony.
His wife Andrea Fugghett and several young family members attended the ceremony.
Hospice of South Georgia Staff Shawn Valdez, RN; Chaplain Robert Parker and Sherry Tierney, LMSW were in attendance.
Thanks to Hospice of South Georgia for all they so for our veterans.

Address

1301 Williams Street
Valdosta, GA
31601

Opening Hours

Thursday 5pm - 9pm
Friday 6pm - 10pm
Saturday 6pm - 10pm

Telephone

(229) 242-7616

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