American Legion Post 8 Welch, WV

American Legion Post 8 Welch, WV We honor service, promote patriotism, and work to support veterans, active-duty military, and their families right here at home.

American Legion Post 8 – Welch, WV�Proudly serving McDowell County veterans, families, and community. 🇺🇸
Post 8 is a gathering place for those who have served our nation in uniform, continuing the mission of the American Legion: veterans strengthening A This is the OFFICIAL page of The American Legion Post 8 in Welch, WV

Home to the U.S.A.'s longest running Veteran's Day Parade

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ost 8 – Welch, WV�Proudly serving McDowell County veterans, families, and community. 🇺🇸
Post 8 is a gathering place for those who have served our nation in uniform, continuing the mission of the American Legion: veterans strengthening America. Through community events and fellowship, we strive to keep the spirit of service alive. From youth outreach to honoring our fallen heroes, Post 8 stands as a pillar of tradition, respect, and commitment to country.

📍 Located in Welch, WV – at the heart of McDowell County.�
🤝 Open to all eligible veterans who wish to join our brotherhood and sisterhood of service.

Photo from the 1964 Veteran’s Day Parade.This is at the corner where Ginger’s Gift Shop now is.
11/12/2025

Photo from the 1964 Veteran’s Day Parade.

This is at the corner where Ginger’s Gift Shop now is.

Community and remembrance continued throughout the day following the parade.We honored our friend, Frank Cooley, who is ...
11/12/2025

Community and remembrance continued throughout the day following the parade.

We honored our friend, Frank Cooley, who is dearly missed.

11/10/2025

Proclamation by Mayor Harold McBride for the 107th Annual Veterans Day Parade

On Friday, some members of the post visited Bluefield Primary School. The students all shook their hands and thanked th...
11/10/2025

On Friday, some members of the post visited Bluefield Primary School. The students all shook their hands and thanked them for their service.

THIS is what tomorrow is ALL about!

Come out, enjoy the parade, and teach the next generation patriotism and love of country!

Watch the video with the Mayor and Parade Chairman Jason Sorah.
11/04/2025

Watch the video with the Mayor and Parade Chairman Jason Sorah.

On this Sunday’s edition of In Focus we get all the details on the longest continuous Veterans Day parade in the country.

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150 McDowell Street
Welch, WV
24801

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