American Legion Post #508

Griswold, Iowa

The American Legion sponsors many annual events in Griswold.

Easter Egg Hunt

Memorial Day Ceremony

Annual Soldiers Reunion

Reunion Queen Contest

Griswold Community Schools Staff Appreciation Supper
In addition to the above sponsored events, the Legion also sponsors 4 boys to attend Boys State at Camp Dodge each summer and Legion Baseball with boys ranging in age from 8 to 14 years old.

The American Legion proudly awards a Senior from the Griswold Community Schools with a scholarship to aide in furthering their education each year.
Annual Veterans Memorial Services
Annual Veterans Memorial Services were held Monday, May 31st at the Griswold Cemetery.
A large crowd was on hand for the event sponsored each year by the American Legion Post #508, Griswold Ministerial Association and the Griswold Cemetery Board. The service began with the color guard presenting the colors and the playing of our National Anthem. Commander, Lee Wyman welcomed the group to the services followed by an address by Dr. Lou Hall. Dr. Hall commemorated all veterans. He honored those that gave the ultimate sacrifice, as well as those proudly serving our country today protecting our freedoms as Americans. The service concluded with Legion Chaplain Neil Potter giving the closing prayer, a military gun salute, and the playing of taps by Melanie Bierbaum and Jodie Speck.