American Legion Post 284

06/01/2026

05/26/2026

With The American Legion National Headquarters – I just got recognized as one of their top fans! 🎉

05/25/2026

Thank you to Wayne Covil - WTVR CBS 6 for the outstanding coverage of the City of Colonial Heights Memorial Day Ceremony.
Today and everyday, we remember our fallen who fought for our freedom.
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A Memorial Day ceremony in Colonial Heights brought together soldiers, veterans and Gold Star families to remember those who gave their lives in service to the United States.

05/25/2026

Along with VFW Post 2239, we are commemorating lost friends, family, and comrades on this Memorial Day. Colonial Heights Major T. Gregory Kochuba declares it Memorial Day in Colonial Heights.

05/24/2026

📣Memorial Day Ceremony will take place at Post 284, 10:00 AM.

Memorial Day Ceremony AnnouncementMonday, May 25, 2026 at 10:00amThe Memorial Day Ceremony, hosted by the American Legion, will now be held at the American Legion Post 284 located at 505 Springdale Av

05/14/2026

Once again (for the third time since 2001), the Post newsletter--News and Views--has won first place (Large Post, 750+ members) in the annual American Legion Media and Communications Contest. The Department of Virginia's quarterly newsletter, Virginia Legionnaire, was awarded an Honorable Mention in the competition. Dick Cole of our Post does both products.

The American Legion is proud to announced the winners of the 2026 Media & Communications Contest. The annual contest recognizes the great work members of The American Legion, Sons of The American Legion, Legion Riders and Auxiliary do at the post, district and department level to positively promote....

05/11/2026

Post 284’s Be the One 5K and American Legion Family Day was recognized by The American Legion National Headquarters. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

05/10/2026

🇺🇸 The American Legion: So Much More Than You Think 🇺🇸

Many see the American Legion as just a place for Veterans to grab a drink. The reality? We're one of America's most powerful VETERANS SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS! 💪

Our mission isn't social—it's SERVICE:
• Advocating for veterans' healthcare and benefits 🏥
• Supporting military families in need ❤️
• Providing college scholarships for our youth 🎓
• Honoring fallen heroes with dignity and respect 🇺🇸
• Fighting for legislation that protects those who served ⚖️

Yes, our posts have social quarters where Veterans find camaraderie, but that's just a small part of our century-long commitment to Veterans, families, and communities.

The next time you pass by your local post, remember: We're not a bar—we're veterans continuing our mission to serve America. 🦅