Our Mission
Inspiring Alabama Veterans to Continue Serving
The American Legion SSG Michael W. Hosey Post 205, Clay-Trussville, is a chartered Post in the American Legion and exists to enhance the well-being of our Clay-Trussville area veterans, their families, our military, and our communities by our devotion to mutual helpfulness. Post 205 follows the American Legion's vision statement "The American Legion: BE THE ONE." Post 205’s value principles are those established by the American Legion.
Our Principles
A VETERAN IS A VETERAN
embracing all current and former members of the military and endeavoring to help them transition into their communities.
SELFLESS SERVICE
celebrating all who contribute to something larger than themselves and inspiring others to serve and strengthen America.
AMERICAN VALUES AND PATRIOTISM
advocating for upholding and defending the United States Constitution, equal justice and opportunity for everyone and discrimination against no one, youth education, responsible citizenship and honoring military service by observing and participating in memorial events.
FAMILY AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
meeting the unique needs of our local communities.
ADVANCING THE VISION
educating, mentoring and leading new generations of Americans.
HONOR THOSE WHO CAME BEFORE US
paying perpetual respect for all past military sacrifices to ensure they are never forgotten by new generations.
The American Legion's motto is "BE THE ONE."
We, the members of The American Legion SSG Michael W. Hosey Post 205, Clay-Trussville, and its family components, invite you to participate in working with us as we further the principles stated above.
