HERE TO SERVE

Veterans Supporting Veterans. Community Supporting Community.

William Chandler Peterson American Legion Post 171 proudly serves veterans, military families, and the Crystal Lake community through service, advocacy, and fellowship.

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Veteran Support

Connecting veterans and their families with benefits, healthcare, mental health services and community resources.

HOW WE SERVE

Community Service

Honoring those who served through remembrance, outreach and local community initiatives.

Membership & Fellowship

Building lasting connections through camaraderie, service and shared experiences.

Upcoming Events

Join us for veteran fellowship, community gatherings, commemorative ceremonies and special events throughout the year.

Events
Friday Coffee
Nov 6
Friday Coffee

Join us every Friday morning for coffee at The Other Side Cafe downtown Crystal Lake 8am until the last veteran leaves...

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Monthly Meeting
Nov 10
Monthly Meeting

Veterans & Service Members — You’re Invited!

Join American Legion Post 171 for our monthly meeting, meet fellow veterans, and get involved in serving our community.

Who can join?
Membership is open to veterans and current military members who have served at least one day of federal active duty since December 7, 1941, and meet The American Legion’s discharge requirements. Eligible National Guard and Reserve members are welcome too.

Not sure if you qualify? Come see us — we’d be happy to help!

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Coffee Connect
Nov 12
Coffee Connect

Join Blue Star Families, American Legion Post 171 and Veterans Network Association every 2nd Thursday of the month.

Active military, Veterans, First Responders and families are welcome!

For more information contact Bob Dorn - rdorn3@outlook.com or Cris Boston - veteransnetworkassc@gmail.com

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Friday Coffee
Nov 13
Friday Coffee

Join us every Friday morning for coffee at The Other Side Cafe downtown Crystal Lake 8am until the last veteran leaves...

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Friday Coffee
Nov 20
Friday Coffee

Join us every Friday morning for coffee at The Other Side Cafe downtown Crystal Lake 8am until the last veteran leaves...

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Friday Coffee
Nov 27
Friday Coffee

Join us every Friday morning for coffee at The Other Side Cafe downtown Crystal Lake 8am until the last veteran leaves...

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Friday Coffee
Dec 4
Friday Coffee

Join us every Friday morning for coffee at The Other Side Cafe downtown Crystal Lake 8am until the last veteran leaves...

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Monthly Meeting
Dec 8
Monthly Meeting

Veterans & Service Members — You’re Invited!

Join American Legion Post 171 for our monthly meeting, meet fellow veterans, and get involved in serving our community.

Who can join?
Membership is open to veterans and current military members who have served at least one day of federal active duty since December 7, 1941, and meet The American Legion’s discharge requirements. Eligible National Guard and Reserve members are welcome too.

Not sure if you qualify? Come see us — we’d be happy to help!

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CONTINUE YOUR SERVICE WITH POST 171

Whether you're looking for camaraderie, opportunities to give back, or a connection with fellow veterans, there's a place for you at Post 171.

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“Through Lieutenant Peterson’s death Crystal Lake has lost one of its noblest sons, America one of its true heroes, and the Peterson family a jewel that can never be replaced.”

— Lieutenant Conrad Berg, close childhood friend of Chandler Peterson

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