MATTHEW BLOUNT POST 555
P E L H A M, A L A B A M A
Mission Statement
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The American Legion Matthew Blount Post 555 is dedicated to uphold the principles of God and the Constitution of the United States of America; To provide support to Veterans that have defended and served our country; To preserve the memory of those who made the ultimate sacrifice for freedom; To be a local entity initiating and supporting programs that benefit the community and its youth.
American Legion, Matthew Blount Post 555
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Working to promote citizenship and patriotism in our community
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PROVIDE support to Veterans
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PROMOTE programs that benefit the community and its youth
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Boys Scouts of America
Troop 404
Post 555 is a Charter Sponsor of Troop 404.
Matthew Blount Post 555 is the Charter Sponsor of Troop 404.
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Post 555 Scouting Coordinator is David Coram
The Troop Committee Chair is Chris Combs
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This page is currently under construction.
Contact Chris Combs at cncombs11@gmail.com for detail information.
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Scout Law
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A Scout is trustworthy, loyal,
helpful, friendly, courteous, kind,
obedient, cheerful, thrifty, brave,
clean, and reverent
Scout Oath
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On my honor I will do my best
to do my duty to God and my country
and to obey the Scout Law;
to help other people at all times;
to keep myself physically strong,
mentally awake, and morally straight.
Community Activity
Pelham Palooza
May 15, 2021
Pelham Palooza
May 21, 2022
Eagle Scout Project
Connor McDonald
June 12, 2022
During 2021-2022 Connor McDonald began his Eagle from a suggestion given by members of The American Legion Matthew Blount Post 555 to erect a Flag pole for the U.S. American Flag at the Pelham Senior Center located on Racquet Club Parkway. His project was completed in early 2022.
Troop 404
Troop 404 with members of Matthew Blount Post 555.
Members of Matthew Blount Post 555
Troop 404 Flag Retirement Ceremony
June 20, 2022
Additional Photos at: www.alpost555.smugmug.com/
American Legion Department of Alabama
Eagle Scout of the Year 2022-2023
Stephen Jackson Combs
Stephen Jackson Combs
Jeremy Blevins, Depart. BSA Director; Jackson Combs; Buddy Keen, Alabama Department Commander