I finally joint the American Legion a couple of years ago, but not affiliated with any post. My late maternal Grandfather was a charter member of the AL, having served in the trenches of France as an infantryman. My Grandmother was a charter member of the AL Auxillary, so I grew up with them. My Dad and Uncle were in the AL as well, but not as engaged.
I joined in memory of Grandpa Schulz.
I finally joint the American Legion a couple of years ago, but not affiliated with any post.I did that years ago, but eventually dropped my membership. There wasn't any meaning to it, so why continue. It was our local post's then Commander, and my mentor in the Kiwanis, who kept on me about "reupping". So, I did and have been happy ever since. I suggest you inquire into posts around you, and visit them. See what they have to offer. You may well find it very worthwhile.