Dodge City, Kansas – Honoring Veterans, Promoting Patriotism, Serving Our Community
Charles Earnest Scott American Legion Post 47 honors the legacy of local military service while supporting veterans, strengthening families, encouraging patriotism, and serving the Dodge City community.
Post 47 is part of The American Legion, a nationwide organization of veterans committed to mutual support, continued service, responsible citizenship, and care for the generations that follow.
Our members share a common bond of military service. Through Post activities, veterans continue serving by assisting fellow veterans, honoring the fallen, supporting military families, mentoring young people, promoting respect for the American flag, and participating in civic and patriotic events throughout Dodge City and Ford County.
Charles Earnest Scott was a Ford County serviceman whose life and military service became part of the enduring history of the Dodge City area during World War I.
Local historical records identify Scott and his close friend Howard Gotschall as two men from Ford, Kansas, who served during World War I. When local veterans later organized their service organizations, the Dodge City American Legion Post was named in honor of Charles Earnest Scott, while Dodge City VFW Post 1714 was named in honor of Howard Gotschall.
The two organizations continue to preserve the memory of these local servicemen through veterans’ advocacy, military honors, patriotic ceremonies, and service to the community.
Named in honor of Charles Earnest Scott, a Ford County serviceman who gave his life during World War I. Post 47 proudly continues his legacy through service to veterans, patriotism, and community involvement.
Our mission is to uphold the values and purposes of The American Legion through service to veterans, support for national security, the promotion of Americanism, and advocacy for children and youth.
These responsibilities are commonly organized under the Four Pillars of The American Legion.
We support veterans and their families in accessing the care, benefits, recognition, and assistance they have earned.
We support a strong national defense and stand behind those who currently serve in the United States Armed Forces.
We encourage responsible citizenship, respect for the Constitution, appreciation of military service, and love of country.
We work to help children grow in safe, healthy, and supportive homes and communities.
Post 47 strives to remain a dependable home for veterans and a visible community partner. Our work includes patriotic ceremonies, military honors, membership activities, youth programs, community events, fundraising, and assistance for veterans and families in need.
Through fellowship and continued service, Post 47 helps preserve the stories of those who served before us while creating opportunities for today’s veterans to remain connected, involved, and supported.
Veterans, military families, community partners, and supporters all have a role in preserving the legacy of service. Whether you are interested in membership, volunteering, attending an event, supporting a program, or learning more about Post 47, we welcome your involvement.
The history presented on this page is based on local government records, American Legion resources, and continuing research into Ford County’s World War I servicemen.
"Charles Earnest Scott American Legion Post 47 remains dedicated to honoring the sacrifices of those who came before us while continuing a proud tradition of service to veterans, their families, and the Dodge City community."
For God and Country
Continuing the legacy of Charles Earnest Scott through service, patriotism, and community leadership.