Dodge City, Kansas – Honoring Veterans, Promoting Patriotism, Serving Our Community
Promoting Patriotism, Citizenship, and Respect for Our Nation’s Heritage
Americanism is one of the Four Pillars of The American Legion. Through education, remembrance, youth leadership, public service, and community participation, Charles Earnest Scott American Legion Post 47 works to strengthen responsible citizenship and preserve the values represented by the United States flag and Constitution.
Americanism is more than displaying the flag or attending a patriotic ceremony. It includes understanding our nation’s history, respecting the Constitution, participating responsibly in civic life, and remembering the sacrifices made to protect our freedoms.
Post 47 promotes these values by working with veterans, students, schools, families, civic organizations, and community partners throughout Dodge City and Ford County.
Teaching respect for the United States flag.
Post 47 offers educational presentations covering flag history, proper display, respectful handling, etiquette, and retirement procedures for schools and community organizations.
Request a PresentationBuilding constitutional knowledge and public-speaking skills.
The American Legion National High School Oratorical Contest gives eligible students opportunities to study the Constitution, develop confidence, and compete for scholarship awards.
Learn MoreEncouraging patriotic reflection through student writing.
Sponsored through American Legion Auxiliary Unit 47, this annual contest invites students in grades 3 through 12, including students with special needs, to write about a national patriotic theme.
Learn MoreTeaching remembrance through art.
The American Legion Auxiliary Poppy Poster Contest helps students learn about the meaning of the red poppy and the importance of remembering those who served and sacrificed.
Learn MoreDeveloping leadership and civic responsibility.
Post 47 sponsors qualified students to participate in Kansas Boys State, where they gain hands-on experience in government, citizenship, leadership, and public service.
Request InformationSupporting educational opportunity.
Post 47 offers a local scholarship opportunity for eligible veterans and descendants of veterans pursuing education at a college, university, or trade school.
Learn MoreRecognizing leadership, citizenship, and service.
Post 47 supports the Dodge City High School Air Force Junior ROTC program and recognizes cadets who demonstrate character, responsibility, leadership, and community involvement.
Contact Post 47Remembering and honoring America’s veterans.
Each year, Post 47 supports Wreaths Across America and helps ensure that veterans are remembered through wreath-laying ceremonies and public education.
View Upcoming EventsHonoring exceptional service to veterans and the community.
The American Legion recognizes veteran-friendly employers, employment representatives, firefighters, law enforcement officers, and organizations that improve the lives of people with disabilities.
View AwardsPost 47 welcomes opportunities to provide Flag Education presentations for schools, classrooms, youth groups, civic organizations, and community events.
Presentations may include:
To request a presentation, contact the Post 47 Second Vice Commander:
Teachers, administrators, parents, students, and youth leaders are encouraged to contact Post 47 to learn more about patriotic education, contests, scholarships, presentations, leadership programs, and community-service opportunities.
“Through education, remembrance, and service, we help future generations understand the freedoms they inherit and the responsibilities that come with them.”
