The Polish Legion of American Veterans is the largest and only Congressionally chartered organization of American Veterans of Polish ancestry in the United States.

After World War I, groups of American Veterans of Polish descent banded together. They organized the Alliance of American Veterans of Polish descent in Illinois, Wisconsin, Ohio and Michigan and the Polish Legion of the American Army in New York.  In September of 1931 at Cleveland, Ohio, these organizations united into one veterans organization called the Polish Legion of American Veterans.

During the American Revolution, the gallant General Casmir Pulaski organized a calvary group which was called "Pulaski's Legion" or the "Polish Legion."  During the Civil War, General Wladmir Krzyzanowski commanded the 58th New York Infantry Regiment which was called the "Polish Legion."  Both fought and made the supreme sacrifice for America, the America worth fighting for, and we carry on their traditions and honor their memory.

1. To band together.
2. To preserve the Polish customs and traditions of our forefathers.
3. To remind all Americans of the contributions of Americans of Polish descent to our great country.
4. To provide service to Polish-American Veterans and their dependents.
5. To instill into our American life the many noble Polish characteristics.
6. Fun --in addition to all work done by the Polish Legion of American Veterans, the National and State conventions provide much merry entertainment for all PLAVIANS.  There are also many sporting events held, such as: bowling, baseball, golfing, etc., with awards presented to the winners.  Membership in the Polish Legion of American Veterans brings you into contact with other PLAVIANS in many States.  Wherever you are, your Polish Legion of American Veterans membership card brings you real Polish hospitality at any Post you visit.
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• Post 55 - Salem Massachusetts

• Post 56 - Lynn Massachusetts

• Post 63 - Peabody Massachusetts

  Returning Peabody, MA WWII Veterans with assistance of St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Church clergy, formed an organization of Polish veterans, chartered as the Walter Dombrowski, Post #63, Peabody, Massachusetts.  During the years following the Korean conflict the Post flourished.  The Post with its Auxiliary, became an important part of the Saint Joseph's Church Parish life.  Providing the manpower and labor force responding to the community's needs.  During the Vietnam era, the Post suffered from a dwindling membership and ceased to function.  In 1984, with the help of Walter Blazewicz, the Post was resurrected, again with the help of the Roman Catholic clergy, and applied for reinstatement.  The 'new' charter was granted November 4, 1984.  Monthly meetings are held on the 3rd Thursday of the month, 7:00p, at the VFW Hall on 20 Stevens Street, Peabody, MA.

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  Post Commander:
  • Ferdinand Thomas Jr.
  Auxiliary President:
  • Anne Blazewicz
  Sr. Vice Commander:

Past Post Commanders:

• Frederick Flood 1984 - 1986 *
• Carol Ann Flood 1986 - 1988
• Ferdinand Thomas Sr. 1988 - 1992 *
• Christopher Early 1992 - 1993
• Peter Pavenski 1993 - 1994
• Edward "Buzzy" Surman 1994 - 1996 *

• The uniform consists of grey slacks, white shirt, with RED tie, blue blazer and PLAV overseas cap.  The alternate uniform consists of PLAV Blues with white shirt, black tie, and the Ike jacket.  The wearing of casual civilian clothes with the PLAV overseas cap at Post meetings is considered being in uniform.

• January 21, 2010, Thursday 7:00p, PLAV Post 63 monthly meeting at the VFW Hall, 20 Stevens Street, Peabody, MA

• February 18, 2010, Thursday 7:00p, PLAV Post 63 monthly meeting at the VFW Hall, 20 Stevens Street, Peabody, MA

• March 18, 2010, Thursday 7:00p, PLAV Post 63 monthly meeting at the VFW Hall, 20 Stevens Street, Peabody, MA

• April 22, 2010, Thursday 7:00p, PLAV Post 63 monthly meeting at the VFW Hall, 20 Stevens Street, Peabody, MA

• May 20, 2010, Thursday 7:00p, PLAV Post 63 monthly meeting at the VFW Hall, 20 Stevens Street, Peabody, MA

• Post 92 - Ipswich Massachusetts
• Post 193 - Springfield Massachusetts

You don't have to be Polish to belong to this fine organization.

Any Honorably Discharged American Citizen, male or female, who served in the Armed forces of the United States or in its Auxiliary units after May 9, 1916 to the present.

Any American Citizen who served in the Armed Forces of our Allies between April 6, 1917 and May 7, 1975, and whose service is documented by an Honorable Discharge or Honorable Release from duty provided by the Allied Forces in which he or she served.

Any person who was not a citizen of the United States at the time of service in the Armed Forces of our Allies between April 6, 1917 and May 7, 1975, and whose service is documented by an Honorable Discharge or Honorable Release from duty provided by the Allied Forces in which he or she served, and are now citizens of the United States.

Any American Citizen who served in the Merchant Marines or were Civil Service Crew-members of the United States Army or Navy Transportation Service or Department of Defense between December 7, 1941 and August 15, 1945 and has been granted an Honorable Discharge (DD-214) provided by the United States Coast Guard, United States Army or United States Navy.

Any American Citizen who is currently serving in the Armed Forces of the United States.

Any American Citizen who is currently serving in the National Guard or Reserves or has completed one term and received an Honorable Discharge.

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