A cornerstone in Jewett City.
The American Legion is a veterans' organization devoted to mutual helpfulness. We are committed to mentoring and sponsoring youth programs, advocating patriotism and honor, promoting strong national security, and devotion to our fellow service members and veterans.
In 1978 the American Legion purchased the building at 7 South Main Street, which was previously a polish market. Over time, the legion fell into disrepair and was forced to close in 1993. But, in 1995 a dedicated group of legion members led by William J. Czmyr Jr. reopened the post with a refreshed vision and commitment to its legacy.
In 2003, the next chapter of Post 15 began with the incorporation of The American Legion Veterans Housing Inc. - a progressive residential model to provide housing to homeless veterans. After a decade of fundraising, and construction, The American Legion Veterans Housing Inc opened in 2012.
The facility provides 18 once-homeless veterans the opportunity to live in individual, two-room furnished apartments in a building attached to the post. They have access to medical care, shopping, and a public library.
Honoring the legacy of William J. Czmyr Jr.
In Memory
Orville
La Flamme
In 1920, the name of the post was changed to Orville La Flamme Post No. 15 to honor La Flamme who was killed in France in July 1919 during the fighting at Chateau Thierry.
Stanley Michael Kusek
In 1945 it was voted to again change the Post’s name to the La Flamme-Kusek Post No. 15 in honor of Stanley Michael Kusek, the first man from Griswold to be killed in World War II.
William John Czmyr Jr.
In 2024, the name of the post was changed to La Flamme-Kusek-Czmyr Post No. 15, Inc. in honor of William Czmyr Jr., veteran and longtime legionnaire. He advocated for permanent housing for homeless veterans, and was instrumental for The American Legion Post 15 Veterans Housing Project.