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ABOUT THE AMERICAN LEGION IN THAILAND
MISSION
The mission of Brigadier General Robin Olds Post TH01 is to honor service, strengthen camaraderie, and continue the proud tradition of American veterans serving others.
We are committed to supporting veterans, service members, and their families; preserving the principles and values for which we served; and providing fellowship, assistance, advocacy, and a lasting connection to the veteran community for Americans living in Thailand.
Through service, leadership, and community engagement, Post TH01 works to strengthen the bonds among veterans, support the communities in which we live, promote Americanism, preserve the legacy of those who served before us, and inspire future generations to understand the meaning of service and sacrifice.
Our Service Continues. Our Brotherhood Endures. Our Mission Remains.
VISION
Our vision is for Brigadier General Robin Olds Post TH01 to be recognized as a standard of excellence in veteran service, leadership, fellowship, and community engagement, providing American veterans in Thailand with a strong and enduring connection to the values, traditions, and brotherhood forged through military service.
We envision a Post where every veteran is welcomed, every member is valued, and service continues beyond the uniform. Through strong leadership, active membership, responsible stewardship, and meaningful engagement with our local community, Post TH01 will preserve the legacy of those who served before us while building a stronger organization for those who follow.
We strive to leave Post TH01 stronger than we found it—an organization defined by Honor, Service, Integrity, and Brotherhood, and a lasting home for American veterans in Thailand.
Serving Veterans. Strengthening Brotherhood. Building Our Legacy.
VALUES
Brigadier General Robin Olds Post TH01 is guided by the principles of Honor, Service, Integrity, Brotherhood, Respect, and Commitment. These values reflect our military heritage, our responsibility to fellow veterans, and our continued duty to the communities in which we live.
HONOR — We honor the service and sacrifice of all who have worn the uniform of the United States Armed Forces and preserve the memory of those who came before us.
SERVICE — We believe service does not end when the uniform comes off. We remain committed to serving veterans, their families, our fellow members, and our community.
INTEGRITY — We conduct ourselves with honesty, accountability, fairness, and transparency. We accept responsibility for our actions and place the interests of the Post and its members above personal interests.
BROTHERHOOD — We strengthen the bonds created through military service by fostering camaraderie, fellowship, mutual support, and a sense of belonging among veterans.
RESPECT — We treat every member, veteran, family member, guest, and community partner with dignity and professionalism. Differences of background, experience, and opinion will not diminish our commitment to one another.
COMMITMENT — We remain dedicated to the principles of The American Legion, the welfare of veterans, the preservation of American ideals, and the continued strength and success of Post TH01.
Together, these values define who we are, guide how we conduct ourselves, and establish the standard by which we serve.
Honor in Our Actions. Service in Our Purpose. Brotherhood in Our Strength.
THE AMERICAN LEGION
“THE AMERICAN LEGION, COMMONLY KNOWN AS THE LEGION, IS A NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION OF U.S. WAR VETERANS HEADQUARTERED IN INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA. IT IS MADE UP OF STATE, U.S. TERRITORY, AND OVERSEAS DEPARTMENTS, AND THESE ARE IN TURN MADE UP OF LOCAL POSTS. THE ORGANIZATION WAS FORMED ON MARCH 15, 1919, IN PARIS, FRANCE, BY A THOUSAND OFFICERS AND MEN OF THE AMERICAN EXPEDITIONARY FORCES (A.E.F.), AND IT WAS CHARTERED ON SEPTEMBER 16, 1919, BY THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS….”
THE AMERICAN LEGION AT UBON RATCHATHANI, THAILAND BE KNOWN AS BRIG. GEN. ROBIN OLDS POST NO. TH01
ON 16 MAY 2015, AN INITIAL GROUP OF US VETERANS MET AT THE LAI THONG HOTEL IN UBON RATCHATHANI, THAILAND WITH THE INTENT OF FORMING AN AMERICAN LEGION POST. THIS WAS A PERFECT CHOICE AS THE AMERICAN LEGION IS OPEN TO ALL US VETERANS. THE GROUP FORMED A COMMITTEE TO WRITE THE POST’S CONSTITUTION AND BY-LAWS. WE WERE HONORED TO RECEIVE OUR TEMPORARY CHARTER ON 20 OCTOBER 2015.
THE BRIGADIER GENERAL ROBIN OLDS POST NUMBER TH01 RECEIVED ITS PERMANENT CHARTER FROM THE AMERICAN LEGION NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS ON 31 JULY 2016. AND, AT THE TIME WAS THE FIRST, AND ONLY, AMERICAN LEGION POST IN SOUTHEAST ASIA. WE NOW HAVE MEMBERS ACROSS THE KINGDOM OF THAILAND.
OUR FOCUS IS TO SERVE THE NEEDS OF US VETERANS AND THEIR FAMILIES HERE IN THAILAND. IN ORDER TO DO THIS, WE HOLD AND CONDUCT MONTHLY MEETINGS TO ADDRESS ANY ISSUES FROM MEMBERS OR THOSE THAT HAVE REQUESTED HELP.
IT’S NOT ALL BUSINESS HOWEVER, OUR SOCIAL TIME IS CONDUCTED AT THE OUTDOOR RESTAURANT ONCE WE HAVE CONCLUDED ALL ISSUES BEFORE THE COMMITTEE. CAMARADERIE IS AN IMPORTANT PART OF WHAT WE DO AT THE AMERICAN LEGION, AND WE SCHEDULE FAMILY EVENTS WHENEVER WE HAVE AN EXCUSE TO DO SO, WHICH IS QUITE OFTEN, AS WE CELEBRATE THE THAI HOLIDAYS AS WELL AS THE US ONES.
OUR MONTHLY MEETINGS
OUR MONTHLY MEMBERSHIP MEETINGS ARE SCHEDULED FOR 10 A.M. BANGKOK TIME, EVERY 2ND WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH AT PEPPERS RESTAURANT & BAKERY.
WE ARE GRACIOUSLY HOSTED BY THE OWNER OF PEPPERS RESTAURANT WHO IS ALSO A MEMBER OF POST TH01. OUR MEETINGS ARE ALSO VIRTUALLY ACCESSIBLE VIA GOOGLE MEET FOR OUR MEMBERS TO PARTICIPATE BUT ARE UNABLE TO TRAVEL TO UBON RATCHATHANI.
OUR POST OFFICERS
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A VETERAN IS A VETERAN
We embrace all current and former members of the military and endeavors to help them transition into their communities.
SELFLESS SERVICE
We aim to contribute to something larger than ourselves and to inspire others to serve and strengthen America.
AMERICAN VALUES AND PATRIOTISM
We advocate for upholding and defending the United States Constitution, equal justice and opportunity for everyone and discrimination against no one, youth education, responsible citizenship and honoring military service by observing and participating in memorial events.
ADVANCING THE VISION
We educate, mentor, and lead new generations of Americans.
HONOR THOSE WHO CAME BEFORE US
– We pay perpetual respect for all past military sacrifices to ensure they are never forgotten by new generations.