ABOUT US
Established in Haymarket, Virginia, on 17 September 2005, American Legion Post 1799 is located in the 16th District of the American Legion, Department of Virginia. America's military veterans in the greater Haymarket area have joined together to support our community and demonstrate veterans still serve the Nation. We invite American men and women military veterans to contact us regarding membership.
The American Legion was chartered and incorporated by Congress in 1919 as a patriotic veterans organization devoted to mutual helpfulness. It is the nation’s largest veterans service organization, committed to mentoring and sponsorship of youth programs in our communities, advocating patriotism and honor, promoting a strong national security, and continued devotion to our fellow servicemembers and veterans.
Our Post holds quarterly general membership meetings at the Haymarket Town Hall and monthly Post Executive Committee meetings at 14400 Slatemore Court, Haymarket, Virginia. All meetings are open to the membership. The Post's operations are guided by the annual Post Calendar. Our Post Commander leads the Post through staff planning and membership input, combined with American Legion national, department, and district guidance. While we are a local Post, we contribute to the American Legion national effort. A young post, we provide a wide selection of community support activities and we remain open to expanding our activities to meet membership expectations.
We hold annual elections to ensure our membership retain control of their Post. All members determine their level of participation - however - all members have unique talents and experiences to contribute to make their Post and community better.
Post Commander: Susan Karnecki
Post 1st Vice Commander: Harry Shablom
Post 2nd Vice Commander: Mike Johnson
Post Adjutant: Bob Wyman
Post Sargeant-At-Arms: John Schortemeyer
Post Finance Officer: Jim Hannon
Post Chaplain: Jim Wright
Post JAG: Mike High
Post Historian: Bud Cunnally
Post Public Affairs Officer: Brenda Bess
Assistant Adjutant: Jim Wright
Membership Committee Chair: Harry Shablom
Webmaster: Bob Wyman
Area Service Officer: Steve Botello
Our Haymarket Post was numbered "1799" to commemorate the year the town of Haymarket was charted.
Steve Botello is our supporting Service Officer. While supporting other Posts, Steve has generously offered his assistance. Legionnaires can contact Steve directly at (703) 659-0849 or email him at SO7589@verizon.net.
Robert White, Claims Agent, Virginia Department of Veterans Services, is also available to assist veterans with benefits questions. Bob can be contacted at (703) 359-1210 or robert.white@dvs.virginia.gov
