Honor Guard

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In 2000, Congress legislated that, upon request of the next of kin, all eligible veterans must receive military funeral honors when they pass on.  The legislation also encourages Veterans Service Organizations, including the American Legion, to augment the active duty funeral detail as an authorized provider with honor guard, bugler, and/or rifle team.  The American Legion Honor Guard of Huntsville/Madison is a proud representative of this most hallowed event. The Legion’s dignified participation reflects the professionalism of our own service to the nation, and leaves a lasting impression of pride and support for the veterans family, friends and a grateful nation.  Our veterans, no matter their age, branch of service, or length of service are due a dignified, honorable, and worthy memorial at the time of their passing. It is the purpose of our Honor Guard to provide that service. Membership in the American Legion is not required to receive funeral honors.

The volunteer members of our Honor Guard support funerals and memorial services in Madison, Jackson, Morgan, and Marshall counties in Alabama and Lincoln and Giles counties in Tennessee. The type of military honors we may provide include flag folding and presentation to next of kin, playing of Taps, service flag honors, and rifle volley when requested.

The American Legion Honor Guard volunteers are not compensated and the services are free.