Keith Masterson
Purpose: The second vice commander is typically responsible for building an atmosphere in which Legionnaires have fun while accomplishing the mission of their American Legion post.
The commander depends on the second vice commander to help run operations to spice up meetings and attract members to the post. The social calendar should be filled months in advance with activities designed to engage members and enhance operations and programs that assist the first vice commander with membership retention.
Contact other veterans and civic groups in your community to explore opportunities to participate in patriotic or public events that both can mutually celebrate.