Post 121 Elm Mott, Texas
Post 121
Elm Mott, Texas
About This Post
Post Namesake
James A. Edmond, World War I soldier who was killed in action in France on Oct. 11, 1918.
Notable Members
In 1969, Melvin Laird, appointed as U.S. Secretary of Defense under Richard Nixon, was a member of Post 121.
What Makes this Post Unique
Since our chartering, our American Legion post has been welcoming VETERANS from all branches of our Armed Forces. Today, we continue to welcome all military personnel serving our country. Joining our post enables you to continue serving your God, ... READ MORE
HISTORY
1920
Post 121 started
Jan 1923
In 1923, James A. Edmond American Legion Post 121 was started. The post consisted entirely of WWI veterans. They were very active in the community, and played/sponsored baseball teams and sponsored Boy Scouts.
1940
War effort
Jan 1942
During WWII, the post shut down to concentrate their efforts to the war. Six veterans donated $10,000 of their personal money to re-open the post in downtown Waco.
1950
Tornado
May 11, 1953
On May 11, 1953, an F4 tornado tore through downtown Waco, killing 13 and injuring 153. The 20-mile path resulted in the destruction or damage of 519 homes, 19 businesses and 150 cars. The post was one of those businesses that saw damage. During the cleanup caused by the tornado, the City of Waco requested the post to vacate their location. The post and the VFW combined their resources to purchase a building at 4th..
The cannon
Jan 1956
In 1956, a McLennan County judge loaned Post 121 a cannon from the county courthouse. Member Jack Hannah towed the cannon from the courthouse to the post with his pickup truck.
1960
Legion Baseball
Jan 1960
During the period of the 60's through the 90's, Post 121 had and/or sponsored baseball team(s).
2010
New home
Jan 2012
In 2012, the post home moved to the Greater Waco community of Elm Mott.
