A cornerstone in Jewett City.

The American Legion is a veterans' organization devoted to mutual helpfulness. We are committed to mentoring and sponsoring youth programs, advocating patriotism and honor, promoting strong national security, and devotion to our fellow service members and veterans.

In 1978 the American Legion purchased the building at 7 South Main Street, which was previously a polish market. Over time, the legion fell into disrepair and was forced to close in 1993. But, in 1995 a dedicated group of legion members led by William J. Czmyr Jr. reopened the post with a refreshed vision and commitment to its legacy.

A man in a white shirt standing on a sidewalk in front of a brick building with a sign that reads 'Laflamme Kusek Post The American Legion.' A woman with a child walking away is visible in the background.

In 2003, the next chapter of Post 15 began with the incorporation of The American Legion Veterans Housing Inc. - a progressive residential model to provide housing to homeless veterans. After a decade of fundraising, and construction, The American Legion Veterans Housing Inc opened in 2012.

Group of men at an American Legion event, with one man in the center cutting ribbon, others clapping, outside a building with large glass windows displaying the American Legion logo.

In 2025, a newly designed sign was placed outside of the entrance of Post 15, honoring the legacy of the three pioneers who helped shape The American Legion in Jewett City, CT.

Black and white photo of a large brick building with multiple windows, located on a corner street with street lamps and adjacent buildings.
Two elderly individuals examining a large architectural blueprint on a table in a room, possibly a fire station, with a clock in the background.
People gathered on the sidewalk celebrating with American flags during a parade in a small town. A fire truck is visible on the street, and buildings line the background.

The facility provides 18 once-homeless veterans the opportunity to live in individual, two-room furnished apartments in a building attached to the post. They have access to medical care, shopping, and a public library.

Brick building with a sign reading 'American Legion LaFlamme-Kusek-Czmur Post No. 15, Inc.' above the entrance. The entrance has a glass door. There are windows above the sign and a lamp post next to the building.

Honoring the legacy of William J. Czmyr Jr.

In Memory

Orville
La Flamme

In 1920, the name of the post was changed to Orville La Flamme Post No. 15 to honor La Flamme who was killed in France in July 1919 during the fighting at Chateau Thierry.

Stanley Michael Kusek

In 1945 it was voted to again change the Post’s name to the La Flamme-Kusek Post No. 15 in honor of Stanley Michael Kusek, the first man from Griswold to be killed in World War II.

William John Czmyr Jr.

In 2024, the name of the post was changed to La Flamme-Kusek-Czmyr Post No. 15, Inc. in honor of William Czmyr Jr., veteran and longtime legionnaire. He advocated for permanent housing for homeless veterans, and was instrumental for The American Legion Post 15 Veterans Housing Project.

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7 South Main Street

Jewett City, CT 06351

(860) 376-0238