Welcome To The American

Legion South Houston Post 490!

General Information

The American Legion South Houston Post 490 is located across from the main entrance to Ellington Field, south of Houston, Texas. Post 490 is in the 22nd District, 2nd Division, Department of Texas. The Post Commander for 2019-2020 is

Johnny Lundstrom

General Membership Meetings are held on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 7:00 PM. The Board of Trustees meet on the 1st Tuesday of each month at 6:30 PM. The Executive Committee meets first Wednesday each month at 7:00 PM. The Post and its activities are supported by the Auxiliary Unit 490. The Post sponsors the Sons of The American Legion Squadron 490 and The American Legion Riders. Click icon below for links to our affiliate websites.

Our F-84F “Thunderstreak”

The swept-wing F-84F evolved from the straight-wing F-84. The prototype first flew on June 3, 1950 and deliveries began in 1954, primarily to the Tactical Air Command as a ground support fighter bomber. It was the first USAF jet fighter able to carry atomic weapons, and was used by the Strategic Air Command to escort their heavy weapons.

Upcoming Meeting Dates

Wednesday, Oct 9th & Nov 13th Meetings SAL Meeting 6:00PM Auxiliary Meeting 6:30PM Legionnaire Meeting 7:00PM Thursday, Sep 19th, Oct 17th & Nov 21st Riders Meeting 6:00PM

Our Past Commanders 2016