Legion of Valor Veterans Memorial Museum

Legion of Valor Veterans Memorial Museum, Fresno, CA

Uncover the memories, stories and artifacts from the brave men and women who served in the armed forces during your visit to the Legion of Valor Veterans Museum as part of your group bus tour. The Legion of Valor recognizes a group of men and women in uniform, who acted with the heroism and intrepidity in the face of danger, at the risk of life without hesitation. The Legion of Valor Verterans Memorial Museum's mission is to promote fellowshp, encourage true patriotism, appreciate the courageous acts for which the medals were awarded and provide help to needy military families. The four different medals awarded in the Legion of Valor Veterans Memorial Museum are the Medal of Honor, Distinguished Service Cross, Air Force Cross and Navy Cross. What is so unique about the museum is that it offers the visitor a chance to see war through the eyes of the soldier. Thousands of artifacts and framed documents have been donated by U.S. veteran soldiers to be put out on display including heavy military equipment and original uniforms. These objects along with large hand painted murals tell the story of fearless men and women who risked their lives to protect ours.

History of the Legion of Valor Memorial Museum

Created by a band of Civil War and Indian War Campaign veterans who were awarded the Medal of Honor, the Legion of Valor first formulated in Washington, D.C.on April 23, 1890. In the beginning, it was known as "The Medal of Honor Legion". The membership slowly declined after the Spanish Campaign of 1898 and later the Philippines insurrection, therefore on November 25, 1918, the awardees of the Army Distinguished Service Cross were accepted into the membership. Then in 1933, representatives of the United States Navy and United States Marine Corps who were awarded the Navy Cross, were introduced to the membership. The name of this distinguished institution then changed to "The Army and Navy Legion of Valor". However, there would be one last name change with the establishment of the Air Force of Honor and the Air Force Cross. By August 4, 1955, Public Law 224, 84th Congress, integrated the Army and Navy Legion of Valor of the United States. The association encouraged those awarded the Air Force Medal of Honor and the Air Force Cross to join the membership. On June 21, 1961, the name of this prestigious organization became "Legion of Valor of the United States of America, Inc."

Museum Gift Shop

Explore the wonderful memorabilia throughout the Legion of Valor's museum gift shop. From ball caps to belt buckles. You will be sure to find the perfect gift.

Travel Tips

Be sure to bring your camera as there are many photo opportunities. The museum is fully handicap accessible. There is no restaurant or cafe in the museum so you may want to plan on bringing a lunch or snack.

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