Membership Application

This nationwide, tax-exempt, non-profit, non-discriminatory, non-biased, non-sectarian, pro-American organization, whose officers and crew serve without pay, extends a hearty welcome to all men, women and children who are interested in the following programs and activities:

1. To continue our educational program about the role the merchant marine played in World War II, Korea and Vietnam, as well as in peacetime commerce.

2. To improve the scope of recognition and benefits for Merchant Marine Veterans, and to assist them in getting up-to-date information and applications for all benefits and awards due them.

3. To promote a stronger American merchant marine industry.

4. To help us with your advice, volunteer work, publicity or funding for the restoration and operation of the S.S. Lane Victory.

5. To provide a nationwide forum for communication and fellowship for all merchant seamen, active or retired, Naval Armed Guard personnel, and for all interested associates and well-wishers.

All members will receive a certificate of membership, a Membership card, our monthly publication, The Anchor Light, free admission to the S.S. Lane Victory, and notices of special events.

To join please complete the  Membership Application PDF and mail it in