In the summer of 1999, Ray Rangel contacted his friend Chuck Aguirre to suggest a reunion with other friends from the old neighborhood. Chuck mentioned that most of their friends had served in the military. Ray’s response was "We should start a veterans group."

So this group of old buddies began meeting in the fall of 1999 and talked about starting a veterans’ group. In November, these 12 Mexican American Veterans applied for an AMVETS charter and became AMVETS – Mexican American Veterans Post 5. Ray was unanimously elected as the first Commander of the group. Of the 30 Minnesota AMVETS posts, Post 5 is the only Mexican American group.

Years ago we were united by similar military experiences. Now we have an opportunity to share our comradeship while working to strengthen our support network and continuing to stay involved and make a difference in our neighborhoods, cities, and state. In the past five years, we have grown to over 100 members.

We at Post 5 welcome all veterans from all branches of the military.

Our dedication is shown by our commitment to support our mission of remembering the past, living the present, and insuring the future through the following objectives.

Objectives

• To share with pride the achievements of the Mexican Americans with all other veterans who continue to answer the call in time of war and peace.
• To promote awareness of the contributions and sacrifices made by Mexican American Veterans.
• To recognize the Mexican American communities in Minnesota.
• To memorialize the Mexican Americans who defended the freedoms of our country.

Membership Information

You are invited to join Post 5 as an annual or a life-time member. Click below one of the two formats to download and print out the application form and send it to us at:

Mexican American Veterans Post 5
Neighborhood House
179 Robie Street St. Paul MN 55107

Application Form (Word Document)

Application Form (PDF Document)

 

Post 5 Elected Officers

Commander	Joseph Mauricio
First Vice Commander	Benjamin Quintero
Second Vice Commander	Raymond J. Rangel
Adjutant	Michael Medina
Finance Officer	Salvador Lopez