Liga dos Combatentes

Founded in 1923, Liga dos Combatentes is a non-profit association based in Lisboa, Portugal working on health, heritage, community development.

The Liga dos Combatentes is a non-profit Portuguese institution, founded in 1923, that serves and defends the interests of Portuguese military combatants and their families. It is declared a public utility institution and has benefits equivalent to a Private Institution of Social Solidarity. Its work covers social support and healthcare through medical, psychological and social support centres and elderly residences, preservation of military memory through monuments, cemeteries and museums, and civic education on national defence, particularly among young people. It operates a network of local branches (Núcleos) across mainland Portugal, the islands and abroad, and is supervised by the Ministry of Defence. Membership is open to military service members and supporters.