Sons of the American Legion
Detachment Commander
Michael “Mike” “Ponytail” Globke is 78 years old and has been married to his wife, Pam, for over 40 years. He is the proud father of three children from a previous marriage. He’s a 40-year member of The American Legion and a member of the Sons of the American Legion for 19. He is also a founding member of the American Legion Riders at his post in Garden City, MI Post 396.
Mike’s many leadership positions in the Legion Family include First Zone Commander, Post Commander, and every elected office of Michigan’s 16th District, as well as District Commander. He has also faithfully served as Post Adjutant for over 30 years.
Within the Sons of the American Legion, Mike served as First Zone Commander, Squadron Adjutant for 19 years, Squadron Finance Officer for three years, and District Adjutant for 15 years.
His passion is supporting Camp Liberty, a Michigan retreat dedicated to serving veterans and first responders. As a special project, he is working to raise awareness and generate financial support for the camp, providing healing, fellowship, and recreational opportunities for those who have served our nation.
Known throughout Michigan as “Ponytail,” Mike is respected for his decades of dedicated service, steady leadership, and unwavering commitment to veterans, their families, and the principles of
The American Legion Family.
