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Members of VFW Post 2811in Gainesville, Florida, provided and grilled hamburgers and hot dogs for an Army Reserve unit on June 14 at Cynthia Chestnut Park. Three Post members participated in a sendoff picnic for more than 50 soldiers and family members of the 257th Transportation Battalion, 399th Movement Control Team. The veterans provided refresh...
Earlier this month, VFW Post 837 came together to celebrate Victory in Europe Day — the day Germany unconditionally surrendered to the Allied Powers, effectively bringing an end to WWII in Europe. Although the official date of V-E (Victory in Europe) Day is May 8, the Post held its ceremony on June 3. The Post holds a V-E Day ceremony each ye...
VFW Post 12146 members honored the memory of five of their own with a ceremony at the River Chill Restaurant in Payoon Beach, Banchang, Thailand, for Memorial Day. With more than 90 guests in attendance, the ceremony also included playing the American and Thai national anthems, followed by dignitaries and others who spoke on behalf of the five VFW ...
The Order of Saint Maurice, established in 1996, has been awarded to hundreds of those who have made a lasting impact on the NIA (National Infantry Association). VFW Commander-in-Chief Al Lipphardt received the award on May 2 after being nominated by a VFW member who wanted to honor the brigade his father had been a part of. After reading a story a...
Are you an animal lover? The VFW Store has got you covered. Check out the collection atvfwstore.org/searchresults?q=k9. You’ll find a collapsible bowl with carabiner clip that you can take on hikes for dog food or water. There’s also a sand-color 5-foot leash that’s made in the USA. Plus, the store offers a K-9 patch in sew-on sty...
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) and its Auxiliary proudly join a grateful nation as we honor and congratulate the United States Army on its 250th birthday. Since its inception on June 14, 1775, the U.S. Army has stood strong as the bedrock of our nation's defense, embodying courage, resilience and unwavering commitment. ...
Statement of Meggan Coleman, Associate Director National Legislative Service Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States For the Record United States House of Representatives Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Subcommittee on Health With Respect To Pending Legislation Washington, D.C. Chairwoman Miller-Meeks, Ranking Member Brownley, and...
Statement of Kristina Keenan, Director National Legislative Service Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States For the Record United States House of Representatives Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity With Respect To Pending Legislation Washington, D.C. Chairman Van Orden, Ranking Member Pappas, and ...
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – As June marks PTSD Awareness Month, the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) is renewing its commitment to destigmatizing mental health challenges and encouraging all veterans to seek the support they need. The VFW stresses the critical importance of mental well-being, knowing when to ask for help and the unique healing power of ...
WASHINGTON — June is Pride Month, and the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) stands with our fellow Americans honoring the invaluable contributions and sacrifices of all who have served our nation, including lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) veterans. It is estimated that there are a little more than 1 million LGBTQ veterans i...
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