On 18 Dec 2001, a joint resolution (Public Law 107-89) was approved by Congress designating September 11 of each year as “Patriot Day“, a day of remembrance to honor those who lost their lives in the terrorist attacks of 11 Sept 2001, and those who’ve lost lives since then to … More Patriot Day – Sept 11
Patriot Day – Sept 11
Memorial, Armed Forces, and Veterans Days – Understanding the Difference
Armed Forces Day. Memorial Day. Flag Day. Independence Day. Labor Day. Veterans Day. As Americans, we celebrate dozens of patriotic holidays throughout the year, especially during May which is Military Appreciation Month. And while many of these holidays are clear enough on their purpose and intention, a few can get … More Memorial, Armed Forces, and Veterans Days – Understanding the Difference
Meet Annabelle, our 1957 Willys U.S. Navy Shore Patrol Jeep
[Editor’s note: since original publication of the below story in our November 2023 newsletter, members of the Post and Auxiliary submitted names to the Jeep Committee and by May 2024 the name Annabelle had been selected as the favorite.] VFW Life Member and Vietnam veteran Jack Pusel, wearing his Navy … More Meet Annabelle, our 1957 Willys U.S. Navy Shore Patrol Jeep
National Vietnam War Veterans Day
National Vietnam War Veterans Day is observed every year on March 29 and is a way to thank and honor our nation’s Vietnam veterans and their families for their service and sacrifice. There are 5 objectives with Vietnam Commemoration and the other four are: Highlight the service of our Armed … More National Vietnam War Veterans Day
National Vietnam War Veterans Day
National Vietnam War Veterans Day is a commemorative holiday in the United States which recognizes the sacrifices that veterans and their families made during the Vietnam War. It is also a day to give proper recognition to the men and women who returned home from that war and didn’t receive … More National Vietnam War Veterans Day
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