Statement of Nancy Springer, 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 Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs With Respect To Pending Legislation Washington, D.C. Chairman Luttrell, Ranking Member McGarvey, and members of the subcommittee, on behalf of the men and women of the Veterans of F...
WASHINGTON – Last night, the United States struck nuclear targets inside Iran. As tensions in the Middle East once again flare, the Veterans of Foreign Wars asks all Americans to keep our brave military men and women in their thoughts and prayers, as they serve in harm’s way tonight. The VFW knows very well that our world remains a dangerous place. We will never forget the sacrifices of our all-volunteer force who, at this very moment, stand between our enemies and our s...
VFW Post 7397 in Lenexa, Kansas, recently wrapped up one of its annual fundraisers in June – a car show featuring everything from restored 1940s and 50s cars and bikes to restored WWII-era Jeeps. This year marks the seventh annual fundraiser the Post has held, with each year raising close to $1,000. Participants are encouraged to bring any kind of car they wish, and the registration fee is $20. “It takes a considerable amount of teamwork,” said organizer and VFW Post 739...
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 refreshments and camaraderie to the unit that is on orders for deployment to the Middle East. “Deployments can be stressful,” said V...
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 year. “We welcome everyone to our events,” said VFW Post 837 Commander Johnny Vasquez when asked if the ceremony was open to the publ...
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