About the VFW

The Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States, with its Auxiliaries, includes 2.3 million members in approximately 8,400 Posts worldwide.

Its mission is to "honor the dead by helping the living" through veterans' service, community service, national security and a strong national defense.

The VFW traces its roots back to 1899 when veterans of the Spanish-American War (1898) and the Philippine Insurrection (1899-1902) founded local organizations to secure rights and benefits for their service: Many arrived home wounded or sick. There was no medical care or veterans' pension for them, and they were left to care for themselves.

In their misery, some of these veterans banded together and formed organizations with what would become known as the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States. After chapters were formed in Ohio, Colorado and Pennsylvania, the movement quickly gained momentum. By 1915, membership grew to 5,000; by 1936, membership was almost 200,000.

Since then, the VFW's voice had been instrumental in establishing the Veterans Administration, creating a GI bill for the 20th century, the development of the national cemetery system and the fight for compensation for Vietnam vets exposed to Agent Orange and for veterans diagnosed with Gulf War Syndrome. The VFW also has fought for improving VA medical centers services for women veterans.

Besides helping fund the creation of the Vietnam, Korean War, World War II and Women in Military Service memorials, the VFW in 2005 became the first veterans' organization to contribute to building the new Disabled Veterans for Life Memorial, which is being constructed in Washington, D.C., and is expected to open in 2010.

Annually, VFW members and its Auxiliary contribute more than 13 million hours of volunteerism in the community, including participation in Make A Difference Day and National Volunteer Week.

From providing $2.5 million in college scholarships to high school students every year to encouraging elevation of the Veterans Administration to the president's cabinet, the VFW is there--honoring the dead by helping the living.

Commander's Message

The day is here. As your incoming Post Commander I know I will have a lot on my plate. I have served under three good Commanders and have learned a lot. Even with my experience, I still have a lot to learn. Please bear with me. Let's not play “gottcha games” but lets all work together to keep this ship sailing to bigger and better Ports. A Commander depends heavily upon his Officers and I know I have good ones behind me. I will work closely with them. Right now all appointed positions will remain the same. As time goes on I may make some changes as I see fit. My goal is to keep this Post one of the best in the district while striving to be the absolute best. I also have a goal to complete before my Command expires and that is to place a Military display on that empty concrete slab out front. In closing I say to outgoing Commander John DeBok.   Well Done Marine.  Semper Fi.

Commander Joe Peters

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Spaghetti Night

 First Wednesday of Each Month

5:00pm until 7:00pm

Join us for all-you-can-eat spaghetti, served in a delicious meat sauce, salad, bread, ice cream, and coffee for a cost of $6.50.  Adult beverages may be purchased separately.

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Steak Night

Second Saturday of Each Month

6:00pm to 8:00pm

Join us for steak, served with salad, a baked potato, and coffee for a cost of $10.00 (ten dollars).  Adult beverages may be purchased separately.

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Fish Fry

Third Friday of Each Month

5:00pm to 7:00pm

Join us for breaded fish, fries, and coleslaw for a cost of $5.50.  We also feature a shrimp dinner for $6.50, or a comb dinner of fish and shrimp for $7.50.  Adult beverages may be purchased separately.

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Sunday Breakfast

Last Sunday of Each Month

9am to 11:30am

Join us for  scrambled eggs, potatoes, bacon, sausage, pancakes, toast, biscuits and gravy, juice, and coffee or tea for a cost of $7.00 (seven dollars).  Adult beverages may be purchased separately.

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