VFW Post 9539

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What have you done for a veteran today

As yesterday's defenders of freedom, we want to welcome today's veteran service members into our ranks to become part of our elite group. Our common bond is the foreign conflict, whether it is service in the Persian Gulf, Korea, Kosovo, the war on terrorism or peace-keeping expeditionary campaigns. Your courage and sacrifice have made a difference in preserving and defending world peace.

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IN-COUNTRY

A satirical reflection by Author/Artist Phil Fehrenbacher

Phil enlisted in the Army in 1965 where you served for years in Vietnam. He became a graphic designer and has worked for the state of Oregon for 26 years. He retired in 2003 and started the Cartoon "In-Country". The cartoons reflect his experiences during his tour of duty in South Vietnam.

There is a new cartoon everyday.

Semiquincentennial

Welcome to a year of Celebrating 250 Years of America!

Over the year we will be posting what we hopoe you will find interesting stories, and facts about the Country and People we love. At the top of the website you will find a page for each of our military branches. As we start off the year we will link to their history pages, but during the year events of each service will be highlighted. stay tuned for more to come.

DID YOU KNOW?

History for the 13th of January

Political & Social Milestones

Trump's Second Impeachment (2021): On this day, Donald Trump became the first U.S. president to be impeached twice. The House of Representatives approved an article of impeachment for "incitement of insurrection" following the January 6 Capitol attack.
First Elected Black Governor (1990): L. Douglas Wilder was sworn in as the Governor of Virginia, making him the first popularly elected African American governor in United States history.
First Black Cabinet Member (1966): President Lyndon B. Johnson appointed Robert C. Weaveras the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), the first African American to serve in a presidential cabinet.
U.S. Flag Update (1794): Congress approved a measure to change the American flag to include 15 stars and 15 stripes, reflecting the admission of Vermont and Kentucky to the Union.
NASA's First Women Astronauts (1978): NASA selected its first group of women candidates for the astronaut program.

Conflict & Military History

Mexican-American War (1847): The Treaty of Cahuenga was signed, effectively ending the Mexican-American War in California.
Civil War Assault (1865): Union forces launched a massive second assault against Fort Fisher in North Carolina, one of the most intense naval bombardments of the war.
Vietnam War (1969): The Seventh Fleet Amphibious Ready Group launched the largest amphibious assault of the Vietnam War on the Batangan Peninsula.

Culture & Science

National Geographic Society (1888): The society was founded in Washington, D.C., with the goal of increasing and diffusing geographic knowledge.
Johnny Cash at Folsom Prison (1968):Legendary singer Johnny Cash performed live at
Folsom State Prison
. The recording became one of the most famous live albums in music history.
Mickey Mouse Debut (1930): The first Mickey Mouse comic strip was published in newspapers.
Sikorsky Helicopter (1942): The Sikorsky R-4, the world’s first mass-produced helicopter, completed its first flight.

Tragic Events

Air Florida Flight 90 (1982): During a severe snowstorm, a Boeing 737 crashed into the
14th Street Bridge
and plunged into the Potomac River in Washington, D.C., killing 78 people.
Wyatt Earp’s Death (1929): The famous lawman of the O.K. Corral gunfight died quietly in Los Angeles at the age of 80.

What is a Combat Veteran

Veterans know what it means to serve in a Combat Zone, but people who have never served. They often times have questions. This has been written just for you.

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Comrades,

We have an Afghanistan veteran Jonathan Rosa in the Salisbury, NC VA Medical Center. He will need a ride home on January 16, 2026.

The Medical Center is located at: 1601 Brenner Ave. Salisbury, NC

If you can assist please call John Kirby at 704-638-9000 ext 11165

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As yesterday's defenders of freedom...

...we want to welcome today's military service members into our ranks to become part of our elite group.

WWII, Korean War, Vietnam War, Persian Gulf War, Kosovo, War in Afghanistan, War in Iraq, War on Global Terror and other Peace-Keeping Expeditionary Campaigns throughout the globe.

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The Veterans of Foreign Wars is dedicated

to supporting those who sacrifice so much for this country, veterans, service members in the US Armed Forces, and their families and continues to be a voice for returning and currently deployed service members and their families.