VFW Post 9539

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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.

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History for the 15th of February

February 15th has been a surprisingly pivotal day in American history, often marked by moments that tested the nation's resolve or redefined its role on the world stage.

Here is a breakdown of the most significant events that occurred on this day.

🚢 The Sinking of the USS Maine (1898)

This is perhaps the most famous event associated with this date. The USS Maine exploded and sank in Havana Harbor, Cuba, killing 266 sailors.

The Spark: While the cause of the explosion was debated for years (modern evidence suggests an internal coal bunker fire), "Yellow Journalism" at the time blamed Spain immediately.
The Consequence: This event catalyzed the Spanish-American War, leading to the famous rallying cry: "Remember the Maine, to Hell with Spain!"

🏛️ The First Inauguration of John Adams (1797)

While the inauguration didn't happen on Feb 15th, it was on this day in 1797 that the Electoral College votes were officially counted in Congress, confirming John Adams as the 2nd President and Thomas Jefferson as the Vice President.

This was a landmark moment because it marked the first peaceful transition of power between two different political factions in U.S. history.

🗳️ Susan B. Anthony’s Birthday (1820)

One of the most influential figures in the fight for women’s suffrage was born on this day in Adams, Massachusetts.

The Legacy: Anthony spent over 50 years advocating for the right to vote. Although she died 14 years before the 19th Amendment was ratified, her birthday is still celebrated as a symbol of the struggle for civil rights.

🎭 An Assassination Attempt on FDR (1933)

In Miami, Florida, an unemployed bricklayer named Giuseppe Zangara fired five shots at President-elect Franklin D. Roosevelt.

The Outcome: Roosevelt was unhurt, but the Mayor of Chicago, Anton Cermak, was mortally wounded.
The "What If": Historians often speculate how American history would have changed if the New Deal architect had been killed just weeks before his inauguration during the height of the Great Depression.

📅 Other Notable "Firsts"

Year	Event	Significance
1946	ENIACunveiled	The first general-purpose electronic computer was dedicated at the University of Pennsylvania.
1965	The Maple Leaf Flag	While Canadian, this had a massive impact on North American relations as Canada officially adopted its current flag.
2003	Anti-War Protests	Millions of Americans joined global protests against the looming invasion of Iraq, one of the largest protest movements in history.

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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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As yesterday's defenders of freedom...

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