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VETERANS DAY

November 11 when we celebrate all those who served. Veterans Day should not be confused with Memorial Day—a common misunderstanding. Memorial Day (the fourth Monday in May) honors American service members who died in service to their country or as a result of injuries incurred during battle, while Veterans Day pays tribute to all American veterans—living or dead—but especially gives thanks to living veterans who served their country honorably during war or peacetime.

DEPARTMENT EVENTS

South Carolina Mid-Winter Conference Jan 28-31 Embassy Suites Hotel Columbia Registration information under news tab - Mid-Winter Conference

Conference Information

Program Date Changes

Date changes for VOD/PP/Teachers submissions. VOD/PP entries due to post - November 15th. VOD/PP post winners due to District - November 30th. VOD/PP District winners and Post Teachers winners due to Department December 15th.

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Commanders Honors

Pay tribute for four unclaimed Veterans.

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BUDDY POPPIES

Among all the flowers that evoke the memories and emotions of war is the red poppy, which became associated with war after the publication of a poem written by Col. John McCrae of Canada. The poem, “In Flander’s Field,” describes blowing red fields among the battleground of the fallen.

Veteran Outreach

Coming home doesn't mean the battle is over. With over 10 times the amount of veterans lost to suicide than to combat operations in the same time period, there has never been a more important time to TAKE A STAND and DO something to support our veterans!! If you or someone you know is suffering from PTSD, we have people that have shared a similar experience and are ready to help.

Membership

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.

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VFW WEBSITE SOLUTION PROGRAM

Designed to help grow you membership, this FREE Website that is Synced with National, for your Post / District* / Department, is chock full of tools that are easy to use.

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WELCOME TO DEPARTMENT OF SOUTH CAROLINA

2020-2021 Commanders Theme - Talk it
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. Our common bond is the battlefield, 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. 
 

OUR MISSION

"That the purpose of this Corporation shall be fraternal, patriotic, historical, charitable, and educational: to preserve and strengthen comradeship among its members; to assist worthy comrades; to perpetuate the memory and history of our dead; and to assist their widows and orphans; to maintain true allegiance to the Government of the United States of America, and fidelity to its Constitution and laws; to foster true patriotism; to maintain and extend the institutions of American freedom, and to preserve and defend the United States from all her enemies."

Statewide News

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Burger King Unmet Needs

@Burger King franchisees are a vital supporter of the VFW Unmet Needs program, which helps military families when they fall on hard times. From now until November 30, you can donate when you make a purchase at BK and 100% of your donation will go to help military and veteran families through the VFW Unmet Needs program.

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Sport Clips “Help a Hero” Scholarship

To make educational expenses less of a burden on service members, anyone can “Help A Hero” by getting a haircut at participating @Sport Clips Haircuts locations now through December 5. This year, you can also support student veterans through our 2020 Help a Hero Virtual Walk.

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National News

Important info from National VFW

VFW Recouped More Than $9.7B in Benefits for Veterans Nationwide

WASHINGTON - Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) accredited service officers recove...

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Pandemic Won't Stop BK Support of Veteran Families

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) is pleased to announce participating BURGER KING franchise restaurants will...

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Membership

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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.

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