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VFW National Committee testifies before Dies Committee. Washington, D.C., Dec. 8. Appearing before the House Committee Investigating Un-American Activities, Eugene I. Van Antwerp, National Commander of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, today advocated enforced state and federal registration of all organizations which disseminate propaganda in the United States. He also proposed reduction of present immigration quotes by 90 per cent and elimination from relief rolls of Aliens who have not declared their intention of becoming citizens

VFW National Committee testifies before Dies Committee. Washington, D....

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Arlington National Cemetery. Drum major and VFW person

Arlington National Cemetery. Drum major and VFW person

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CHIEF EXECUTIVE RECEIVES FIRST 'BUDDY' POPPY. LITTLE MURIEL MORGAN CAME FROM THE VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS HOME FOR WIDOWS AND ORPHANS OF EX-SERVICES MEN IN FATON RAPIDS, MICHIGAN, TO PRESENT PRESIDENT ROOSEVELT WITH THE FIRST BUDDY POPPY TO OFFICIALLY OPEN THE 1934 NATIONAL POPPY SALE CONDUCTED BY THE VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS. JAMES E. VAN ZANDT, COMMANDER-IN-CHIEF OF THE VFW IS ALSO SHOWN IN THE PHOTOGRAPH

CHIEF EXECUTIVE RECEIVES FIRST 'BUDDY' POPPY. LITTLE MURIEL MORGAN CAM...

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Commands VFW, Washington, D.C. Oct. 2. Bernard W. Kearney, of New York, is the new National Commander of the Veterans of Foreign Wars. He was elected at the annual convention in Denver and succeeds James Van Zandt, who served three terms and refused the nomination for a fourth

Commands VFW, Washington, D.C. Oct. 2. Bernard W. Kearney, of New York...

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PRESIDENT CONFERS WITH NEW HEAD VFW. WASHINGTON, D.C. OCTOBER 6. IN A CONFERENCE WITH PRESIDENT ROOSEVELT AT THE WHITE HOUSE TODAY, COL. BERNARD W. KEARNEY, NEW COMMANDER-IN-CHIEF OF THE VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS, ASSURED THE CHIEF EXECUTIVE THAT WORLD WAR VETERANS ARE CHIEFLY CONCERNED WITH STEADY JOBS RATHER THAN A GENERAL PENSION SYSTEM. IN A LETTER LEFT WITH THE PRESIDENT, KEARNEY SAID THAT NO ACTION WHATSOEVER WAS TAKEN ON THE GENERAL PENSION SYSTEM BY HIS ORGANIZATION AT ITS DENVER ENCAMPMENT

PRESIDENT CONFERS WITH NEW HEAD VFW. WASHINGTON, D.C. OCTOBER 6. IN A ...

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Commands VFW, Washington, D.C. Oct. 2. Bernard W. Kearney, of New York, is the new National Commander of the Veterans of Foreign Wars. He was elected at the annual convention in Denver and succeeds James Van Zandt, who served three terms and refused the nomination for a fourth

Commands VFW, Washington, D.C. Oct. 2. Bernard W. Kearney, of New York...

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President invited to VFW encampment. July 7. Brig. General B.W. Kearney, National Commander of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, and group of New York legislators today tendered President Roosevelt an invitation to attend and address the 38th Annual National Encmpment at Buffalo, N.Y., Aug. 29-September 3. In the photograph, left to right: Millard W. Rice, VFW Legislative Representative; Rep. Walter G. Andrews, New York; Assemblyman Jerome C. Kreinheder, New York; George D. Toomey, Treasurer of Encampment; National Commander Kearney; State Senator Edward J. Coughlin, New York; Assemblyman John P. Hayes, New York; Assemblyman Denton Luke, New York; Daniel H. McCarriagher, President of the Buffalo Hotel Association; and Rep. Alfred F. Beiter, New York

President invited to VFW encampment. July 7. Brig. General B.W. Kearne...

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[PRESIDENT RECEIVES FIRST BUDDY POPPY. WASHINGTON, D.C. APRIL 6. TODAY WAS HAPPY ONE FOR LITTLE FOUR-YEAR-OLD RUTH JOYCE BRADISH AS SHE PINNED THE FIRST BUDDY POPPY OF 1937 ON PRESIDENT ROOSEVELT AT THE WHITE HOUSE. THE SALE OF BUDDY POPPIES IS CONDUCTED ANNUALLY DURING THE WEEK OF MEMORIAL DAY BY THE VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS FOR THE PURPOSE OF RAISING RELIEF WORK FUNDS. LITTLE RUTH IS THE DAUGHTER OF A DECEASED EX-SERVICEMAN AND WAS BROUGHT TO WASHINGTON FOR THE PRESENTATION FROM THE VFW HOME FOR WIDOWS AND ORPHANS OF EX-SERVICEMEN, EATON RAPIDS, MICHIGAN]

[PRESIDENT RECEIVES FIRST BUDDY POPPY. WASHINGTON, D.C. APRIL 6. TODAY...

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PRESIDENT RECEIVES FIRST BUDDY POPPY. WASHINGTON, D.C., APRIL 6. TODAY WAS HAPPY ONE FOR LITTLE FOUR-YEAR-OLD RUTH JOYCE BRADISH AS SHE PINNED THE FIRST BUDDY POPPY OF 1937 ON PRESIDENT ROOSEVELT AT THE WHITE HOUSE. THE SALE OF BUDDY POPPIES IS CONDUCTED ANNUALLY DURING THE WEEK OF MEMORIAL DAY BY THE VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS FOR THE PURPOSE OF RAISING RELIEF WORK FUNDS. LITTLE RUTH IS THE DAUGHTER OF A DECEASED EX-SERVICEMAN AND WAS BROUGHT TO WASHINGTON FOR THE PRESENTATION FROM THE VFW HOME FOR WIDOWS AND ORPHANS OF EX-SERVICEMEN, EATON RAPIDS, MICHIGAN

PRESIDENT RECEIVES FIRST BUDDY POPPY. WASHINGTON, D.C., APRIL 6. TODAY...

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[VFW National Committee testifies before Dies Committee. Washington, D.C., Dec. 8. Appearing before the House Committee Investigating Un-American Activities, Eugene I. Van Antwerp, National Commander of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, today advocated enforced state and federal registration of all organizations which disseminate propaganda in the United States. He also proposed reduction of present immigration quotes by 90 per cent and elimination from relief rolls of aliens who have not declared their intention of becoming citizens]

[VFW National Committee testifies before Dies Committee. Washington, D...

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[VFW National Committee testifies before Dies Committee. Washington, D.C., Dec. 8. Appearing before the House Committee Investigating Un-American Activities, Eugene I. Van Antwerp, National Commander of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, today advocated enforced state and federal registration of all organizations which disseminate propaganda in the United States. He also proposed reduction of present immigration quotes by 90 per cent and elimination from relief rolls of aliens who have not declared their intention of becoming citizens]

[VFW National Committee testifies before Dies Committee. Washington, D...

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[VFW National Committee testifies before Dies Committee. Washington, D.C., Dec. 8. Appearing before the House Committee Investigating Un-American Activities, Eugene I. Van Antwerp, National Commander of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, today advocated enforced state and federal registration of all organizations which disseminate propaganda in the United States. He also proposed reduction of present immigration quotes by 90 per cent and elimination from relief rolls of aliens who have not declared their intention of becoming citizens]

[VFW National Committee testifies before Dies Committee. Washington, D...

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Commander Ray Soden Presenting President Gerald R. Ford with a Plaque at the 75th Annual Convention of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) in Chicago, Illinois

Commander Ray Soden Presenting President Gerald R. Ford with a Plaque ...

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Photograph of President Gerald R. Ford Delivering a Speech Regarding Amnesty at the 75th Annual Convention of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) in Chicago, Illinois

Photograph of President Gerald R. Ford Delivering a Speech Regarding A...

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Commander Ray Soden Introducing President Gerald R. Ford at the 75th Annual Convention of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) in Chicago, Illinois

Commander Ray Soden Introducing President Gerald R. Ford at the 75th A...

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A crowd watches as ground crew members direct the pilot of a Fighter Squadron 14 (VF-14) F-14A Tomcat aircraft toward a parking space following its return from the Persian Gulf. VF-14 personnel are among the members of Carrier Air Wing 3 (VFW-3) and Carrier Air Wing 17 (VFW-17) who are being honored for their participation in Operation Desert Storm during homecoming ceremonies at the air station

A crowd watches as ground crew members direct the pilot of a Fighter S...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Base: Naval Air Station, Oceana State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Opera... More

Spectators wave flags as a color guard from a Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) post marches down Broadway Street during the "San Diego Salutes the Troops" parade. The parade is being held in honor of all veterans, with special recognition being given to units that took part in Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

Spectators wave flags as a color guard from a Veterans of Foreign Wars...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORMDESERT SHIELD Base: San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operat... More

A delegation of American and South Korean servicemen as well as members of Korean VFW post salute after the last casket is covered by the U.N. Flag during a repatriation ceremony at Panmunjom. During the ceremony the remains of what is believed to be five U.S. soldiers that served in the Korean war were returned to the South. During the ceremony the reamains are passed across the MDL from North Korean soldiers to a group of United Nations Command Honor Guard soldiers. As the remains are passed across the MDL they are saluted by a delegation of representing members of the U.S. Veterans of Foreign Wars, some of which served in the Korean War. A spokesman for the U.N. Command, said that the ...

A delegation of American and South Korean servicemen as well as member...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: A delegation of American and South Korean servicemen as well as members of Korean VFW post salute after the last casket is cove... More

Members of VFW posts in South Korea watch a repatriation ceremony from the balcony of the Freedom House at Panmunjom. During the ceremony the remains of what is believed to be five U.S. soldiers that served in the Korean war were returned to the South. During the ceremony the reamains are passed across the MDL from North Korean soldiers to a group of United Nations Command Honor Guard soldiers. As the remains are passed across the MDL they are saluted by a delegation of representing members of the U.S. Veterans of Foreign Wars, some of which served in the Korean War. A spokesman for the U.N. Command, said that the remains were uncovered in Gaechon City, about 50 miles north of Pyongyang...

Members of VFW posts in South Korea watch a repatriation ceremony from...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Members of VFW posts in South Korea watch a repatriation ceremony from the balcony of the Freedom House at Panmunjom. During th... More

Members of the United States Military Order of the

Members of the United States Military Order of the

Members of the United States Military Order of the Cootie, “The Honor Degree of the Veterans of Foreign Wars,” place approximately 250 wreaths at the Argonne Cross in Section 18 of Arlington National Cemetery, ... More

Cpl. Maurice Storck, one of the oldest members of the

Cpl. Maurice Storck, one of the oldest members of the

Cpl. Maurice Storck, one of the oldest members of the Maine Guard visited the Augusta Armory with his son, Wednesday, July 30. During his visit, he talked with soldiers about the experiences he had during his t... More

Crewmembers from the USS MINNEAPOLIS-ST. PAUL (SSN 708), receive gift bags from representatives of the Minneapolis-St. Paul City Council, the Mayor's Office, Navy League, North West Airlines and the VFW Post 1350 United States Submarine Vets Base, at Norfolk Naval Base, in appreciation

Crewmembers from the USS MINNEAPOLIS-ST. PAUL (SSN 708), receive gift ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Martin Maddock, USN Release S... More

Members of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) post 10775, American Legion and US Air Force Colonel John E. Watkins, 52nd Vice Wing Commander, pay their respects by rendering a salute during a POW/MIA remembrance day ceremony at the base memorial park at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, September 15 2000

Members of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) post 10775, American Leg...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Spangdahlem Air Base State: Rheinland-Pfalz Country: Deutschland / Germany (DEU) Scene Camera Operator: A1C Michelle S. Roquid, USAF Release Sta... More

US Air Force SENIOR MASTER Sergeant Julius Ser (left), 52nd Communications Squadron, Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, is also Commander of VFW Spangdahlem Post 10775, and USAF STAFF Sergeant Traci Beilke, 52nd Fighter Wing, Spangdahlem AB, DEU, Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge (NCOIC) of Wing Protocol, is also an active member of VFW, lay down a wreath on the memorial stone at the air park in Spangdahlem AB, DEU, during Veterans Day Memorial Ceremony on November 10th, 2000. (U.S. Air Force photo by SrA Esperanza Berrios)

US Air Force SENIOR MASTER Sergeant Julius Ser (left), 52nd Communicat...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Spangdahlem Air Base State: Rheinland-Pfalz Country: Deutschland / Germany (DEU) Scene Camera Operator: SRA Esperanza Berrios, USAF Release Stat... More

Mr. Ron Davis, Commander, Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 10216, Songtan Si, Korea, Mr. Ken Tretow and Mr. Daryl Vroom , SENIOR Vice Commanders of VFW Post 10216, gather before t he start of the "Hill 180 Memorial Ceremony" at Osan AB, Korea. The Ceremony commemorates the anniversary of the Korean War battle of Hill 180 in 1951

Mr. Ron Davis, Commander, Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 10216, S...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Osan Air Base Country: Republic Of Korea (KOR) Scene Camera Operator: SSGT George F. Thompson Jr, USAF Release Status: Released to Public Combine... More

VFW Post 9555 members, Kevin itchell, (front), and Donald Carnahan bow their heads in prayer during a United Nations Committee Repatriation Ceremony held at Yokota AB, Japan. The ceremony honors the remains of lost soldiers' brought back to protected soil. The remains were found in North Korea around the city of Pyongyang, within Unsan and Kujang provinces, near the Chong Chon River and around the Chosin Reservoir. In all, 17 bodies were discovered. The United Nations held a Repatriation Ceremony upon their return to NATO soil

VFW Post 9555 members, Kevin itchell, (front), and Donald Carnahan bow...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Yokota Air Base Country: Japan (JPN) Scene Major Command Shown: PACAF Scene Camera Operator: SSGT Cohen A. Young, USAF Release Status: Released ... More

Members of the United Nations Honor Guard carry the remains of soldiers found in Korea. The remains were found in North Korea around the city of Pyongyang, within Unsan and Kujang provinces, near the Chong Chon River and around the Chosin Reservoir. In all, 17 bodies were discovered. The United Nations held a Repatriation Ceremony upon their return to NATO soil. The ceremony consists of a 21-gun salute, a prayer, a bagpipe tribute, and a wreath tribute from the local VFW Post

Members of the United Nations Honor Guard carry the remains of soldier...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Yokota Air Base Country: Japan (JPN) Scene Major Command Shown: PACAF Scene Camera Operator: SSGT Cohen A. Young, USAF Release Status: Released ... More

Civilian Frank Hunter plays the bagpipe while members of the United Nations Honor Guard carry the remains of soldiers that were found in Korea. The remains were found in North Korea around the city of Pyongyang, within Unsan and Kujang provinces, near the Chong Chon River and around the Chosin Reservoir. In all, 17 bodies were discovered. The United Nations held a Repatriation Ceremony upon their return to NATO soil. The ceremony consists of a 21-gun salute, a prayer, a bagpipe tribute, and a wreath tribute from the local VFW Post

Civilian Frank Hunter plays the bagpipe while members of the United Na...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Yokota Air Base Country: Japan (JPN) Scene Major Command Shown: PACAF Scene Camera Operator: SSGT Cohen A. Young, USAF Release Status: Released ... More

Members of the United Nations Honor Guard carry the remains of soldiers found in Korea. The remains were found in North Korea around the city of Pyongyang, within Unsan and Kujang provinces, near the Chong Chon River and around the Chosin Reservoir. In all, 17 bodies were discovered. The United Nations held a Repatriation Ceremony upon their return to NATO soil. The ceremony consists of a 21-gun salute, a prayer, a bagpipe tribute, and a wreath tribute from the local VFW Post

Members of the United Nations Honor Guard carry the remains of soldier...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Yokota Air Base Country: Japan (JPN) Scene Major Command Shown: PACAF Scene Camera Operator: SSGT Cohen Young, USAF Release Status: Released to ... More

Moving away from the C-130 Hercules, members of the United Nations Honor Guard carry the remains of soldiers found in Korea. The remains were found in North Korea around the city of Pyongyang, within Unsan and Kujang provinces, near the Chong Chon River and around the Chosin Reservoir. In all, 17 bodies were discovered. The United Nations held a Repatriation Ceremony upon their return to NATO soil. The ceremony consists of a 21-gun salute, a prayer, a bagpipe tribute, and a wreath tribute from the local VFW Post

Moving away from the C-130 Hercules, members of the United Nations Hon...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Yokota Air Base Country: Japan (JPN) Scene Major Command Shown: PACAF Scene Camera Operator: SSGT Cohen A. Young, USAF Release Status: Released ... More

A member of the Palisades Park Fire Department Band and Pipers performs at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Our Troops" rally for national "Make a Difference Day." Veteran of Foreign Wars (VFW) and its Ladies Auxiliary, in cooperation with the New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs sponsored the rally. The event hosted numerous entertainment acts for the 15,000 attending the three-hour rally. "Americas armed forces are gearing up for a long and arduous war on an invisible, but terrifying enemy," said VFW Commander-in-CHIEF Jim N. Goldsmith. "We are asking a lot from our men and women in the military, which is why it is imperative that we show them our...

A member of the Palisades Park Fire Department Band and Pipers perform...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: A member of the Palisades Park Fire Department Band and Pipers performs at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Ou... More

Barbara Fairchild and her husband Roy Morris perform at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Our Troops" rally for national "Make a Difference Day." Veteran of Foreign Wars (VFW) and its Ladies Auxiliary, in cooperation with the New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs sponsored the rally. The event hosted numerous entertainment acts for the 15,000 attending the three-hour rally. "Americas armed forces are gearing up for a long and arduous war on an invisible, but terrifying enemy," said VFW Commander-in-CHIEF Jim N. Goldsmith. "We are asking a lot from our men and women in the military, which is why it is imperative that we show them our support. The rally...

Barbara Fairchild and her husband Roy Morris perform at Liberty State ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Barbara Fairchild and her husband Roy Morris perform at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Our Troops" rally for... More

An Armed Forces Veteran shows his patriotism at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Our Troops" rally for national "Make a Difference Day." Veteran of Foreign Wars (VFW) and its Ladies Auxiliary, in cooperation with the New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs sponsored the rally. The event hosted numerous entertainment acts for the 15,000 attending the three-hour rally. "Americas armed forces are gearing up for a long and arduous war on an invisible, but terrifying enemy," said VFW Commanr-in-CHIEF Jim N. Goldsmith. "We are asking a lot from our men and women in the military, which is why it is imperative that we show them our support. The rally also will...

An Armed Forces Veteran shows his patriotism at Liberty State Park, Ne...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: An Armed Forces Veteran shows his patriotism at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Our Troops" rally for nationa... More

The Colonial Color Guard, New Jersey National Guard present the colors at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Our Troops" rally for national "Make a Difference Day." Veteran of Foreign Wars (VFW) and its Ladies Auxiliary, in cooperation with the New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs sponsored the rally. The event hosted numerous entertainment acts for the 15,000 attending the three-hour rally. "Americas armed forces are gearing up for a long and arduous war on an invisible, but terrifying enemy," said VFW Commander-in-CHIEF Jim N. Goldsmith. "We are asking a lot from our men and women in the military, which is why it is imperative that we show them our...

The Colonial Color Guard, New Jersey National Guard present the colors...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: The Colonial Color Guard, New Jersey National Guard present the colors at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Our... More

A member of the USO Troupe of Metropolitan New York performs at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Our Troops" lly for national "Make a Difference Day." Veten of Foreign Wars (VFW) and its Ladies Auxiliary, in coopetion with the New Jersey Department of Military and Vetens Affairs sponsored the lly. The event hosted numerous entertainment acts for the 15,000 attending the three-hour lly. "Americas armed forces are gearing up for a long and arduous war on an invisible, but terrifying enemy," said VFW Commander-in-CHIEF Jim N. Goldsmith. "We are asking a lot from our men and women in the military, which is why it is impetive that we show them our support. The...

A member of the USO Troupe of Metropolitan New York performs at Libert...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: A member of the USO Troupe of Metropolitan New York performs at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Our Troops" r... More

A.G. Blue, an Army Private First Class performs at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Our Troops" rally for national "Make a Difference Day." Veteran of Foreign Wars (VFW) and its Ladies Auxiliary, in cooperation with the New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs sponsored the rally. The event hosted numerous entertainment acts for the 15,000 attending the three-hour rally. "Americas armed forces are gearing up for a long and arduous war on an invisible, but terrifying enemy," said VFW Commander-in-CHIEF Jim N. Goldsmith. "We are asking a lot from our men and women in the military, which is why it is imperative that we show them our support. The rally also...

A.G. Blue, an Army Private First Class performs at Liberty State Park,...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: A.G. Blue, an Army Private First Class performs at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Our Troops" rally for nati... More

Miss USA 2001 Kandace Krueger from Austin, Texas performs at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Our Troops" for national "Make a Difference Day." Veteran of Foreign Wars (VFW) and its Ladies Auxiliary, in cooperation with the New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs sponsored the . The event hosted numerous entertainment acts for the 15,000 attending the three-hour . "Americas armed forces are gearing up for a long and arduous war on an invisible, but terrifying enemy," said VFW Commander-in-CHIEF Jim N. Goldsmith. "We are asking a lot from our men and women in the military, which is why it is imperative that we show them our support. The...

Miss USA 2001 Kandace Krueger from Austin, Texas performs at Liberty S...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Miss USA 2001 Kandace Krueger from Austin, Texas performs at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Our Troops" rall... More

Joseph A. McLaughlin, Retired United States Marine Corps, observes a moment of silence at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Our Troops" rally for national "Make a Difference Day." Veteran of Foreign Wars (VFW) and its Ladies Auxiliary, in cooperation with the New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs sponsored the rally. The event hosted numerous entertainment acts for the 15,000 attending the three-hour rally. "Americas armed forces are gearing up for a long and arduous war on an invisible, but terrifying enemy," said VFW Commander-in-CHIEF Jim N. Goldsmith. "We are asking a lot from our men and women in the military, which is why it is imperative that we...

Joseph A. McLaughlin, Retired United States Marine Corps, observes a m...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Joseph A. McLaughlin, Retired United States Marine Corps, observes a moment of silence at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during ... More

Enlistees of the United States Marines take the oath of enlistment at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Our Troops" rally for national "Make a Difference Day." Veteran of Foreign Wars (VFW) and its Ladies Auxiliary, in cooperation with the New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs sponsored the rally. The event hosted numerous entertainment acts for the 15,000 attending the three-hour rally. "Americas armed forces are gearing up for a long and arduous war on an invisible, but terrifying enemy," said VFW Commander-in-CHIEF Jim N. Goldsmith. "We are asking a lot from our men and women in the military, which is why it is imperative that we show them our...

Enlistees of the United States Marines take the oath of enlistment at ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Enlistees of the United States Marines take the oath of enlistment at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Our Tro... More

Miss New York 2001, Air Force Reserve Second Lieutenant Andrea Plummer, Air Force Institute of Technology, speaks to the gathering at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Our Troops" rally for national "Make a Difference Day." Veteran of Foreign Wars (VFW) and its Ladies Auxiliary, in cooperation with the New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs sponsored the rally. The event hosted numerous entertainment acts for the 15,000 attending the three-hour rally. "Americas armed forces are gearing up for a long and arduous war on an invisible, but terrifying enemy," said VFW Commander-in-CHIEF Jim N. Goldsmith. "We are asking a lot from our men and women in the...

Miss New York 2001, Air Force Reserve Second Lieutenant Andrea Plummer...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Miss New York 2001, Air Force Reserve Second Lieutenant Andrea Plummer, Air Force Institute of Technology, speaks to the gatheri... More

The Palisades Park Fire Department Band and Pipers performs at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Our Troops" ly for national "Make a Difference Day." Veteran of Foreign Wars (VFW) and its Ladies Auxiliary, in cooperation with the New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs sponsored the ly. The event hosted numerous entertainment acts for the 15,000 attending the three-hour ly. "Americas armed forces are gearing up for a long and arduous war on an invisible, but terrifying enemy," said VFW Commander-in-CHIEF Jim N. Goldsmith. "We are asking a lot from our men and women in the military, which is why it is imperative that we show them our support. The...

The Palisades Park Fire Department Band and Pipers performs at Liberty...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: The Palisades Park Fire Department Band and Pipers performs at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Our Troops" ra... More

Country musician, Toby Keith, performs at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Our Troops" rally for national "Make a Difference Day." Veteran of Foreign Wars (VFW) and its Ladies Auxiliary, in cooperation with the New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs sponsored the rally. The event hosted numerous entertainment acts for the 15,000 attending the three-hour rally. "Americas armed forces are gearing up for a long and arduous war on an invisible, but terrifying enemy," said VFW Commander-in-CHIEF Jim N. Goldsmith. "We are asking a lot from our men and women in the military, which is why it is imperative that we show them our support. The rally also will...

Country musician, Toby Keith, performs at Liberty State Park, New Jers...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Country musician, Toby Keith, performs at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Our Troops" rally for national "Mak... More

Bill Hammond, Retired United States Army, observes a moment of silence at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Our Troops" rally for national "Make a Difference Day." Veteran of Foreign Wars (VFW) and its Ladies Auxiliary, in cooperation with the New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs sponsored the rally. The event hosted numerous entertainment acts for the 15,000 attending the three-hour rally. "Americas armed forces are gearing up for a long and arduous war on an invisible, but terrifying enemy," said VFW Commander-in-CHIEF Jim N. Goldsmith. "We are asking a lot from our men and women in the military, which is why it is imperative that we show them our...

Bill Hammond, Retired United States Army, observes a moment of silence...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Bill Hammond, Retired United States Army, observes a moment of silence at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Our... More

Barbara Fairchild and her husband Roy Morris perform at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Our Troops" rally for national "Make a Difference Day." Veteran of Foreign Wars (VFW) and its Ladies Auxiliary, in cooperation with the New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs sponsored the rally. The event hosted numerous entertainment acts for the 15,000 attending the three-hour rally. "Americas armed forces are gearing up for a long and arduous war on an invisible, but terrifying enemy," said VFW Commander-in-CHIEF Jim N. Goldsmith. "We are asking a lot from our men and women in the military, which is why it is imperative that we show them our support. The rally...

Barbara Fairchild and her husband Roy Morris perform at Liberty State ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Barbara Fairchild and her husband Roy Morris perform at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Our Troops" rally for... More

The Star Spangled Girls, a group of former Miss New Jerseys, perform at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Our Troops" rally for national "Make a Difference Day." Veteran of Foreign Wars (VFW) and its Ladies Auxiliary, in cooperation with the New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs sponsored the rally. The event hosted numerous entertainment acts for the 15,000 attending the three-hour rally. "Americas armed forces are gearing up for a long and arduous war on an invisible, but terrifying enemy," said VFW Commander-in-CHIEF Jim N. Goldsmith. "We are asking a lot from our men and women in the military, which is why it is imperative that we show them our...

The Star Spangled Girls, a group of former Miss New Jerseys, perform a...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: The Star Spangled Girls, a group of former Miss New Jerseys, perform at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Our T... More

Americans show their support and patriotism at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Our Troops" rally for national "Make a Difference Day." Veteran of Foreign Wars (VFW) and its Ladies Auxiliary, in cooperation with the New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs sponsored the rally. The event hosted numerous entertainment acts for the 15,000 attending the three-hour rally. "Americas armed forces are gearing up for a long and arduous war on an invisible, but terrifying enemy," said VFW Commander-in-CHIEF Jim N. Goldsmith. "We are asking a lot from our men and women in the military, which is why it is imperative that we show them our support. The rally also will...

Americans show their support and patriotism at Liberty State Park, New...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Americans show their support and patriotism at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Our Troops" rally for national... More

William "Bill" Rogister, former 6th Combat Camera Unit Photographer, talks to a group of International Combat Camera Association (CCA) and Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) members about combat camera pictures displayed at the March Field Museum during an Open House

William "Bill" Rogister, former 6th Combat Camera Unit Photographer, t...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: March Air Reserve Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: AFRC Scene Camera Operator: TSG... More

A member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 10276 demonstrates his patriotism for the United States with a photo of President George W. Bush

A member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 10276 demonstrates...

Honolulu, Hawaii (Jun. 25, 2003) A member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 10276 demonstrates his patriotism for the United States with a photo of President George W. Bush during the 53rd Anniversary ... More

Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld addresses more than 15,000 delegates from the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW)

Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld addresses more than 15,000 delega...

San Antonio, Texas (Aug. 25, 2003) Secretary of Defense Donald H. Rumsfeld addresses more than 15,000 delegates from the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) at the joint opening of the organizations 104th national c... More

U.S. Air Force Malmstrom Air Force Base personnel and VFW Post 1087 members, salute during a Prisoners of War/Missing in Action retreat at Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont., on September 17, 2004.(U.S. Air Force PHOTO by Christy Kynett) (RELEASED)

U.S. Air Force Malmstrom Air Force Base personnel and VFW Post 1087 me...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Great Falls Air Force Base State: Montana (MT) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: Christy Kynett Release Status: Rel... More

Ms. Opal Enquist (center), President of the Ladies Auxiliary to the VFW Post 1087, with Mr. Hank Politz (left), former commander of VFW Post 1087 and Mr. Ray Lutz (right), Junior Vice Commander for the Department of Montana VFW, holds a ceremonial wreath during a Prisoners of War/Missing in Action retreat at Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont., on September 17, 2004.(U.S. Air Force PHOTO by Christy Kynett) (RELEASED)

Ms. Opal Enquist (center), President of the Ladies Auxiliary to the VF...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Great Falls Air Force Base State: Montana (MT) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: Christy Kynett Release Status: Rel... More

A member of a local VFW unit holds the flag of the U.S. of America to be given to the family of the late U.S. Air Force MAJ. Ralph L. Carlock during a recent Air Force Repatriation Ceremony at Duluth, MN, on Sept. 17, 2004.(U.S. Air Force PHOTO by STAFF SGT. Brett R. Ewald) (RELEASED)

A member of a local VFW unit holds the flag of the U.S. of America to ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Duluth State: Minnesota (MN) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: SSGT Brett R. Ewald Release Status: Released to Publ... More

Polish Legion of American Veterans (PLAV) member Gene Hentowski, left and Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) State SENIOR Vice Commander Jim Warner listen to Michigan Army National Guard (MIARNG) Major General (MGEN) Thomas Cutler giving a presentation on the layout of the Joint Forces Headquarters building in Lansing, Michigan. (A3596)

Polish Legion of American Veterans (PLAV) member Gene Hentowski, left ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Lancing State: Michigan (MI) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: SSG Jim Downen Jr., Miarng Release Status: Released ... More

Left to right, a US Jewish War Veteran (JWV) member Harmon Tron, Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Department Quartermaster Rob Weiss, Military Order of the Purple Heart Department Commander Lino Pretto and American Legion State Commander John Skinner on tour of the Michigan National Guard (MNG) Joint Forces Headquarters building in Lansing, Michigan (MI). (A3596)

Left to right, a US Jewish War Veteran (JWV) member Harmon Tron, Veter...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Lancing State: Michigan (MI) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: SSG Jim Downen Jr., Miarng Release Status: Released ... More

Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) officials, State SENIOR Vice Commander Jim Warnerright, Department Quartermaster Rob Weiss, center and Director of Veterans Services Daniel Croker, left, meet with Army National Guard (ARNG) Brigadier General (BGEN) Robert Taylor at the Joint Forces Headquarters building in Lansing, Michigan (MI). (A3596)

Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) officials, State SENIOR Vice Commander ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Lancing State: Michigan (MI) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: SSG Jim Downen Jr., Miarng Release Status: Released ... More

(left to right) Taylor, Michigan (MI), Mayor Gregory E. Pitoniak, Command Sergeant Major (CMSGM) Michael Foy, Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) representative Jim Brown and Brigadier General (BGEN) Nelson Cannon with the Michigan Army National Guard (MIARNG), gather to welcome home personnel with the Military Police. MIARNG Military Police (MP) units are returning from the Gulf coast after augmenting local law enforcement and providing humanitarian assistance in support of Katrina Relief efforts to the citizens of the Gulf Coast. (A3596)

(left to right) Taylor, Michigan (MI), Mayor Gregory E. Pitoniak, Comm...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Taylor State: Michigan (MI) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: 1776th MP Co Scene Camera Operator: SSG Jim Downe... More

Not seen, are Michigan Army National Guard (MIARNG) Soldiers with the Taylor, Michigan (MI), 210th Military Police Battalion (MPB) and 1776th Military Police Company (MPC), who are welcomed home by the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Representative Jim Brown, as return from the Gulf Coast to their unit armory in Taylor, Michigan. The 210th MP Battalion and 1776th MPC are returning from the Gulf Coast where they were deployed in support of Operation KATRINA RELIEF. (A3596)

Not seen, are Michigan Army National Guard (MIARNG) Soldiers with the ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KATRINA RELIEF Base: Taylor State: Michigan (MI) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: 1776th M... More

A member of the local media conducts an interview with a member of The of Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), Post No. 3293, from Grand Ledge, Michigan (MI) during a Welcome Home Ceremony, for Soldiers assigned to the 263rd Personnel Services Detachment, Michigan Army National Guard (MIARNG), at Lansing, Michigan (MI). The Soldiers are returning from a one-year deployment to Iraq, in support of Operation IRAQI FREEDOM. (A3695)

A member of the local media conducts an interview with a member of The...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: IRAQI FREEDOM Base: Lansing State: Michigan (MI) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: SSG Jim Down... More

US Army (USA) SPECIALIST (SPC) Jason Fuller, 263rd Personnel Services Detachment, Michigan Army National Guard (MIARNG), poses for a group photograph with members of The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), Post No. 3293, during a Welcome Home Ceremony, for Soldiers assigned to the 263rd Personnel Services Detachment at Lansing, Michigan (MI). The Soldiers are returning from a one-year deployment to Iraq, in support of Operation IRAQI FREEDOM. (A3695)

US Army (USA) SPECIALIST (SPC) Jason Fuller, 263rd Personnel Services ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: IRAQI FREEDOM Base: Lansing State: Michigan (MI) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: SSG Jim Down... More

The Honorable Donald H. Rumsfeld, U.S. Secretary of Defense, addresses the VFW convention, after receiving the 2006 VFW Dwight D. Eisenhower Award, in recognition of his contributions towards securing the nation from foreign threats, in Reno, Nev., on Aug. 28, 2006. (DoD photo by STAFF SGT. D. Myles Cullen) (Released)

The Honorable Donald H. Rumsfeld, U.S. Secretary of Defense, addresses...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Reno State: Nevada, (NV) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: SSGT D. Myles Cullen, USAF Release Status: Released to P... More

The Honorable Donald H. Rumsfeld (center), U.S. Secretary of Defense, poses with the VFW Commander-in-CHIEF James Mueller (left), after receiving the 2006 Dwight D. Eisenhower Award in recognition of his contributions towards securing the nation from foreign threats, at the VFW convention in Reno, Nev. Aug. 28, 2006. (DoD photo by STAFF SGT. D. Myles Cullen) (Released)

The Honorable Donald H. Rumsfeld (center), U.S. Secretary of Defense, ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Reno State: Nevada, (NV) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: SSGT D. Myles Cullen, USAF Release Status: Released to P... More

The Honorable Donald H. Rumsfeld, U.S. Secretary of Defense, addresses the VFW convention after receiving the 2006 VFW Dwight D. Eisenhower Award in recognition of his contributions towards securing the nation from foreign threats, in Reno, Nev., on Aug. 28, 2006. (DoD photo by STAFF SGT. D. Myles Cullen) (Released)

The Honorable Donald H. Rumsfeld, U.S. Secretary of Defense, addresses...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Reno State: Nevada, (NV) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: SSGT D. Myles Cullen, USAF Release Status: Released to P... More

The Honorable Donald H. Rumsfeld, U.S. Secretary of Defense, signs his autograph at the request of'Blue Star'parents, after receiving the 2006 VFW Dwight D. Eisenhower Award in recognition of his contributions towards securing the nation from foreign threats, in Reno, Nev., on Aug. 28, 2006. (DoD photo by STAFF SGT. D. Myles Cullen) (Released)

The Honorable Donald H. Rumsfeld, U.S. Secretary of Defense, signs his...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Reno State: Nevada, (NV) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: SSGT D. Myles Cullen, USAF Release Status: Released to P... More

The Honorable Donald H. Rumsfeld, U.S. Secretary of Defense, addresses the VFW convention after receiving the 2006 VFW Dwight D. Eisenhower Award in recognition of his contributions towards securing the nation from foreign threats, in Reno, Nev., on Aug. 28, 2006. (DoD photo by STAFF SGT. D. Myles Cullen) (Released)

The Honorable Donald H. Rumsfeld, U.S. Secretary of Defense, addresses...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Reno State: Nevada, (NV) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: SSGT D. Myles Cullen, USAF Release Status: Released to P... More

The Honorable Donald H. Rumsfeld, U.S. Secretary of Defense, talks with veterans after receiving the 2006 VFW Dwight D. Eisenhower Award in recognition of his contributions towards securing the nation from foreign threats, in Reno, Nev., on Aug. 28, 2006. (DoD photo by STAFF SGT. D. Myles Cullen) (Released)

The Honorable Donald H. Rumsfeld, U.S. Secretary of Defense, talks wit...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Reno State: Nevada, (NV) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: SSGT D. Myles Cullen, USAF Release Status: Released to P... More

The Honorable Donald H. Rumsfeld, U.S. Secretary of Defense, signs his autograph after receiving the 2006 VFW Dwight D. Eisenhower Award in recognition of his contributions towards securing the nation from foreign threats, in Reno, Nev., on Aug. 28, 2006. (DoD photo by STAFF SGT. D. Myles Cullen) (Released)

The Honorable Donald H. Rumsfeld, U.S. Secretary of Defense, signs his...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Reno State: Nevada, (NV) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: SSGT D. Myles Cullen, USAF Release Status: Released to P... More

The Honorable Donald H. Rumsfeld (center), U.S. Secretary of Defense, reads the inscription on the 2006 VFW Dwight D. Eisenhower Award that he received in recognition of his contributions towards securing the nation from foreign threats, in Reno, Nev., on Aug. 28, 2006. (DoD photo by STAFF SGT. D. Myles Cullen) (Released)

The Honorable Donald H. Rumsfeld (center), U.S. Secretary of Defense, ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Reno State: Nevada, (NV) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: SSGT D. Myles Cullen, USAF Release Status: Released to P... More

The Honorable Donald H. Rumsfeld, U.S. Secretary of Defense, addresses the VFW convention after receiving the 2006 VFW Dwight D. Eisenhower Award in recognition of his contributions towards securing the nation from foreign threats, in Reno, Nev., on Aug. 28, 2006. (DoD photo by STAFF SGT. D. Myles Cullen) (Released)

The Honorable Donald H. Rumsfeld, U.S. Secretary of Defense, addresses...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Reno State: Nevada, (NV) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: SSGT D. Myles Cullen, USAF Release Status: Released to P... More

[Severe Storms, Flooding, and Tornadoes] Forest, Ohio, September 10, 2007 -- A Sign points to the FEMA Disaster Center (DRC) set up at the local VFW Hall. Hardin and Seneca counties qualified for Federal Disaster assistance during recent flooding. John Ficara/FEMA

[Severe Storms, Flooding, and Tornadoes] Forest, Ohio, September 10, 2...

Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Massachusetts regional commanders of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) gather around the scuttlebutt aboard the USS Constitution.

Massachusetts regional commanders of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW...

CHARLESTOWN, Mass. (Mar. 14, 2008) Massachusetts regional commanders of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) gather around the scuttlebutt aboard the USS Constitution as tour guide Mass Communication Specialist 1... More

Walter Watts, of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post

Walter Watts, of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post

Walter Watts, of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3629, renders a salute during the posting of the colors performed by the Eielson Air Force Base Honor Guard during a Memorial Day service at Birch Hill Cemeter... More

U.S. Marines and sailors sit down and enjoy a steak

U.S. Marines and sailors sit down and enjoy a steak

U.S. Marines and sailors sit down and enjoy a steak lunch during the Veterans of Foreign Wars steak barbecue aboard Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., June 16. The VFW hosted the event to show appreciati... More

Soldiers, members of the Veterans Foreign Wars 10033

Soldiers, members of the Veterans Foreign Wars 10033

Soldiers, members of the Veterans Foreign Wars 10033 salute and civilians pay tribute to the flag during the National Recognition Day of Prisoners of War and Missing in Action members remembrance ceremony at th... More

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 8, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations staff briefing at VFW on Staten Island before hitting the neighbors. FEMA is working with many partners including federal, state, local and tribal governments, voluntary faith-based and community-based organizations along with the private sector to assist residents impacted by Hurricane Sandy. Eliud Echevarria/FEMA

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 8, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations staff br...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-08 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Eliud Echevarria City/State: Staten Island, NY Keywords: Prepare ^ Assistance ^ Disaster ^ FEMA ^ hurricane... More

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 8, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations staff briefing at VFW on Staten Island before hitting the neighbors. FEMA is working with many partners including federal, state, local and tribal governments, voluntary faith-based and community-based organizations along with the private sector to assist residents impacted by Hurricane Sandy. Rick Stout / FEMA

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 8, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations staff br...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-08 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Rick Stout City/State: Staten Island, NY Keywords: briefing relations Staten Island VFW ^ briefing ^ relati... More

Coast Guard memorial bench dedication

Coast Guard memorial bench dedication

STRONGSVILLE, Ohio - Coast Guard Cmdr. Jorge Martinez, deputy chief of the 9th Coast Guard District Resources and Planning Division, and John Hohne, chairman of the Memorial Committee at Veterans of Foreign War... More

Coast Guard memorial bench dedication

Coast Guard memorial bench dedication

STRONGSVILLE, Ohio - Coast Guard Cmdr. Jorge Martinez, deputy chief of the 9th Coast Guard District Resources and Planning Division, speaks with Coast Guard veteran Willy Thornton prior to a ceremony to dedicat... More

Coast Guard memorial bench dedication

Coast Guard memorial bench dedication

STRONGSVILLE, Ohio - Coast Guard Cmdr. Jorge Martinez, deputy chief of the 9th Coast Guard District Resources and Planning Division, delivers remarks during a ceremony to dedicate a Coast Guard memorial bench a... More

FEMA Community Relations staff briefing at VFW on Staten

FEMA Community Relations staff briefing at VFW on Staten

FEMA Community Relations staff briefing at VFW on Staten Island before hitting the neighbors. FEMA is working with many partners including federal, state, local and tribal governments, voluntary faith-based and... More

Local VFW post names Division West Soldier Teacher of Year

Local VFW post names Division West Soldier Teacher of Year

William Brown, center, poses for a picture with Angela Kirkpatrick, principal of Fairview/Miss Jewell Elementary School in Copperas Cove, Texas and Michael Tingley, commander of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 85... More

Master Chief Petty Officer Paul Holling, chief-of-the-mess

Master Chief Petty Officer Paul Holling, chief-of-the-mess

Master Chief Petty Officer Paul Holling, chief-of-the-mess of the Coast Guard's Cleveland-Area Chiefs Mess, speaks to members of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3345 during a meeting at the Strongsville, Ohio, po... More

U.S. Marines and Sailors with the 2nd Marine Division

U.S. Marines and Sailors with the 2nd Marine Division

U.S. Marines and Sailors with the 2nd Marine Division show SAPI plates and proper protective equipment to World War II Veterans and their families on Onslow Beach, Camp Lejeune, N.C., April 25, 2013. The 2d Ma... More

Memorial Day Address, US Air Force Photo

Memorial Day Address, US Air Force Photo

Maj. Gen. Myles Deering, the adjutant general of Oklahoma, gives the 2013 Memorial Day Address for the VFW Post 9969 service at the Sunny Lane cemetery, Del City, Okla.

The Tinker Air Force Base Honor Guard stand ready at

The Tinker Air Force Base Honor Guard stand ready at

The Tinker Air Force Base Honor Guard stand ready at the Memorial Day ceremony at the Sunny Lane cemetery, Del City, Okla.

Volunteers with the local chapters of the Veterans

Volunteers with the local chapters of the Veterans

Volunteers with the local chapters of the Veterans of Foreign Wars served up lunch to Marines and sailors aboard Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., June 27. The VFW sponsored the BBQ to show their apprec... More

Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel, left, shakes hands

Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel, left, shakes hands

Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel, left, shakes hands with Danielle Hayes, the winner of the Veterans of Foreign Wars-sponsored 2013 Voice of Democracy essay competition, during the 2013 Veterans of Foreign Wars... More

Martin L. Paulson displayed swords he collected during

Martin L. Paulson displayed swords he collected during

Martin L. Paulson displayed swords he collected during the assault and capture of Okinawa, Japan, during World War II. Paulson was awarded the Bronze Star Medal Aug. 30 for his heroism during the war. (Photo by... More

Members of the Nisei Veterans Committee march their

Members of the Nisei Veterans Committee march their

Members of the Nisei Veterans Committee march their colors onto Watkins Field during the Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash., Massing of the Colors and Patriot Day ceremony Sept. 11. Hundreds of organizations parti... More

USO-Delaware receives donation from VFW Post 9962

USO-Delaware receives donation from VFW Post 9962

Dave Skocik (second from right), Veterans of Foreign Wars Memorial Post 9962 quartermaster, presents a check for $50,000 to Joan Cote (center), director of United Service Organizations-Delaware, Sept. 19, 2013,... More

Lance Cpl. David V. Whitehead rakes leaves and grass

Lance Cpl. David V. Whitehead rakes leaves and grass

Lance Cpl. David V. Whitehead rakes leaves and grass Sept. 28 in his free time during a cemetery cleanup at Clark Veterans Cemetery, Clark Air Field, Pampanga, Republic of the Philippines. “It is important to d... More

Capt. Daniel Clark, 2-2 Stryker Brigade Combat Team,

Capt. Daniel Clark, 2-2 Stryker Brigade Combat Team,

Capt. Daniel Clark, 2-2 Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 7th Infantry Division community relations officer, shakes hands with a Puyallup, Wash., Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2224 member after presenting a U.S. fla... More

Tony Horner and Vince Parga, engineers with Engine

Tony Horner and Vince Parga, engineers with Engine

Tony Horner and Vince Parga, engineers with Engine 11 of the Benicia Fire Department help unload mulch from a tactical vehicle during an armory beautification project in Benicia, Calif., Dec. 7. The mulch was u... More

Friends of Carl Paul, a WWII veteran and former first

Friends of Carl Paul, a WWII veteran and former first

Friends of Carl Paul, a WWII veteran and former first sergeant, celebrate his 101st birthday Jan. 15, 2014, at the American Lake Veterans Campus, in Lakewood, Wash. Paul served with the 505th Parachute Infantry... More

Rear Adm. Lisa Franchetti, commander of U.S. Naval

Rear Adm. Lisa Franchetti, commander of U.S. Naval

Rear Adm. Lisa Franchetti, commander of U.S. Naval Forces Korea (CNFK), describes the achievements of U.S. military women throughout history during a ceremony held by Veterans of Foreign War post 10216 in Osan,... More

Airmen of the 509th Security Forces Squadron, Whiteman

Airmen of the 509th Security Forces Squadron, Whiteman

Airmen of the 509th Security Forces Squadron, Whiteman Air Force Base, Missouri, stand in remembrance of fallen 2nd Lt. George A. Whiteman during a wreath laying ceremony May 17, 2014, in Sedalia, Mo. Whiteman ... More

A team of volunteers hold the bottom of a huge 60 foot

A team of volunteers hold the bottom of a huge 60 foot

A team of volunteers hold the bottom of a huge 60 foot U.S. flag prior to raising it as part of a dedication ceremony held at Siouxland Freedom Park in South Sioux City, Neb. Hundreds of Vietnam Veterans partic... More

Lt. Gen. John Wissler, right, shakes hands with Al

Lt. Gen. John Wissler, right, shakes hands with Al

Lt. Gen. John Wissler, right, shakes hands with Al Pearson, a U.S. Marine Vietnam War veteran, during the Battle of Okinawa memorial ceremony June 23 at the Okinawa Peace Memorial Park in Itoman, Okinawa, Japan... More

In this image, Minuteman Brigade Chief of Staff Lt.

In this image, Minuteman Brigade Chief of Staff Lt.

In this image, Minuteman Brigade Chief of Staff Lt. Col. John Crawson (left), Round Rock Counselman George White, and other members of Post 9078 of the Veterans of Foreign Wars wave from the side of the Nationa... More

Katy Davit (right), Washington State’s VFW Voice of

Katy Davit (right), Washington State’s VFW Voice of

Katy Davit (right), Washington State’s VFW Voice of Democracy winner, meets with Linda Fairbank (left), the VFW State Surgeon, and Fred Green, the VFW State Commander, Jan. 24, 2015, at the VFW Post and Auxilia... More

Retired U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Scott Ryan, right,

Retired U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Scott Ryan, right,

Retired U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Scott Ryan, right, awards Gunnery Sgt. Trevor Nelson, 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) logistics chief, with a Meritorious Service Medal during Nelson’s retirement ceremony a... More

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