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What does VFW mean?
The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), formally the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States, is an organization of U.S. war veterans, who, as military service members fought in wars, campaigns, and expeditions on foreign land, waters, or airspace.
How did the VFW get its name?
The VFW traces its roots to 1899 when veterans of the Spanish-American War and the Philippine Insurrection formed local organizations to assist them in securing medical care and other benefits. Some of the groups banded together and in 1914, formed the VFW, which received a congressional charter in 1936.
What does the VFW logo mean?
The VFW Logo This logo includes an artistic representation of service stripes, easily recognizable insignia indicative of military service. The gallant gold represents our members’ achievements, acts of valor and the unique VFW eligibility status they’ve earned. Further, it epitomizes our gold standard of service.
What’s the difference between the American Legion and the VFW?
American Legion was established as a WAR TIME post and their bylaws require that a member have served DURING a time of war or certain conflicts established by congress. The VFW is not ALL for veterans of a foreign war. The VFW has the highest proportion of combat veterans of either American Legion or Amvets.
What is a VFW Gold Circle member?
Gold Circle members are part of a very select group of Americans who faithfully support our nation’s veterans and service members. It is because of your membership in this group that I know how much you respect America’s veterans.
Who funds the VFW?
As a nonprofit organization, the VFW Foundation receives no government funding. We rely solely on individual donations and corporation sponsorships.
Who can belong to VFW?
You must be a veteran who has honorably served overseas in an area of foreign conflict in order to join the VFW. However, if you are not eligible for VFW membership but are the parent, grandparent, spouse, sibling, child or grandchild of a qualifying veteran, you can apply for membership in the VFW Auxiliary.
What does the VFW Cross of Malta mean?
The Cross of Malta is VFW’s emblem. The cross can trace its lineage back to the Crusades and the first brotherhood of warriors called the Knights of St. John. The knights represented all walks of life, but were united by a solemn pledge of unwavering courage and compassion.
What does a white VFW hat mean?
One question among VFWs is the significance of the White Hat that a few of the members wore. The answer is that every year Department selects Commanders and Quartermasters that have met certain criteria and gives them a White Hat as an award. Only a handful are given each year, so it is a significant achievement.
How much is a life membership in the VFW?
Life Membership Installment Plan Terms and Conditions: The VFW life membership installment plan allows any VFW member/applicant to purchase a life membership by making an initial payment of $45.00 and (11) monthly payments. The member will be issued an annual membership card at the time of enrollment.
Who can go to the VFW?
What is a VFW member at large?
Further, your VFW membership establishes your place in the VFW legacy that dates back to our founding in 1899. Your dues of just $45.00 will cover the cost of your membership for a full calendar year as a Member-At-Large for your state. ($1.98 of your membership dues goes toward your VFW magazine subscription.)