VFW MO District 3

Welcome Home Event -V.A. Hospital-Columbia (Nov. 1st)

Posted at 07:28 PM on Tuesday, October 7, 2008 by District 3

     A Welcome Home event for Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom veterans and their families will take place at the Truman V.A. Hospital in Columbia on Saturday, Nov. 1st from 3pm to 6pm.  Major General King Sidwell, Adjutant General of the Missouri National Guard, will be the featured speaker at a brief ceremony.  As many as 20 agencies and organizations will participate to assure that these latest combat veterans and their families are fully aware of the benefits and services available to them.  A variety of other activities are scheduled including a “Team Challenge” for all ages, a rock wall climb for those 16 and older, musical entertainment, gift bags and food.  For more information, contact Stephen Gaither, Public Affairs Officer at the Truman V.A. Hospital at 573-814-6308

October National General Orders

Posted at 06:10 PM on Thursday, October 2, 2008 by District 3

Proclamation by the President: Gold Star Mother's Day, 2008

Posted at 08:56 AM on Saturday, September 27, 2008 by District 3

Throughout our history, the men and women of the Armed Forces have put our Nation's security before their own, doing their duty in the face of grave danger. On Gold Star Mother's Day, we pay solemn tribute to the mothers of the patriots lost serving this great Nation.

Gold Star Mothers inspire our Nation with their deep devotion to family and country. These extraordinary women serve their communities, dedicate their time to helping members of our Armed Forces and veterans, and bring comfort and hope to families whose loved ones laid down their lives in the defense of our liberty. Nothing can compensate for their sacrifice and loss, yet Gold Star Mothers demonstrate tremendous courage and resolve while working to preserve the memory and legacy of all our fallen heroes.

Read the full story at The Source

VA Awards $7.5 Million for Missouri State Veterans Cemetery

Posted at 06:46 PM on Wednesday, September 24, 2008 by District 3

WASHINGTON – Continuing its mission of providing a final resting place for Missouri veterans, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced a $7,555,296 grant to establish a state veterans cemetery at Fort Leonard Wood, approximately 50 miles south of Jefferson City.  

“By awarding this grant to Missouri, we are closer to making the state veterans cemetery at Fort Leonard Wood a reality,” said Secretary of Veterans Affairs Dr. James B. Peake. “The veterans in this part of the state have earned the right to a dignified burial in a cemetery that commemorates their service and sacrifice.” 

The grant will pay 100 percent of the allowable costs to build the new 228-acre cemetery.  In its initial 18-acre development, the cemetery will provide 4,893 full-casket gravesites, 1,412 in-ground cremation burial sites and 1,024 columbarium niches.  The cemetery will serve more than 7,000 veterans and their family members who live in the area.

To read the full story go HERE

District 3 VSIO Recognized

Posted at 09:09 AM on Thursday, September 18, 2008 by District 3

The Platte County Sun Gazette newspaper features an article today (September 18, 2008)  about District 3 VSIO and his dedication to veteran service.


See Full Article here    If it does not load enter http://www.plattesungazette.com into your browser.

USO Style Hangar Dance

Posted at 02:26 PM on Friday, September 12, 2008 by District 3

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Platte County Proclaims VFW Day

Posted at 02:08 PM on Friday, September 12, 2008 by District 3

Members of Post 4055 and Post 7356 attended the Platte County Commission meeting Thursday September 11, 2008.  The Platte County Commission proclaimed September 29th as VFW Day in Platte County.  Pictured are:  Front Row Chaplain Joe Taloff, Ralph Shakelford Post 4055, Betty Knight Presiding Commissioner, and Robert Eckerle District 3 Commander and member of Post 7356; Second Row Marlin Legault, Dean Winter, George McClintock, Robert Kay of Post 4055, Tom Pryor 1st District Commissioner and Michael Henderson of Post 7356 and Jim Plunkett 2nd District Commissioners.  Post 4055 will celebrate this day with an Open House at the Lion’s Club in Platte City on the 29th from 8:00 a.m. to noon, Post 7356 of Parkville will celebrate the day with a dinner from 5 to 7 p.m. and Karaoke starting at 7 p.m.

Dept Commander/President Homecoming Banquet Tickets

Posted at 07:50 PM on Thursday, September 11, 2008 by District 3

This is to let you know that if you are planning to attend the Homecoming Banquet, Saturday, September 20, 2008, reservations MUST be received at VFW Headquarters by Tuesday, September 16.  The Marriott Hotel has requested a final count by 4:30 p.m. on the 16th.

IF BANQUET RESERVATIONS ARE NOT MADE BY SEPTEMBER 16, A VERY LIMITED NUMBER OF TICKETS WILL BE AVAILABLE AT THE EVENT.

Please fax completed reservation forms to 573-636-2664.  Payment can be made at the VFW desk Friday or Saturday at the Council of Administration Conference.

The reservation form is available in pdf form HERE

VFW WebCOM Department Toolbar Tour

Posted at 10:20 PM on Tuesday, September 9, 2008 by District 3

What is the VFW WebCOM Department Toolbar? What does it do? Click the video below for a tour or click here for a larger version.

Patriot Day Proclamation 2008

Posted at 02:24 PM on Monday, September 8, 2008 by District 3

A Proclamation by the President of the United States of America

September 11, 2001, was etched into America's memory when 19 terrorists attacked us with barbarity unequaled in our history. On Patriot Day, we cherish the memory of the thousands of innocent victims lost, extend our thoughts and prayers to their families, and honor the heroic men and women who risked and sacrificed their lives so others might survive.

Since 9/11, we have recognized the threat posed by terrorists to the safety of the American people and worked to protect our homeland by fighting terrorists abroad. We are confronting terrorism by advancing freedom, liberty, and prosperity as an alternative to the ideologies of hatred and repression. Our Nation pays tribute to our courageous men and women in uniform serving around the world and the devoted members of our law enforcement, public safety, and intelligence communities at home who work night and day to protect us from harm and preserve the freedom of this great Nation.

Seven years ago, ordinary citizens rose to the challenge, united in prayer, and responded with extraordinary acts of courage, with some giving their lives for the country they loved. On Patriot Day, we remember all those who were taken from us in an instant and seek their lasting memorial in a safer and more hopeful world. We must not allow our resolve to be weakened by the passage of time. We will meet the test that history has given us and continue to fight to rid the world of terrorism and promote liberty around the globe.

By a joint resolution approved December 18, 2001 (Public Law 107-89), the Congress has designated September 11 of each year as "Patriot Day."

NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim September 11, 2008, as Patriot Day. I call upon the Governors of the United States and the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, as well as appropriate officials of all units of government, to direct that the flag be flown at half-staff on Patriot Day. I also call upon the people of the United States to observe Patriot Day with appropriate ceremonies, activities, and remembrance services, to display the flag at half-staff from their homes on that day, and to observe a moment of silence beginning at 8:46 a.m. eastern daylight time to honor the innocent Americans and people from around the world who lost their lives as a result of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this eighth day of September, in the year of our Lord two thousand eight, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-third.

GEORGE W. BUSH

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