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“America's veterans have served their country with the belief that democracy and freedom are ideals to be upheld around the world. “ — John Doolittle

Veterans Benefits

Veterans need VHIC for in-person Commissary, Military Exchange, MWR access Starts on January 1st, 2020 Look under Benefits and Services

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BUDDY POPPIES

In Flanders Fields, the poppies blow, Between the crosses row on row, That mark our place and in the sky, The larks, still bravely singing, fly Scarce heard amid the guns below. We are the Dead. Short days ago, We lived, felt the dawn, saw sunset glow, Loved and were loved and now we lie, In Flanders fields. Take up our quarrel with the foe: To you, from failing hands, we throw The torch; be yours to hold it high. If ye break faith with us who die We shall not sleep, though poppies grow, In Flanders fields. In Flanders Fields by John McCrae

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.

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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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New Education Benefit for PA National Guard

Members of the Pennsylvania National Guard are encouraged to take advantage of the new Military Family Education Program, or PA GI Bill, which is now open for enrollment.

New expanded access to Commissary, Exchange

Dod answer 10 top questions on expanded commissary, exchange, and MWR Access

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WELCOME TO MOUNTAIN LAUREL VFW POST 8612

No one does more for Veterans
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 World War II, Korea, Vietnam, the Persian Gulf, Kosovo, Afghanistan, Iraq, the war on terrorism or peace-keeping expeditionary campaigns. Your courage and sacrifice have made a difference in preserving and defending world peace.
 

Announcements

FOR THOSE OF YOU THAT WOULD LIKE TO ATTEND. Next District Meeting is in Tobyhanna on February 16th 2:00 PM
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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.

Assistance & Benefits

Assistance & Benefits

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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Post News

Important Info for Post8612 Members

Autumn Baker wins Voice of Democracy essay contest

From the Pike County Courier Milford. Autumn's essay was submitted to the Pennsylvania Veterans of Foreign Wars District 20, which includes Pike, Monroe, Carbon, and North Hampton counties, and emerged the winner. She was one of 23 students chosen out of 3,700 essays from all over the state. Autumn will represent the district in the Department of Pennsylvania’s contest.

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America had never been so gravely wounded

From the Pike County Courier Pearl Harbor remembered: Community joins with military groups to honor those lost 77 years ago

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District News

Important Info for District 20 Members

Governor Declares State of Emergency

COVID-19: Gov. declares an emergency, two cases found in PA

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Autumn Baker wins Voice of Democracy essay contest

Milford. Autumn's essay was submitted to the Pennsylvania Veterans of Foreign Wars District 20, which includes Pike, Monroe, Carbon, and North Hampton counties, and emerged the winner. She was one of 23 students chosen out of 3,700 essays from all over the state. Autumn will represent the district in the Department of Pennsylvania’s contest.

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Autumn Baker wins Voice of Democracy essay contest

From the Pike County Courier Milford. Autumn's essay was submitted to the Pennsylvania Veterans of Foreign Wars District 20, which includes Pike, Monroe, Carbon, and North Hampton counties, and emerged the winner. She was one of 23 students chosen out of 3,700 essays from all over the state. Autumn will represent the district in the Department of Pennsylvania’s contest.

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America had never been so gravely wounded

From the Pike County Courier Pearl Harbor remembered: Community joins with military groups to honor those lost 77 years ago

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National News

Important info from National VFW

Veterans Need Support Especially in a Pandemic

GEORGETOWN, Texas - Even in a pandemic, veteran...

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The VFW Podcast Debuts Today

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - The Veterans of Foreign Wars began its next journey of communicating with veterans, service members and militar...

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OUR MISSION

That the purpose of this Post 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.