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Happy 100th Birthday American Legion!

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March 15th Marks The 100th Anniversary of The American Legion

Join VOB in wishing the American Legion a very Happy 100th Birthday! The American Legion turns 100 today, March 15. It was on this date in 1919 when the first American Legion caucus was convened in Paris, coordinated by members of the American Expeditionary Force. Weary from war and its effects, they  were concerned about their lives after discharge, the… Read more
Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day

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March 30th Marks “Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day 2019”

March 30th the nation will observe “Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day”.  March 30th marks the historic withdrawal of United States troops from Vietnam on March 30, 1973.  Please join Veteran Owned Business, our members, families and friends as we pay tribute to the valiant service of Vietnam War and Vietnam-Era Veterans. All around our great nation there will be celebrations… Read more
AFCEA Belvoir Industry Days

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Welcome to AFCEA Belvoir Industry Days 2019

Welcome to AFCEA Belvoir Industry Days 2019 Creating Innovative IT Acquisition Solutions… Defending Tomorrow, Today The Armed Forces Communication and Electronics Association (AFCEA) – Belvoir Chapter supports the Fort Belvoir community, by connecting the government with IT industry professionals. Fort Belvoir is home to over 90 diverse tenant and satellite organizations. AFCEA Belvoir members, non-members, government, academia, students, and industry… Read more
Veteran Business Battle

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Veterans Business Battle – Save the Date

Join the largest veteran-focused business plan competition in the country Save the Date: April 12-13, 2019 Fueling our nation’s military heroes to succeed in the business world (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Veterans Business Battle serves as a forum to connect veterans with investors, advisers and resources. It’s our goal to lead as many veteran-owned businesses to success as possible.… Read more

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2018 FREE Admission and Discounted Stores and Entertainment for Veterans Day Weekend

2018 FREE Admission and Discounted Stores and Entertainment for Veterans Day Weekend Visit Your Military Veterans Discounts for a full list Stores and Entertainment *Please be sure to double check all offers (call them if need be)* *Proof of military service is required at most places* View our 2018 FREE and Discounted Meals and Drinks List —————— (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle… Read more

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National Korean War Veterans Armistice Day (July 27, 2018)

Presidential Proclamation on the Anniversary of National Korean War Armistice Day, 2018 This year marks the 65th anniversary of the signing of the armistice that ended the fighting of the Korean War.  For 3 brutal years, our Armed Forces and allies fought valiantly to stop the spread of communism and defend freedom on the Korean Peninsula.  On National Korean War Veterans… Read more

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Americans Celebrate Flag Day Today; Read A Detailed History of National Flag Week and Flag Day

On June 14, 1777, the Continental Congress approved the design of a national flag. Since 1916, when President Woodrow Wilson issued a presidential proclamation establishing a national Flag Day on June 14, Americans have commemorated the adoption of the Stars and Stripes by celebrating June 14 as Flag Day. Prior to 1916, many localities and a few states had been celebrating the day for years. Congressional… Read more