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Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), organization created (1899) at Columbus, Ohio, by veterans of the Spanish-American War Spanish-American War, 1898, brief conflict between Spain and the United States arising out of Spanish policies in Cuba. It was, to a large degree, brought about by the efforts of U.S. expansionists. ..... Click the link for more information. . It received a charter from Congress in 1936. The organization later admitted veterans who saw action in subsequent wars and U.S. military expeditions. At the close of World War II, the VFW vastly increased its membership; it now rivals the American Legion American Legion, national association of male and female war veterans, founded (1919) in Paris. Membership is open to veterans of World Wars I and II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War. ..... Click the link for more information. in size and influence. The organization's program is devoted to the rehabilitation of disabled veterans, protection of national security through maximum military strength, and promotion of patriotism and community service activity. It has a membership of nearly 2 million (1999). How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| That gathering was hosted by the park district, Veterans of Foreign Wars Simi Valley Post 10049, Disabled American Veterans Chapter 55, the Ventura County Marine Corps Detachment 597 and the Kiwanis Club of Simi Valley. The American Legion, the Veterans of Foreign Wars, AMVETS and the Paralyzed Veterans of America have joined the DAV in forming the Veterans Coalition, Inc. India Peaceful Atomic Energy Cooperation Act has received support from numerous veterans groups across America including Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States, The Retired Enlisted Association, American Military Society, Reserve Officers Association, Korean War Veterans, Armed Forces Top Enlisted Association, Reserve Enlisted Association, and The Gold Star Wives of America. |
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