U.S. ARMY

The U.S. Army is made up of the most dedicated, most respected soldiers in the world. These soldiers protect America's Freedoms while serving at home and abroad, and they are always prepared to defend the nation in times of need.

U.S. MARINES

We are soldiers of the sea, providing forces and detachments to naval ships and shore operations. We are global leaders, developing expeditionary doctrine and innovations that set the example, and leading other countries' forces and agencies in the multinational military operations. These unique capabilities make us "First to Fight", and our nations first line of defense.

U.S. NAVY

America's Navy is a force as relevant today as it's been historically significan for the last 238 years. The times may change, the threats may become more obscure, the complex nature of 21st century life may make the demand for such presence less obvious. However, now more than ever, the Navy is something to be aware of Something to be thankful for. Something to be proud of.

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U.S. AIR FORCE

Air Force has a vision of Global Vigilance, Reach and Power. That vision orbits around three core competencies: developing airmen, technology to war fighting and integrating operations. These core competencies make our six distinctive capabilities possible.

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Our versatility enables us to respond to domestic emergencies, overseas combat missions, counter-drug efforts, reconstruction missions and more.

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We protect the personal safety and security of our people; the marine transportation system and infrastructure; our natural and economic resources; and the territorial integrity of our nation-from both internal and external threats, natural and man-made.

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WELCOME TO HAMMOND MEMORIAL POST

Post 3438 - The River Rats
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 the Persian Gulf, Korea, Kosovo, the war on terrorism or peace-keeping expeditionary campaigns. Your courage and sacrifice have made a difference in preserving and defending world peace.
 

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Announcements

 Results of the 2022 Post election:

The following persons have been elected for these Post Officer positions:

1.    Commander            Joe "Skip” Ketring
2.    Sr. Vice Cmdr        Larry Burchfield
3.    Jr. Vice Cmdr        Barry Barnes          
4.    Quartermaster        Mike Muscato
5.    Chaplain             Mike Lamusga
6.    Trustee              Chris Wagoner
7.    House Committee      Mike Ryan
8.    House Committee      Sammy Reed



 


Tuesday, May 10:



	
Open, noon-close. 

	
 5:30-7:30 chicken and dumplings 

	


		

	
Wednesday, May 11:

	
Open, noon-close. 

	
12 oz. Domestic Beers, $1.75 all day. 

	
Bar bingo with free dinner: 6-8pm 

	
 

	
Thursday, May 12: 

	
Open noon-close. 

	
Dinner 6-8pm Zink's Burgers or Pork Tenderloins served with fries or onion rings and slaw $7 

	
Karaoke on the patio at 7pm

	
 

	
Friday, May 13:

	
Open noon-close. 

	
Lunch, noon-2-Cheese Steak Subs $7 

	
$2.25 Mexican beers all day! 

	
 

	
Saturday, May 14:

	
Open, 2-close: Dinner 5:30-7:30 Zink’s burger served with Brats, corn on the cob, baked beans. $7.50

	
Add a banana split $1.50

	
Raffle during dinner for Dragon's tickets, free parking and merchandise for a June game

	
 

	
Sunday, May 15:

	
Open 2-close: Free order Roosters wings with fries with purchase of a bucket of 

	
beer. $3 without beer purchase. 

	
Jumbo Shrimp cocktail with fresh made cocktail sauce and crackers $5 

	


		

	
 

	
Upcoming dinner and events: 

	
 

	
May 21:Volunteers needed! Flag placement at Evergreen Cemetery in preparation for Memorial Day.
		
10AM until finished.  Pizza will be supplied at the Post afterwards
   

	
May 21: Dinner 4Pc Rotisserie chicken BBQ on the grill, baked potato and salad $10.00

	
 

	
May 28- BBQ rib with baked potato and salad $12 dinner presale tickets will be available. 

	
 

	
May 29: Memorial Day Ceremony at Evergreen Cemetery, Food will be served at the Post

	


		

	
June 5: Car cruise in open to the public all vehicles welcomed!

	
 

	
June 18: Father's Day Steak Dinner 5-7PM

	
 

	


		

	
 

	
Every Wednesday night bar bingo with free food will have limited seating 

	
outdoors also so bring your friends and family! 


	




	


The next veteran’s breakfast is May 28th 2022  last Saturday of the month, at 10 am. 




 


Where:  KJ’s Restaurant, 35 W Center Street in Germantown.


The cost is $6.00.






 


 Appetizers & Cheryl’s
Subs are available every day for eat-in or carry-out, except during
scheduled dinners & lunches (it’s too much for the kitchen help to
handle!)




 


VFW members can access the "Members Only” section of this website by using the drop-down menu under "Login" and entering your VFW ID Number (found on your membership card) and your last name, all in lower case.  The Members Only section contains the Post By-Laws and Post General Membership Meeting minutes. 


 


We need  help in the kitchen, especially on Saturday & Sunday.  Some cooking, serving, washing dishes, cleaning and organizing things.  If you have time to volunteer, please email us or call the post any time, 937.859.3896.  We’re not asking for full time volunteers, just every once in a while! 
                                                                                                     

        

    











    

    

        

            

                


                    

                    

                

            

        

    


    

        

            

                

                    
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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.

                        
                    

                

            

        

        

            

                    

                        
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Since 2007, Burger King franchisees and their customers have contributed over $5 million to the VFW Unmet Needs program. Their generosity has been put to work, as the Unmet Needs program has provided more than $10 million in assistance to nearly 9,000 veterans and military families who came face-to-face with unexpected financial difficulties since its inception in 2004.

					  

					  

						  
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VFW Salutes Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage

                  
WASHINGTON - The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) joins the nation in celebrating Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islan...

              

              

                  
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VFW Teams Up with Project K-9 Hero to Honor Military Dogs

                  
KANSAS CITY, Mo. - The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) is proud to announce it is teaming up with Project K-9 Hero to recognize and...

              

              

                  
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OUR MISSION

        


That the purpose of this Corporation 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.