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.

NATIONAL GUARD

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

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U.S. COAST GUARD

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

 **** STARTING SEPTEMBER 1ST THE POST AND CANTEEN HOURS WILL BE AS FOLLOWS ****

                        SUNDAY                                    2pm - 9pm

                        MONDAY - THURSDSAY        12pm - 10pm
 
Bartenders are authorized to remain open to Midnight on Monday through Thursday if there are 8 or more customers (Bar or Machines) in the Post at 10:00PM

                        FRIDAY & SATURDAY              12pm - 12am 

 
 The post is accepting applications for the following positions:
            Bar Manager
            Bartenders
            Sanitation and Cleaning
***If you know someone who might be interested have them see the bartender for an application ***
 
 


Monday, September 2:    
Open, Noon-10PM 
Lunch Noon-7PM: Free Brats and Hot Dogs

Tuesday, September 3:  
Open, Noon-10PM 
Lunch: Bar Menu
6pm - Bar bingo: Please bring a side dish of your choice.
6pm - House Committee Meeting
7pm - Membership Meeting

Wednesday, September 4:    
Open, Noon-10PM 
Lunch: Grilled Ham and Cheese
7PM - Corn Hole

Thursday, September 5:
Open, Noon-10PM 
Lunch: Tuna or Chicken Salad
7pm - Auxiliary Meeting

Friday, September 6:
Open, Noon-Midnight 
Lunch - Zink Burgers

Saturday, September 7: 
Open 2PM-Midnight. 
Lunch - Bar Menu

Sunday, September 8:
Open 2pm-9PM
Lunch: Shrimp Cocktail
 
Upcoming events:
SEPTEMBER 28th (Saturday)             7pm                    Grover Slot Tournament - $40.00 entry fee

 

* Bar Bingo is held on every Tuesday night at 6pm. We are having a carry in for now on for bingo. Please bring a snack or dish to share.  :)

***Every Friday lunch 12-2pm

 
PACT ACT:  The PACT Act is a new law that expands VA health care and benefits for Veterans exposed to burn pits and other toxic substances. This law helps us provide generations of Veterans—and their survivors—with the care and benefits they’ve earned and deserve.
The Act :
(1) expands and extends eligibility for VA health care for Veterans with toxic exposures and Veterans of the Vietnam era, Gulf War era, and Post-9/11 era, and 
(2) expands eligibility for benefits for Veterans exposed to toxic substances

 
Appetizers & 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.

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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Upcoming Events

Upcoming events for VFW Post 3438. Subject to change as we get closer

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Post Schedule 2 - 8 Sep2024

Post schedule for Monday Sep 2nd through Sunday Sep 8th 2024

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Statewide News

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Job Opportunities with VFW

VFW DEPARTMENT OF OHIO POSITION VACANCY VFW Department of Ohio Administrative Support Specialist

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National News

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VFW Readies for Annual September Legislative Conference

WASHINGTON - Today, together with national leadership and staff, Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Legislative Committee members from...

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VFW Remembers the End of the Afghanistan War

WASHINGTON - It has been three years since the United States finally left Afghanistan in a calamitous and deadly withdrawal of our...

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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.