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Jan 17 2020

Lawrence, Gallucci, Eshenbaugh Named to HillVets 100 Class of 2019

WASHINGTON – Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Washington Office Executive Director B.J. Lawrence, National Veterans Service Director Ryan Gallucci and VFW Department of Texas Service Officer Terry Eshenbaugh were named to the HillVets 100 Class of 2019. “I wouldn’t expect anything less from B.J. Ryan and Terry, three dedicated and committed leaders who fight and advocate for our nation’s veterans,” said VFW National Commander William “Doc” Schmitz. “These gentlemen are the...

Jan 17 2020

VFW Remembers the Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) honors the remarkable legacy of civil rights pioneer Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. “This Martin Luther King Jr. Day, let us pause to remember the courage, dedication, and perseverance of Dr. King and his role in leading the civil rights movement when tension within our society was extremely high,” said VFW National Commander William “Doc” Schmitz. “Our nation would not have matured to where it is today without Dr. King’...

Jan 16 2020

‘Be Prepared’

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, or PTSD, is a gripping concern for our nation’s veterans. For me personally, belief in God is what gave me victory over PTSD. Prior to my encounter with God I tried dealing with my PTSD by drinking heavily. I know that belief in God is not the cure-all for PTSD, but it can help. Much has been written about PTSD therapies such as with dogs, horses, dancing, artistic painting and mental counseling. I discount none of these as they have helpe...

Jan 15 2020

Responding to the 2020 Census is Critical for Vets

Military veterans are a diverse and thriving group of people who contribute in many ways to communities across the United States. They are teachers, business owners, public servants, volunteers, civic leaders, and they serve in other ways. In the spring, veterans can continue to shape the future of their communities by being counted in the 2020 Census. A count every decade of people who live in the nation is required by the U.S. Constitution. The data collected by the U...