Important Announcements
This section is dedicated to quick announcements. Items here are short notice and are not long term.
Upcoming Events
Members, their guests, and the Public are welcome to attend all our programs, so make sure to invite your neighbors.
Buddy Poppies
Before Memorial Day in 1922, the VFW conducted their first poppy distribution,
becoming the first veterans' organization to organize a nationwide distribution. The poppy soon was adopted
as the official memorial flower of the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States, as it remains today.
Veteran Outreach
Coming home doesn't mean the battle is over. With over 10 times the amount of veterans lost to suicide than to combat operations in the same time period,
there has never been a more important time to TAKE A STAND and DO something to support our veterans!! If you or someone you know is suffering from PTSD,
we have people that have shared a similar experience and are ready to help.
Membership
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.
ABOUT US
Martin D Denson VFW Post 6873 is dedicated to supporting those who sacrifice so much for this country's veterans, service members in the US Armed Forces, and their families.
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"Patriotism is not short, frenzied outbursts of emotion, but the tranquil and steady dedication of a lifetime."
I agree wholeheartedly that it is the dedication of a lifetime that defines true patriotism.
You all have given not only your time, dedication and effort, but—most importantly—your very being to the protection
and advancement of this great country. You work tirelessly for the rights of the veterans who serve our country,
while conducting the nation’s finest civic training to instill young future leaders with the knowledge, understanding
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WELCOME TO VFW POST 6873
Teamwork ~ Leadership ~ Commitment
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.
WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING
Inspirational testimonials and quotes
"In the End, we will remember not the words of our enemies, but the silence of our friends."
"That from these honored dead we take increased devotion to that cause for which they gave the last full measure of
devotion—that we here highly resolve that these dead shall not have died in vain—that this nation, under God,
shall have a new birth of freedom—and that government of the people, by the people, for the people, shall not perish from the
earth. - President Abraham Lincoln "
"Ask not what your country can do for you, ask you can do for your country. - President John F Kennedy"
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Post Information
Information for Post 6873 Members
District 8 Information
Information for District 8 Members
Officers
Commander - Melvin Harper
Sr. Vice Commander - Cedrick Shells
Jr. Vice Commander - James Masters
District Meetings
August 6, 2022 Eastland VFW Post 4136 - Called Meeting
October 22, 2022 - Brownwood VFW Post 3278
February 4, 2023 - Anson VFW Post 8929
April 1, 2023 - Abilene VFW Post 6873 - District Convention
Statewide News
Sample News & Info from your department
VOD State Winners
Click on the link and listen to all the State winning VOD Students.
Veterans of Foreign Wars updated Fact Sheet
As the nation's oldest major veterans' organization, the VFW has an impeccable and longstanding
record of service and stewardship.
National News
Important info from National VFW
NRAEF, VFW Team Up for Second Hospitality Career Connection
KANSAS CITY, Mo. —
The Veterans of Foreign Wars of the U.S. and the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (NRAEF) are teaming up to help service members, veterans and their spouses explore career opportunities and apply for openings...
VFW Continues Opposition to Individual Unemployability Cuts
KANSAS CITY, Mo. –
Yesterday, during a hearing of the Senate Committee on Veterans' Affairs the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the U.S. testified in strong opposition
to a provision of President Trump’s budget proposal, which would cut up to $22,000 from the annual compensation of severely disa...
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.
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I may not always believe in and trust our government, but I will ALWAYS believe and trust the American Soldier. You have taken a sacred oath to protect the many FREEDOMS that so many of us take for granted. Please understand that I am grateful for your sacrifice(s) and your service on my behalf. It is an honor to call you "My Countrymen".
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Martin D. Denson
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The Veterans of Foreign Wars, better known as the VFW, was originally founded in 1899 as the American Veterans of Foreign Service
and is a voice for returning and currently deployed service members and their families. The 2.4 million members of the VFW and its Auxiliaries are located
in 8,500 VFW posts around the world. We welcome everyone who meets VFW eligibility requirements, regardless of age, race, religion, or gender.
Post 6873 is dedicated to supporting those who sacrifice so much for this country's veterans, service members in the US Armed Forces, and their families.
Our purpose shall be fraternal, patriotic, historical and educational; to preserve and strengthen comradeship among our 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, whomsoever.
