VOICE OF DEMOCRACY

Students from grades 9-12 are being sought for a writing competition. The deadline for entries is October 31st. See the attached application for more details.

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PATRIOT'S PEN

Students from grades 6-8 are being sought for a writing competition. The deadline for entries is October 31st. See the attached application for more details.

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Queen of Hearts

The drawing is returning on a limited basis. There will be a drawing on Wednesdays at 6 pm starting on August 12th.

Patriotic Display

Old Glory proudly displayed on a hand-carved pole.

Tuesday Golf For Veterans

Looking for an excuse to get out of the house in the fresh air? NAVSTA Great Lakes has set aside times on Tuesdays for Veterans to enjoy golf. Tee times are required and some restrictions apply.

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Post Reopening

New operation hours are 11 am to Close Tuesday through Saturday. Sunday from 9 am to 5 pm and closed on Mondays. Come out to enjoy video gaming and an additional outside area for sitting. Masks are required while using gaming machines.

9/11 Monument Project

We have a welcomed addition to our planned 9/11 Memorial. Donations are being accepted to offset the costs of the monument and site development. A dedication ceremony is being planned for September 11th.

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Veteran Designation DL

A new law has made it easy to get Veteran distinction on your next IL Driver's License.

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American Forces Travel

Travel benefits are now extended to Disabled Veterans, Purple Heart Recipients, former Prisoners of War and Primary Family Caregivers.

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TLS Veterans

This nonprofit organization is dedicated to assisting Veterans and their families. See their website at www.tlsveterans.org. A Lake County office is coming soon.

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VAC News

If you have an email, sign up for the Veterans Assistance Commission News. The news contains a lot of information and helpful links for Veterans. Use the link below to sign up.

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Buddy Poppies

"To honor the dead by helping the living." The Buddy Poppy - small red flower symbolic of the blood shed in World War I. With help from the VFW, the "Little Red Flower" continues to benefit the needy. Thanks to the Zion and Winthrop Harbor communities for your donations during our most recent drive. 100% collected goes towards Veteran support.

Free Legal Advice

Do you need legal advice but don't know where to turn? Illinois Armed Forces Legal Aid Network (AFLAN) can help.

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Service Records

If you need access to your service records, start here.

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BURN PIT EXPOSURE

Are Burn Pits the Agent Orange for the Nation’s Youngest Veterans? If you feel you have been exposed while on active duty, you are encourage to get your name on the National registry.

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WE REMEMBER

God Bless all the active duty service men and women stationed around the world. We are grateful for those that gave the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.

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. Stop by the post if you are interested in joining.

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WELCOME TO WINTHROP HARBOR MEMORIAL POST

Open from 10 am to Close Tuesday - Saturday. 9am-5pm Sunday. Closed on Monday.
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.
 

Announcements

Welcome back to the Post.  Enjoy video gaming and a newly established outside sitting area in addition to the inside air conditioned canteen. 
 

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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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Post News

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Welcome to the post. You must be 21 years or older to enter the canteen area.

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Veterans Assistance Commission

Here in Lake County, Illinois, we appreciate the dedication and commitment of the men and women who have served in the United States Military. In honor of your service, we have numerous resources to help support you and your families. You have served your country; now let us work for you.

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District News

Important Info for District 5 Members

Youth Program Competitions

Students can participate in a writing competition for local prizes and recognition. Winners can eventually get National recognition.

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Video Gaming Precautions

There are policies in place to keep you safe while video gaming.

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National News

Important info from National VFW

Hal Roesch II Elected VFW's New National Commander

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - Hal Roesch II, of Hampton, Virginia, was installed as the Veterans of Foreign Wars' 112th national commander to...

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More Than 1 Million Meals Raised for Food Pantries in Need

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - The Veterans of Foreign Wars is proud to announce its 2020 "Uniting to Combat Hunger" campaign has raised more ...

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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.