Springdale Post No. 9617 VFW

WELCOME TO SPRINGDALE POST NO. 9617

Veterans of Foreign Wars - Stamford CT

As yesterday's defenders of freedom, we want to welcome today's military service members into our ranks. Our common bond is the battlefield, whether it is service in WWII, Korea, Vietnam, Kosovo, Persian Gulf, the war on terrorism or peace-keeping expeditionary campaigns. Your courage and sacrifice have made a difference in preserving and defending world peace.

Stamford Veterans Resource Center

Stamford Old Town Hall, 175 Atlantic Street

A place for veterans and their families to be empowered, directed, and connected to available resources and services. Located at Stamford Old Town Hall (175 Atlantic Street).

The hours of the center are from 10:00am – 1:00pm on Tuesdays & Thursdays

Veterans Luncheon

Stamford Government Center

As a token of our appreciation, we cordially invite all veterans to lunch on Monday, November 20, 2023 from 11:30 am - 1:00 pm at the Government Center 888 Washington Blvd, 4th Floor.

JFK Commemoration

Remember And Honor The 35Th President Of The Unite

This year marks the 60th anniversary of the assassination of former President Kennedy. We are honored to have Kieran Edmondson, Stamford resident and Receptionist at the Stamford Veterans Resource Center share his reflections about President Kennedy.

JFK

IN-COUNTRY

A satirical reflection by Author/Artist Phil Fehrenbacher

Phil enlisted in the Army in 1965 where you served for years in Vietnam. He became a graphic designer and has worked for the state of Oregon for 26 years. He retired in 2003 and started the Cartoon "In-Country". The cartoons reflect his experiences during his tour of duty in South Vietnam.

There is a new cartoon everyday.

DONATE TO SPRINGDALE POST NO. 9617

Our programs support our service members while they are on the front line, as they are being discharged and long after they return. Your tax-deductible donation will be immediately directed to the VFW programs where your support is most urgently needed.

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Announcements

Upcoming Events

Holiday Dinner, Wednesday, 20 December 2023, 5:30 pm, Belltown Fire Department.

News

In Photos: Stamford honors its veterans with a parade and remembrance.

Useful Links

Stamford Veterans Resource Center

Department of Veterans Affairs

The Pact Act

CT Department Newsletter

Veterans Memorial Park

Honor Flight CT

VFW Fact Sheet

VFW Action Corps Weekly

Connecticut State Department of Veterans Affairs

Military Order of the Purple Heart - Purple Heart Trail

SITE SPONSORS

Thank you to the following who support our Veterans. Click on the logo(s) below for more information.

Post News

Important Info for Post9617 Members

Stamford 2023 Veterans Day Parade

In Photos: Stamford honors its veterans with a parade and remembrance

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Stamford Classic Car Show

WWII War Veteran Marvin Lawrence, Korean War Veteran James Lyles and Vietnam Veteran Chris Munger honored at the Stamford Classic Car Show

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District News

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Statewide News

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CT Veterans

Access Government Services Faster and Easier. The Connecticut Department of Veterans Aﬀairs Mobile Application allows Connecticut Veterans and residents to access crisis assistance by phone, text, and online chat.

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No One Knows how I Feel

Luster & McCoy - No One Knows How I Feel (Patriotic Tribute) aka "You Are Not Alone"

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National News

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VFW Remembers Pearl Harbor

WASHINGTON - Dec. 7 is National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, and the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) encourages all Americans to p...

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VFW Action Alert: Stop Claim Sharks Now

A Claim Shark is an individual or company that charges hefty fees to "assist" or "consult" veterans and survivors with filing their VA benefits cla...

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Membership Details

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

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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