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What flagstaff ornament (finial) can be used with the American Flag in a parade?

There is no mention of flagstaff heads, finials, toppers, or ornaments in the US Flag Code (Title 4); this is an observation verified by the American Legion in the flag Q&A section. However, Army Regulation 840-10, Chapter 8: “Flagstaffs and Flagstaff Heads (Finials)” offers some guidance. In section 8-2 it designates the eagle finial is … Continue reading What flagstaff ornament (finial) can be used with the American Flag in a parade?

VFW Post Adjutant

Job Description & Process Documentation OVERVIEW: “Comrade Adjutant, it shall be your duty to serve as the official corresponding officer of the Post.” RESPONSIBILITIES: Official corresponding officer for the Post. This includes: member applications, minutes, orders and circulars, a correspondence file, and officer proof of eligibility file. TASKS: JOB DESCRIPTION: TYPICAL TIMELINES (new adjutant) [minutes, … Continue reading VFW Post Adjutant

Portrait of Charles M. Pickett of New Haven, Connecticut who is running to be the 2023 VFW Connecticut Junior Vice Commander.

VFW NEW HAVEN ENDORSES COMMANDER PICKETT FOR STATE-LEVEL ELECTED POSITION

NEW HAVEN, CONN.—An Elm City veterans service organization has endorsed a local military veteran running for a state-level leadership position in the Veterans of Foreign Wars Department of Connecticut.  VFW New Haven Post 12150 endorsed Charles M. Pickett for the position of 2023 Department of Connecticut Junior Vice Commander at their January monthly member meeting.  … Continue reading VFW NEW HAVEN ENDORSES COMMANDER PICKETT FOR STATE-LEVEL ELECTED POSITION

“He’s a Liar!: Ad Hominem Attacks During a VFW Meeting

By Charles M. Pickett A while ago, I was in a conversation with fellow comrades about a VFW meeting where a VFW comrade announced his candidacy for a department-level position; unfortunately, the next recognized comrade called the candidate a “liar” and proceeded to insult the candidate. While perhaps entertaining, ad hominem (Latin for ‘to the … Continue reading “He’s a Liar!: Ad Hominem Attacks During a VFW Meeting

VFW NEW HAVEN CHARTER

Proof of Service to Establish Eligibility for VFW Membership

by Charles M. Pickett “It is imperative that we verify the eligibility of every member that signs up for the VFW, not only to comply with our Bylaws but also to maintain the integrity of the organization” (Veterans of Foreign Wars Eligibility Worksheet) The Veterans of Foreign Wars is an exclusive veteran service organization. Membership … Continue reading Proof of Service to Establish Eligibility for VFW Membership