U.S. ARMY

The U.S. Army is made up of the most dedicated, most respected soldiers in the world. These soldiers protect America's Freedoms while serving at home and abroad, and they are always prepared to defend the nation in times of need.

U.S. MARINES

We are soldiers of the sea, providing forces and detachments to naval ships and shore operations. We are global leaders, developing expeditionary doctrine and innovations that set the example, and leading other countries' forces and agencies in the multinational military operations. These unique capabilities make us "First to Fight", and our nations first line of defense.

U.S. NAVY

America's Navy is a force as relevant today as it's been historically significan for the last 238 years. The times may change, the threats may become more obscure, the complex nature of 21st century life may make the demand for such presence less obvious. However, now more than ever, the Navy is something to be aware of Something to be thankful for. Something to be proud of.

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U.S. AIR FORCE

Air Force has a vision of Global Vigilance, Reach and Power. That vision orbits around three core competencies: developing airmen, technology to war fighting and integrating operations. These core competencies make our six distinctive capabilities possible.

NATIONAL GUARD

Our versatility enables us to respond to domestic emergencies, overseas combat missions, counter-drug efforts, reconstruction missions and more.

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U.S. COAST GUARD

We protect the personal safety and security of our people; the marine transportation system and infrastructure; our natural and economic resources; and the territorial integrity of our nation-from both internal and external threats, natural and man-made.

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WELCOME TO TX - DISTRICT 17

Texas Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) District 17 is home to 16 VFW Posts through Texas (Normangee, Jewett, Grimes County [Navasota], Caldwell, Brazos County [Bryan], Montgomery County [Conroe], Porter, Huntsville, Bellville, Brenham, Katy, Hearne, The Woodlands, Magnolia, College Station, Montgomery).
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, Vietnam, Kosovo, the Global War on Terrorism, or peace-keeping expeditionary campaigns. Your courage and sacrifice have made a difference in preserving and defending world peace.
 
 
Don't Forget to Like us on Facebook at @lonestarvfw and Instagram at @vfwtxdist17 
 
 

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Are You Ready for VA’s Sign-In Changes?

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After January 31, 2025, you won’t be able to sign in to My HealtheVet or other VA online services with a My HealtheVet user ID and password. You’ll need to sign in with a different secure sign-in account.

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Senate rejects PACT Act protections, sending ‘signal’ that benefits could be cut, vet group says.   Burn Pits 360, a veteran advocacy group said while the measure isn’t directly changing PACT Act care or funding, it could "signal” larger changes to veteran benefits:  https://taskandpurpose.com/news/senate-vote-pact-act/?utm_source=sailthru&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=mil-ebb

VA processes one million disability claims faster than ever before:  https://news.va.gov/press-room/va-processes-one-million-disability-claims-faster-than-ever-before/

VA Study of Brain Injuries and Mental Health Would Be Ordered Up by Senate Bill:  https://www.military.com/daily-news/2025/02/28/va-study-of-brain-injuries-and-mental-health-would-be-ordered-senate-bill.html?utm_source=sailthru&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=mil-ebb

The days of kicking the can down the road are over. We owe America’s Veterans solutions!:  https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fx.com%2Fsecvetaffairs%2Fstatus%2F1897386635467354408%3Fs=46/2/0100019568b3c7c0-1cf125bf-412d-400b-b6e8-d25db84f8191-000000/WPoGV2zJRtfU2-L_ekMVb7hOU62luzEV6PqsjCQIOhw=395

VA Secretary Doug Collins addresses Veterans benefits rumors in latest video:  https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fnews.va.gov%2F138540%2Fva-secretary-addresses-benefits-rumors-video%2F/2/010001956c078c8c-f5e49fb2-a835-44f3-b009-4a946fcf41e4-000000/J4oQADCsu2IDbNttB0Oa0OPzEm3NjyBklMnAwDpMH9M=395

What troops and retirees need to know about Tricare in 2025:  https://www.militarytimes.com/news/your-military/2025/03/05/what-troops-and-retirees-need-to-know-about-tricare-in-2025/?utm_source=sailthru&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=mil-ebb

Battleship USS Texas Finds Home in Galveston:    https://news.usni.org/2025/03/05/battleship-uss-texas-finds-home-in-galveston-ss-america-arrives-in-mobile?utm_source=sailthru&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=mil-ebb

VA secretary insists massive staff cuts needed to refocus department:  https://www.militarytimes.com/veterans/2025/03/06/va-secretary-insists-massive-staff-cuts-needed-to-refocus-department/?utm_source=sailthru&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=mil-ebb


 
 
RENEW YOUR VFW MEMBERSHIP
 
Online:
www.vfw.org  (create an account or login (You can use Troop ID!!)> My VFW > Membership Quick Links)
 
Or by phone (current members only): 1-833-VFW-VETS or 1-833-839-8387 to safely renew or convert to Life Membership over the phone with credit or debit card. Monday - Friday 8:15 am until 5 pm.
Thank you in advance for renewing and being a member of the greatest foreign war veteran organization in the world!
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 ...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.

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 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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Service Officer Support

Bob Plummer, District 17 Service Officer, discusses benefit updates.

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Chaplain's Chapel

Update from Foy Day, Texas VFW State and District Chaplain

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VFW Named as a Beneficiary of Harley-Davidson's 2025 Let's Ride Challenge

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) is proud to announce it has been named a beneficiary of the 2025 Harley-Davi...

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VFW Names 2025 Top National Teachers

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) is proud to announce the selection of the national top three teachers in its...

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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 surviving spouses 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."