VFW POST #369 Mexico

Living U.S. Veterans who served on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces at any time during the period of November 1, 1955, to May 15, 1975, regardless of location, are eligible to receive one lapel pin.
As a unique alternative during this challenging period, The Vietnam War Commemoration is encouraging Vietnam Veterans to submit a request for their lapel pin via email at [email protected]. At the earliest opportunity, Veterans will receive a lapel pin in the mail.
Normally, these lapel pins are presented during a dignified, public ceremony to individual Vietnam Veterans. However, given the global pandemic, most commemorative events have been postponed, while others have been rescheduled for next year.

National Vietnam War Veterans Day is March 29. Organizers canceled or postponed many events to slow the spread of COVID-19 through social distancing. Veterans are encouraged to stay connected and participate in virtual events.
Here are some links to virtual events-
VA will also release two short videos on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/VeteransAffairs, Twitter at https://twitter.com/DeptVetAffairs and Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/deptvetaffairs/.
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund will host an online commemoration March 29 with a live webcast and messages of thanks at https://www.facebook.com/VietnamVeteransMemorialFund/.
Vietnam Veterans of America
Vietnam Veterans of America, or VVA, wants to see photos, poems, artwork and music on their page March 27. The comment with the most “Likes” will win a prize from the national office.
Vietnam Veterans can share their favorite C-Ration recipe or meal on the VVA page March 30. The winner with the most “Likes” will win a prize from the national office.
Its page is at https://www.facebook.com/VietnamVeteransofAmerica/.
Veterans of Foreign Wars
Veterans of Foreign Wars will have a virtual event March 29 on their page at https://www.facebook.com/events/2839254569495278/. They encourage people to share appreciation for Vietnam Veterans on that day.
Memorial unveiling
The National POW/MIA Monument to those from the Vietnam War unveiling is now virtual. Ralph Galati, former prisoner of war in the Hanoi Hilton, will be a featured speaker at the online event. The event is noon March 29 on the Philadelphia Vietnam Veterans Memorial page at https://www.facebook.com/pvvmfund/.

National Vietnam War Veterans Day is March 29. Organizers canceled or postponed many events to slow the spread of COVID-19 through social distancing. Veterans are encouraged to stay connected and participate in virtual events. For Veterans with a Facebook account, they can download a frame at http://www.facebook.com/profilepicframes/?selected_overlay_id=1283448505177118 to place a picture and show their pride for serving. The frame shows the Vietnam War Veteran day pin and the text “Proud Vietnam War Veteran.”
For anyone who wants to show appreciation for Vietnam War Veterans, an additional frame is at http://www.facebook.com/profilepicframes/?selected_overlay_id=539877446965802. The frame shows the Vietnam War Commemoration logo and the text “I support Vietnam War Veterans.”

Commemorating National Vietnam War Veterans Day - Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund We want to ensure that our Vietnam War Veterans are given the honor and respect that rightfully deserve. While current events unfolding across the country and the world have made it impossible for us to gather in person to show our gratitude, VVMF has decided to create a virtual Commemoration for Na...

VFW FISH FRY @ EDICK-HAMLINK Post #369, Mexico NY is CANCELLED DUE TO CORONA VIRUS PRECAUTIONS!

Fish dinners at VFW POST #369 Mexico. Starts at 4 pm till gone. March 13th. Come out and Support our Veterans. Thank you!

On Friday, March 6th leave the kitchen behind and instead treat yourself to dinner at the Mexico VFW POST #369 and Support Your Veterans Fish Fry. The event is a fundraiser for the Veterans.

Fish dinners at VFW POST #369 Mexico. Starts at 4 pm till gone. Tonight February 28th Come out and Support our Veterans. Thank you!

Trump Makes Vietnam Veterans Day Official Holiday Americans celebrate Vietnam Veterans Day annually on March 29 thanks to a measure signed into law by President Donald Trump in 2017.

Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and wonderful holiday season! We thank you for your service.

DANVILLE, Ill. (Dec. 17, 2019) - Marines from Company B, 1st Battalion, 24th Marines out of Terre Haute, Ind. carry the casket of Marine Reserve Pfc. Jack Van Zandt out of the Sunset Funeral Home in Danville, Ill. on Dec. 17. Naval Station Great Lakes Chaplain Lt. Mark Thompson, who officiated at the chapel service, stands at attention. Van Zandt died in combat in 1943 with the 2nd Marine Division during the Battle of Tarawa in the Pacific theater of World War II. His remains were recently recovered and returned to the United States. (U.S. Navy photo by John Sheppard/Released) More: https://www.dvidshub.net/news/356674/long-road-home-wwii-marines-remains-return-home-illinois

3 sailors killed in NAS Pensacola shooting showed 'exceptional heroism,' Navy says The U.S. Navy has identified the three sailors who died in the shooting at Naval Air Station Pensacola on Friday.

Message from Kenneth Bundy
To all my Facebook friends, especially my Nine Mile family. I have posted information for this years Honor Dinner. So many of you have donated so much the last four years to this program. I would love to have you join us on this special night. Thank everyone that has helped the last few years. I hope you can honor us with your presence, if your schedule does not permit may you have the merriest of Christmas's and the Happiest of New years.
"Lest we forget"

This Friday, hope to see you there.

Many of us look forward to the beauty of winter and all the season has to offer, snowboarding, snowmobiling, skating or just sitting by a cozy fire with a great book watching the snow falling. Unfortunately for our soldiers, homeless veterans and the Syracuse VA hospitalized veterans this season is dreaded. Shelter, warm clothing and meals are in great demand to shield them against the brutality of the winter season.
Every year for the past 15 years I have been the Hospital Chairman and have raised money to purchase the much needed clothing items for our veterans through my Project: Sweats for Vets. I am pleased to announce that this year I raised $2, 500 and have been busy shopping and delivering these items. Thank You to all who gave so generously.
Now I am preparing to make their Christmas a little brighter by trying to fill their wish list. Each year we purchase and fill 125 Christmas Stockings and deliver them to all of the patients in the hospital. We fill the stockings with crossword puzzle books, pens, pocket calendars, clippers, etc. We are dressed in our Elf Apparel and deliver them to the hospital with Eggnog, Cookies and goodies in the middle of December. They love the items but most of all the visits and shenanigans we pull while there.
The Mexicali Quilters make Quilted Lap Robes, Wheelchair Bags and they also make handmade stockings and stuff them BUT these stockings are handed out on Christmas morning so our veterans know they are not forgotten on this special day. The items are absolutely beautiful. Such wonderful, caring ladies.
Much needed items are always personal care products, skull caps worn at night by the elderly to warm their heads, hats, mittens, scarves, Zippered Hoodies, long sleeve T’s, Puffy Vests and sweats. This year the Spinal Cord Injury Unit has asked for Board Games, Puzzles, Cards, Books and mind occupying objects.
If anyone wishes to donate items they must be new per hospital protocol for safety and health reasons.
Anyone who wants to make a donation can make the check payable to VFW Post 369 Auxiliary, Earmarked VA Hospital Christmas Donation and deliver or mail to VFW Post 369 Auxiliary, PO Box 1001, Mexico, NY 13114.
Alone I can move an ant hill for our veterans - united a mountain!!!!!
Mary A. Reeser, Hospital and VAVS Hospital Chairman

Mexico National Guard Soldier Receives New Rank, New Responsibilities Major General Ray Shields, the Adjutant General for the State of New York, announces the recent promotion of members of the New York Army National Guard in recognition of their capability for addit...

September 7th, Crazy Cash Fund Raiser Noon - 4pm
Food * Raffles * Cash Prizes
This is an event you certainly don't want to miss! “Super Crazy Cash” A donation of $20 for a chance to win 50 CASH PRIZES! Food is included with the price of crazy cash ticket as well as beer, and soda. Doors open at 12pm before the event begins so arrive early, introduce yourself and grab a good seat. Cash drawings begin at 4pm. Other fun prizes will be raffled off as well as more chances to enter into crazy cash. So come spend the day with us, have some fun, lots of laughs, win prizes and cold hard cash on Saturday, September 7th, 2019. You don't have to be present to win but have to be in it to win it so buy your tickets today!!! Stop by Mexico VFW Post # 369 5930 Scenic Ave, Mexico, NY and purchase your tickets and to see our many prize breakdowns. Thank you for continuing to support your Veterans.
50 Cash Prizes
1st Prize: $2500 5- $200 prizes
2nd Prize: $1500 10- $150 Prizes
3rd Prize: $1000 10- $100 prizes
4th Prize: $500 10- $50 Prizes
5th Prize: $250 10- $25 Prizes
Tickets $20 Donation

A soldier from Central New York has been killed in action in Afghanistan.

Rest in Peace, Sgt. James G. Johnston.

The 24-year-old from Trumansburg, Tompkins County, died Tuesday in a firefight with Taliban militants.

(Photo: Dept of Defense).

PTSD is not a combat issue, it’s a human issue. Military service, combat action, neither are a prerequisite to be afflicted with this problem.

Reach out to a friend, a friend who might need a little reminder that you’re there and they’re not alone.

VFW POST #369 Mexico updated their phone number.