American Legion Auxiliary-Sitka, Alaska

Still wrestling with my page... toggled to my tablet but cannot update from my pc

Not sure who posted the picnic time and date but picnic will be on 28th July, 2013. I will try to redo the event.

VFW Auxiliary-National Organization

United we stand!

VFW Statement on Boston Bombing

“Most folks will never experience the euphoria of crossing a finish line, but we can all share in the grief and anger that yesterday’s tragic terror bombing of the Boston Marathon produced. Our hearts and prayers are with Boston and our friends, families and visitors who came to celebrate Patriots’ Day and tremendous human achievement, but who now leave wounded inside and out, or worse. As a nation, we cannot allow our great ability to heal to also become a liability. Our resiliency must not turn into complacency, because America’s enemies will neither forgive, forget or stop. The Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States fully supports our nation’s law enforcement officials who will bring those responsible for this senseless and cowardly act to justice.”

John E. Hamilton
Commander-in-Chief

Our new Commander is George House! If there is anything the Auxiliary can do to make your time in office easier, please just let us know.

Timeline Photos

American Legion Auxiliary-Sitka, Alaska's cover photo

Marine awarded Bronze Star for leadership in Afghanistan

15thmeu.marines.mil USS GREEN BAY – The Marine Corps continues to solidify its place in history through exemplary achievement and sacrifice of the country’s bravest men and women. Marines distinguish themselves on a daily basis.

RC-East

BAGRAM, Afghanistan – The 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) ,known famously as the "Screaming Eagles," assumed responsibility of the combined joint task force in eastern Afghanistan March 14, in a ceremony on Bagram Airfield. see full story: http://www.rc-east.com/news/item/1308-101st-airborne-division-assumes-command-in-afghanistan

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"Think outside the box. Take real risks. And work together to make big, bold commitments to hire our veterans and military spouses and help them reach their full potential within your companies. Show them that your business is there for them for the long haul." —First Lady Michelle Obama to business leaders. Watch: http://wh.gov/o0NM

RIP

Photo of the Day: Michael W. Webster served in the U.S. Army from 1962-1968. He was killed in action on February 6, 1968 in Vietnam. Thank you for your service and rest in peace, Michael.

U.S. Army

Scout teams board the Chinook helicopter that took them to the the first Inaugural Gainey Cup Scout Competition that began March 5 at US Army Fort Benning. US Army photo Patrick A. Albright

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Country music star Brantley Gilbert will be going on his first USO tour this year! Read more here: http://bit.ly/152tXz6

Please sign the card!!

Help the USO thank America's wounded troops! Click the link and add your name to our thank you card: http://bit.ly/10TjLME

Go Ladies, Go!!!

From the first enlisted female, Opha Mae Johnson, to the Marine Corps Women’s Reserve of 1943, to the Female Engagement Teams (FET) of present day, women continue serve our Corps with honor. http://bit.ly/14CqJSP

VFW Auxiliary-National Organization

Wish some of the ladies here in Sitka would help me with this!

In honor of International Womens' Month, we will be posting historical photos from the LAVFW vault. Please take a look at the LAVFW History photo album - new photos added every Thursday!

Legion reacts to allegations by VA whistleblower

legion.org National commander calls for 'thorough investigation' into accusations that Department of Veterans Affairs suppressed evidence of links between Gulf War Illness, environmental hazards to which servicemembers were exposed.

What made you want to enter the service? Got pics? :)

U.S. Marine Corps

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Good morning, Chesty, wherever you are.

National Veterans Art Museum

Question for the general public: What do you "expect" to see when you visit a place called the National Veterans Art Museum? We want to use this to develop some poll questions soon.

American Legion Auxiliary National Headquarters

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We've surpassed 6,000 Likes! Thanks to our fans we are growing every day. Thanks for your help. Let's keep spreading the word!

U.S. Marine Corps

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“The Marine Corps is the military arm of the Navy.”

— Archibald Henderson, 1834

Goodmorning, Fellow Americans! Welcome to Friday! :-)

Wonderful pix!

Thanks, Guys!

Right now, your Navy is 100% on watch around the globe helping to preserve the American way of life. See how we're operating forward at http://ow.ly/gW2Ac

The Ouster of Mattis: Some Follow-Up Details and a White House Response | Marine Corps Gazette

mca-marines.org The Marine Corps Association is the professional association for ALL Marines. The MCA publishes Leatherneck Magazine and the Marine Corps Gazette for the professional development and connectivity to the Corps for Marines - present, past, and future. The MCA also owns The Marine Shop, which supplies...

POTUS

"I want to take a look one more time" —President Obama takes a moment to look back at the crowd following the inaugural ceremony at the U.S. Capitol: http://wh.gov/inauguration

CrossFit

Rest Day.

Photo: "Chris Bannister, USMC. 50 L-pull-ups for time. Six days after stepping on an IED"

http://www.crossfit.com/mt-archive2/008724.html

Standing order: Wounded Soldier follows through on goal to greet his returning platoon

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Welcome Home!!

CLICK LIKE to WELCOME HOME soldiers from the Utah National Guard’s First Battalion, 211th Aviation -- who just returned from deployment to Afghanistan!

What tips do you have for these and other returning warriors? Post here!

Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund

Left at The Wall by a group of Native Americans, this blanket represents warmth and safety.

Jobs for Vets : VFW North Carolina

vfwnc.org Are you a veteran looking for work? Are you aware of a veteran who is searching? Why not take a look at the Job Bank page on our website? This page contains current jobs posted on the North Carolina Jobs Network.

Thank you, so very much for your service and your sacrifices!

Faces of OUR Freedom:

Meet Army Sgt. Adam Keys! On July 14, 2010 while serving Our Country in the War on Terror in Afghanistan, then Army Specialist Adam Keys along with four other Army Airborne Soldiers’ RJ31 Armored Vehicle hit an IED. The attack left Adam critically injured and the other four soldiers’ fatally wounded, including Specialist Jesse Reed, who was Adam’s best friend since the age of 13.

Sgt. Keys lost three limbs in the explosion that has resulted in his undergoing of more than 120+ surgeries.

He just recently walked in public for the first time at a concert in Easton, PA featuring the Lt. Dan Band! Don't you just LOVE his t-shirt? "Dues Paid!" He's got that right!

LIKE this great photo of Sgt. Adam Keys and leave a COMMENT with your THANKS for all that he has sacrificed in protecting our Freedoms!

U.S. Navy

Why is "freedom of the seas" important to you? Navy Warfighters are constantly deployed to preserve peace, protect commerce, and deter aggression through forward presence. Share this if you agree!