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Welcome VFW Post 12228, Stanwood, WA
Stanwood, WA — On December 12, 2023, newly formed VFW Post 12228, Stanwood, WA was instituted. VFW Dept of WA Commander Craig Dougherty presided over
Homeless Veterans Stand Down
Everett, WA – On October 5, 2023, members of every Post in District 1 participated and assisted in the Veterans Stand Down at the Carl
A Run to Remember
Late in the evening on June 1st, an unexpected request reached VFW Post 7511 Auxiliary President Debbie Bowling. A stranger named Noah Coughlan needed a
3rd Annual Wreaths Across America a Success
Monroe, WA – On December 16, the Ward Roney Jr. VFW Post 7511 and Auxiliary was once again honored to remember the 625+ local veterans
District 1 Posts Participate in National Homeless Veteran’s Memorial Service
Everett, WA – It is always a reflecting and healing time to gather as veterans and to gather with the community to remember and honor
Honoring our Heroes
Spokane, WA – On October 10, 2023, a VFW Post 7511 Axillary Member member drove all the way to Spokane, WA from Snohomish to surprise
The Passing of a Past District 1 Commander
Monroe, WA – On October 26, 2023, VFW Members from six VFW District 1 Posts came together to honor the loss of our friend and
VFW District 1 Supports the Randy Couture XCGIF Poker Run
Monroe, WA – On July 15, 2023, Veterans of Foreign Wars District 1 supported the Randy Couture Xtreme Couture GI Foundation (XCGIF) Poker Run in
Meet Your District 1 Chaplain
In the heart of District 1, a beacon of unwavering service and compassion shines brightly: Comrade Ricky Andrew. Holding pivotal roles as the District 1
In Memory of Sister Verna Mines
Arlington, WA – On March 23, 2023, the Boyer-Daniel Post 1561 lost a prominent member of Auxiliary, Verna Mines. Born on September 13, 1940, in
In Memory of Comrade Jim Traner
Honoring the Legacy of Jim Traner: A Life of Service and Passion The passing of Jim Traner on July 22nd marked the end of a
From the Seam Squirrel
Greetings from Pup Tent 8 “Crazy Eights”, The Military Order of the Cootie Pup Tent 8 known as the “Smokestacks” were established in the 1939
Passing of Past District 1 Commander
Lynnwood, WA – Comrade Ron Haley, a VFW Post 1040, Lynnwood, WA, Life Member, passed away on June 29, 2023. Ron was with Army helicopters
Success: 2nd Annual Summer Picnic in the Valley
Sultan, WA – On August 19, 2023, VFW Post 2554 with the assistance of VFW Post9417 held their second annual Summer Picnic in the Valley.
VFW Post 921 & 176th En Co Team Up for Parade
Snohomish, WA – On July 15, 2023, VFW Post 921 participated in theCity of Snohomish’s 100-year tradition of the Kla Ha Ya days GrandParade. As
Closure at Last: WWII Airman Sgt. Donal C. Aiken Accounted For
Everett, WA —Decades of waiting have come to an end as U.S. Army Air Forces Sgt. Donal C. Aiken, a World War II hero, was
VFW Posts 2554, 7511, and 9417 Come Together for the Sultan Shindig Parade
Sultan, WA – On July 8, 2023, Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) District 1 Post and Auxiliary members from VFW Post 2554 Sultan, VFW Post
Gold Star Families Wreath Laying Event in Lynnwood, WA
Lynnwood, WA – On Saturday July 1, 2023, Post and Auxiliary members from Veterans of Foreign Wars District 1, Department of Washington attended a wreath
Obelisk Honoring 80 Veterans Returns to Permanent Home
Snohomish, WA – The Snohomish Community Memorial was unveiled at a Memorial Day ceremony held on May 29, 2023, at the new Snohomish Carnegie Veterans
About District 1 – In the Words of the District Commander
The Veterans of Foreign Wars District 1, Department of Washington serves veterans in Snohomish County. With eight VFW Posts and a Military Order of the
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 7511 and its Auxiliary hold its annual Memorial Day Service at the Monroe IOOF Cemetery
Monroe, Wash. – On May 29, 2023, members of the Ward Roney Jr. VFW Post 7511 and its Auxiliary held their annual Memorial Day Service
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9417 and 2554 Team Up to Honor Fallen Heroes in Sky Valley on Memorial Day
Sultan, Wash. – VFW Post 9417, Gold Bar and VFW Post 2554, Sultan and their Auxiliaries teamed up over Memorial Day weekend to place flags
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8870 Memorial Day Event at Edmonds Veteran’s Plaza
Edmonds, Wash. – Members of Edmonds VFW Post 8870 participated in the Edmonds Memorial Day Event at the Edmonds Veteran’s Plaza on Monday, May 29,
Ward Roney Jr. VFW Post 7511 Elects First Female Commander in Post History
Monroe, Wash. – The Ward Roney Jr. VFW Post 7511 is thrilled to welcome Casi Myers as the first female commander in Post 7511 history.
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8870 Memorial Day Ceremony at Edmonds Memorial Cemetery
Edmonds, Wash. – Members of Edmonds VFW Post 8870 participated in the Edmonds Memorial Day Ceremony at the Edmonds Memorial Cemetery on Monday, May 29,
