VFW Day

Rajnandini Roychoudhury
Dec 22, 2023 By Rajnandini Roychoudhury
Originally Published on Feb 11, 2022
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VFW Day supports the veterans of the US.

Where is VFW Day celebrated?

 VFW is a combat veteran service organization of the US, as a result, VFW Day is celebrated in the US.

Who is VFW Day celebrated by?

VFW Day is the foundation day of the organization VFW. Therefore members of the group celebrate the day.

When did VFW Day first start?

The organization, Veterans of Foreign Wars, started on September 29, 1899, and since then VFW Day is celebrated every year on this day.

Who started VFW Day?

 VFW Day was started by the founding members of the organization.

History And Timeline

 Every year September 29 is celebrated as VFW Day. On this day in 1899, 13 war veterans established a combat veteran group in the US which would later become the largest and most successful group of combat veterans in the country.

VFW Established

The organization recognizes its foundation date as 1899.

1899

Merging Of Organizations

The merging of three organizations to form VFW was completed by 1913.

1913

Legislative Conference

VFW Legislative Conference was established for lobbying lawmakers.

1949

VFW Congressional Award

The first VFW Congressional Award was held to recognize the contribution of veterans.

1964

GI Bill

The revolutionary GI Bill was passed into federal law.

2008

Traditions And Customs

 On VFW Day, the honor for the service of veterans is demonstrated through community service programs and military assistance, scholarship programs, and youth activities for the hours devoted to all the community service work of the veterans. Traditionally, VFW also served in assisting widows and orphans of military families.

Ways To Observe Or Celebrate VFW Day

If you are interested in celebrating VFW day to honor veterans and support their families then head to the nearest VFW post on this day. Each post hosts some local events and activities for veterans. They arrange open activities for public patriotic days on September 29. These take place in local communities which you can visit.

Facts And Stats

  • VFW Day is celebrated on the foundation day of VFW which is September 29. This day is to remember all the hard work and sacrifices made by veterans.
  • On this day, everyone is invited to celebrate the continuous service provided by veterans all over the nation.
  • Not only veterans and service members, but their families also need an equal amount of support and courage on this day.

What does VFW stand for?

VFW is the abbreviated form of the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States.

Why is it called VFW?

VFW was formed in 1899 by the veterans of the Spanish-American War. They formed a local organization to assist veterans in securing medical care and other such benefits. For this reason, the organization is called Veterans of Foreign Wars or VFW. 

Is VFW the same as American Legion?

VFW and American Legion are two organizations consisting of American veterans but there are certain differences. To be a member of VFW, you have to serve in the American military on foreign soil during wartime.

However, to be in the American Legion, veterans do not necessarily have to leave the US. It accepts veterans of wartime who did not participate in a war zone. The requirement for membership makes the two organizations different.

Who invented the concept of VFW Day?

The concept of VFW Day is considered to have been invented along with the genesis of the non-profit organization, VFW.

What are some advantages of celebrating VFW Day?

VFW day gives people a chance to celebrate and honor all the courageous men and women who put their lives at stake to fight for their country. It is also a day to look back and appreciate all the heroes of the military family who sacrificed their lives while fighting for the freedom of the nation. 

What is the history behind this day?

The VFW was formed by merging three war veteran organizations and was founded after the Spanish-American war. It is believed that VFW Day started right after the organization was founded to commemorate the service of all war veterans. 

When Is This Day Celebrated

  • Tuesday, September 29, 2020
  • Wednesday, September 29, 2021
  • Thursday, September 29, 2022
  • Friday, September 29, 2023
  • Sunday, September 29, 2024

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Written by Rajnandini Roychoudhury

Bachelor of Arts specializing in English, Master of Arts specializing in English

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Rajnandini RoychoudhuryBachelor of Arts specializing in English, Master of Arts specializing in English

With a Master of Arts in English, Rajnandini has pursued her passion for the arts and has become an experienced content writer. She has worked with companies such as Writer's Zone and has had her writing skills recognized by publications such as The Telegraph. Rajnandini is also trilingual and enjoys various hobbies such as music, movies, travel, philanthropy, writing her blog, and reading classic British literature. 

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