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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Teamwork ~ Leadership ~ Commitment
Veterans of Foreign Wars were and still are the defenders of America's freedom.   Your courage and sacrifice have made a difference in preserving and defending world peace. We salute you.
 
You fought a foreign enemy; you honored your oath. Now we need your help to fight Congress, to remind politicians to keep their oaths. 
 

IN-COUNTRY

A satirical reflection by Author/Artist Phil Fehrenbacher

Phil enlisted in the Army in 1965 where you served for years in Vietnam.  He became a graphic designer and has worked for the state of Oregon for 26 years.  He retired in 2003 and started the Cartoon "In-Country".  The cartoons reflect his experiences during his tour of duty in South Vietnam.


There is a new cartoon everyday.

Commander's Corner

Commander Waldo Littlefield

The VFW needs your help.

America is in crisis. America's veteran organizations are the canary in the coal mine. America's veteran organizations are dying. Our VFW posts are in danger of losing their charters.    America needs more eligible veterans to join and participate in Veteran Organizations.  

When we accepted the call to serve our nation, it was an act of courage, patriotism, and faith. Throughout America’s history, Veterans have always led the fight to make America a more perfect union. 

America's politicians are breaking faith with its war fighters, again. They want to cut services and medical benefits. War fighters took an oath to preserve and defend the Constitution. America took an oath to care for its war fighters. America's politicians are breaking that oath, again.

Just under one hundred years ago, America was facing the Great Depression. Embracing austerity, the Federal Government was breaking faith with military veterans. Extraordinary effort by veterans and those who love them was required to compel the US Government to honor its contracts with veterans. Today, we face a similar challenge. Due to shrinking support and membership in the VFW, elected representatives are turning their backs on the needs of those who sacrificed for our Great Nation. Why must we go begging Congress to do their duty? We did our duty; we served with honor.

If you are asked to attend a VFW post meeting to discuss the future of your VFW post, please attend. Let your voice be heard. We need both volume and crispness.

Life is complicated. We each have limited resources. If you are eligible, please make time for the VFW in your life. Nobody does more for veterans than the Veterans of Foreign Wars.

VETERAN STORIES

See the Resources tab of stories told by members of our post

Announcements

VFW Post 3182 meets at the Masonic Lodge in North Bend on the  third Thursday of every month. See our calendar
News & Events

Upcoming events

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View Local, State and National events. 

Membership

Membership Details

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.

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.

Assistance & Benefits

Assistance & Benefits

The Veterans of Foreign Wars is dedicated

 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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Post News

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National News

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VFW Presents Acclaimed John A. Biedrzycki Award

RENO, Nev. - The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) has selected Army veteran Colin Anderson as its 2025-2026 John A. Biedrzycki Accre...

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Uniting for Veterans Marks Most Successful Year Since VFW-Humana Collaboration Began in 2018

RENO, Nev. - The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) and Humana today announced the most successful year in the history of their joint ...

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OUR MISSION

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 widows 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.