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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.  Our common bond is the battlefield, whether it is service in the Persian Gulf, Korea, Kosovo, the war on terrorism or peace-keeping expeditionary campaigns. Your courage and sacrifice have made a difference in preserving and defending world peace.
 

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Governor Laura Kelly has designated September 11-15, 2023 as Kansas POW/MIA Recognition Week.
 
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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.

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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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Important Info for Post1786 Members

2023-2024 Lee-Pearson VFW Post 1786 Community Awards

Awards for Teacher of the Year, Patriots Pen, Voice of Democracy, and Public Servant have been announced!

Study on Volunteerism

Did you volunteer while on active duty? We want to know about it!

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I Fought For YOU! -

A moving, patriotic tribute to our military, past and present.

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Important info from National VFW

VFW Celebrates the Navy's 249th Birthday

WASHINGTON - The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) joins in with our grateful nation in celebrating the birthday of the U.S. Navy, wh...

VFW Thanks Members Still Serving in the Wake of Disaster

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - "Throughout our storied history, times of challenge and adversity have brought forth the opportunity for VFW an...

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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.
 
At Lee-Pierson Post 1786, we are committed to our mission of supporting veterans and members of the Manhattan community. We offer a range of services to assist with everyday tasks, such as providing rides to medical appointments, honoring fallen veterans at funerals, and serving as Honor Guard for Kansas State University sporting events. We can also help with moving to a new location and grocery shopping, among other tasks. Our Service Officer is available to help prepare VA claims for no charge. To request our assistance, please use the Contact feature.