WE REMEMBER

General Douglas MacArthur observed that “the soldier above all others prays for peace, for it is the soldier who must suffer and bear the deepest wounds and scars of war.” For every grave marker at a cemetery there are many other veterans who survived war but carry its scars.

Memorial Day

One tradition that is largely unknown by the general populous is the custom to pause at 3 PM local time to remember those who have died in battle. As you participate in what is known as the National Moment of Remembrance you join other men and women around the United States as they remember fallen soldiers.

Buddy Poppies

Helped the VFW live up to its motto, "to honor the dead. by helping the living." The Buddy Poppy - small red flower symbolic of the blood shed in World War I by millions of Allied soldiers in defense of freedom. - It was originally sold to provide relief for the people of war

Veteran Outreach

Coming home doesn't mean the battle is over. With over 10 times the amount of veterans lost to suicide than to combat operations in the same time period, there has never been a more important time to TAKE A STAND and DO something to support our veterans!! If you or someone you know is suffering from PTSD, we have people that have shared a similar experience and are ready to help.

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Membership

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.

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WELCOME TO CRATER LAKE POST

Crater Lake Post 1833
As yesterday's defenders of freedom, we welcome today's military service members into our ranks to become part of our elite group.
 
Our common bond extends from the battlefield to exemplifying values like honor, courage, and commitment in everyday life. Whether it is service in the Persian Gulf, Korea, Vietnam, Kosovo, the War on Terror, or peace-keeping expeditionary campaigns, your courage and sacrifice make a difference in defending and preserving world peace.
 
Join the VFW and find vets like you who are #stillserving.
 

 

Announcements

 VFW Post 1833 Christmas Dinner on the 9th of December from 3pm - 5pm.
At the Southern Oregon Moose Lodge at 241 E Barnett Rd, Medford, OR 97501
Come have a good time and visit with new and old friends.
 
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Meetings are now available via Zoom! Please click here to attend every 3rd Tuesday at 6:30pm
 
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The Highway 140 clean-up is back in full swing! 
When: TBA
Where: Meet at the Dollar Tree at the intersection of Crater Lake HWY and HWY 140
We are teaming up with the Military Order of the Purple Heart (MOPH) and NCOA
 
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For assistance or questions, please call (541) 773-2938 and leave a message on our Facebook page or email us at vfw1833@gmail.com

DONATE TO CRATER LAKE POST

Our programs support our service members while they are on the front line, as they are being discharged and long after they return. Your tax-deductible donation will be immediately directed to the VFW programs where your support is most urgently needed.

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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.

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

Important Info for Post1833 Members

Medford VFW brings on new female post commander

Rachael Watters has made it her mission in life to help local veterans. As the new commander of Medford VFW Post 1833, she is the fourth woman in Oregon to take on a VFW commander position.

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National News

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VFW Names 2025 Top National Teachers

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) is proud to announce the selection of the national top three teachers in its...

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VFW Honors the Nation's Gulf War Veterans

WASHINGTON - April 11 marks the 34th anniversary of the formal end to the Persian Gulf War, and the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW)...

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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.