Who designed the original “Stars and Stripes” flag of the United States is a point never definitely confirmed. Was it Betsy Ross, expert Philadelphia seamstress, or New Jersey’s Congressman Francis Hopkinson? The traditional story that Betsy Ross designed the original …
Ray Pitz – Thursday, May 28, 2020 For Dale Potts, it was an unusual Tualatin Memorial Day observance Monday, May 25. It was the first time that the event, which as far as he knows has been held since 1999, …
The city of Tualatin is researching possible locations for a veteran’s memorial. The Historical Society sees this as an important call to action. We are looking for Tualatin residents who have served. Or perhaps you know of a friend or …
This year, the normal ceremonies commemorating Memorial Day will be held virtually. The 152nd National Memorial Day Observance to honor America’s fallen military service members at Arlington National Cemetery will be livestreamed Monday, May 25. The U.S. Army Military District of Washington will …
Winter Fun at the VFW National Home for Children Thanks to our generous supporters, 2020 is our 95th year of providing a safe, nurturing environment for our nation’s military and veteran families! Read more about our rich history and how …
It’s incredibly inspiring to hear high school students take pride in America. Young people all across the nation recorded audio essays on “What Makes America Great” for the Voice of Democracy competition. One winner from each state has been chosen …
Teen from Oregon in the Running to Win a $30,000 Scholarship from the VFW Read more »
Illustrating America is a patriotic art contest for elementary and middle/junior high school students that encourages students’ artistic abilities and rewards their hard work. The contest consists of three grade divisions: K-2, 3-5 and 6-8. There is one National …
Each year, more than 3,500 high school students from across the country enter the VFW Auxiliary’s Young American Creative Patriotic Art Contest. The first-place winner from each Department (state) advances to National judging and competes for national awards totaling $31,000. …
The VFW Auxiliary is pleased to present the Continuing Education Scholarship to assist members and their immediate family members who wish to further their education by pursing a college degree or career direction at a vocational/technical school. Details: The …
Date of death: October 17 2019 Brandon was born in Portland, Oregon to Scott and Delores Greene on Aug. 11, 1989. Brandon graduated from Lakeridge High School in 2007, as well as, Portland State University in June 2015, with a …
Local Veteran Brandon Thomas Greene Died in a Motorcycle Crash Read more »