Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 406
Newport, Rhode Island
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Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 406
"Veterans Helping Veterans"

Welcome

VFW Post 406 is located in Newport, Rhode Island, and is one of the oldest posts in the country. We were formed shortly after the end of World War I. Our members consist of retired military, actively serving military and veterans on the staff of the Naval War College. The Post meets the second Thursday…

Am I Eligible to Join the VFW?

Much like all organizations and entities that provide membership or benefits to Veterans, The Veterans of Foreign Wars carefully reviews applications for membership to ensure basic requirements have been met by potential members. Unlike most organizations, membership does not require the provision of a DD-214. Membership eligibility is defined by what an individual has done…

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Support Wreaths Across America!

Help place holiday wreaths on the graves of Veterans!

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Lecture Series VIII – January 19th

Japanese Americans in WWII – from Incarceration to
Military Service

Announcements, Upcoming Events

Collecting Christmas Donations for RI Veterans’ Home on December 14th

At this time of year, most of us are planning gifts to our loved ones, as well as to those in need. Each year VFW Post 406 supports the collection of new goods for delivery and distribution to the residents of the Rhode Island Veterans Home Community Living Center in Bristol, Rhode Island. The RI…

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Reflection, Remembrance, and Camaraderie – Veterans Day 2022

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Lecture Series VII – Dec 14th

“The Christmas Truce of World War I – December 1914″

Announcements, Events, Highlights, Upcoming Events

Local Veteran’s Day Deals 2022

Check out deals for Veterans Day 2022 in Newport & Middletown, as well as nearby Rhode Island and Massachusetts!

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Fall 2022 Grave Flagging – Nov 5th

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Fall 2022 Buddy Poppy Drive- Oct 29th

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VFW Post 406 Joins Newport Navy League in Welcoming Naval War College International Students

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Gold Star Sailing Dinner

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BG Zwack (Ret.) Addresses Russian Aggression in Ukraine

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The City of Newport Honors those that Gave the Ultimate Sacrifice

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Memorial Day Ceremony Honors Servicemembers Lost at Sea

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Naval War College Professor Provides Ukraine Lecture

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Mayor Napolitano Declares June 4, 2022 “Gold Star Family Day”

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Cemetery Flagging 2022

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Rogers High JROTC Medal Presentation

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Veteran Spins Her Wheels to Keep Serving

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Post 406 Receives $1,000 Donation

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Announcements, Events

Vietnam Veterans Commemoration

On Wednesday March 23rd, the members of VFW Post 406, Newport, invite the public to a special Vietnam Veterans event. Please arrive to the Newport Elks Lodge 104, 141 Pelham Street, Newport, RI at 5:00 pm. Light hors d’oeuvres will be provided as well as access to a cash bar. At 6:00 pm, Commander Hugh…

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