Marine Forces Reserve Birthday

The Marine Forces Reserve birthday is on August 29th. It is also known as the birthday of the United States Marine Corps Reserve, which was established on August 29, 1916, according to Marine Corps news site. This day commemorates the creation of the Marine Corps Reserve by President Woodrow Wilson through the Naval Appropriations Act of 1916.

POST MEETINGS

VFW Post 5744 meets the second Thursday of the month, September through May, at 5:30 p.m., at the South Berwick Community Center, 71 Norton Street, South Berwick, Maine. A member provided meal is served.

HONOR GUARD

Our Honor Guard provides military honors at funerals, memorial services, and other events. Ceremonies may include posting and retrieving Colors (Flags), folding and presenting the American flag, three-volley gun salutes, and/or the playing of “Taps”. There are 13 members in our combined VFW (Post 5744) / American Legion (Post 79) Honor Guard.

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USS WASHINGTON (SSN-787)

The community of South Berwick, Maine and VFW Post 5744 are hosting the USS Washington (SSN 787) and its dedicated crew of more than 130 personnel for the duration of its availability at the Portsmouth Naval Ship Yard. This Virginia-class attack submarine arrived at PSNY on September 27, 2024, where it will undergo scheduled maintenance and system upgrades.

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WELCOME TO VFW POST 5744

The South Berwick Memorial Post
VFW Post 5744 is a Veterans Service Organization that helps area veterans in  need and promotes Americanism, Nationalism, and Patriotism in the Berwick, Lebanon, North Berwick, and South Berwick areas. The Post leads local observances of Flag Day, Loyalty Day, Memorial Day, National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, and Veterans' Day. And, in conjunction with "Charles S. Hatch" American Legion Post 79, we support an Honor Guard to carry out the traditions of honoring the United States flag and to provide military honors at veterans funerals, memorial services, and celebrations of life.

No Once Does More For Veterans

Announcements

We will be operating a Recruiting Booth at the Thunder Over New Hampshire Air Show, Pease Air National Guard Base on Friday, September 5th from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. We will need a few volunteers to man this station.
 
We will be operating a concessions fundraiser at the Mill Fields Festival, North Berwick, on Saturday, September 6th from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. We will need a few volunteers to man this effort.
 
We will possibly be operating a Recruiting Booth at the annual Pumpkinman Triathlon, Spring Hill Recreation Area, South Berwick on Sunday, September 7th if we have enough help to man this station. More on this later.

Our next regular meeting will be held Thursday, September 11th from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the South Berwick Community Center. All members are encouraged to attend. A meal will be provided.

The MyHealtheVet online application has been undergoing changes. An available tri-fold brochure may help. (Click Here for the tri-fold brochure). Assistance accessing MyHealtheVet is available through "Berwick For A Lifetime" at the Berwick Public Library - all Vets are invited. Contact BerwickFAL@gmail.com or (207) 619-3519 for an appointment.

Commander's Corner

Commander Jeffrey Chase

VFW Post 5744's goals parallel VFW National Goals; to increase our membership, improve communications, and reinforce our fundraising efforts. We are also striving to become more visible in our community.


Our concession sales efforts have provided greater visibility in our community; tying our recruitment efforts to these concessions programs have proven to be successful. The reintroduction of a Post Newsletter and the establishment of this Website are positive steps towards improved communications. And we're continually kicking around new fundraising ideas.


Along with the Town of South Berwick, VFW Post 5744 is sponsoring the USS WASHINGTON (SSN-787) during its 2-1/2 year stay at the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard. We're looking for new ideas for interacting with the sub's crew during their long stay.


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Membership

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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.

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.

Post News

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STAY ON TOP OF THE ANNOUNCEMENTS

A lot is happening over the next few weeks. Refer to the ANNOUNCEMENTS section for current updates.

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Statewide News

News & Info from your department

Patriotic Rally Lineup

The line-up starts at 530 PM and be patient. We have a new setup, and the Department signs will be on poles to help the vertically challenged comrades and Auxiliary members see where they stand. There will be signs for the staging alley as you enter the vendor area, marching into the main hall.

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VFW Buddy Poppy Display Shipping Labels- Ohio 2025

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National News

Important info from National VFW

VFW Elects Carol Whitmore as New National Commander

COLUMBUS, Ohio - Carol Whitmore of Des Moines, Iowa, was elected today as the new national commander of the Veterans of Foreign Wa...

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VFW Presents Acclaimed John A. Biedrzycki Award

COLUMBUS, Ohio - The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) has selected Army Desert Storm Veteran Belinda Boldoe as its 2024-2025 John A....

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