The cutest thing in the world happened today: my husband applied to join the VFW.
Posted by Sarah at November 2, 2004 10:24 AMI teased my brother (good naturedly) to no end when he received his VFW card after GWI.
Posted by: John at November 2, 2004 12:00 PMI think that's really cool. It will be great to infuse new blood into the VFW's in the country. I've always wondered though, what's the difference between the VFW and the American Legion? Any clues?
Posted by: Toni at November 2, 2004 02:05 PMToni,
To be eligible for membership in the American Legion, one simply has to serve on active duty during wartime. VFW membership requires serving in a war zone outside the US. More complete membership criteria are listed at the websites for each organization.
DonR - a proud member of both organizations
Posted by: DonR at November 2, 2004 05:06 PMI recall my brother joined the one in Lompoc (Santa Maria or whatever) because they had the best bar in town. :)
Kalroy
I always thought it stood for Very Fuckin' White.
Posted by: Anagrams r us at November 2, 2004 09:21 PM