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DOWNINGTOWN, PA
Welcome to VFW Post 845!
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. Our common bond is the battlefield, whether it is service in the Persian Gulf, Afghanistan, Iraq, Korea, Kosovo, the war on terrorism or peace-keeping expeditionary campaigns. Your courage and sacrifice have made a difference in preserving and defending world peace.

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.

Announcements

 

1st Annual Salute & Celebrate Veterans on the Green; Wednesday, May 14, 2025, from 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM at The Mill at Anselma Preservation and Educational Trust - 1730 Conestoga Road in Chester Springs, PA 19425.

 There will be FREE beer/concessions courtesy of VK Brewing Company (a veteran owned business), and food courtesy of Shimpy’s BBQ (a veteran-supporting business).

To ensure the Food truck has enough food, we hope people will register in advance. ß(REGISTER HERE)

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FREE INFORMATIONAL SEMINAR: FILING CLAIMS for VA HEALTH BENEFITS at 11:30am on Thursday May 8, 2025 at Post 845  Click here for more information 
 
 
 
 Blood Drive at Post 845 on May 3, 2025 from 8am-2pm.  Click here for more information
 
 
Post 845 Annual Golf Outing - Click Here for more information 
 
 

 
 
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Saturday night bands are back!
Check the Calendar of Events to see who is playing.
 
The kitchen will be closed Mondays and Tuesdays
 

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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.

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