Wisconsin
June 6, 1921- Veterans of Foreign Wars established in Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) – On this day June 6, 1921, The Department of Wisconsin Veterans of Foreign Wars was established. You probably know it as the VFW.
The greater VFW traces its roots back to 1899, when veterans of the Spanish-American war and the Philippine Insurrection founded organizations to secure benefits and right for their service.
After the first chapters were formed, the movement quickly gained momentum across the United States, with over 200,000 members by 1936.
Here in Wisconsin, the oldest post is VFW Post 328 in Stoughton. The post stays busy by hosting fish fries, and several other events to raise money and engage with the community.
In 2026, Wisconsin has over 26,000 VFW members in over 250 local posts across the state.
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