January 21, 2025 - The Paris Peace Accord ending the Vietnam War was signed on January 27, 1973 and was followed by the withdrawal of the remaining American troops. The terms of the accord called for a complete ceasefire in South Vietnam, allowed North Vietnamese forces to retain the territory they had captured, release of US prisoners of war, and called for both sides to find a political solution to the conflict.

December 16, 2024 - Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8904 presented Teacher of the Year Awards last week to three teachers. Each was given a framed certificate and a check for $200.

December 3, 2024 - National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day is Saturday, December 7, 2024.

Although this remembrance day is not a public holiday, public law calls for the American Flag and subordinate flags to be at half-staff from sunrise until sunset on December 7.

If you have a flag that cannot be lowered, you can show respect for the day by tying a black cord or ribbon to the top of the mast.

November 4, 2024 - Veterans Day, November 11, is a time for all Americans to pay their respects to those who have served our country. One day to stand united in respect for All veterans, past and present. We celebrate and honor America’s Veterans for their patriotism, love of country, willingness to serve, and sacrifice for the common good.

October 13, 2024 - Women in the military have a history that extends over 400 years into the past throughout a large number of cultures and nations. During World Wars I and II, over 362,000 American women served during wartime. Today, women make up 16% of the US military enlisted and 19% of the officer corps, and their roles have changed significantly over the years, from clerical duties to ground combat soldiers to fighter pilots.