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JAN
9

EVRs Due into VA by 3/1/2012

Remember to complete and submit your Improved Pension “Eligibility Verification Report” (EVR) to your Regional VA office by 3/1/2012.  Address can be found on the EVR (yellow form) sent by the VA.  Contact your Professional Member for more information or … Continue reading →

 
JAN
6

Isadore Poma

Our featured approved Veteran this issue is Isadore Poma, who served during the Korean Conflict Era in the Army CPL(T). He was a supply specialist at Camp Carson Colorado and worked in the warehouse where they outfitted the ‘General Honor … Continue reading →

 
JAN
6

Pension Recipient William “Bill” Colella “His Story”

Born in Detroit, the youngest of five children, William “Bill” Colella was drafted into the Army at eighteen during World War II. After basic training in Illinois and spending some time in California and Washington State camps, he was shipped … Continue reading →

 
JAN
6

Henry Kiefer

Henry Kiefer (1920-82) made his home on Kings Park, Long Island, as World War II approached. He was a tool and die maker for Liberty Aircraft in Farmingdale. When World War II broke out, his job was considered national security … Continue reading →

 
JAN
6

MSNBC Nightly News – Little-Known Veterans Benefit Can Really Help

Hundreds of thousands may be eligible By Ann Thompson Chief Environmental Correspondent NBC News Updated: 3:38 p.m. ET Feb 26, 2007 DALLAS- At 83, Byrdeen Goldsmith can still harmonize. To look at her, you wouldn’t know she has Alzheimer’s, but … Continue reading →

 
JAN
6

Honorable Discharge: The Stamp Tells the Story

This vintage postal cover displays the stamp created by the United States Post Office in 1946 to honor all World War II veterans who earned Honorable Discharge recognition. To receive an honorable discharge, service members must have received a rating … Continue reading →