Normandy: A Day That Changed the World

Join us for a powerful and educational community event exploring the courage, sacrifice, and lasting impact of the D-Day invasion of Normandy during World War II. This special hybrid panel discussion will bring together distinguished historians and military leadership to discuss why June 6, 1944, remains one of the most important days in world history — and why younger generations must continue to learn and preserve the stories of those who served.

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VFW Bingo June 4 2026

Post 12196 will be hosting the next Bingo night on June 4, 2026. Location is Pitt BBQ, 503 Olde Waterford Way, Ste. 100. (https://thepitbackyardbbq.com/) Enjoy a great meal with The Pitt and Bingo with the VFW, all in the same night and same place. What a deal! Games begin at 6. $22 for 10 cards. Money prizes and 50/50. This is a fun way to support local businesses and local veterans' programs. vfwpost12196@gmail.com

Belville Veterans Day Event 2026

Leland VFW Post 12196,in partnership with the Town of Belville, will host a Veterans Day event on November 11, 2026, starting at 11 am. Closing ceremonies will begin at 3:45 pm. Theme of the Day: From area scouts to today’s military, North Brunswick is ready to face any challenge. Please contact us at vfwpost122196@gmail.com if you are interested in being a sponsor or vendor.

Tell Your Story

Comrades, Every person who wore the uniform to serve their country has a story. Every law enforcement officer, EMT, and nurse has a story to tell. We share a common bond: a unique level of job-related stress. For the sake of your family, friends, and grandchildren, it is important to leave a legacy of your time before, during and after service. This is not a writing program. This is not to publish. It's an opportunity to work with you to document your legacy for your family and friends. The start date for the next 6-week program will be June 16. The classes will meet every Thursday from 10:00-11:30 at the offices of Signature Wealth Strategies (1018 Grandiflora Dr. Ste. D, Leland, NC and via Zoom. To register, contact us at info@veteranscreativearts.org. Register now.

Veterans Creative Arts Programs (VCAP)

VCAP programs are in progress, but it is never too late to start participating. Art, Writing, Music, Tented Glass, and Line Dancing classes are available. Contact us at info@veteranscreativearts.org https://www.veteranscreativearts.org/

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WELCOME TO LELAND VFW POST 12196

Teamwork ~ Leadership ~ Commitment
As yesterday's defenders of freedom, we want to welcome today's military service members into our ranks and make them part of our elite group.  Our common bond is the battlefield, whether it is service in the Persian Gulf, 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.
 

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Comrades, 
 
Every person who wore the uniform to serve their country has a story. If you want to document your story, contact me at vfwpost12196@gmail.com to register. 
 
This is not a writing program. This is not to publish. It is just an opportunity to work with you to document your legacy for family and friends. 
 
Our next class schedule will be announced in June 2026.
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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.

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 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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"Help Preserve the Legacy of First Responders and Nurses."

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Memorial Day 2026

VFW Post 12196 and Town of Belville Hosts Memorial Day Program May 25, 2026

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VFW Remembers Past Commander-in-Chief John Furgess

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - The Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States remembers the legacy of John Furgess, a distinguished Army of...

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Oracle Provides VFW Foundation with $160,000 to Aid Veterans Service

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - Longtime VFW Foundation supporter Oracle has donated $160,000 to help advance the Veterans of Foreign Wars' Nat...

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That the purpose of this Corporation shall be fraternal, patriotic, historical, charitable, and educational: to preserve and strengthen comradeship among its members; to assist worthy comrades; to perpetuate the memory and history of our dead; and to assist their widows and orphans; to maintain true allegiance to the Government of the United States of America, and fidelity to its Constitution and laws; to foster true patriotism; to maintain and extend the institutions of American freedom, and to preserve and defend the United States from all her enemies.