Dedham VFW Post 2017

Thoughts and prayers for the families, friends, and fellow soldiers of 1LT Feehan and PVT Gonzales.

James Feehan, 25, and Isabella Gonzales, 19, have been identified as the two U.S. Army soldiers killed in Jordan while defending against Iranian ballistic missile and drone attacks.

Let's go Dedham! Let's get some more veterans recognized. Relatives, friends, neighbors... Show them we care! Dedham Public Library Dedham Historical Society and Museum

A huge thankful appreciation to all of the women who were called to serve in our armed forces. We're stronger because of you! Massachusetts Women Veterans Town of Dedham, MA

Today is is National Women Veterans Recognition Day.

As explained by the VA, this is not a Veterans Day just for women, but a celebration of the signing of the Women's Armed Services Integration Act in 1948, which was significant in that is allowed women the right to permanently and fully serve in the regular armed forces (and to be recognized as veterans after doing so).

Prior to the signing of this act, military women (save for nurses) were sent home after each conflict. Many were not treated as veterans who served their nation, but like civilians. They were often denied the rights and benefits afforded to men who'd served beside them, simply because of their gender. The act "deemed women essential to war efforts and allowed them to serve in the regular armed forces full time," (Missina Schallus, VA news).

Women have served in conflicts and wars throughout America's history, including the Civil War and the Revolutionary War, in positions as nurses and support staff (and even as spies!).

The VA notes, "Currently, Women Veterans Recognition Day is a state-recognized commemoration. This year, the states of Alaska, California, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Mississippi, Nebraska, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Utah... and Wisconsin will recognize" it, as will the Virgin Islands.

With that in mind, today and every day we salute women veterans, regardless of when, where, how or how long they served, or whether they reside in a state that recognizes the holiday. Thank you all.

Another big match coming to on June 12th! Get your tickets!

📇 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

Northeast Championship Wrestling returns to the Jacob Jones VFW Post for NCW DON'T STOP BELIEVIN' live in Dedham, MA on Friday June 12th!

🎫 Online tickets are on sale now at theNCW.com/tickets! Early Bird 🐦 General Admission is only $12 with VIP on sale for $20 including reserved 'pick your own' seating, an NCW trading card, and a food voucher good towards a Walking Taco 🌮 or two slices of pizza 🍕🍕!

NCW Don't Stop Believin'
📆 Friday June 12th
📍 84 Eastern Avenue Dedham, MA
🕥 7pm Doors - 7:30pm Bell Time
🎟 theNCW.com/tickets

For all of us who have friends or family members who served in , please take a look at the new memorial being built in Port Charlotte, FL. https://www.beirutpeacekeepers.org/
United Nations Peacekeeping

10am tomorrow! I hope we can get a big turnout!

A great event for some camaraderie!

We have room for more players! Come support the VFW and help kick off the co****le league! Come join us and bring your friends and family!

We’re excited to officially launch our Needham VFW Co****le League—a fun, social, and slightly competitive way to bring everyone together this summer.

League Details:
📅 Wednesdays, June 3 – July 1
⏰ 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

What’s Included:
- 4 weeks of team play
- Final week tournament with cash prize for the winners
- Official league T-shirt
- Weekly ticket for hotdog, chips & drink

Cost:
$70 for Veterans
$80 for Community Participants

Whether you’re joining for the competition or just a great time with the community, this league is designed to be easy, fun, and something to look forward to each week.

Sign up here!
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/co****le--2026