Senior Post Member passes

James "Jim" Shaw passed away on March 18, 2025, he was a long time member of the post and was active with the Color Guard and Funeral Honors Guard. Jim will be buried in the the Arlington, Virginia National Cemetery next to his wife, Annie. Our Post was honored to provide Military Funeral Honors by firing our Honor Guard Rifles, Playing TAPS, and folding the US Flag at the Funeral Home. All members of the post send our condolences to the family, as Jim has "Gone West" we wish him Blue Skies and Tailwinds, may he Fly High.

James "Jim" Shaw Obituary

Veteran's Resource and Claims Event

The post will be hosting a table and display space at the Kansas City, Kansas VETERANS CLAIMS and RESOURCE EVENT, April 22-23. Please come out and help out with this event or just stop on by. Location: Memorial Hall in Kansas City 600 N 7th St Trafficway Kansas City, KS 66101

2025 Day of Service

Reminder that VFW Day of Service is May 3rd, we will be meeting at 8:30 am at the Old Lions Club, from there we will be taking care of the cemeteries in the area, please come on out and join us!

Spring Buddy Poppy Event

Friday May 9th and Saturday May 10th the post will be at Price Chopper in Platte City handing out Buddy Poppies! Swing on by and say hello or if you would like to donate some time please let us know!

Memorial Day Weekend Events

Post 4055 will have events on the Memorial Day holiday weekend. On Saturday May 24th the members will be meeting at the Old Lions Club in Platte City to place flags in the cemetery for our fallen comrades, this is a big undertaking and all the participation we can get is appreciated. On Monday we will provide a Honor Guard to play TAPS and fire Honor Guard rifles, this event starts at 10 am at the Platte City Cemetery.

2025 Department State Convention

Time to start planning to attend the Department of Missouri State Convention in Springfield Missouri. This years Convention will be held June 12 - June 15 at the Oasis Hotel and Convention Center. Make your reservations now before they are sold out. CALL 417-866-5253 to make reservations.

U.S. NAVY

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U.S. MARINES

We are soldiers of the sea, providing forces and detachments to naval ships and shore operations. We are global leaders, developing expeditionary doctrine and innovations that set the example, and leading other countries' forces and agencies in the multinational military operations. These unique capabilities make us "First to Fight", and our nations first line of defense.

U.S. ARMY

The U.S. Army is made up of the most dedicated, most respected soldiers in the world. These soldiers protect America's freedoms while serving at home and abroad, and they are always prepared to defend the nation in times of need.

NATIONAL GUARD

Our versatility enables us to respond to domestic emergencies, overseas combat missions, counter-drug efforts, reconstruction missions and more.

U.S. AIR FORCE

Air Force has a vision of Global Vigilance, Reach and Power. That vision orbits around three core competencies: developing airmen, technology for war fighting and integrating operations. These core competencies make our six distinctive capabilities possible.

U.S. COAST GUARD

We protect the personal safety and security of our people; the marine transportation system and infrastructure; our natural and economic resources; and the territorial integrity of our nation-from both internal and external threats, natural and man-made.

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WELCOME TO POST 4055 PLATTE COUNTY MEMORIAL POST

Recognized as an All State Post, serving the communities of Platte City, Weston, Edgerton, Dearborn, Tracy, Camden Point and the surrounding areas.
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.  Our common bond is the battlefield, whether it is service in WW2, Korea, Vietnam, Persian Gulf, 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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Upcoming Events:

 April 22-23 we are hosting a table at Memorial hall for a Resources and Claims Event.

May 3rd is our Annual Day of Service event come out and join us!

May monthly meeting will be the 8th at 630 pm at the Old Lions Club, potluck as always, come and join us!

Memorial Day weekend events are Saturday May 24th for Flag placements at the cemetery and on Monday the 26th at 10am for Memorial Day event also at the cemetery.


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A satirical reflection by Author/Artist Phil Fehrenbacher

Phil enlisted in the Army in 1965 where you served for years in Vietnam.  He became a graphic designer and has worked for the state of Oregon for 26 years.  He retired in 2003 and started the Cartoon "In-Country".  The cartoons reflect his experiences during his tour of duty in South Vietnam.


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Post 4055 contest winners announced

Winners of Patriots Pen, Voice of Democracy, Teacher of the Year, and Public Servant of the Year to be hosted at banquet on January 9th.

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Post honors our departed veterans

Post renders honors for deceased veterans

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District 8 Newletter - #32 03/06/2025

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District 8 Newsletter #31 - 02/27/2025

District 8 Current Newsletter

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VFW Names 2025 Top National Teachers

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) is proud to announce the selection of the national top three teachers in its...

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VFW Honors the Nation's Gulf War Veterans

WASHINGTON - April 11 marks the 34th anniversary of the formal end to the Persian Gulf War, and the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW)...

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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.