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"What constitutes an American? Not color nor race nor religion. Not the pedigree of his family nor the place of his birth. Not the coincidence of his citizenship. An American is one who loves justice and believes in the dignity of man. An American is one who will fight for his freedom and that of his neighbor. An American is one who will sacrifice property, ease, and security in order that he and his children may retain the rights of all free men."
- Harold Ickes
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Illinois VFW Join the VFW Membership Information (subtitle)

You can apply for membership in any of the following ways:
  • Contact the officials of your local post
  • Submit your application online
  • You may print out our Online Application, fill it in and submit to your local post
  • For assistance finding a local post, you may contact the State (Department of Illinois) VFW Headquarters in Springfield
    • VFW membership is approximately 2 million strong. In addition to seven U.S. Presidents, VFW has a long history of members representing all walks of life. As one might expect with such a large base, VFW members represent a cross-section of the American people. From elderly veterans to 20-year-old active duty troops, VFW welcomes every qualified veteran into its ranks. Since 1899, we've been a well-respected part of the community. We hope you will consider joining the country's finest.
    VFW is active on behalf of veterans and their communities. Some areas of involvement include:
    • Community Service
    • Legislative Action
    • Recognition and Remembrance
    • Youth Activities
    • Overseas Troop Support
    • VA Liaison
    		 Do you respect the flag? Consider yourself patriotic? Proud of your service? Reasons to join the VFW include:
    • Patriotism
    • Pride
    • Camaraderie
    • Veterans Assistance
    • Legislative Activism
    • Community Concern
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    You're Eligible

    in Foreign Wars World War II
    • European-African, Middle Eastern Campaign Medal
    • Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal
    • American Campaign Medal
    • American Defense Service Medal
    Others:
    • China Service Medal
    • Korean Service Medal
    • Vietnam Service Medal
    • Southwest Asia Service Medal
    • Kosovo Campaign Medal
    Occupation Duty
    • Army of Occupation Medal
    • Navy Occupation Service Medal
    Expeditionary Campaigns
    • Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal
    • Navy Expeditionary Medal
    • Marine Corps Expeditionary Medal
    Badges and Ribbons
    • Combat Action Ribbon
    • Combat Infantryman Badge
    • Combat Medical Badge
    Korea Duty
    • 30 consecutive or 60 non-consecutive days on the Korean Peninsula or in territorial waters since June 30, 1949
    Hostile Fire or Imminent Danger Pay
    • Hostile Fire Pay ("event-based" pay) replaced Combat Pay in 1963. In 1983, its parameters were expanded.
    • Imminent Danger Pay is "treat-based" pay and was issued often during the 1990's.

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    You can apply for membership in one of the following ways:

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