VFW Roy E. Davis Post 2375 Commemorative Dates / VPRs

Commemorative Dates / VPRs

The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) is committed to honoring the legacy, service, and sacrifice of our nation’s Veterans. Throughout the year, we observe Commemorative Dates and conduct Veterans of Foreign Wars Rituals also known as Veteran Participation Reports (VPRs) to ensure that the memory of those who served—and especially those who gave their lives—remains alive in our communities.

These observances are not just tradition; they are a living reminder of the cost of freedom. Whether it’s recognizing historic battles, honoring military service branches, or remembering fallen comrades, each date and ritual connects us to our shared history and reinforces the values of duty, sacrifice, and patriotism.

By gathering together for these occasions, we reaffirm our promise to never forget, to educate future generations, and to keep alive the spirit of camaraderie that defines the VFW.

These Commemorative Dates as we follows:

  • January 27 – Signing of the Vietnam Peace Accord in 1973.
  • February 15 – Sinking of U.S.S. Maine, 1898.
  • February 28 – Liberation of Kuwait—Operation Desert Storm 1991.
  • March 24 – Start of Kosovo Campaign 1999.
  • March 29 – National Vietnam War Veterans Day.
  • March 31 – End of Operation Restore Hope—Somalia 1995.
  • May 1 – Loyalty Day, annually.
  • May 8 – VE Day: German unconditional surrender signed, 1945.
  • May 30 – Memorial Day.
  • June 6 – D Day: Allied invasion of Europe, 1944.
  • June 14 – Flag Day.
  • July 4 – Independence Day.
  • July 27 – Signing of the Korean Armistice in 1953.
  • August 31 – End of Operation Iraqi Freedom 2010.
  • September 2 – VJ Day: Japan surrendered, 1945, ending World War II fighting.
  • September 11 – Patriot Day.
  • September, 3rd Friday – POW/MIA Recognition Day.
  • October 7 – Start of Operation Enduring Freedom – Afghanistan 2001.
  • October 18 – Recognition of Women in Military Service.
  • October 23 – Beirut Bombing.
  • November 11 – Signing World War I Armistice, 1918. Veterans Day.
  • December 7 – Pearl Harbor Day, since 1941.

If you would like to invite the Post to share any of our Commemorative Dates with your organization or you would like to inquire about attending a public ceremony please don’t hesitate to reach out to any of our Post Officers.