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Commander Ray Soden Presenting President Gerald R. Ford with a Plaque at the 75th Annual Convention of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) in Chicago, Illinois

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Photograph of President Gerald R. Ford Delivering a Speech Regarding Amnesty at the 75th Annual Convention of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) in Chicago, Illinois

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Commander Ray Soden Introducing President Gerald R. Ford at the 75th Annual Convention of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) in Chicago, Illinois

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A crowd watches as ground crew members direct the pilot of a Fighter Squadron 14 (VF-14) F-14A Tomcat aircraft toward a parking space following its return from the Persian Gulf. VF-14 personnel are among the members of Carrier Air Wing 3 (VFW-3) and Carrier Air Wing 17 (VFW-17) who are being honored for their participation in Operation Desert Storm during homecoming ceremonies at the air station

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Base: Naval Air Station, Oceana State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Opera More

Spectators wave flags as a color guard from a Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) post marches down Broadway Street during the "San Diego Salutes the Troops" parade. The parade is being held in honor of all veterans, with special recognition being given to units that took part in Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORMDESERT SHIELD Base: San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operat More

Members of VFW posts in South Korea watch a repatriation ceremony from the balcony of the Freedom House at Panmunjom. During the ceremony the remains of what is believed to be five U.S. soldiers that served in the Korean war were returned to the South. During the ceremony the reamains are passed across the MDL from North Korean soldiers to a group of United Nations Command Honor Guard soldiers. As the remains are passed across the MDL they are saluted by a delegation of representing members of the U.S. Veterans of Foreign Wars, some of which served in the Korean War. A spokesman for the U.N. Command, said that the remains were uncovered in Gaechon City, about 50 miles north of Pyongyang...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Members of VFW posts in South Korea watch a repatriation ceremony from the balcony of the Freedom House at Panmunjom. During th More

A delegation of American and South Korean servicemen as well as members of Korean VFW post salute after the last casket is covered by the U.N. Flag during a repatriation ceremony at Panmunjom. During the ceremony the remains of what is believed to be five U.S. soldiers that served in the Korean war were returned to the South. During the ceremony the reamains are passed across the MDL from North Korean soldiers to a group of United Nations Command Honor Guard soldiers. As the remains are passed across the MDL they are saluted by a delegation of representing members of the U.S. Veterans of Foreign Wars, some of which served in the Korean War. A spokesman for the U.N. Command, said that the ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: A delegation of American and South Korean servicemen as well as members of Korean VFW post salute after the last casket is cove More

Members of the United States Military Order of the

Members of the United States Military Order of the Cootie, “The Honor Degree of the Veterans of Foreign Wars,” place approximately 250 wreaths at the Argonne Cross in Section 18 of Arlington National Cemetery, More

Cpl. Maurice Storck, one of the oldest members of the

Cpl. Maurice Storck, one of the oldest members of the Maine Guard visited the Augusta Armory with his son, Wednesday, July 30. During his visit, he talked with soldiers about the experiences he had during his t More

Crewmembers from the USS MINNEAPOLIS-ST. PAUL (SSN 708), receive gift bags from representatives of the Minneapolis-St. Paul City Council, the Mayor's Office, Navy League, North West Airlines and the VFW Post 1350 United States Submarine Vets Base, at Norfolk Naval Base, in appreciation

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: PH1 Martin Maddock, USN Release S More

Members of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) post 10775, American Legion and US Air Force Colonel John E. Watkins, 52nd Vice Wing Commander, pay their respects by rendering a salute during a POW/MIA remembrance day ceremony at the base memorial park at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, September 15 2000

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Spangdahlem Air Base State: Rheinland-Pfalz Country: Deutschland / Germany (DEU) Scene Camera Operator: A1C Michelle S. Roquid, USAF Release Sta More

US Air Force SENIOR MASTER Sergeant Julius Ser (left), 52nd Communications Squadron, Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, is also Commander of VFW Spangdahlem Post 10775, and USAF STAFF Sergeant Traci Beilke, 52nd Fighter Wing, Spangdahlem AB, DEU, Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge (NCOIC) of Wing Protocol, is also an active member of VFW, lay down a wreath on the memorial stone at the air park in Spangdahlem AB, DEU, during Veterans Day Memorial Ceremony on November 10th, 2000. (U.S. Air Force photo by SrA Esperanza Berrios)

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Spangdahlem Air Base State: Rheinland-Pfalz Country: Deutschland / Germany (DEU) Scene Camera Operator: SRA Esperanza Berrios, USAF Release Stat More

Mr. Ron Davis, Commander, Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 10216, Songtan Si, Korea, Mr. Ken Tretow and Mr. Daryl Vroom , SENIOR Vice Commanders of VFW Post 10216, gather before t he start of the "Hill 180 Memorial Ceremony" at Osan AB, Korea. The Ceremony commemorates the anniversary of the Korean War battle of Hill 180 in 1951

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Osan Air Base Country: Republic Of Korea (KOR) Scene Camera Operator: SSGT George F. Thompson Jr, USAF Release Status: Released to Public Combine More

Members of the United Nations Honor Guard carry the remains of soldiers found in Korea. The remains were found in North Korea around the city of Pyongyang, within Unsan and Kujang provinces, near the Chong Chon River and around the Chosin Reservoir. In all, 17 bodies were discovered. The United Nations held a Repatriation Ceremony upon their return to NATO soil. The ceremony consists of a 21-gun salute, a prayer, a bagpipe tribute, and a wreath tribute from the local VFW Post

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Yokota Air Base Country: Japan (JPN) Scene Major Command Shown: PACAF Scene Camera Operator: SSGT Cohen A. Young, USAF Release Status: Released More

Civilian Frank Hunter plays the bagpipe while members of the United Nations Honor Guard carry the remains of soldiers that were found in Korea. The remains were found in North Korea around the city of Pyongyang, within Unsan and Kujang provinces, near the Chong Chon River and around the Chosin Reservoir. In all, 17 bodies were discovered. The United Nations held a Repatriation Ceremony upon their return to NATO soil. The ceremony consists of a 21-gun salute, a prayer, a bagpipe tribute, and a wreath tribute from the local VFW Post

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Yokota Air Base Country: Japan (JPN) Scene Major Command Shown: PACAF Scene Camera Operator: SSGT Cohen A. Young, USAF Release Status: Released More

Members of the United Nations Honor Guard carry the remains of soldiers found in Korea. The remains were found in North Korea around the city of Pyongyang, within Unsan and Kujang provinces, near the Chong Chon River and around the Chosin Reservoir. In all, 17 bodies were discovered. The United Nations held a Repatriation Ceremony upon their return to NATO soil. The ceremony consists of a 21-gun salute, a prayer, a bagpipe tribute, and a wreath tribute from the local VFW Post

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Yokota Air Base Country: Japan (JPN) Scene Major Command Shown: PACAF Scene Camera Operator: SSGT Cohen Young, USAF Release Status: Released to More

VFW Post 9555 members, Kevin itchell, (front), and Donald Carnahan bow their heads in prayer during a United Nations Committee Repatriation Ceremony held at Yokota AB, Japan. The ceremony honors the remains of lost soldiers' brought back to protected soil. The remains were found in North Korea around the city of Pyongyang, within Unsan and Kujang provinces, near the Chong Chon River and around the Chosin Reservoir. In all, 17 bodies were discovered. The United Nations held a Repatriation Ceremony upon their return to NATO soil

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Yokota Air Base Country: Japan (JPN) Scene Major Command Shown: PACAF Scene Camera Operator: SSGT Cohen A. Young, USAF Release Status: Released More

Moving away from the C-130 Hercules, members of the United Nations Honor Guard carry the remains of soldiers found in Korea. The remains were found in North Korea around the city of Pyongyang, within Unsan and Kujang provinces, near the Chong Chon River and around the Chosin Reservoir. In all, 17 bodies were discovered. The United Nations held a Repatriation Ceremony upon their return to NATO soil. The ceremony consists of a 21-gun salute, a prayer, a bagpipe tribute, and a wreath tribute from the local VFW Post

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Yokota Air Base Country: Japan (JPN) Scene Major Command Shown: PACAF Scene Camera Operator: SSGT Cohen A. Young, USAF Release Status: Released More

Barbara Fairchild and her husband Roy Morris perform at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Our Troops" rally for national "Make a Difference Day." Veteran of Foreign Wars (VFW) and its Ladies Auxiliary, in cooperation with the New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs sponsored the rally. The event hosted numerous entertainment acts for the 15,000 attending the three-hour rally. "Americas armed forces are gearing up for a long and arduous war on an invisible, but terrifying enemy," said VFW Commander-in-CHIEF Jim N. Goldsmith. "We are asking a lot from our men and women in the military, which is why it is imperative that we show them our support. The rally...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Barbara Fairchild and her husband Roy Morris perform at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Our Troops" rally for More

An Armed Forces Veteran shows his patriotism at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Our Troops" rally for national "Make a Difference Day." Veteran of Foreign Wars (VFW) and its Ladies Auxiliary, in cooperation with the New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs sponsored the rally. The event hosted numerous entertainment acts for the 15,000 attending the three-hour rally. "Americas armed forces are gearing up for a long and arduous war on an invisible, but terrifying enemy," said VFW Commanr-in-CHIEF Jim N. Goldsmith. "We are asking a lot from our men and women in the military, which is why it is imperative that we show them our support. The rally also will...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: An Armed Forces Veteran shows his patriotism at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Our Troops" rally for nationa More

Miss New York 2001, Air Force Reserve Second Lieutenant Andrea Plummer, Air Force Institute of Technology, speaks to the gathering at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Our Troops" rally for national "Make a Difference Day." Veteran of Foreign Wars (VFW) and its Ladies Auxiliary, in cooperation with the New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs sponsored the rally. The event hosted numerous entertainment acts for the 15,000 attending the three-hour rally. "Americas armed forces are gearing up for a long and arduous war on an invisible, but terrifying enemy," said VFW Commander-in-CHIEF Jim N. Goldsmith. "We are asking a lot from our men and women in the...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Miss New York 2001, Air Force Reserve Second Lieutenant Andrea Plummer, Air Force Institute of Technology, speaks to the gatheri More

The Palisades Park Fire Department Band and Pipers performs at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Our Troops" ly for national "Make a Difference Day." Veteran of Foreign Wars (VFW) and its Ladies Auxiliary, in cooperation with the New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs sponsored the ly. The event hosted numerous entertainment acts for the 15,000 attending the three-hour ly. "Americas armed forces are gearing up for a long and arduous war on an invisible, but terrifying enemy," said VFW Commander-in-CHIEF Jim N. Goldsmith. "We are asking a lot from our men and women in the military, which is why it is imperative that we show them our support. The...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: The Palisades Park Fire Department Band and Pipers performs at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Our Troops" ra More

Barbara Fairchild and her husband Roy Morris perform at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Our Troops" rally for national "Make a Difference Day." Veteran of Foreign Wars (VFW) and its Ladies Auxiliary, in cooperation with the New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs sponsored the rally. The event hosted numerous entertainment acts for the 15,000 attending the three-hour rally. "Americas armed forces are gearing up for a long and arduous war on an invisible, but terrifying enemy," said VFW Commander-in-CHIEF Jim N. Goldsmith. "We are asking a lot from our men and women in the military, which is why it is imperative that we show them our support. The rally...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Barbara Fairchild and her husband Roy Morris perform at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Our Troops" rally for More

Country musician, Toby Keith, performs at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Our Troops" rally for national "Make a Difference Day." Veteran of Foreign Wars (VFW) and its Ladies Auxiliary, in cooperation with the New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs sponsored the rally. The event hosted numerous entertainment acts for the 15,000 attending the three-hour rally. "Americas armed forces are gearing up for a long and arduous war on an invisible, but terrifying enemy," said VFW Commander-in-CHIEF Jim N. Goldsmith. "We are asking a lot from our men and women in the military, which is why it is imperative that we show them our support. The rally also will...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Country musician, Toby Keith, performs at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Our Troops" rally for national "Mak More

Bill Hammond, Retired United States Army, observes a moment of silence at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Our Troops" rally for national "Make a Difference Day." Veteran of Foreign Wars (VFW) and its Ladies Auxiliary, in cooperation with the New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs sponsored the rally. The event hosted numerous entertainment acts for the 15,000 attending the three-hour rally. "Americas armed forces are gearing up for a long and arduous war on an invisible, but terrifying enemy," said VFW Commander-in-CHIEF Jim N. Goldsmith. "We are asking a lot from our men and women in the military, which is why it is imperative that we show them our...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Bill Hammond, Retired United States Army, observes a moment of silence at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Our More

The Colonial Color Guard, New Jersey National Guard present the colors at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Our Troops" rally for national "Make a Difference Day." Veteran of Foreign Wars (VFW) and its Ladies Auxiliary, in cooperation with the New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs sponsored the rally. The event hosted numerous entertainment acts for the 15,000 attending the three-hour rally. "Americas armed forces are gearing up for a long and arduous war on an invisible, but terrifying enemy," said VFW Commander-in-CHIEF Jim N. Goldsmith. "We are asking a lot from our men and women in the military, which is why it is imperative that we show them our...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: The Colonial Color Guard, New Jersey National Guard present the colors at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Our More

A member of the USO Troupe of Metropolitan New York performs at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Our Troops" lly for national "Make a Difference Day." Veten of Foreign Wars (VFW) and its Ladies Auxiliary, in coopetion with the New Jersey Department of Military and Vetens Affairs sponsored the lly. The event hosted numerous entertainment acts for the 15,000 attending the three-hour lly. "Americas armed forces are gearing up for a long and arduous war on an invisible, but terrifying enemy," said VFW Commander-in-CHIEF Jim N. Goldsmith. "We are asking a lot from our men and women in the military, which is why it is impetive that we show them our support. The...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: A member of the USO Troupe of Metropolitan New York performs at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Our Troops" r More

A.G. Blue, an Army Private First Class performs at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Our Troops" rally for national "Make a Difference Day." Veteran of Foreign Wars (VFW) and its Ladies Auxiliary, in cooperation with the New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs sponsored the rally. The event hosted numerous entertainment acts for the 15,000 attending the three-hour rally. "Americas armed forces are gearing up for a long and arduous war on an invisible, but terrifying enemy," said VFW Commander-in-CHIEF Jim N. Goldsmith. "We are asking a lot from our men and women in the military, which is why it is imperative that we show them our support. The rally also...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: A.G. Blue, an Army Private First Class performs at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Our Troops" rally for nati More

Miss USA 2001 Kandace Krueger from Austin, Texas performs at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Our Troops" for national "Make a Difference Day." Veteran of Foreign Wars (VFW) and its Ladies Auxiliary, in cooperation with the New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs sponsored the . The event hosted numerous entertainment acts for the 15,000 attending the three-hour . "Americas armed forces are gearing up for a long and arduous war on an invisible, but terrifying enemy," said VFW Commander-in-CHIEF Jim N. Goldsmith. "We are asking a lot from our men and women in the military, which is why it is imperative that we show them our support. The...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Miss USA 2001 Kandace Krueger from Austin, Texas performs at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Our Troops" rall More

The Star Spangled Girls, a group of former Miss New Jerseys, perform at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Our Troops" rally for national "Make a Difference Day." Veteran of Foreign Wars (VFW) and its Ladies Auxiliary, in cooperation with the New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs sponsored the rally. The event hosted numerous entertainment acts for the 15,000 attending the three-hour rally. "Americas armed forces are gearing up for a long and arduous war on an invisible, but terrifying enemy," said VFW Commander-in-CHIEF Jim N. Goldsmith. "We are asking a lot from our men and women in the military, which is why it is imperative that we show them our...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: The Star Spangled Girls, a group of former Miss New Jerseys, perform at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Our T More

A member of the Palisades Park Fire Department Band and Pipers performs at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Our Troops" rally for national "Make a Difference Day." Veteran of Foreign Wars (VFW) and its Ladies Auxiliary, in cooperation with the New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs sponsored the rally. The event hosted numerous entertainment acts for the 15,000 attending the three-hour rally. "Americas armed forces are gearing up for a long and arduous war on an invisible, but terrifying enemy," said VFW Commander-in-CHIEF Jim N. Goldsmith. "We are asking a lot from our men and women in the military, which is why it is imperative that we show them our...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: A member of the Palisades Park Fire Department Band and Pipers performs at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Ou More

Americans show their support and patriotism at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Our Troops" rally for national "Make a Difference Day." Veteran of Foreign Wars (VFW) and its Ladies Auxiliary, in cooperation with the New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs sponsored the rally. The event hosted numerous entertainment acts for the 15,000 attending the three-hour rally. "Americas armed forces are gearing up for a long and arduous war on an invisible, but terrifying enemy," said VFW Commander-in-CHIEF Jim N. Goldsmith. "We are asking a lot from our men and women in the military, which is why it is imperative that we show them our support. The rally also will...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Americans show their support and patriotism at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Our Troops" rally for national More

Joseph A. McLaughlin, Retired United States Marine Corps, observes a moment of silence at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Our Troops" rally for national "Make a Difference Day." Veteran of Foreign Wars (VFW) and its Ladies Auxiliary, in cooperation with the New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs sponsored the rally. The event hosted numerous entertainment acts for the 15,000 attending the three-hour rally. "Americas armed forces are gearing up for a long and arduous war on an invisible, but terrifying enemy," said VFW Commander-in-CHIEF Jim N. Goldsmith. "We are asking a lot from our men and women in the military, which is why it is imperative that we...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Joseph A. McLaughlin, Retired United States Marine Corps, observes a moment of silence at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during More

Enlistees of the United States Marines take the oath of enlistment at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Our Troops" rally for national "Make a Difference Day." Veteran of Foreign Wars (VFW) and its Ladies Auxiliary, in cooperation with the New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs sponsored the rally. The event hosted numerous entertainment acts for the 15,000 attending the three-hour rally. "Americas armed forces are gearing up for a long and arduous war on an invisible, but terrifying enemy," said VFW Commander-in-CHIEF Jim N. Goldsmith. "We are asking a lot from our men and women in the military, which is why it is imperative that we show them our...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Enlistees of the United States Marines take the oath of enlistment at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Our Tro More

William "Bill" Rogister, former 6th Combat Camera Unit Photographer, talks to a group of International Combat Camera Association (CCA) and Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) members about combat camera pictures displayed at the March Field Museum during an Open House

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: March Air Reserve Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: AFRC Scene Camera Operator: TSG More

Ms. Opal Enquist (center), President of the Ladies Auxiliary to the VFW Post 1087, with Mr. Hank Politz (left), former commander of VFW Post 1087 and Mr. Ray Lutz (right), Junior Vice Commander for the Department of Montana VFW, holds a ceremonial wreath during a Prisoners of War/Missing in Action retreat at Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont., on September 17, 2004.(U.S. Air Force PHOTO by Christy Kynett) (RELEASED)

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Great Falls Air Force Base State: Montana (MT) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: Christy Kynett Release Status: Rel More

A member of a local VFW unit holds the flag of the U.S. of America to be given to the family of the late U.S. Air Force MAJ. Ralph L. Carlock during a recent Air Force Repatriation Ceremony at Duluth, MN, on Sept. 17, 2004.(U.S. Air Force PHOTO by STAFF SGT. Brett R. Ewald) (RELEASED)

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Duluth State: Minnesota (MN) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: SSGT Brett R. Ewald Release Status: Released to Publ More

U.S. Air Force Malmstrom Air Force Base personnel and VFW Post 1087 members, salute during a Prisoners of War/Missing in Action retreat at Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont., on September 17, 2004.(U.S. Air Force PHOTO by Christy Kynett) (RELEASED)

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Great Falls Air Force Base State: Montana (MT) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: Christy Kynett Release Status: Rel More

Left to right, a US Jewish War Veteran (JWV) member Harmon Tron, Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Department Quartermaster Rob Weiss, Military Order of the Purple Heart Department Commander Lino Pretto and American Legion State Commander John Skinner on tour of the Michigan National Guard (MNG) Joint Forces Headquarters building in Lansing, Michigan (MI). (A3596)

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Lancing State: Michigan (MI) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: SSG Jim Downen Jr., Miarng Release Status: Released More

Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) officials, State SENIOR Vice Commander Jim Warnerright, Department Quartermaster Rob Weiss, center and Director of Veterans Services Daniel Croker, left, meet with Army National Guard (ARNG) Brigadier General (BGEN) Robert Taylor at the Joint Forces Headquarters building in Lansing, Michigan (MI). (A3596)

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Lancing State: Michigan (MI) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: SSG Jim Downen Jr., Miarng Release Status: Released More

Polish Legion of American Veterans (PLAV) member Gene Hentowski, left and Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) State SENIOR Vice Commander Jim Warner listen to Michigan Army National Guard (MIARNG) Major General (MGEN) Thomas Cutler giving a presentation on the layout of the Joint Forces Headquarters building in Lansing, Michigan. (A3596)

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Lancing State: Michigan (MI) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: SSG Jim Downen Jr., Miarng Release Status: Released More

Not seen, are Michigan Army National Guard (MIARNG) Soldiers with the Taylor, Michigan (MI), 210th Military Police Battalion (MPB) and 1776th Military Police Company (MPC), who are welcomed home by the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Representative Jim Brown, as return from the Gulf Coast to their unit armory in Taylor, Michigan. The 210th MP Battalion and 1776th MPC are returning from the Gulf Coast where they were deployed in support of Operation KATRINA RELIEF. (A3596)

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KATRINA RELIEF Base: Taylor State: Michigan (MI) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: 1776th M More

(left to right) Taylor, Michigan (MI), Mayor Gregory E. Pitoniak, Command Sergeant Major (CMSGM) Michael Foy, Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) representative Jim Brown and Brigadier General (BGEN) Nelson Cannon with the Michigan Army National Guard (MIARNG), gather to welcome home personnel with the Military Police. MIARNG Military Police (MP) units are returning from the Gulf coast after augmenting local law enforcement and providing humanitarian assistance in support of Katrina Relief efforts to the citizens of the Gulf Coast. (A3596)

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Taylor State: Michigan (MI) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: 1776th MP Co Scene Camera Operator: SSG Jim Downe More

A member of the local media conducts an interview with a member of The of Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), Post No. 3293, from Grand Ledge, Michigan (MI) during a Welcome Home Ceremony, for Soldiers assigned to the 263rd Personnel Services Detachment, Michigan Army National Guard (MIARNG), at Lansing, Michigan (MI). The Soldiers are returning from a one-year deployment to Iraq, in support of Operation IRAQI FREEDOM. (A3695)

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: IRAQI FREEDOM Base: Lansing State: Michigan (MI) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: SSG Jim Down More

US Army (USA) SPECIALIST (SPC) Jason Fuller, 263rd Personnel Services Detachment, Michigan Army National Guard (MIARNG), poses for a group photograph with members of The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), Post No. 3293, during a Welcome Home Ceremony, for Soldiers assigned to the 263rd Personnel Services Detachment at Lansing, Michigan (MI). The Soldiers are returning from a one-year deployment to Iraq, in support of Operation IRAQI FREEDOM. (A3695)

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: IRAQI FREEDOM Base: Lansing State: Michigan (MI) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: SSG Jim Down More