Nov 10, 2026
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — On Nov. 11, the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) proudly salutes every American who has worn our nation’s uniform, in war and in peace, at home and abroad, with gratitude, respect and humble thanks.
Veterans Day is a sacred opportunity to pause and honor the extraordinary service, selfless sacrifice and unyielding commitment of generation after generation of veterans. From the hilly terrain of Bunker Hill to the front lines of today, men and women from every corner of our nation, every background and every walk of life have answered the call, united by the same oath. Their vigilance has preserved the freedoms we cherish and the country we love.
The debt our nation owes extends far beyond the uniform. Military spouses, children and families serve alongside their loved ones, carrying the weight of long deployments, frequent moves and missed milestones with remarkable strength. The VFW is continually inspired by their resilience, and we will never forget the roughly 81,000 Americans still missing and unaccounted for. We will not stop working to bring them home.
For 127 years, the VFW’s mission has not changed. Day after day, VFW Posts and Auxiliaries prove that those who serve their country continue to serve their communities, and we will keep fighting in Washington and across the country for the benefits, health care and rights that veterans have earned. We will keep standing shoulder to shoulder with every generation of those who served. Together with our Auxiliary, the VFW calls on all Americans to join us on Veterans Day in not just thanking a veteran but also listening to their stories and honoring their service.