As yesterday's defenders of freedom we want to welcome today's military servicemembers into our ranks to become part of our elite group. Our common bond is the battlefield, whether it is service in the Persian Gulf, Korea, Kosovo, the war on terrorism or peace-keeping expeditionary campaigns. Your courage and sacrifice have made a difference in preserving and defending world peace.

Become part of the VFW family today so you can make a difference in your community tomorrow. To obtain a Membership Application, come by the Post at 210 Ronie St, Hattiesburg, MS, call us at (601) 582-9314, or email us at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .

The following are some of the Medals and Badges that have been awarded since the Vietnam War. Written authorization to wear either of these will qualify you for membership in the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW).

• Korea Defense Medal
• Kuwait Liberation Medal
• South West Asia Service Medal 
• Afghan Campaign Medal
• Iraq Campaign Medal
• GWTO Expeditionary Medal
• Kosovo Campaign Medal
• Kuwait Liberation Medal (SA)
• Air Force Expeditionary Service Ribbon with Gold Border
• Combat Action Badge
• SSBN Nuclear Deterrent Patrol Breast Insignia

Lacy Kelly VFW Post 3036 is located at 210 Ronie Street in downtown Hattiesburg. Call us at (601) 582-9314, FAX us at (601) 582-7885, or email us at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it   for additional information. We encourage all veterans from Hattiesburg and surrounding communities to join us and continue their service to America.