Veterans Of Foreign Wars Post 6057 Canby - Aurora

08/26/2026

We will be holding a short ceremony at 11am on Monday, August 31st at the Vietnam Era Veterans Memorial to recognize the close of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Over 1.5 million American service
members deployed during the operation, and nearly 4,500 gave their lives in service to the cause of freedom. Iraqi Freedom veteran Amber Carson will speak about her experiences during the operation. We invite the community to attend.

You may learn more about the Vietnam Era Veterans Memorial at

Visit Vietnam Era Veterans Memorial in the United States. VFW Post honors Vietnam War veterans, preserving their stories and sacrifices for future generations.

08/17/2026

This video is for those not able to attend Michael Breshears Celebration of Life but wish to hear about this highly decorated Vietnam Veteran. This is a full video of the celebration. You will find some photos on the memorial website as well as access to this video at https://vietnameravetsmemorial.com/mission

08/15/2026

We celebrated the life of Vietnam Veteran Michael Breshears today at the Vietnam Era Veterans Memorial. The near 100 attendees were welcomed with a musical prelude by Dr. J's Brass Quintet. MC Jonathan Miller opened the celebration, Pastor Larry Parks gave the invocation, and Carter Reed (CHS 2026 graduate) sang "America".

The program consisted of the Lewis & Clark Young Marines doing an Iwo Jima Flag raising, Vietnam Veteran and Purple Heart Recipient Ron Cannon speaking, Past Canby Librarian Beth Saul speaking, and Vietnam Veteran 4-time Purple Heart Recipient (and Leave It to Beaver child TV Star) Gary Hunley speaking.

The program concluded with Taps and a Benediction. Burgerville treated all attendees to a marionberry sundae and lemonade. We appreciate all the veterans and members of the community who attended and those who attended in spirit.

You may learn more about the Vietnam Era Veterans Memorial at https://vietnameravetsmemorial.com/

08/14/2026

Veterans and community members, please join us on Saturday, August 15 at 11am to say farewell to one of our Vietnam Veterans at the Vietnam Era Veterans Memorial. Mike Breshears was one of the leaders in building the Vietnam Era Veterans Memorial. He passed away a few weeks ago and we want to have a short celebration of his life. So many of our Vietnam Veterans were not recognized for their sacrifice when they came home. Let's be sure we recognize them now and celebrate all Vietnam Veterans through Mike. After the ceremony Burgerville is giving out ice cream sunday's to all who attended.

07/29/2026

The signing of the Korean Armistice was recognized on Monday at the Vietnam Era Veterans Memorial. We were fortunate to have Korean War Veteran Leonard Rothenberger in attendance. Leonard presented the memorial wreath, and his family placed two memorial bricks in his honor. You may learn more about the Vietnam Era Veterans Memorial at https://vietnameravetsmemorial.com/

07/24/2026

We will be placing Flags at the Vietnam Era Veterans Memorial as a remembrance of the Signing of the Korean Armistice – July 27, 1953. On Monday, July 27 at 11am we will be holding a short remembrance ceremony at the memorial. We invite the community to join us. We are fortunate to have a Korean War veteran join us and his family will be placing a memorial brick in his name.

06/30/2026

We will be placing flags on Thursday at the Vietnam Era Veterans Memorial to celebrate our 250th birthday.

Independence Day stands as a reminder of the moment a group of
determined colonists chose the difficult path toward self‑governance, staking everything on the belief that liberty was worth the risk. On July 4, 1776, the Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence, asserting that the American colonies were no longer subject to the British Crown. It was more than a political break — it was a statement of values: that people have inherent rights, that government must be accountable to the governed, and that freedom demands both courage and sacrifice.

Those principles still echo today, especially for veterans and families who understand the cost of defending them.
For the Veterans of Foreign Wars community, Independence Day
carries a special weight. The fireworks, parades, and gatherings are
symbols of a nation that has endured because generations of service members stepped forward when called.

The freedoms celebrated on the Fourth of July were secured not only in 1776 but on every battlefield where Americans have served since. It’s a day to honor the legacy of those who fought for independence, those who preserved it, and those who continue to safeguard it today. As we raise our flags and spend time with our communities, we remember that liberty is never guaranteed — it is upheld by the dedication, resilience, and unity of the American people

06/13/2026

We have placed the flags at the Vietnam Era Veterans Memorial to honor Flag Day.

Each year on June 14, Americans celebrate Flag Day to honor the adoption of the Stars and Stripes as our national emblem in 1777. The Continental Congress established the flag’s design—thirteen stripes for the original colonies and thirteen stars for a new constellation of states—symbolizing unity, freedom, and the enduring spirit of independence. From battlefields to schools, from front porches to public squares, the flag has flown as a proud reminder of the sacrifices made to preserve liberty and the ideals our nation was founded upon.

Flag Day is more than a date on the calendar—it is a moment to reflect on what the flag represents to every generation of Americans. For veterans and their families, it stands as a living symbol of service, courage, and commitment to country. As communities across the nation raise the flag high, we renew our pledge to uphold the values it embodies: justice, equality, and the promise of freedom for all.
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05/24/2026

We have placed the memorial wreath and posted the flags at the Vietnam Era Veterans Memorial to honor Memorial Day.

Memorial Day, observed on the last Monday of May, stands as one of America’s most solemn and meaningful national observances—a day dedicated to honoring the men and women who gave their lives in service to the nation. Originating after the Civil War as Decoration Day, when citizens placed flowers on the graves of fallen soldiers, it evolved into a nationwide tribute encompassing all who died defending freedom.

The day reminds us that the liberties we enjoy were secured through sacrifice, and that remembrance is not a single act but a continuing duty. For communities across the country, Memorial Day is both a time of reflection and renewal. Ceremonies at cemeteries, parades through town squares, and quiet moments of prayer all serve to connect generations in gratitude.

It’s a day to teach youth the meaning of service, to comfort families who bear the cost of war, and to reaffirm our shared commitment to peace and unity. In honoring the fallen, we strengthen the living bond of loyalty and remembrance that defines the American spirit.

05/17/2026

A big THANK YOU to the more than 35 community volunteers who participated in the VFW Day of Service to restore the Vietnam Era Veterans Memorial on Saturday. We also wish to thank Canby Landscape Supply for providing 5 yards of bark dust. Within the three hours of the project we polished the statute, cleaned the bricks, removed many dead stumps and bushes, and placed the 5 yards of bark dust. We are now ready for Memorial Day. Thank you!