The Meaning of the "Flag-Draped Coffin"

All Americans should be given this lesson. Those who think that Americans are an arrogant nation should really reconsider that thought. Our founding fathers used GOD's words and teachings to establish our Great Nation and I think it's high time Americans get re-educated about this Nation's history.

Pass it along and be proud of the country we live in, and even more proud of those who serve to protect our 'GOD-GIVEN' rights and freedoms.

I hope you take the time to read this ... To understand what the flag draped coffin really means ... Here is how to understand the flag that laid upon it and is surrendered to so many widows and widowers:

Do you know that at military funerals, the 21-gun salute stands for the sum of the numbers in the year 1776?

Have you ever noticed that the honor guard pays meticulous attention to correctly folding the  flag of the United States of America Flag 13 times? You probably thought it was to symbolize the original 13 colonies, but we learn something new every day!

The 1st fold of the flag is a symbol of life.

The 2nd fold is a symbol of the belief in eternal life.

The 3rd fold is made in honor and remembrance of the veterans departing the ranks who gave a portion of their lives for the defense of the country to attain peace throughout the world.

The 4th fold represents the weaker nature, for as American citizens trusting in God, it is to Him we turn in times of peace as well as in time of war for His divine guidance.

The 5th fold is a tribute to the country, for in the words of Stephen Decatur, 'Our Country, in dealing with other countries, may she always be right; but it is still our country, right or wrong.'

The 6th fold is for where people's hearts lie. It is with their heart that they pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with Liberty and Justice for all.

The 7th fold is a tribute to its Armed Forces, for it is through the Armed Forces that they protect their country and their flag against all her enemies, whether they be found within or without the boundaries of their republic.

The 8th fold is a tribute to the one who entered into the valley of the shadow of death, that we might see the light of day.

The 9th fold is a tribute to womanhood, and Mothers. For it has been through their faith, their love, loyalty and devotion that the character of the men and women who have made this country great has been molded.

The 10th fold is a tribute to the father, for he, too, has given his sons and daughters for the defense of their country since they were first born.

The 11th fold represents the lower portion of the seal of King David and King Solomon and glorifies in the Hebrews eyes, the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob.

The 12th fold represents an emblem of eternity and glorifies, in the Christians eyes, God the Father, the Son and Holy Spirit.

The 13th fold, or when the flag is completely folded, the stars are uppermost reminding them of their Nations motto, 'In God We Trust.'

After the flag is completely folded and tucked in, it takes on the appearance of a cocked hat, ever reminding us of the soldiers who served under General George Washington, and the Sailors and Marines who served under Captain John Paul Jones, who were followed by their comrades and shipmates in the Armed Forces of the United States, preserving for them the rights, privileges and freedoms they enjoy today.

There are some traditions and ways of doing things that have deep meaning. In the future, you'll see flags folded and now you will know why. Share this with the children you love and all others who love what is referred to as the symbol of 'Liberty and Freedom.'

Subject: VFW Telemarketing Scam

I have received word that a telemarketer is soliciting funds on behalf of the VFW Department Headquarters.

There are only 2 telemarketers authorized to solicit funds on our behalf in New Mexico and they DO NOT call any members of our Department!

The 2 authorized solicitors are MDS Communications; solicitors for National HQ's and iMarketing Acquisitions, LLC; (formerly XENTEL) solicitors for Department HQ's.

If you get a telemarketer call from anyone besides the 2 solicitors mentioned above, please get as much information as possible; i.e. time & date of call, phone number/caller id, name of caller/organization and the amount of money they are asking for; try and get them to send you some type of paperwork or even try to get an address to send them a check (of course you wouldn't do that!), also I will need to know if your phone number is registered on the National Do Not Call Registry.

Register your phone numbers at www.donotcall.gov

I have filed a complaint with the FTC, and the items above are the type of things they want to know.

Hopefully with your help, we can catch these crooks.

 

 

David Fouse

Adjutant/Quartermaster

Department of New Mexico, VFW

PO Box 1084

Ruidoso Downs, NM 88346

Office (575) 653-4378

Fax (575) 653-4207

Cell: (575) 973-4965

Email: vfwnmhq@gmail.com

Friday, March 6th - Dart Tournament

 

Sunday, March 8th, Daylight Savings Time begins.  Clocks spring forward one hour.

 

Thursday, March 12th, House Committee meeting 5:30 PM

 

Tuesday, March 17th, St. Patrick's Day - Wear green

Thursday, March 19th - VFW and Auxiliary meeting 6:30 PM

Friday, March 20th, Spring begins

 

Sunday, March 29th, Palm Sunday

Due to the weather and icy road conditions, the canteen will not be open today, January 2nd.  If conditions improve it will open at the usual time 4:00 PM on Saturday, January 3rd.

 

Be safe and stay warm!!!! 

Wednesday, December 31st - New Year's Eve party - Pot Luck - Party favors - Canteen opens at 4:00 PM

 

Thursday, January 1st - New Years Day - Canteen open at 3:00 PM.  Black Eyed Pea Stew 

 

Friday, January 2nd - Dart Tournament

 

Thursday, January 8th - House Committee Meeting at 5:30 PM

 

Thursday - January 15th - VFW and Auxiliary Meeting at 6:30 PM

 

January 22nd thru 24th - Auxiliary National President's visit - Albuquerque

Sunday, December 7th - Pearl Harbor Day

 

Thursday, December 11th - House Committee Meeting - 5:30 PM

 

Thursday, December 18th - VFW and Auxiliary Meeting - 6:30 PM   Auxiliary members if you haven't paid your dues, they must be paid now so that they will reach National before December 31st for you to remain a continuous member.

 

Saturday, December 20th - VFW Christmas Party -  Pot Luck - Bring a gift, not over $10.00 if you want to participate in the Chinese gift exchange.

 

Thursday - December 25th - Christmas Day - Lounge closed

 

Wednesday - December 31st - New Years Eve 

Thursday, October 30th - Parade Meeting 5:30 PM

Saturday, November 1st-Auxiliary Council of Administration 11:00 AM

                                             Department President Jeanette Garcia's Homecoming 6:00 PM with Dinner at 7:00 PM

                                             Post 401 - Albuquerque

Sunday, November 2nd - Daylight Savings Time ends.  Remember to set your clocks back one hour at bedtime on Saturday.

Tuesday - November 4th - Election Day.  Please Vote

Thursday, November 6th - Parade Meeting 5:30 PM

Friday, November 7th - Dart Tournament at the Post

Saturday, November 8th - Veterans Day Parade 10:00 AM. Line up for the parade begins at 9:00 AM.  Ceremony in front of the Post 

                                                after the parade.  Hotdogs and Hamburgers after the ceremony.

Tuesday, November 11th - Veterans Day - Thanks to all veterans. (SEE BROADMOOR SCHOOL INVITE BELOW)

Thursday November 20th, VFW and Auxiliary meeting 6:30 PM.  Please attend and support the Post and Auxiliary.

Thursday, November 27th - Thanksgiving Day

Broadmoor Elementary Veterans Day                                                   

 

                                                                           

Broadmoor Elementary would like to invite you to come join us on this special day, Tuesday, November 11, 2014,

at 7:45 a.m. around the school flag pole. 

We want to honor our Veterans by raising the U.S. flag together with our students.

Reception to follow in the cafeteria.

If possible come dressed in uniform.

Please call our office to let us know that you will be attending before November 6, 2014.

575-433-1500