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Posted on May 10, 2020May 18, 2020 by UAV Webmaster

A Brief History of Ukrainian American Military Service

The history of Ukrainian American military service is almost as old as the United States itself. Ukrainian Americans have served in every conflict since the American Civil War, and we continue to serve today.

Ukrainian Americans have a long history of service in the US Armed Forces. A few Ukrainians served in the Civil War; a few may have served in earlier wars as well. With the immigration of large numbers of Ukrainians to the US in the 1890s, several dozen Ukrainians enlisted in the US Army in 1898 during the Spanish American War. They were largely from Pennsylvania and all had been born in Ukraine. Their service was brief but significant to our history.

Posted on March 22, 2020March 21, 2023 by UAV Webmaster

Veterans, Are You at Risk for COVID-19?

Older Adults are at Greater Risk for COVID-19

Older adults, 65 years and older, are at higher risk for COVID-19 and other severe illnesses. COVID-19 is a new disease and we are learning more about it every day.

Posted on March 22, 2020March 23, 2020 by UAV Webmaster

What is the VA Doing During the COVID-19 Pandemic?

Many veterans rely on the Veterans Administration (VA) for healthcare. What is the VA doing during the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic? Like many medical facilities across the country, they are taking steps to protect their patients and their staff. According to the VA’s Coronavirus FAQ, the Veterans Administration has activated its emergency management coordination cell and has started clinical screenings at all VA facilities.

Posted on January 12, 2020August 29, 2021 by UAV Webmaster

How to Apply for a Veteran ID Card

A Veteran ID Card (VIC) is a form of photo ID you can use to get discounts offered to Veterans at many stores, businesses, and restaurants. When you have this card, you won’t need to carry around your military discharge papers or share sensitive personal information to receive discounts. If you have a VIC, you don’t need to request another type of photo ID card to prove you’re a Veteran or to get retail or business discounts.

Posted on November 21, 2019March 21, 2023 by UAV Webmaster

Who Are the Oldest American Veteran Organizations?

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Did you ever wonder which are the oldest American veteran organizations? When you think of the oldest American veteran organization, you probably think of the American Legion or your local VFW post. You might be surprised to learn that the VFW and American Legion aren’t the oldest. In fact, they aren’t even in the top five (the VFW barely cracks the top 10).

Or perhaps you consider the traditions of the US Navy, so you might guess that the Navy League is oldest. Nope, not even close.

Oh, don’t forget the ethnic associations like the Jewish War Veterans, Italian American War Veterans, Ukrainian American Veterans and the Polish Legion of American Veterans; those are all pretty old, but none of them are the oldest.

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