by Paul Edelstein | Apr 26, 2023 | In memoriam
November 8, 1950 – March 19, 2023 Phillip Gannia, age 72 died of medical complications on Sunday, March 19, 2023 in his home in Shelby Township.Phil is survived by his son Ryan Frans of New York, his sister, Evangeline “Vange” Gannia of Knoxville, Tennessee and...
by Paul Edelstein | Apr 21, 2023 | Chapter News, Community Outreach, Partnerships
Members of Vietnam Veterans of America Detroit Chapter #9 gathered in Downtown Detroit to attend the dedication of the John D. Dingell Veterans Affairs Medical Center’s “Valor Center”. The Valor Center, which stands for “veterans aspiring to...
by Paul Edelstein | Mar 31, 2023 | Chapter News, Community Outreach, Partnerships, Vietnam Veterans
On March 29, 2023, National Vietnam War Veterans Day, VVA Detroit Chapter 9 and its AVVA held a special event to honor of a 100 year old World War II veteran. The event, held in conjunction with VFW Post 6691 in Fraser, was attended by Mark Hackel, the Macomb County...
by Paul Edelstein | Mar 27, 2023 | Chapter News, Press Releases
A 100-year-old World War II veteran will be honored this month for his military service and longevity. Mike Aleo, born August 27, 1922, will be feted on March 29, 2023 – National Vietnam War Veterans Day. The 1 p.m. celebrationwill be held at the VFW Post 6691, 17075...
by Paul Edelstein | Mar 26, 2023 | Chapter News, Community Outreach, Partnerships
Vietnam Veterans of America Detroit Chapter 9 recently made a contribution to the League of POW/MIA Families to assist in the efforts of locating and identifying missing American personnel from all wars. The League of POW/MIA Families is a non-profit organization that...
