the Veterans of Foreign Wars
/ðə ˌvetərənz əv ˌfɒrən ˈwɔːz/
/ðə ˌvetərənz əv ˌfɔːrən ˈwɔːrz/
(abbreviation VFW)
- a large organization for former members of the US armed forces who fought in wars abroad. It helps those in need, has campaigns to influence the government on military matters, and does community service. It was established in 1899. compare American Legion
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the Veterans of Foreign Wars