MOH Telesforo Trinidad VFW Post 124, Baguio City Philippines

MOH Telesforo Trinidad VFW Post 124, Baguio City Philippines The official page of VFW Post 124, Baguio City, Philippines

20/08/2026

🎉 We are incredibly proud to unveil our official 30th Anniversary emblem!

​Since 1996, VFW Post 124 has stood as a lasting symbol of the enduring military alliance between the United States and the Philippines. As we enter our 30th year, we are celebrating exactly what has kept us strong: 30 Years of Service and Camaraderie.

​From our ongoing local support across Baguio, Benguet, and the Cordilleras to the unbreakable bonds our members share, we are proud to represent both our home country and our host country. 🇺🇸🇵🇭

​Stay tuned over the coming weeks as we share our history, highlight our incredible members, and announce the details for our official 30th Anniversary celebration this October! Drop a 🇺🇸 or 🇵🇭 in the comments if you are ready to celebrate with us! 👇

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Something big is on the horizon for VFW Post 124! 👀​Tomorrow, we are officially kicking off our 30th Anniversary countdo...
19/08/2026

Something big is on the horizon for VFW Post 124! 👀

​Tomorrow, we are officially kicking off our 30th Anniversary countdown and revealing our brand new commemorative emblem. Keep an eye on our page right here at 11:00am tomorrow to see what we have been working on as we celebrate three decades in Baguio City! 🇺🇸🇵🇭

🇺🇸 Remembering V-J Day: The End of World War II 🇺🇸​The Timeline of Victory:​August 14, 1945 (7:00pm Washington, D.C. tim...
14/08/2026

🇺🇸 Remembering V-J Day: The End of World War II 🇺🇸

​The Timeline of Victory:

​August 14, 1945 (7:00pm Washington, D.C. time, August 15 7:00am local time): President Truman announced Japan's intention to surrender to the American public.

​August 15, 1945 (12:00pm Japan time, 11:00am local time): The Japanese people heard their emperor's voice for the first time as his pre-recorded surrender address was broadcast.

​September 2, 1945: The formal surrender ceremony occurred aboard the battleship USS Missouri in Tokyo Bay, officially ending World War II.

​Today, we pause to extend our deepest gratitude and respect to the courageous veterans of the WWII Pacific Theater. The campaigns in the Pacific were marked by grueling conditions and fierce combat. Those veteran's unimaginable sacrifices, resilience, and bravery secured the peace and freedom we hold dear today. We are forever in your debt. 🫡

​Help Honor Our Heroes: Did a member of your family serve in the Pacific during World War II? Please share a piece of their story in the comments below so we can remember and honor them together! 👇

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Welcome Aboard!A warm welcome to our newest Post 124 Comrade, US Navy (Retired) Rodrigo Ogues 🫡
12/08/2026

Welcome Aboard!

A warm welcome to our newest Post 124 Comrade, US Navy (Retired) Rodrigo Ogues 🫡

No one does more for veterans 🫡Braving the intense rainy season in Baguio to meet, plan, inform, and assist our fellow v...
11/08/2026

No one does more for veterans 🫡

Braving the intense rainy season in Baguio to meet, plan, inform, and assist our fellow veterans, their families, and our community at our August monthly members meeting.

We also took a solemn moment to drape our Post charter in honor of our recently fallen comrades 🕊

Combat Veterans that served honorably are welcome to apply for membership and join our meetings. If you wish to have camaraderie and fellowship with fellow veterans, need assistance with VA and government benefits, or want to volunteer your services for the betterment of veterans and our local community, please send us a message or stop in! 🫡

Bringing Light on Agent Orange Awareness DayBetween 1961 and 1971, millions of gallons of tactical herbicides, including...
10/08/2026

Bringing Light on Agent Orange Awareness Day

Between 1961 and 1971, millions of gallons of tactical herbicides, including Agent Orange, were sprayed during the Vietnam War. Decades after the fighting ended, the battle continues for hundreds of thousands of Vietnam Veterans and their families who suffer from severe, lasting health conditions caused by this toxic exposure.

​Today, we to their ongoing struggles. We remember their sacrifices, raise awareness of the generational impacts of chemical exposure, and continue to demand the justice and comprehensive care they have earned.

​What You Should Know:
- ​The Health Impact: Exposure is linked to numerous presumed conditions, including various cancers, Type 2 Diabetes, Ischemic Heart Disease, and Parkinson's Disease.

- ​Generational Effects: The devastating health impacts can also extend to the children of exposed veterans.

- ​Benefits Have Expanded: Thanks to recent legislation like the PACT Act, millions of veterans have expanded access to VA health care and benefits for toxic exposures.

​If you or a Vietnam Veteran you know has questions about toxic exposure claims, do not navigate it alone. Reach out to a VFW Service Officer to see if you are eligible for newly expanded VA benefits.

​Let’s honor our Vietnam Veterans by ensuring no one is left fighting in the dark.

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Today, on National Purple Heart Day, we pause to reflect on the immense bravery and sacrifice of the men and women who h...
07/08/2026

Today, on National Purple Heart Day, we pause to reflect on the immense bravery and sacrifice of the men and women who have been wounded or killed in combat while serving our nation.

​A Brief History & Modern Significance:
The Purple Heart is the United States military's oldest medal still being awarded. It traces its esteemed lineage back to August 7, 1782, when General George Washington established the Badge of Military Merit to recognize extraordinary heroism and fidelity in battle. Revived in its modern form in 1932, today the Purple Heart is awarded in the name of the President to members of the U.S. Armed Forces who have been wounded or killed in action against an enemy of the United States. It stands as a solemn, enduring symbol of the literal blood spilled and lives sacrificed in defense of our nation's freedoms.

​MOH Telesforo Trinidad VFW Post 124 honors all Purple Heart recipients. Their unwavering courage and the physical and emotional sacrifices they endured have secured the freedoms we hold dear. Please join us today in remembering these extraordinary heroes and expressing our deepest gratitude.

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From Defense to Offense: The Battle that Changed the PacificOn August 7, 1942, Allied forces launched Operation Watchtow...
07/08/2026

From Defense to Offense: The Battle that Changed the Pacific

On August 7, 1942, Allied forces launched Operation Watchtower, landing on the shores of Guadalcanal. This marked the first major Allied offensive against the Empire of Japan in World War II.

Over six grueling months of combat across land, sea, and air, U.S. and Allied forces halted Japanese expansion, secured vital supply routes, and captured the strategic Henderson Field. Guadalcanal was the crucial turning point that definitively shifted the momentum of the war in the Pacific.

Today, VFW Post 124 honors the immense courage, resilience, and sacrifice of the service members who fought for this defining victory. We will never forget.

Happy 236th Birthday to the United States Coast Guard! ⚓🇺🇸​From your fellow comrades at MOH Telesforo Trinidad VFW Post ...
04/08/2026

Happy 236th Birthday to the United States Coast Guard! ⚓🇺🇸

​From your fellow comrades at MOH Telesforo Trinidad VFW Post 124 here in Baguio City, we salute the brave men and women who continually stand the watch. Thank you for your unwavering vigilance, valor, and dedication to duty upon the seas and shores.

​Semper Paratus—Always Ready!

​👇 Join us in honoring their legacy! Tag a Coastie in the comments below to wish them a happy birthday, or share your favorite Coast Guard story to show your support.

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𝗥𝗘𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗗𝗘𝗥Post 124 Monthly Members Meeting and fellowship this week!📅 Wednesday, August 5⏰️ 1:00pm📍Travelite Hotel Legarda...
03/08/2026

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Post 124 Monthly Members Meeting and fellowship this week!

📅 Wednesday, August 5
⏰️ 1:00pm
📍Travelite Hotel Legarda Road

See you there comrades! 🫡

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