Marine Corps League Detachment 1402

08/30/2026

08/02/2026

Contact Candie Brand 843.441.9727

08/01/2026

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Enter the Semper Fi Sh***un Raffle to stand with Marines, veterans, and their families. Your ticket helps the Marine Corps League Department of Georgia…

07/26/2026

Marine Corps League Detachment 1402 recruitment event at the We CARE Veterans Fair in Columbus, GA.

07/26/2026

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Here is another topic worth repeating.

One of the most common misconceptions we hear is that every veteran receives a 21-Gun Salute at their funeral.

That is not correct.

During military funeral honors, a firing party traditionally fires three r***e volleys in honor of the veteran. This time-honored tradition is often mistaken for a 21-Gun Salute, but they are not the same ceremony.

So who does receive a 21-Gun Salute?

The 21-Gun Salute is the nation’s highest ceremonial military honor. It is reserved for occasions such as:
🇺🇸 The President of the United States
🇺🇸 Former Presidents
🇺🇸 Heads of State
🇺🇸 Certain high-ranking military and government officials
🇺🇸 National events of exceptional significance

The r***e volleys performed by a funeral honor guard are a separate military tradition dating back centuries, symbolizing respect, honor, and a final farewell to the fallen.

Every veteran who is eligible for military funeral honors deserves to have these traditions remembered and understood correctly.

At Operation Honor Guard, we’re committed to educating the public while supporting the volunteer veteran honor guards who ensure these meaningful traditions continue for generations to come.

Together, let’s honor our veterans by honoring their traditions accurately.

www.operationhonorguard.us

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07/14/2026

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The We CARE Vet Fair™ is coming to Columbus and we can't wait to welcome YOU!

Two days. One location.

400 4th St, Columbus, GA 31901 | Columbus Civic Center

Let's talk details:

Thursday, July 23 is VA ONLY, 12:00 to 4:00 PM: That day is specifically for Veterans to enroll in VA healthcare through the 1010 VHA Enrollment Event and to work directly with claims specialists on-site. If you have been putting that off, this is the day built for exactly that.

Friday, July 24 brings something for everyone, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Over 100 community partners will be there. Veterans, Service Members and Spouses can connect with health and wellness screenings and employment resources. Getting ready to transition? Start building a plan. Kids have their own space to play and learn all day at no cost (adult supervision required). Veterans can continue with VA health enrollment, benefits claims, and medical exams. Survivors and Caregivers - we also have amazing resources available for you.

This year, Regiment will be on-site Friday for 1-on-1 gaming with Veterans and Military community members. Regiment is America's largest Military gaming community and this is a real chance to connect with them in person.

We will also have food trucks on site with snacks and meals available for purchase (Friday only). This is the ONLY part of the event with a cost. Come prepared with cash and credit card! All other on-site services, admission, and parking are FREE.

Come with questions. Leave with a plan.

unitedmilitarycare.org | (770) 973-0014