D. Merl Tipton VFW Post 43

06/16/2026

This Friday June 19th I'll be back at Martinsburg VFW for some karaoke from 7pm-11pm!!! Come out show some support and lets have some fun!!! I'll see y'all there!!!

06/16/2026

06/14/2026

Happy Birthday Army !

06/12/2026

Did you know women served our country from the earliest of times, but were not recognized like our male counterparts?
Did you know even though women served in Wars and conflicts - they were not allowed to join the VFW until 1978? And Women were not allowed to join our military academies until 1978. We are just now seeing more higher ranking women officers and enlisted. This is not to deter from our male servicemen who served or serves - this is just to create awareness that our women servicewomen deserve the same. There are some women who do not feel like a Veteran even though they served and did their duty to America.
Let’s give a shout out to our Women Service Members and those pioneers who served before them and broke the barriers. God Bless America and God Bless those who took the rode less taken. 🇺🇸

06/07/2026

Sunday Reflection 💙

Military life teaches us many things, but perhaps one of the greatest lessons is resilience.

It teaches us how to say goodbye when our hearts want to hold on a little longer.

It teaches us how to celebrate birthdays, holidays, graduations, and milestones from miles away.

It teaches us patience during deployments, strength during uncertainty, and faith during the moments when we miss our loved ones the most.

As military families, we learn that resilience doesn't mean we never struggle. It means we keep moving forward despite the challenges. It means finding strength in one another, supporting those around us, and trusting that brighter days are ahead.

Every military mom, dad, spouse, child, and service member has a story of perseverance. Through the tears, the sacrifices, and the countless days apart, we discover just how strong we truly are.

Today, take a moment to reflect on the resilience that military life has built within you and your family.

You are stronger than you know.
You are not alone.
And together, we continue to serve, support, and stand strong.

Wishing all of our military families a peaceful and blessed Sunday. 🇺🇸

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06/02/2026

Last month we celebrated our Active Duty Military, their families and honored our deceased Veterans.
This month we are making awareness of a new initiative that is gaining momentum- Veterans who died by Su***de - thinking there was no way out. Green Star Families.

S.A.V.E.

05/31/2026

👨🏻‍🎓👩🏻‍🎓Class of 2026👨🏻‍🎓👩🏻‍🎓(College and High School)
🫡Thank you to our future Soldiers-Sailors-Marines-Airmen-Guardians and Coast Guardsmen. 🫡
☀️Your future is bright and “Oh the places you will Go!” ☀️
🇺🇸God Bless You - your families and God Bless America. 🇺🇸

05/30/2026

🔥TONITE IS THE NITE !! 🔥
🎤🥁🎸For Live music at the Martinsburg VFW Post 43 🎸🥁🎤

Felix and the Hurricanes

Saturday-May 30, 2026
6-9pm
Free to the Public (Outside in the Parking Lot) - Alcohol Free
Sodas and water available outside for $1.00
The Banquet Room (and canteen for members) will be open for “adult beverages”
Stop by and enjoy the evening of live entertainment and some amazing weather !

See Ya There !