American Veterans Department of Tennessee

10/16/2026

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The record incoming class brings the total number of cadets at UT to more than 400.

10/16/2026

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Angie Noël Wilhoit, age 47, passed away on Sunday, October 11, 2026, at Madigan Army Medical Center in Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, from colon cancer. She was surrounded by her family—parents, Mel and Susan Wilhoit, and sister, Christie Wilhoit Walters. Angie was also surrounded by a large body of loving and caring friends made over the course of her 20-year military career. She was a Lt-Colonel in the Army, serving as a nurse at Walter Reed Hospital in Washington D.C., Germany, Afghanistan, Korea, and Washington state.

She graduated from Rhea County High School in 1997 and Bryan College in 2003. After time in the Coast Guard, she went on to earn a degree in Nursing from John Hopkins University in Baltimore and a Master of Science in Nursing/Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner from Western University.

Her travels took her all over the world where she enjoyed scuba diving, hiking, rock climbing, and skiing. Her travels also involved mission trips to Zimbabwe, Africa and Europe. She especially enjoyed time with her family including her nephew, Jude, and nieces, Cassidy and Abigail Walters. Her life was characterized by her generosity and love for others. She loved much and was much loved.

Angie will be laid to rest next to her brother, Robbie, in Rhea Memory Gardens in Dayton, Tennessee. A Celebration of Life service with full military honors will be held at a later date to honor her service as a combat veteran and Lieutenant Colonel.

Please share your memories and photos of Angie on her online guest register www.vanderwall.com.

The family is being cared for by Vanderwall Funeral Home in Dayton, Tennessee.

10/12/2026

The Department Golf Tournament has been rescheduled to October 31, 2026.

10/12/2026

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The National Infantry Association, in collaboration with the Chief of Infantry, is proud to present the Order of Saint Michael (Airborne) award, recognizing outstanding contributions to Airborne, Air Assault, and Special Operations. This prestigious honor celebrates individuals who have demonstrated significant dedication and service to the Airborne, Air Assault and Special Operations community.

Visit https://infantryassn.org/order-of-st-michael-nomination-form/ for the nomination form.

10/09/2026

AMVETS Team,

Due to the extreme weather forecast for Saturday, October 10, 2026, the Department Golf Tournament has been postponed to October 17, 2026.

Please pass this information along to your post members.

10/06/2026

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The Wall That Heals — Coming to Cookeville October 22–25, 2026 The Wall That Heals, a traveling three-quarter–scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, will be on display in Cookeville, Tennessee from October 22 through October 25, 2026. This powerful memorial honors the more than 58,000...

10/06/2026

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Last week, our department had the honor of attending the ETMAC - East Tennessee Military Affairs Council in Knoxville, TN.

We were proud to introduce the Veterans Connect Portal (VCP), a one‑stop hub that directs service members, Veterans, and their families easily access free or reduced‑cost services and resources across Tennessee. This platform brings statewide support together in one trusted place, making it simpler than ever to find the help our military community deserves.

Connect with the VCP here: https://tnvcp.findhelp.com/

We are grateful to ETMAC for the invitation and for their continued commitment to supporting Tennessee’s Veteran community. Together, we are building a stronger, more connected future for those who have served.

To learn more about ETMAC, please visit: https://www.etmac.org/

Knox County TN Veterans Services

10/03/2026

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Members of the East Tennessee Veterans Honor Guard units provide veterans with their final military honors, including those whose remains are unclaimed.

10/02/2026

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18.

Not just a number.

Eighteen U.S. service members were killed during the Battle of Mogadishu, October 3–4, 1993, in Mogadishu, Somalia.

Behind every number was a person.

A teammate.
A family.
A life.

No one takes the hill alone. They never fought alone, and they should never be remembered alone.

As October 3rd approaches, we remember the men who didn't come home and the families who carried the weight of their loss.

Remember them.

Who is one person you believe we should never forget?