Sandy Coor VFW Post 1433 and VFW Auxiliary 1433 proudly honor and remember America’s Prisoners of War (POW) and those still Missing in Action (MIA). Through education, remembrance ceremonies, patriotic observances, and community outreach, we remain committed to ensuring that the sacrifices of these service members are never forgotten.
Our POW/MIA program reflects our dedication to remembering those who never returned home and supporting continued awareness of their service and sacrifice.
We believe it is our duty to:
Honor former Prisoners of War
Remember those Missing in Action
Educate future generations about their sacrifices
Promote national awareness of POW/MIA issues
Preserve the legacy of America’s missing and unreturned service members
Post 1433 and Auxiliary 1433 proudly support National POW/MIA Recognition Day through:
Community ceremonies
Patriotic observances
Public awareness activities
POW/MIA table displays
Flag ceremonies and tributes
Veteran and community participation events
These observances help ensure that the sacrifices of America’s missing service members are remembered and honored.
The POW/MIA Remembrance Table serves as a powerful symbol honoring missing and captive service members.
Our programs may include educational presentations explaining the meaning behind:
The white tablecloth
The single red rose
The empty chair
The candle
The lemon slice and salt
The inverted glass
The Bible
The POW/MIA flag
These symbols remind us that many service members remain unaccounted for and are never forgotten.
Post 1433 proudly displays the POW/MIA flag as a symbol of national remembrance and commitment to those who remain missing.
We support:
Proper display of the POW/MIA flag
Community education
Patriotic ceremonies
Public observances and awareness events
Our POW/MIA remembrance efforts also recognize the families who continue to carry the burden of uncertainty and sacrifice.
We honor:
Former POWs
Families of missing service members
Gold Star families
Veterans of all generations who served beside those still unaccounted for
Through schools, community events, and patriotic programs, we work to educate future generations about:
The history of POWs and MIAs
Military sacrifice
Patriotism and civic responsibility
The importance of remembering those who never came home
Post 1433 and Auxiliary 1433 proudly work with:
Veteran organizations
Schools and educators
Scouts and youth groups
Community volunteers
Patriotic organizations
Local civic leaders
Together, we continue preserving the memory and legacy of America’s missing heroes.
The members of Sandy Coor VFW Post 1433 and VFW Auxiliary 1433 remain committed to honoring all Prisoners of War and those Missing in Action.
Their service, sacrifice, and dedication to our nation will always be remembered.
