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The U.S. Army Tentative Schedule – 11/19/2024
GREETINGS FROM THE USAF RAO, ANGELES CITY….. THE U.S. ARMY RECRUITERS HAVE A TENTATIVE SCHEDULE TO VISIT U.S. AT 0930 HOUR UNTIL FINISHED AT OUR RAO CONFERENCE ROOM ON TUE NOV 19, 2024…. SUGGEST YOU REVIEW THE ASVAB PRACTICE TEST ON LINE PRIOR TO THEIR ARRIVAL AND REGISTER AT OUR RAO…. Prequalification Requirements Citizenship: Must…
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Vietnam Veterans of Australia Day Ceremony 09/18/2024
On Sunday, August 18, 2024, VVA Chapter PI 887 President Jim Lary and Secretary Ray Jones attended the Vietnam Veterans of Australia Day Ceremony in Clark Veterans Cemetery, Angeles City, Philippines (photos attached). A very nice ceremony with one of our staunchest allies. Lest we forget. Photo #1 – President Lary and Secretary Jones with…
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Remote Services in Olongapo on September 10, 2024, and Angeles City on September 11, 2024
Allen “Pop” Reeves American Legion Post 123 U.S. Embassy Manila, PhilippinesU.S. Consular Agency Cebu, Philippines August 21, 2024 Message for U.S. Citizens: Remote Services in Olongapo on September 10, 2024, and Angeles City on September 11, 2024 The U.S. Embassy’s American Citizen Services (ACS) Unit and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs will provide the…
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Medal of Honor and Civilian Presidential Medal of Freedom
Vietnam Veterans of America Statement from the President of Vietnam Veterans of America Regarding Recent Comments on Medal of Honor and Civilian Presidential Medal of Freedom: In light of recent statements made by a political candidate equating the Medal of Honor with the Presidential Medal of Freedom, it is essential to clarify the distinctions between…
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2024 Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) for Military Retirees and Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) Annuitants
Defense Finance and Accounting Service – DFAS 2024 Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) for Military Retirees and Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) Annuitants Based on the increase in the Consumer Price Index, there will be a 3.2 percent Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) for most retired pay and Survivor Benefit Plan annuities effective Dec. 1, 2023.…
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Virtual Town Hall for U.S. Citizens in the Philippines Featuring U.S. Ambassador MaryKay Carlson
Allen “Pop” Reeves American Legion Post 123 U.S. Embassy Manila, Philippines U.S. Consular Agency Cebu, Philippines October 6, 2023 Message for U.S. Citizens: Virtual Town Hall for U.S. Citizens in the Philippines Featuring U.S. Ambassador Mary Kay Carlson Have you ever wondered how the U.S. Embassy serves the interests of U.S citizens in the Philippines?…
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The Angeles City LGU advises the public to take precautionary measures amid the incoming “Super Typhoon Betty”
Public Advisory! The Angeles City LGU advises the public to take precautionary measures amid the incoming “Super Typhoon Betty” which may enter the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) later today or tomorrow morning, according to Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA). The Angeles City Disaster Risk and Reduction Management Office (ACDRRMO) is ready…
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Fallen Comrade Report – 08/02/2022
Allen “Pop” Reeves American Legion Post 123 The Following information is provided by The American Legion Department of the Philippines Office. It is our sad duty to Inform you that another Comrade has fallen. Case # IC-22-29, Robert Jack Long, SFC, U.S. Army Retired, age 74, passed away residence in Lakewood, Washington, USA, on August…
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Regarding the passage of S.3373, SFC Heath Robinson Honoring Our PACT Act
Vietnam Veterans of America Regarding the passage of S.3373, SFC Heath Robinson Honoring Our PACT Act — VVA will work with Congress and the Department of Veteran Affairs to ensure that this bill is fully implemented, which will provide 3.5 million veterans exposed to toxins with the following healthcare and compensation benefits once signed into…
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The White House Delegation who are attending the inauguration of President-elect Marcos
Second Gentleman Douglas Emhoff and members of The White House Delegation who are attending the inauguration of President-elect Marcos were warmly welcomed by Filipino #FriendsPartnersAllies from across government, industry, and civil society. Thank you for joining us to celebrate the next chapter of the U.S.-Philippines friendship, partnership, and alliance. Building on 75 years of diplomatic…
