Happy Flag Day
Flag Day is celebrated on June 14. It commemorates the adoption of the flag of the United States on June 14, 1777 by resolution of the Second Continental Congress.
Memorial Day, May 26, 2025
Today, we pause to honor and remember the courageous men and women who gave their lives in service to this nation. Their sacrifice reminds us that the cost of freedom is immeasurable—and that unity, justice, and peace are responsibilities we all share in their memory.
Happy Mother’s Day
To the mothers who serve, who support, and who sacrifice— Your strength inspires us, your love sustains us. Today, we honor you with gratitude and pride.
VU Newsletter April 2025
In This Issue: Update on Legislation HR 210 - The Dental Care for Veterans Act. Veterans for Unification March Membership Meeting photos. Next VU Meeting June 28th, 9:30am - 11am {Note Time Change} with Guest Speaker Giselle Futrell (USMC - Afghanistan), Executive Director for The National Veterans Art Museum, Chicago IL.
VU Newsletter January 2025
In This Issue: Remembering long time VU member, Mike Curtin. Update on Legislation HR 210 - The Dental Care for Veterans Act. Hines VA Veteran Benefit and Resource Fair February 8th.Holocaust Museum Exhibit Resilience—A Sansei Sense of Legacy thru June 1st. National Veterans Art Museum Exhibits, Steven Luu: a path to healing and transformation extended thru April 2025. Next VU Meeting March 8th with Guest Speaker Army Major Lorenzo A. Fiorentino (Ret.).
VU Newsletter December 2024
In This Issue: Message from the Executive Board. Legislative Update: HR Bill 2413 Dental Care for Veterans Act. PILOT VACCC (Veterans Assistance Commission of Cook Country) shuttle information. Next Meeting: March 8, 2025 with Speaker: Maj. Lorenzo Fiorentino (Ret) - Illinois Military Monuments.
Happy Thanksgiving from Veterans for Unification
Sending you and your family the warmest wishes this Thanksgiving.
VU Newsletter November 2024
Retired US Navy Commander Joseph E Troiani, PhD, spoke at the September 28, 2024 membership meeting in Oak Park. Governor Pritzker signed new legislation affecting the Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act, effective January 1, 2025. The American Legion’s new series, "Office Joe," premieres on November 8.
Have a Happy Veterans Day
We are Thankful for the service of all the men and women who put their lives on the line to protect our country and our freedom.