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WW2 Sunken Ship Map | Veterans Creed | Homeless Veterans | VFW National Commander

Aug 15, 2025

The sheer scale of World War 2

We all know that World War II was a massive undertaking, but just how big was it? Check out this online map that shows the number of sunken ships. Open it on your desktop and you can click on the individual ship to learn more about it.

The image is a world map showing the distribution of blue and red dots across major continents and oceans. The blue dots are predominantly clustered around Europe, the Mediterranean, the Atlantic coasts of North America and South America, and coastal Africa. The red dots are heavily concentrated across eastern Europe, the Middle East, South Asia, and East Asia, especially around China and Japan. Landmasses such as North America, South America, Europe, Africa, Asia, and Australia are clearly visible. No specific landmarks, brands, or recognizable public figures are present in the image. — Sunken Ships of World War 2

An elderly man and woman are seated indoors in front of a black fireplace with a yellow brick wall. The man is wearing a navy blue shirt, khaki pants, a dark cap with an emblem, and has military medals pinned to his chest. The woman is wearing glasses, a dark blouse, and light-striped pants, and is holding papers. There are plaques and flags displayed in the background, as well as a piano to the right. The scene has a formal yet relaxed atmosphere, possibly indicating a commemorative or interview setting. No specific recognizable figures, landmarks, or brands are visible. — Pictured left to right- WW2 Veteran Robert Caldwell and his daughter Janet Caldwell Clark

Speaking of World War 2 Veterans, I was recently notified by Sauls-Bridges Post 13 that WW2 Veteran and Legionnaire Robert Caldwell has reported to the Supreme Commander. He was 104 years old. HAND SALUTE.

Shake the hand of a World War II veteran the next time you see one.

How to help homeless Veterans

Did you know there is a Veterans Creed?

On June 13, 2018, eleven major veterans’ organizations announced the Veteran’s Creed, developed through discussions starting last fall at Georgetown University. The Creed, presented on Flag Day, June 14, at 1 p.m. at the Reserve Officers Association headquarters in Washington, D.C., aims to inspire veterans to continue serving and leading in their communities and country.

The eight-point Veteran’s Creed is:

I am an American Veteran
I proudly served my country
I live the values I learned in the military
I continue to serve my community, my country and my fellow veterans
I maintain my physical and mental discipline
I continue to lead and improve
I make a difference
I honor and remember my fallen comrades

The creed is supported by AMVETS, Disabled American Veterans, HillVets, Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America, Military Order of the Purple Heart, Paralyzed Veterans of America, Reserve Officers Association, Student Veterans of America, Team Rubicon Global, Veterans of Foreign Wars and Wounded Warrior Project.

VFW Elects Carol Whitmore as New National Commander- first woman elected to lead the 125-year-old organization

The image shows a woman with long white hair wearing a black uniform jacket and a black garrison cap with yellow writing that reads "VFW 9127" and "COMMANDER". She has several necklaces, a pin on her jacket, and a name badge that identifies her as "Carol Whitmore," noting her role as Commander in Chief for the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW). She is smiling and standing against a dark background. — VFW National Commander Carol Whitmore

Congratulations and Hand Salute Commander Whitmore!

VFW National Commander Whitmore said to delegates, "I am your sister by mud, by blood, by dust, by dirt, by sand, by land, by sea, by air ... I am a veteran first."

~VFW National Commander Carol Whitmore

The legal report from TVLC will be posted to the Veteran Docket possibly later this afternoon.