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The Continental Congress resolved on November 10th, 1775, that Major Samuel Nicholas form two battalions of marines which would be “distinguished by the names of the first and second battalions of American Marines”. Thus, the United States Marine Corps was born, initially called the Continental Marines. (Courtesy: DVIDs, Petty Officer 1st Class Nathan Laird) Legend
Read moreThe IAM Veteran Services Program recently reported how it has helped IAM members who are U.S. military veterans get the benefits they deserve. The IAM Veterans Services Program has now surpassed $1 million in back pay for our IAM military veterans since the inception of the program.
Read moreDistrict 54 Vice President and Veterans Committee Chairman Fred Confer recently attended a veterans roundtable discussion hosted by U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown (D-OH) at the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) facility in Ashland, OH.
Read moreFrank Wilson is a U.S. Navy Veteran, 18-year shop steward, and trustee of IAM Local 1005 in District W24. He works for the City of Portland, OR as a vehicle and equipment mechanic and is very passionate about helping U.S. military veterans struggling with mental health. Wilson is one of three local delegates from the
Read moreIAM Local 4 (District 4) members continue to serve veterans in Charlotte Hall, MD. Their aspirations are an example of coordination with local VSOs that the IAM Veterans Services Department encourages. The Fighting Machinists at Local 4 provided liquid laundry detergent, body wash, and compression socks to the Charlotte Hall Veterans Home residents. Commander Mark
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