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PICKETT DELIVERS “STATE OF THE STATE VFW” ADDRESS AT VFWCT CONVENTION
ROCKY HILL, CONN. (June 12, 2026)–Department of Connecticut Veterans of Foreign Wars Inc. Commander Charles M. Pickett delivered opening remarks at the Opening Session of the 105th Annual Convention at the Sheraton Rocky Hill on June 12, 2026. Good morning, esteemed delegates and guests. I rise to report on our achievements over the past year…
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VFWCT Past Commanders buried in the Connecticut State Veterans Cemetery
MEMORIAL DAY VFWCT COMMANDERS: There are five, Department of Connecticut Veterans of Foreign Wars, Past-Department Commanders buried in the Connecticut State Veterans Cemetery in Middletown, including a Medal of Honor recipient. • 1952-53: William J Johnston, MoH, VFW 6990 Colchester (72-F-17) • 1968-69 Robert C. Mantel, VFW 583 Middletown (70B-18) • 1982-83 Americo J. Tancredi,…
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PICKETT PRINCIPAL SPEAKER AT MIDDLETOWN MEMORIAL DAY CEREMONY
MIDDLETOWN, CONN. (May 25, 2026)–Despite rain postponing the Middletown Memorial Day parade, a ceremony was held indoors at the American Legion Post 75. Veterans of Foreign Wars Department of Connecticut Commander Charles M. Pickett was the principal speaker, and delivered remarks to local leaders, veterans, and citizens. Memorial Day Address: The Price of the Promise…