VFW Distributing Buddy Poppies in Memorial Day Tradition

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Manassas Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 7589 once again this Memorial Day weekend will be distributing Buddy Poppies. The VFW began the tradition of the Buddy Poppies in 1922 just after World War One in memory of the millions who were killed around the world in that war. Post 7589 began the tradition in 1947.

The VFW and its Ladies Auxiliary use the money donated at Buddy Poppy distribution sites for veteran services and welfare in the Manassas area. The VFW Buddy Poppies are assembled by disabled, needy and aging veterans in VA Hospitals across the country.

VFW Post 7589 in Manassas and its Ladies Auxiliary are again proud to be taking part in this nationwide effort.

Below is the schedule for this Memorial Day Weekend 2015 in the Manassas area including our services of remembrance in Manassas on Memorial Day itself (May 25).

• Friday, 5/22, Buddy Poppy distribution, Giant Store at 14125 St. Germain Dr., Centreville, 3pm – 7pm.
• Saturday, 5/23, Buddy Poppy distribution, Tractor Supply, 10870 Balls Ford Rd., Manassas, 9am – 3pm
• Saturday, 5/23, Buddy Poppy distribution, Food Lion at 13490 Dumfries Rd. (Rt. 234), Woodbine Shopping Center, Manassas, 12pm – 4pm.
• Monday, 5/25, Memorial Day ceremonies at the Manassas Veterans Monument on Main St., 8:30 am.
• Monday, 5/25, Flag Placements at Manassas Cemetery, Rt. 28 West near the courthouse, 9:00 am.