About Our Post
Serving veterans and our community with honor and dedication
Our History
VFW Post 8185 was chartered in 1946 in Port Deposit, Maryland. For over 80 years, we have been a cornerstone of the veteran community, providing support, camaraderie, and service to those who have served our nation in overseas conflicts.
Our post was named in honor of Jerry Skrivanek, a Private who served in the United States Army during WWII, who exemplified the values of courage, sacrifice, and dedication that define our organization.
Throughout our history, we have remained committed to our core mission: to foster camaraderie among veterans, serve our community, and advocate for all who have worn the uniform.
Post Leadership
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Meetings & Hours
General Meetings
Fourth Wednesday of the month
6:00pm
Post Hours
Sun-Thurs: 12:00pm - 9:00pm/Close
Fri-Sat: 12:00pm - 12:00am
Location
520 Susquehanna River Rd
Port Deposit, MD 21904
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VFW Mission Statement
To foster camaraderie among United States veterans of overseas conflicts. To serve our veterans, the military and our communities. To advocate on behalf of all veterans.
Our Core Values
- Always put Service Before Self: We are selfless in service to our communities and our Nation.
- Treat Everyone with Respect: We recognize the diversity and importance of every individual.
- Work Together in Good Faith: We achieve greater results through teamwork and cooperation.
- Remain Committed to Our Mission: We continually strive toward the same goal that has guided us since our founding.
Join Our Community
We welcome all eligible veterans to join our post and be part of our mission.
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