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Scenes from a Veterans Services outing to Washington, DC to see the World
War II, Korean and Vietnam War Memorials as well as other national landmarks.
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Selection Support a County Employee Service Member
Several county employees who are on active military duty, stationed in Iraq & Afghanistan, are in need of comfort items. If you would like to donate any of these items please send them to Allegheny County Veterans Affairs at Soldiers & Sailors Hall or call Mike Murphy at (412) 621-4357.
  
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Returning Veterans Welding Program - Evening Classes in the Fall
Sponsored by Steamfitters Local Union 449, PA Dept. of Labor
This program is for Honorably Discharged Veterans who served during a wartime period and would like to attend welding classes. Classes are two evenings a week (T&TH) at the Steamfitters Local Training Center.  If you are interested in the Building Trades Industry and would like to learn the basics of welding for a good paying career, contact the Steamfitters at (412) 481-0333 to find out when the next class begins. There is no fee for this training.

You must be in possession of a valid PA Drivers License, Your DD-214, and have a high school diploma or G.E.D.  More information in the News Release.
 
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New GI Bill
The Post 9/11 GI Bill became effective August 2009.  Visit the World Wide Web Icon VA GI Bill Website for more information and comparisons to previous GI bills.
 
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Bonuses for Veterans of the Gulf War 
War Veterans Bonuses for Veterans of the Gulf War  (1990–1991) are available. PA veterans who served in the combat zone, had PA as their home of record & an honorable discharge should apply. More info:  (412) 621-4357. 

Events

Veterans and Families
Retreat and Activity Event

September 18, 2010
10 am to 2 pm (Registration 9 am)

The day includes high ropes challenge course; low obstacle course; stress management sessions; pet therapy dogs; and lunch. There will be activities for children.

World Wide Web Icon Camp Guyasuta
300 23rd Street, Sharpsburg 15215
PDF Icon Event Flyer 

Sponsored by:
Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield, Department of Veterans Affairs, Soldiers and Sailors, Staunton Farm Foundation, Allegheny County and The Greater McKeesport Vet Center

POW-MIA Vigil 
Raise awareness & remember the soldiers who did not
come home from the Vietnam War and all wars. 

September 18-19, 2010
Begins Noon Saturday with candlelight vigil at dusk
Closing ceremony 2 pm Sunday

Show your patriotism and honor the POWs and MIAs by bearing the U.S. flag for 15 minutes during the 26 hour Vigil.

POW LogoSoldiers and Sailors Hall
4141 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh 15213
PDF Icon Event Flyer

Sponsored by:
World Wide Web Icon Vietnam Veterans Inc

Cannon Blast Centennial Celebration
Celebrating a Century of Honor
Saturday, October 9, 2010

Graphic of Cannon ballsThe Soldiers & Sailors annual fundraiser will kick off the 100th anniversary of the memorial.

On the weekend of October 9, 1910 this historic landmark opened its doors to the public in honor and remembrance of those who fought in the Civil War.

On Saturday, October 9, 2010 Soldiers & Sailors will celebrate a century of honoring all veterans and its vision for the future. This fundraiser will support the museum and memorial with needed general operating funds. A 2011 Memorial Day Celebration Bash is also being planned. 

If you or your company would like to sponsor this milestone event please click on the link below and/or contact Casey Patterson at 412-621-4253 ext. 206.

World Wide Web Icon Centennial Celebration Sponsorship Package
World Wide Web Icon Centennial Celebration Program Ad Package

World Wide Web Icon Soldiers & Sailors Hall
4141 Fifth Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15213 

Support for Veterans
A Community Effort
Thursday, October 21, 2010
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Registration begins 8:00 am

This conference is intended for care providers who have contact with veterans, their spouses and children. The intent of this day is to help providers better understand some of the physical and behavioral health issues associated with reintegration into the community.

VA Pittsburgh Highland Drive
7180 Highland Drive
Pittsburgh, PA 15206 

21st Annual
Partners in Leadership Awards 
"A Tribute to Veterans,
A Legacy of Service"
Thursday, October 21, 2010
5:30 pm - 8 pm
Carnegie Music Hall, Oakland
Q: How can I support the troops?
A: Become a sponsor, advertiser or just buy some tickets!
Deadline for sponsors is recommended at Sept. 24.

Sponsored by:
World Wide Web Icon Veterans Leadership Program


Special Features

Selection  Share Your WWII Story
Selection  South Park Flag Retirement Plaza
Selection  WWII Veterans of Allegheny County Memorial Fund
Selection  Links to Reach Out & Touch A Hero 

Mission

The Department of Veterans' Services insures that Allegheny County Veterans and/or widows and dependents receive those entitlements and benefits authorized by Federal, State and Local regulations.

The Department of Veterans' Services is fully committed to promoting and increasing outreach and collaboration among the many generations of veterans from World War II to current date. We intend to recall memory from depression years of the 20's and 30's among our older veterans and bring them forward to link and educate younger veterans and the general public to the full cultural impact of this history on our nation and individual lives.