History of VFW Sidney Severns Post 1351

   VFW Sidney Severns Post 1351 is part of the oldest

major veterans group in the United States. In 1899,

thirteen (13) former Spanish-American War soldiers

formed the forerunner of VFW in Columbus, Ohio.  VFW

Sidney Severns Post 1351 was instituted by Bay Area

Veterans on May 15, 1925.  R. M. Toalson of Alameda

County Veterans, directed the institution. Robert W. Willis,

as Commander, headed the officers of the post. Seventy

veterans from Oakland, Walnut Creek, Richmond, and

Vallejo attended the ceremonies and banquet held at

Pythian Castle.  VFW Sidney Severns Post No. 1351 filed

for incorporation November 7, 1935.

  Today, VFW is considered the elite U.S. veterans

organization because it demands overseas service in time of war or international crisis to qualify for membership.   Sidney Severns Post 1351 is in VFW CA District 25.

Battle of Belleau Wood 1918

  Sidney Severns was the son of Mrs. Ella Severns of Martinez, CA. He lost his life at the age of 22 during the fierce fighting around the Chateau Thierry, France in the Battle of Belleau Wood.

Mission Statement

  The purpose of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Sidney Severns Post 1351 Martinez, CA, is to preserve and support the common bond that exists between the men and women who have shared the military experience in battle: A shared sense of duty, a common belief in a cause higher than self, an understanding of the true essence of America, her ideals, beliefs and the price paid to be eligible to join the ranks of the VFW.

  The Veterans of Foreign Wars has a rich tradition of enhancing the lives of millions through its community service programs and special projects, from providing assistance to our active-duty military personnel to raising money to help sponsor projects like the East Bay Stand Downs. We also provide assistance to local veterans. The VFW maintains true allegiance to the United States Constitution, the laws of the United States of America and defends her from all enemies.

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