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September 2, 2026 Chapter 303 Treasurer Mike Field presents the 2026 donation to Katie Hanna, Columbia Fisher House

VVA CHAPTER 303- COL. JACK VAN LOAN in Columbia, SC, had the honor of having Frankie Valle as the guest speaker at the May 19th, 2026 Membership Meeting. SDIT  (https://sdit.org/) is featured on the Chapter Website page under Resources. Frankie … Read More

April 30, 2026 VVA Chapter 303 Members and guests attended the 28th Commemorative “Last Person Out” Dinner. Seated-Front Row:Dave Barnes, Ralph Abbott, Ed Hogue, and Mike Field Standing-Back Row:Jim Testor, Fred Sanders, Ed Ott, David Eisenhauer, Al Hethcox, Tonly Lolas, … Read More

APRIL 21, 2026,VVA Chapter 303 President David Eisenhauer swears in the 2026-2028 elected slate of officers and Board Members. Jeff Cain Forrest Steglin Tony Lolas Robert Bullard Ron Hagell Mike Field  Al Hethcox J.J. Reynolds 2nd VP Board Member Board … Read More

CSRA Honor Flight’s inaugural mission is tentatively scheduled for September 12, 2026, with final confirmation expected soon. The organization has recently received an outpouring of support, including generous donations from new corporate partners, reflecting strong community enthusiasm. Supporters are encouraged … Read More

The South Carolina Combat Veterans Group will hold a ceremony on May 15, 2026 at the Vietnam War Memorial, 1411 Gadsden Street, Columbia SC 29201. Convoy staging for motorcycles will be at 8 AM- Dorn VA Medical Center, 6349 Garners Ferry Road, … Read More

Chapter 303 Vietnam Veterans Day – 2026 Chapter 303 Members and guests assembled at the South Carolina Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Columbia, SC on March 29, 2026, to honor and remember those who are still with us and those who … Read More

March 29, 2026, Chapter 303 hosted the Vietnam War Veterans Day in Columbia. 

March 6, 2026 – Fort Jackson American Legion Riders, Post 193, Chapin, SC, laid two unclaimed veterans to rest in the ceremony. Vietnam Veterans of America – Chapter 303, Columbia members Mike Field and Joe Williams participated in the ceremony.