AVC News
Come here to find updates on the latest AVC news and events, along with important veteran news and current events from the around the country.
The AVC’s 21st Annual Conference was held from October 25-27, 2018 at the National Archives in downtown Washington, DC. The event brought together generations of heroism from the veterans who served in World War II, to the current generation serving today. Learn more about the AVC’s Annual Veterans Day Conference here.
The American Veterans Center Celebrates Military Appreciation Month (May) Jim Roberts, President of the American Veterans Center has announced the AVC’s calendar of activities for May, which has been designated as “National Military Appreciation Month.” Tuesday, May 8 – 73rd anniversary of V-E Day. Military.com published an op-ed by AVC President Jim Roberts titled, “A Hero of D-Day Made V-E Day Possible.” The article…
Captain Jerry Yellin Captain Jerry Yellin has the unique distinction of flying the first and last combat missions over Japan during the Second World War. He spent the majority of the war with the 78th Fighter Squadron, flying the P-40, P-47, and P-51. Captain Yellin passed away on December 21, 2017. This video is in memoriam to help ensure his legacy lives on….
Attend American Valor 2018 The AVC’s Emmy-winning program shares the stories of America’s greatest heroes from World War II to the present day. Narrated by celebrities and noted Americans, these are the stories that inspire and unite us, reminding us of who we are at our very best. American Valor is the closing event of the American Veterans Center’s Annual…
Highlights of the 20th Annual Veterans Day Conference The 20th Annual Veterans Day Conference & Honors was a huge success, thanks to our team, generous donors and sponsors, student participants, and of course, our veterans and heroes…
2018 Commemorative Calendar Now Available Now available on sale – the 2018 World War II Veterans Committee Commemorative Calendar! Just $15 including shipping! This special edition calendar features the legends and Medal of Honor Recipients of the Second World War, along with facts, statistics, and information on all the key moments and heroes of the war. A great gift, the oversized, glossy one-of-a-kind calendar is…
The AVC Interviews Rep Scott Taylor The AVC recently interview U.S. Representative Scott Taylor as part of its oral history program. In addition to serving Virginia’s 2nd congressional district, Rep. Taylor is also a former Navy SEAL, having served in the military for eight years before beginning a career in politics. We were honored to have the opportunity to record his story….
American Veterans Center announces special programming for November – Veterans Month To commemorate National Veterans Month (November ) the American Veterans center announced a series of special media programs, including: American Valor: A Salute to Our Heroes, airing this Veterans Day weekend on REELZ Channel and local stations nationwide. The Wounded Warrior Experience, airing this Veterans Day, Saturday November…
Tune in worldwide on American Forces Network, this Veterans Day! AFN|spectrum – 4:00 PM Viewer Time – November 11, 2020 American Valor will be televised nationally on the following local network stations
A Tribute to the 109th Evacuation Hospital This is the untold story of the 109th Evacuation Hospital (SM) which provides the reader with a piece of history about evacuation hospital semi-mobile units during World War II. The cohesion and respect for one another was evident for 109th Evacuation Hospital (SM) unit which held numerous reunions after the…
