Gosport VFW Celebrates 80th Anniversary

From left, former Gosport VFW Post 7850 Commander Mike Oakes, Post Commander David Cornett, state auxiliary president Carolyn Patch and 2026-2027 State Commander Dave “Muffin” Hammons pose for a photo next to the 80th anniversary celebration banner. NICOLE DECRISCIO | THE OWEN NEWS

Attendees enjoyed free hamburgers, hotdogs and sides as part of the 80th anniversary celebration for the Gosport VFW Post 7850 on July 11. NICOLE DECRISCIO | THE OWEN NEWS

The monument commemorating the 80th anniversary of Gosport VFW Post 7850, which was founded on June 24, 1946 can be seen. NICOLE DECRISCIO | THE OWEN NEWS

A cake celebrating the 80th anniversary of the Gosport VFW Post 7850 can be seen. NICOLE DECRISCIO | THE OWEN NEWS

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