"The willingness with which our young people are likely to serve in any war, no matter how justified, shall be directly proportional as to how they perceive the veterans of earlier wars were treated and appreciated by their nation." -George Washington

VFW Post 9851 understands the sacrifices of those serving in the armed forces and we know the hardship imposed on the families. We are the leading organization of Combat Veterans and we've been there! Knowing the difficulties, we offer support and valuable assistance. We involve the community and businesses around Hendersonville, TN to find a way when others fail. Our Spearhead Wall Of Honor and other tributes are displayed prominantly throughout our facilities as reminders for all to see.

The VFW's motto is: "Honoring the Dead by Serving the Living". Operation Spearhead embraces "Serving the Living". There are no fees or dues to be part of Spearhead. Spearhead families are given an Operation Spearhead ID and can receive email updates about News and Events at the Post.

One special activity for the Spearhead members involves the Post Booster Club, local businesses, civic clubs, Chamber of Commerce, the City of Hendersonville and private citizens, under the direction of the Post Officers, to take donations of needed and useful items and make special packages-from-home, which are always a welcome surprise. Additionally, struggling families are supported with programs like the POST FOOD PANTRY.

Although Operation Spearhead was initiated during the War on Terrorism, it is the Post Officers' intent to continue this service indefinitely, regardless of future conflict status. We seek our community's continued support. If you know of a local family with a relative serving on active duty anywhere, we ask you to please have them complete our Spearhead form (click) and submit it to us by E-Mail, regular mail or calling the Post. You can also contact us if you have questions.

VFW Post 9851
73R New Shackle Island Road
Hendersonville, TN 37075
Phone: 615-824-9851
admin@vfw9851.org

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The U. S. Department of Veterans Affairs has created an information page for returning service members and their families, including a video.

Returning From The War Zone:
A Guide For Families

Click Here