UWM MAVRC

07/28/2026

National Buffalo Soldiers Day: July 28

The Act of 1866 created six all-Black cavalry and infantry units—including the famous 9th and 10th Cavalry—giving formerly enslaved men and Civil War veterans a chance to serve. Native American tribes gave them the name "Buffalo Soldiers" out of deep respect for their fierce fighting spirit and bravery in battle. These troops served on the western frontier, protecting settlers, building roads, and helping manage early national parks, among many other assignments.

07/27/2026

The Korean Armistice Agreement was signed on July 27, 1953 but the Korean War is technically still ongoing. Though the fighting stopped in 1953 with a military ceasefire, no formal peace treaty was ever signed.

Here are a few notable Korean War Veterans.

07/16/2026

Calling all fellow Military members!

Join us at the Wisconsin State Fair on Sunday, August 9 and receive 4 FREE admission passes!

After enjoying the fair, stop by Central Park to explore the many resources available to Veterans, service members, and their families—including the MAVRC table. We'd love to see you there and help connect you with valuable programs and services.

We hope to see you at the fair!

Network Health Military & Member Appreciation Day - Sunday, August 9 Join Network Health at Wisconsin State Fair on Sunday, August 9 to recognize all veterans, military personnel, and Network Health members. As a thank you, all veterans, military personnel, and their families will receive free admis...

07/05/2026

Military Family day at the Milwaukee County zoo! 🇺🇸

07/03/2026

Have a Happy and Safe Independence Day! 🇺🇸

06/28/2026

Family and Friends event here at Unity Chapel @ Lake Wheeler on the Milwaukee VA grounds.

06/26/2026

June 30th is National PTSD Awareness Day. If you are experiencing PTSD symptoms and are in crisis, please visit the VA Crisis Line Dial 988 then press 1 or text 838255.

06/22/2026

The Servicemen’s Readjustment Act of 1944, also known as the G.I. Bill of Rights, was signed by President Franklin Delano Roosevelt on June 22, 1944, to provide services and benefits to the veterans of World War II.

In addition to providing education funds for soldiers returning from the World War, it established hospitals, low cost mortgages, and low interest loans to start business, and one year of unemployment compensation for the veterans.

06/15/2026

Veterans and Families - The Milwaukee County Zoo has its annual Military and Veterans Family Day on Sunday, July 5, 2026. Free Tickets for military and veterans in Wisconsin can be obtained by contacting your nearest County Veteran Service Office (CVSO). **Please see the flyer below for all information*** 🌞Locate the contact info for your CVSO here > https://wicvso.org/locate-your-cvso-tvso/

⭐Veterans and Families - The Milwaukee County Zoo has its annual Military and Veterans Family Day on Sunday, July 5, 2026. Free Tickets for military and veterans in Wisconsin can be obtained by contacting your nearest County Veteran Service Office (CVSO). **Please see the flyer below for all information*** 🌞Locate the contact info for your CVSO here > https://wicvso.org/locate-your-cvso-tvso/



Please note: WDVA is only re-sharing for informational purposes and to foster positive opportunities for our state's veteran community. Thank you!

06/14/2026