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VVA CHAPTER #717 welcomes all our brothers and sisters who served in Vietnam between February 28, 1961 & May 7, 1975, or in any duty location between August 5, 1964 & May 7, 1975.
Joining VVA allows you to connect with other veterans, stay up with the latest on special events. VIETNAM VETERANS OF AMERICA CHAPTER 717 We are located in Northeast Ohio, in Summit County. We meet on the first Tuesday of every month at 6:30 pm in the Ellet Community Center. Located at: 2449 Wedgewood Drive, Akron Ohio 44312. 
NEWSApril Chapter 717 Newsletter is available for download near the bottom of this page.
For those who can join us next Wednesday June 19th at 11am for lunch, we will be meeting at Angie's Italian Restaurant 343 4th St. NW. Barberton, OH 44203.
Please RSVP if you are planning to attend the Chapter picnic on June 22 at Mogadore Lions Park. Time from 11 AM - 4 PM. Need to know how many in the family will be attending so I can go shopping, reply via email or phone 330-844-3584 by June 19.
Chapter provides meat, buns, condiments, plates and utensils. Each family is asked to bring a side dish to share. Also bring your favorite beverage for the day. Mogadore Lions park is located at Hale Ave. Mogadore 44260. We will be at pavillion site # 4 located towards end of driveway on right side. Suggest: bring lawn chair if you will be more comfortable then setting at picnic table. Bring games to play. Jim Oakes I want to thank those who came out today to help pass out flags at the Tallmadge Acme store on “Flag Day". We collected $820.75 in donations and passed out over 700 flags. We had Max Bowers an 89 year young Korean War Silver Star recipient helping us today. He said to tell everyone he had a great time and enjoyed the day.
Bob McCullough Charlie is one of our members..... a great inspiration to all veterans ...
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Chapter 717 Current Newsletter
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Any Vietnam Era Veteran can join our Vietnam Veterans of America (VVA) Chapter 717. Simply email Bob McCullough at BobMc717@gmail.com or call him at (216) 276-7576 or send him the following to our PO Box 4091, Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio 44223. He will need a copy of your DD-214, Name, Date of Birth, Mailing Address, City, State, Zip, Home Phone, Cell Phone, Email Address along with a one time check of $50 made out to “VVA Chapter 717” for a Life Membership. Any questions then please call Bob McCullough.