POW/MIA
We Will Never Forget
Every prisoner of war and every service member who remains missing in action represents a promise that will never be forgotten. At VFW Post 6449, we honor their sacrifice, preserve their legacy, and reaffirm our commitment to remembering those who have not yet returned home.
Remembering Our Heroes
The POW/MIA mission serves as a solemn reminder of the brave men and women who were taken prisoner during wartime or whose fate remains unknown. While many families have received long-awaited answers, others continue to wait. As members of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, we remain committed to honoring their sacrifice and ensuring their stories are never forgotten.
The Meaning Behind the Missing Man Table
🪑 Empty Chair
Represents the absence of those who are missing.
⚪ White Tablecloth
Symbolizes the purity of their intentions in answering our nation’s call.
🌹 Single Red Rose
Reminds us of the lives of these brave Americans and the loved ones who keep faith while awaiting their return.
🎀 Red Ribbon
Represents our continued determination to account for those who remain missing.
🍋 Slice of Lemon
Symbolizes the bitter fate of those captured or missing.
🧂 Pinch of Salt
Represents the tears of families who continue to wait.
🍷 Inverted Glass
Signifies that the missing and fallen cannot share in the meal.
🕯️ Candle
Represents hope and the light that continues to guide us until every service member is accounted for.
A National Commitment
America has made a lasting commitment to account for every service member who became a prisoner of war or remains missing in action. Through continued recovery efforts, historical research, and scientific identification, dedicated organizations work tirelessly to bring answers to families and honor those who served.
National POW/MIA Recognition Day
National POW/MIA Recognition Day is observed annually to honor the sacrifices of prisoners of war, those still missing, and the families who continue to wait for answers. VFW Post 6449 proudly joins communities across the nation in remembering these heroes and reaffirming our promise to never forget.
Learn More
Learn more about the history, ongoing recovery efforts, and ways to honor those who remain missing in action through these trusted organizations.
Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA)
National League of POW/MIA Families
U.S. Department of War POW/MIA
We Will Never Forget
At VFW Post 6449, remembrance is more than a tradition. It is a promise. We honor those who endured captivity, those who never returned home, and the families whose hope has never faded. Their courage and sacrifice will always be remembered.