VFW Post 8071 Celebrates 80 Years of Service
On Tuesday, Nov. 3, Storey County Board of Commissioners recognized VFW Post 8071 for its eight decades of service to veterans, military families, and the community by adopting a proclamation honoring the organization’s anniversary.
Mustered on Sept. 11, 1946, VFW Post 8071 has faithfully served Virginia City and surrounding communities for an unwavering 80 years. Following a 2022 consolidation with VFW Post 8660, its service area expanded to include Virginia City, Gold Hill, Lockwood, Mark Twain, Silver City, Mound House, Dayton and Silver Springs. Today, the Post has more than 200 members representing veterans from World War II through the Global War on Terror.
Commissioner Donald Gilman praised the organization’s longevity, saying, “It’s just amazing that this has been going on here in Virginia City for 80 years. I just think that’s amazing and should be celebrated by everybody.”
Commissioner Clay Mitchell also recognized the Post’s lasting impact, noting, “There are very few civic organizations that have thrived and lasted as long as this and that makes a real impact on holding the fabric of our community together and I think that’s worth celebrating for sure.”
Post Commander Jannal Milich thanked the county, community, local merchants and Sheriff’s Department for their continued support.
“We just wanted to thank the board and county as a whole…also wanted to thank the community in general… and the merchants that are always supportive of us,” said Milich. “Obviously we haven’t been here for 80 years ourselves, but we have a lot of us here today that have been here for many, many years.”
Senior Vice Commander John Strahan pointed out that many Post members live outside Storey County, but remain connected through the organization's community involvement.
“Interesting to point out the majority of our members do not live in Virginia City or Storey County…what keeps them coming up here and joining this post is the involvement we have with the community and the reciprocal appreciation we receive from the community, the things that we do, and the outreach,” explained Strahan. “It’s more than just a social club for old veterans to sit around to tell war stories and wear funny hats. Our motto is serving veterans in the community, that’s what we continue to do and we look forward to doing it for the next 80 years.”
Through veteran support programs, memorial activities, community events, and civic engagement, VFW Post 8071 continues to demonstrate that its commitment extends well beyond its membership — helping strengthen the Comstock communities it has proudly served for eight decades.
Celebrate with the VFW
Nov 11: Veterans Day
Washoe Club, Virginia City
12 p.m. following the parade
Enjoy food, raffles, and comradery
