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The LAFPVA is an employee group formed by LAFD and LAPD personnel who are dedicated to serving the needs of the military veteran community.

25 years later, their courage, service and sacrifi 25 years later, their courage, service and sacrifice will never be forgotten.

We Remember. We Honor. We Will Never Forget. 🇺🇸

September 11, 2001 — September 11, 2026 

Please join Fire, Police, and DWP Veterans this evening at we honor the sacrifices of the fallen. 
- 5:00 pm at Old Fire Boat 2 Museum (Tacos)
- 6:30 pm at USS Iowa (Ceremony)

#NeverForget
“United by Service. Driven by Honor.” Dear LAFD a “United by Service. Driven by Honor.”

Dear LAFD and LAPD Military Veterans,

Please join the Los Angeles Fire & Police Veteran Association and LADWP Valor Veteran Association for an evening of remembrance and camaraderie aboard the Battleship USS IOWA and Old LAFD Boat 2.

Date:  September 11, 2026

Time: 
5:00 - 6:30 PM (DRINKS & TACOS at Old LAFD Boat 2 Museum)
6:30 PM - 9:00 PM (CEREMONY ON USS IOWA)

Locations: 
Old LAFD Boat 2 Museum (USS Iowa Parking Lot)
444 S. Harbor Blvd
San Pedro, CA

Battleship USS IOWA
250 S. Harbor Blvd
San Pedro, CA

Please go to www.LAFPVA.org to RSVP for yourself and any guests attending with you.

We look forward to gathering together to honor and remember those who lost their lives on September 11, 2021, and the first responders, military members, and families forever impacted by that day.

For more information visit www.LAFPVA.org or call (213) 444-9332
LAFD Firefighter/ Paramedic and Marine Corps Maste LAFD Firefighter/ Paramedic and Marine Corps Master Gunnery Sergeant Nicholas Darcy was featured by @lacityview35 who did an outstanding highlighting our LAFD / USMC Veteran.  #lafd #lafpva #usmc
We will never forget LAPD Police Officer Paul Vern We will never forget LAPD Police Officer Paul Verna, who was shot and killed after making a traffic stop of a vehicle containing two armed robbery suspects. One of the men shot Officer Verna once, then passed the revolver to the second subject, who shot him five more times.⁠
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Both men, both 26, and two women, both 25, were apprehended the next day. On October 2, 1985, both men were sentenced to death. As of December 3, 2022, both were still on death row.⁠
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Officer Verna was a United States Air Force veteran and served 14 years in law enforcement. On December 10, 1981, he rescued two boys with intellectual disability from a burning building. He is survived by his wife and two sons - both of whom went on to become LAPD police officers.⁠

#lapd #lappl #police #veteran #airforce
Save the date on Saturday, August 22nd for the 1st Save the date on Saturday, August 22nd for the 1st Annual 911 Country Music Festival honoring 1st Responders.
We will always remember the LAPD Officers who made We will always remember the LAPD Officers who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our country. 

Los Angeles Police Officer, and United States Marine Corps Reserve Staff Sergeant, Joshua J. Cullins was killed in Afghanistan on Tuesday, October 19, 2010, by an explosion from a secondary device while investigating a previous IED blast.

We will #NeverForget #LAPD #USMC #SSGT
We will always remember the LAPD officers who made We will always remember the LAPD officers who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our country.

Los Angeles Police Officer, and United States Marine Corps Reserve Sergeant Major, Robert J. Cottle was killed in Afghanistan on Wednesday, March 24, 2010, by a roadside bomb. 

We will #NeverForget #LAPD #USMC #sgtmaj
Congratulations to our 6 new Veterans from #LAFD C Congratulations to our 6 new Veterans from #LAFD Class 25-1 who are graduating on Friday and will be joining the LA Fire & Police Veterans Association. #Veterans
Looking for an event to go to today as we honor ou Looking for an event to go to today as we honor our fallen who have paid the ultimate sacrifice.  The 34th Annual Memorial Day Parade in Canoga Park does an outstanding job honoring our veterans.  The Marine Corps League @mcldet1490 will be meeting at 10am at @leathernecks_bshop before the parade to march in the parade and will be hosting a fundraiser BBQ after the parade.  #MemorialDay #CanogaPark #LAFD #LAPD
This Memorial Day challenge yourself by completing This Memorial Day challenge yourself by completing a Murph.
Look for LAFPVA at Fleet Week. #MemorialDay #Neve Look for LAFPVA at Fleet Week.  #MemorialDay #NeverForget #FreedomIsNotFree
Memorial Day 2026 Today, we pause to honor and re Memorial Day 2026

Today, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women of our Armed Forces who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation. Memorial Day is more than a long weekend—it is a solemn reminder of the price of freedom and the courage of those who gave everything to protect it.

As veterans, firefighters, police officers, family members, and citizens, we carry a responsibility to never forget their sacrifice and to honor the legacy they left behind. Their service, dedication, and selflessness will forever inspire future generations.

The Los Angeles Fire & Police Veterans Association (LAFPVA) will be at the Memorial Day event in San Pedro near the USS Iowa. We invite fellow veterans, active and retired first responders, and supporters to stop by, meet our members, and learn more about our mission.

United by Service. Driven by Honor.

If you are a military veteran serving or retired from the fire or law enforcement profession, we encourage you to join our association.

Visit www.LAFPVA.org to learn more and become a member.

#MemorialDay #NeverForget  #Veterans #LAFD #LAPD
Happy 250th Birthday to the U.S. Marine Corps and Happy 250th Birthday to the U.S. Marine Corps and Happy Veteran’s Day.  Thank you to @mcldet1490 for joining us to celebrate the Corp.
Join us at a Veteran’s Day Parade in the San Ferna Join us at a Veteran’s Day Parade in the San Fernando Valley hosted by @mrodcd7 & @bobblumenfield
If you can’t make the November 10th LAFPVA Marine If you can’t make the November 10th LAFPVA Marine Corps Birthday party at Sagebrush Cantina join us for the LAFD / LAPD Marine Corps Birthday breakfast with old school SOS and raffle prizes sponsored by the @lafdhistoricalsociety
USMC 250 Year Birthday Celebration on 11-10-25 at USMC 250 Year Birthday Celebration on 11-10-25 at @sagebrushcantinacalabasas from 6-8 pm.  All Marines past and  present are cordially invited.  Please go to the link in the profile to RSVP
All LAFD and LAPD military veterans who have been All LAFD and LAPD military veterans who have been hired or promoted in the last 3 months are eligible for $150-$200 from @usvetsnational  Click on the link in bio for more information.
Today we honor the memory of all those who paid th Today we honor the memory of all those who paid the ultimate sacrifice supporting the freedom that we all enjoy and our way of life.  #freedomisntfree #memorialday
Thank you @dodgers for honoring #LAFD Firefighter Thank you @dodgers for honoring #LAFD Firefighter / Paramedic Nick Darcy and Marine Corps Master Gunnery Sergeant as the Military Hero of the game on 5-16-25.
Please join us for the “Modified” Murph Challenge Please join us for the “Modified” Murph Challenge this Memorial Day.  The Murph Challenge pays tribute to the memory of fallen Navy Seal Lieutenant Michael P. Murphy, who bravely gave his life in Afghanistan on June 28, 2005.  This rigorous workout serves as a testament to his sacrifice and dedication to duty. 

Honor our Los Angeles Fire and Police Veterans as well with this challenge and complete within a 24-hour period if you are on duty. 

Please send your photos to share to lafpva@gmail.com
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