The Military Order of the Cootie (M.O.C) is an honor degree of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), a service organization for veterans. It is known as the "Honor Degree of the VFW" and its members are typically officers and leaders within the VFW. The M.O.C.'s primary focus is supporting the VFW National Home of Children and providing comfort to hospitalized veterans.
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Purpose:
The M.O.C. is dedicated to support the VFW and its programs, with a strong emphasis on supporting hospitalized veterans and the VFW National Home.
Membership:
Membership is an honor bestowed upon VFW members who have demonstrated outstanding service to the organization.
Activities:
M.O.C. members participate in various activities, including visiting hospitalized veterans, fundraising, and supporting VFW events and recruiting efforts.
Motto:
The M.O.C. motto is "Keep them smiling in bed of white," reflecting their commitment to bringing cheer to hospitalized veterans.
History:
The M.O.C. was founded in 1920 and became a subsidiary of the VFW in 1923.
Organization:
The M.O.C. is a subordinate order of the VFW, governed by its National Convention, Council of Administration, and Commander-in-Chief.
