The VFW Post 6734 Honor Guard is priviledged to offer "HONOR" services at eternal home-goings occasions to our departed nation's veterans. An Honor Guard will stand at the head of the casket during church services. Then later fire coordinated rifle volleys, of 3 shots, into the sky at the burial sites. Followed by playing taps, to tell the Heavens "A HERO IS ON THE WAY HOME!"We hold the highest level of respect for those who have worn the cherished protective military uniform in service of our nation, regardless of branch served...WE ARE ALL COMRADES!
VFW Post 6734 is currently seeking new volunteers to become members of its unique Honor Guard Squad. We are a distinguished and awarded guard unit and the only Honor Guard squad within the state of South Carolina still firing the signature WWII A1-M1 rifles. And this is just one of the distinctions which seperates our squad apart for all the others. Our Honor Guard will also fold the ceremonial American flag, then present it, on bending knee, along with a tribute speech of gratitude, to the deceased veteran's closest loved one, at closure of the home-going ceremony.
Another special function of Post 6734 Honor Guard is to also fire our recognized, in-formation rifle volleys, to conclude the end of ceremonies each year at the local governmental Greenville County Square Annual Memorial Day Veteran's Honor program. Honor Guard transportation is provided by VFW Post 6734 to all functions and your uniform is provided as well. After each event, the Honor Guards will gather together at Post 6734 in comraderie, to share a meal, fellowship and goodwill, as a unit.
We are seeking honorably discharged veterans, or active members of military guards, and reserve units, currently in good standing. Our practices are held only once a month, at VFW Post 6734, on the first Tuesday, after the first Sunday, at 4 PM. Drilled coordinated movements, precise rifle handling, flag folding, and the in-church honoring military routine, are covered in those monthly practices.
COME JOIN US... the awarded bearing VFW Post 6734 Honor Guard! It will be a priviledge, and an "Honor" to have you within our ranks. We assure you it will be a totally, meaningful and worthwhile experience for you. One you will enjoy, cherish...and never regret!
For additional information, call (864) 373-9743, Mondays 4-6 PM. Or visit VFW Post 6734, 18 Charles Gandy Way, Piedmont, SC. Or leave your contact information on the POST 6734 CONTACT page of this website.