resources

Virginia Department of Veterans Services (services for our veterans across the Commonwealth) http://www.dvs.virginia.gov/

Virginia Wounded Warrior Program (home of Virginia's Veterans and their family of supporters) http://www.wearevirginiaveterans.org/

Federal Benefits for Veterans, Dependents, and Survivors - 2011 (pdf) http://www.va.gov/opa/publications/benefits_book/federal_benefits.pdf

FOR PATCHES, HATS, PINS, ETC.:

American Legion Flag & Emblem http://emblem.legion.org/

Medals of America (Military Medals, Ribbons, Ball Caps) http://www.medalsofamerica.com/

Prior Service (Military Patches and Hats, Military Shirts and Pins) http://www.priorservice.com/

RealBikers.com (Patches, pins, & t-shirts) http://www.realbikers.com/

Wicked Jester Clothing (T-shirts with an Attitude) http://www.wickedjester.com/

(From the American Legion Riders January 2012 Newsletter)

Simple hand signals, used with your bike's light signals, remain the most effective way to communicate your intentions to drivers and riders around you.
Review the basics: Turn on your motorcycle's turn signals in the direction you intend to go. A hand signal will both get attention and emphasize your planned movement.
Since many signals are not self-cancelling, get into the habit of turning off your signal after your turn.
Use your signals well ahead of time. Remember engine braking alone will slow your bike without warning drivers behind. Touch your brakes lightly to signal your deceleration.
Visit the Motorcycle Safety Foundation for more tips and information about safe riding and risk management. www.msf.org