Department of Massachusetts

June 10th, 2023, Mansfield, MA: VFW Department of Massachusetts elects  James Morrissey as its Commander at its 103rd State Convention.  James Morrissey  joined the Navy after high school and spent a total of 10 years on active duty. His assignments included the USS Macdonough (DDG-39), NAWS Pt. Mugu, and the USS Independence CV-62. He attended aviation ordnance school and F-14 Armament school. Jim earned his VFW eligibility by receiving two Navy Expeditionary Medals and a Southwest Service Medal. He also received two good conduct medals, three Sea Service Ribbons, and two National Defense Service Medals. He is a life member of VFW Post 3264 in Mansfield, MA. Where he has served in various positions including Post Commander 2006-2014 earning all-state Post Commander and all State Quartermaster award. He was an All-American Post Quartermaster in 2017, and served as District Six Commander earning all-state District Commander in 2018-2019. Jim served as Jr. Vice Commander  and later as  Sr. Vice Commander for the department.    Originally from Marshfield Jim now lives in Wareham with his wife Beth.