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JWV - Levy Post 574 in Houston
Calling ALL Jewish Veterans
Calling ALL Jewish Veterans
OPINION in the JHV:
- JWV Post 574 condemns assassination attempt
Published•Thu, Jul 18, 2024
Jewish War Veterans Houston-Levy Post 574 condemns the heinous act of violence that occurred on July 13, when a man outside the perimeter of a rally attempted to assassinate former President Donald Trump.
Violence of a political nature is totally unacceptable in this nation of laws and civilized discourse. All members of this Post pray for the speedy recovery of the two injured survivors of this dastardly attack. To the Comperatore family, we offer our most sincere condolences on the tragic loss of your loved one.
This type of violence must be rooted out and dealt with by the rule of law of our nation. We stand with every individual and organization that condemns this act of political terrorism as not a representation of the basic ideals of our great nation.
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December 2025 to 2026
Many events scheduled for the next few months.
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2026 Annual social, schmooze & booze
Sunday January 10, 2026 at Kenny & Ziggy Restaurant on Post Oak.
Now more than ever before, is the time for us to show support for each other. No matter if you served sitting behind a desk stateside or served in active combat overseas. If you are Jewish and a Veteran then you are welcome to attend our annual social.
The above mentioned event is open to you and your spouse, significant other or family member.
We will have some brief remarks at 5 pm, and an opportunity to visit and schmooze before dinner which is hot buffet.
Post members and guests are invited including any prospective members.
RSVP ASAP
Checks or cash needs to be paid by our December 13, 2025 meeting.
RSVP to via email to JWV574Houston@gmail.com
Make checks payable to Houston Levy JWV Post 574.
Funds may be mailed to Commander David LaVine
PO Box 272213
Houston, TX 77025
Seating is limited so please purchase your ticket(s) $ 50 NOW.
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Our Origin
Calling ALL Jewish Veterans
Dr. Albert M. Levy was a member of the Texas Army and took part in the capture of San Antonio de Bexar when the Texans seized the town and the Alamo from the Mexican forces in December 1835, two months before the famous siege of the Alamo began. Dr. Levy was highly praised for his part in this battle by F. W. Johnson, one of the Texan commanders.
He died in 1860.
Four people of Jewish descent did, however, die in the Alamo battle of March 6, 1836. One of them was Anthony Wolf, an English Jew and both his sons aged 11 & 12. Another, Galba Fuqua, was one of the group of settlers from the town of Gonzales who rode to the aid of the besieged garrison. He died in the battle three days before his 17th birthday.
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Donations & Past Events
Jewish War Veterans meet for Veterans Day programs
Frank Shaw and Dave LeVine delivered 100 gift bags to the VA. Published in JHV•Thu, Nov 21, 2024. (They and other members did this Mitzvah again in 2025.)
Jewish War Veterans Levy Post 574 presented the colors and took part in the Seven Acres and The Medallion pre-Veterans Day ceremony. All attending veterans were recognized for their service.
Later, many of the veterans met to load items into gift bags for the VA hospital.
On Veterans Day, Nov. 11, the JWV met at H-E-B Meyerland for Veterans Appreciation Day.
In 2025, 102-year-old Paul Kessler, a Jewish Veteran attended the event. He subsequently passed away.
All Jewish Veteran’s are welcome to attend post meetings and events. For more information, visit JWV574Houston.org or email the Post at JWV574Houston@gmail.com
Warrior, Pioneer & Politician QUIZ
Correct Answers have a check mark - see quiz below in the "Pictures From Events"
Houston Jewish War Veterans Post 574 hosted TALO Southwest regional convention
Jewish war veterans from four states got together in Houston Feb. 21-23, 2025. Published•Thu, Feb 27, 2025 in the JHV:
The annual TALO Department Convention, Southwest Region of Jewish War Veterans, took place in Houston Feb. 21-23. TALO represents Texas, Arkansas, Louisiana and Oklahoma.
Visiting members included Gary Ginsberg, JWV national commander; Ken Greenberg, national executive director; Steve Kraft, TALO commander; and Allan Cantor, the future TALO commander. The position of TALO Department adjutant is currently open.
LTC Geoffrey Corn was the convention’s guest speaker. Corn is the George R. Killam Jr. chair of Criminal Law and director of the Center for Military Law and Policy. He spoke on The Law of Armed Conflict: An Operational Perspective, The Laws of War and the War on Terror, National Security Law and the Constitution and National Security Law and Policy. His presentations were especially informative, in light of the current situation in Gaza.
Most Americans do not understand the complexity of military law. To learn more, search online for LTC Geoffrey Corn.
Houston is a favorite destination among Jewish veterans as JWV Post 574 is one of the largest and most active posts. In addition, out-of-towners always enjoy Houston’s Jewish deli, which most other cities lack. The national leaders also were impressed with the Houston host team. PICTURE in EVENTS.
Our Mission is to support and advocate for all uniformed services members, veterans, and their families.
Our Mission is to support and advocate for all uniformed services members, veterans, and their families.
We are dedicated to upholding America’s democratic traditions and fighting bigotry, prejudice, injustice, and discrimination of all kinds.
As the oldest continually active Congressionally chartered veterans organization in America, JWV represents the voice of America’s Jewish veterans on issues related to veterans’ benefits, foreign policy, and national security.
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Past EVENTS
December 10, 2025
10:00 AM
Reg
December 18, 2025 @ 2:45 pm SHARP
JWV's Levy Post 574 joined other local community organizations as we light candles to observe the 5th night of Hanukah with residents and their families at Seven Acres & The Medallion.
There was a free concert starting at 2:15 pm that our members attended prior to the EARLY candle lighting ceremony.
Entertainment was by Cantor Dorf who is part of a group called the Quarantets. They played music at 2:30 onward. Her husband, Rabbi Steve Morgen accompanied the group.
Upcoming EVENTS 2026
February 8, 2026. Sunday 10:00 AM Regular Post meeting at Seven Acres Boardroom.
February 15, 2026 Sunday.
10:00 AM Yom Limmud at Beth Israel. Our Post will have a table display.
March 8, 12:00 PM Kosher Chili Cook-off. Post 574 will present the colors a 12 Noon. (No regular monthly meeting this Sunday - see below.)
March 15, 10:00 AM Regular Post meeting at Seven Acres Boardroom. Note one week later than usual.
Jewish War Veterans TALO Southwest regional convention
Jewish war veterans from four states will get together in Dallas,
Date to be determined ASAP 2026.
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