The Voice of Sea Services Personnel
As a leading organization in The Military Coalition, FRA works closely with 35 other military and veterans’ organizations on important personnel issues. In addition to direct representation in Congress, the Association sponsors legislative seminars across the country to better inform Sea Services personnel, Reservists, retirees and veterans about governmental actions that affect them and what they can do to protect their interests.
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In 1975, Del Herrmann, after retiring from the Navy, joined the Fleet Reserve Association in Wilmington and became one of its most active members until the day he died on July 10, 2010. The men and women of the local chapter will ensure that his work is not forgotten when they officially rename their branch during a ceremony Saturday, Feb. 12, 2011 at Applebee's on New Centre Drive. The organization will thereafter be called Fleet Reserve Association Del Herrmann Branch 299. His work led him to some of the highest offices in the Fleet Reserve, including East Coast regional president. When he died, he held the offices of secretary and treasurer, which he had held for about the past 10 years.
LOYALTY, PROTECTION, AND SERVICE
Our Mission
To preserve and protect benefits and quality-of-life programs for Sailors, Marines, Coast Guard personnel since 1924. To give voice to its members’ concerns and, as a result, continues to generate significant improvements for military personnel and their families.
Our Vision
To create a homeport for solving career problems and to be your direct link to the Departments of Defense (DoD), Homeland Security (DHS) and Veterans’ Affairs (VA) and other government agencies having oversight of your benefit programs and your current and future security. The Association stands ready to serve you and your family to include caring support and assistance in times of trouble or distress.