These unprecedented times are contributing to a higher level of anxiety, particularly among our Veteran population. The constant flow of often discouraging news, along with a reduced ability to mingle with others to keep spirits up, makes it difficult for some to maintain their morale. TogetherWeServed, a military heritage community website and home to over 1.9 million U.S. Military Veterans, wants to help.

A secure virtual base for Veterans

During a Veteran’s military service, their base, ship or shore station is place to call home – a safe haven to share in the company of some of the finest men and women with a mission in common. Together We Served (TWS) aims to replicate that same spirit of brotherhood and sisterhood in its own “Virtual Base” website.

With its membership containing only active serving and Veterans, TWS provides a secure platform for all Veterans to engage with other Veterans on a level that is simply not possible in most social networking environments.

Create your own military service page on the Together We Served site.

Create your own military service page on the Together We Served site.

Together We Served’s forums encourage informal discussion, reminiscent of barrack-room banter on a wide range of interests – from local community discussion, uplifting military humor and interesting hobbies, to lively debate on current political issues.

With a number of members suffering from combat-related and other health issues, TWS’s Support Forums provide a safe environment where Veterans can discuss the situations they face each day.

Find your battle buddies today

The joy of locating a long-lost buddy cannot be underestimated and TWS has proven to be an accomplished Veteran locator. You can easily find other Veterans you served with, without having to enter names, by way of TWS’s ability to automatically match the service information you enter on your Military Service Page with the service information on the pages of all other TWS members. The list of matching members is particularly useful as names are often forgotten.

Honoring Service

More free time can provide an additional opportunity. TWS’s Military Service Page is designed to honor the military service of each and every Veteran. Each Veteran’s Page displays: their photo in uniform, rank insignia, medals and awards (displayed exactly as worn), all badges and unit patches; and names, dates and locations of their boot camp, training schools, unit assignments, as well as any combat or non-combat operations participated in. Unlimited photographs from military service can be scanned and added to the TWS Photo Album. A step by step self-interview called “Service Reflections” captures the memories of key people and events that made an important impact on a Veterans life. The result is a rich, visual presentation of a Veteran’s entire military service which, once shared, becomes a lasting legacy for their children and grandchildren.

In support of the Veteran community at this difficult time, Veterans are invited to join Together We Served, via the link below, to receive a FREE 12-months Premium Membership.

JOIN TOGETHER WE SERVED


Brian A. Foster is the founder of Together We Served.

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71 Comments

  1. A Owen May 13, 2020 at 21:05

    For those of us who served in 2 branches, will we have access to both (ie: Army and Navy) with the free account? Or is it all one big database?

  2. BRINA BOLDEN April 24, 2020 at 15:16

    I tried to set up the one-year premium membership, but it is not showing as free. I received a link through my school and was directed to this page, but after I went to TWS and filled out everything, it still asked for payment. How do I get the one-year free premium membership.

    • Monica J Primus April 27, 2020 at 12:41

      Hello Brina,
      Did you click on the link at the bottom of this article that reads “Join Together We Served”?

    • TWS Admin May 3, 2020 at 23:15

      Brina – contact our Help Desk at Admin@togetherweserved.com and we will have you squared away. TWS Admin

  3. David Nickerson April 21, 2020 at 17:57

    This sounds really kool! I spent time in Nam with MCB10, & River Division 532 . I was a Cook in both units. During 1968-1970

    • TWS Admin April 22, 2020 at 21:05

      David, we have a huge number of Vietnam Veterans on Together We Served. Join us at join.togetherweserved.com/VA to connect with old friends and make new friends. We have 5 Members who served in RIVDIV 532 you might know. TWS Admin

  4. HeatUpJamz April 21, 2020 at 09:50

    This is highly commendable. Brave men

  5. Harold K Ressler April 20, 2020 at 00:55

    Lance Tucker on 4/15/2020 and Patricia Bravo on 4/15/2020 both asked about the cost of membership after the free 12 month premium membership period has expired. You failed to answer this after 12 months cost question for both of them. I see this failure to respond to a direct question that several of us prospective members have as a huge red flag. Do you intend for us to join before we understand the future cost?

    • TWS Admin April 20, 2020 at 12:37

      Harold – more than happy to answer your question. When your complimentary 12 months Premium Membership expires, your Membership reverts to Free status unless you elect to remain a Premium Member. So the short answer is there is no cost if you so choose. You can also cancel your membership at any time. TWS has two Membership Levels: Free Membership and Premium Membership. Free Membership enable you to do most things on the TWS website. Premium Membership enables you to access Premium areas of Together We Served websites including access to all service branch websites. This is similar to LinkedIn. The cost of Premium Membership after the complimentary 12 months is only $9.97 for the next year. As a military-oriented website, TWS does not carry any advertising nor does your activity triggers ads to your Inbox. It relies solely on the support of its Membership to pay the salaries of its staff – all disabled US military Veterans – plus its 12 man programming team and the substantial advertising which helps bring more members and therefore connections to its Veteran Membership. I hope this answers your question.

  6. Daniel J Wall April 18, 2020 at 13:51

    Maarine Corps 1981-1986, surviver of Beruit Lebanon, 23 OCT 1983, Battallion 2/8 Expaditionary Forces

    • TWS Admin April 20, 2020 at 16:24

      Daniel – we have number of Marines who survived the Beirut Bombing on Together We Served. Please join us at https://join.togetherweserved.com/VA and connect with a few Marines you may know from over 440,000 Marines on TWS. We look forward to welcoming you on board. TWS Admin

  7. Kathy Wagner April 17, 2020 at 14:48

    I’d love to reconnect with my First Sgt Wayne Frideres from the 108th MI BN in Wildflecken, Germany. I served there from Feb 1985 to April 1987. He was a great leader.

  8. Martin Stults April 17, 2020 at 13:11

    Sp4 Martin Stults, 228TH ASHB, Comp. C. Vietnam 1969-1970. Did everyone make it home alive?

    • TWS Admin April 17, 2020 at 20:19

      Martin, We have 53 Members who served in the 228th Assault Support Helicopter Battalion (ASHB). Join us via the link https://join.togetherweserved.com/va and enter this on your Military Service Page. A list of all Members who served with you in your Unit will be presented to you, which you can contact as a Premium Member. Any questions contact our Help desk at the bottom left of our website. Looking forward to welcoming you on board.

      TWS Admin

  9. Cath Higgins April 17, 2020 at 09:10

    I have shipmates I would prefer not to contact me. Will I be able to block individuals?

    • TWS Admin April 17, 2020 at 20:17

      Cath, Yes we do have that ability for you to block any Members from contacting you. A block button exists on every Profile Page.

      TWS Admin

  10. John Robinson April 17, 2020 at 08:53

    Served aboard the Bull, USS DURHAM LKA 114 72 TO 75 and the Good Hood USS MOUNT HOOD AE29 76 TO 78 B Div Hole Snipe

    • TWS Admin April 17, 2020 at 20:16

      John, Join us via the link https://join.togetherweserved.com/va and enter both your ships on your Military Service Page. A list of all Members who served with you in those ships will be presented to you, which you can contact as a Premium Member. Any questions contact our Help desk at the bottom left of our website. Looking forward to welcoming you on board.

      TWS Admin

  11. John Stanley Clark April 17, 2020 at 00:25

    Looking for Army friends Alex Popp ,Earl Waldon, Last name Minzer Last name Gladstone Dale Tellise Sol hurvitz we all served in 91st Field in 1st Armored Fort Hood Texas and Fort Polk La

    • TWS Admin April 17, 2020 at 20:15

      John, Join us via the link https://join.togetherweserved.com/va and enter 91st Field Artillery Bn on your Military Service Page. A list of all Members who served with you in your Unit will be presented to you, which you can contact as a Premium Member. Any questions contact our Help desk at the bottom left of our website. Looking forward to welcoming you on board.

      TWS Admin

  12. Donald R Turnbull April 16, 2020 at 18:39

    Anybody from Ist Div, Bravo Co, 2nd of 28th Infantry. That was in Vietnam 2014 – 2016 Please contact Me

    • TWS Admin April 17, 2020 at 20:14

      Donald, Join us via the link https://join.togetherweserved.com/va and enter B Co, 2nd Bn, 28th Infantry on your Military Service Page. A list of all Members who served with you in your Unit will be presented to you, which you can contact as a Premium Member. Any questions contact our Help desk at the bottom left of our website. Looking forward to welcoming you on board.

      TWS Admin

  13. Wilma Jean williams April 16, 2020 at 15:54

    Looking for comrades 1971-1975 ft McPherson ga or ft benning ga 3rd army

    • TWS Admin April 17, 2020 at 20:12

      Wilma, Join us via the link https://join.togetherweserved.com/va and enter Fort McPherson and Ft Benning, 1971-1975 on your Military Service Page. A list of all Members who served with you in your Unit will be presented to you, which you can contact as a Premium Member. Any questions contact our Help desk at the bottom left of our website. Looking forward to welcoming you on board.

      TWS Admin

  14. gary tibbetts April 16, 2020 at 15:09

    looking for for any one who was in the 70th Engr veitnam1969-70

    • TWS Admin April 17, 2020 at 20:11

      Gary, Join us via the link https://join.togetherweserved.com/va and enter 70th Engineer Bn 1969-1970 on your Military Service Page. A list of all Members who served with you in your Unit will be presented to you, which you can contact as a Premium Member. Any questions contact our Help desk at the bottom left of our website. Looking forward to welcoming you on board.

      TWS Admin

  15. Dennis Reneau April 16, 2020 at 14:02

    My name is Dennis Reneau and I served with the 1st Marine Airwing in Vietnam 1970-1971. My rear was Malbur Mountain. I spend most of my time on LZ Baldy fire base. My best friend George Rodriguez we both kept our choppers fuel and I have been looking for him. Please help.

    Dennis Reneau ISG/Retired.

    • TWS Admin April 17, 2020 at 20:10

      Dennis, Join us via the link https://join.togetherweserved.com/va and enter 1st MAW 1970-1971 on your Military Service Page. A list of all Members who served with you in your Unit will be presented to you, which you can contact as a Premium Member. Any questions contact our Help desk at the bottom left of our website. Looking forward to welcoming you on board.

      TWS Admin

  16. Maynard H. Smith ( Smitty) April 16, 2020 at 12:46

    I want to connect with other Coast Guard Guys who served on the Winnebago WHEC 40 during our 68-69 Vietnam tour ?

    • TWS Admin April 16, 2020 at 14:14

      Smitty – We have 61 Members who were on the Winnebago WHEC 40. Join our Coast Guard site with 22,000 fellow Coasties via the link https://join.togetherweserved.com/va and enter this ship on your Military Service Page. A list of all Members who served with you in this Unit will be presented to you, which you can contact as a Premium Member. Any questions contact our Help desk at the bottom left of our website. Looking forward to welcoming you on board.

      TWS Admin

    • George April 28, 2020 at 12:54

      Donald, Join us via the link https://join.togetherweserved.com/va and enter B Co, 2nd Bn, 28th Infantry on your Military Service Page. A list of all Members who served with you in your Unit will be presented to you, which you can contact as a Premium Member. Any questions contact our Help desk at the bottom left of our website. Looking forward to welcoming you on board.

      TWS Admin

  17. Gary A Thurston April 16, 2020 at 11:41

    So, I am already a member. TWS wants to charge me to renew my membership. But others can join for free. Why? Doesn’t seem fair.

  18. Gerald Rush April 16, 2020 at 11:29

    Looking for Lorana Jones from Alconbury AFB, England. We served in the same unit around 1983-86.

    • TWS Admin April 16, 2020 at 12:54

      Gerald – We have 272 Air Force Members who served at RAF Alconbury. Join us via the link https://join.togetherweserved.com/va and enter this Base on your Military Service Page. A list of all Members who served with you on this base will be presented to you, which you can contact as a Premium Member. Any questions contact our Help desk at the bottom left of our website. Looking forward to welcoming you on board.

      TWS Admin

  19. Mike Carrington April 16, 2020 at 11:16

    Looking for Jo from 625th Military Airlift Support Group.

    • TWS Admin April 16, 2020 at 12:53

      Mike – we have 24 Members who served in the 625th MASG. Join us via the link https://join.togetherweserved.com/va and enter this Unit on your Military Service Page. A list of all Members who served with you on this base will be presented to you, which you can contact as a Premium Member. Any questions contact our Help desk at the bottom left of our website. Looking forward to welcoming you on board.

      TWS Admin

  20. nick cayafas April 16, 2020 at 10:29

    US Army 1972-1974
    Basic Fort Ord, CA
    Korea 1973 Camp Indian 44th Engineers
    Fort Macarthur, CA 1974 103rd MP Co.

    • TWS Admin April 16, 2020 at 12:51

      Nick – join us via the link https://join.togetherweserved.com/va and enter your Units on your Military Service Page. A list of all Members who served with you on this base will be presented to you, which you can contact as a Premium Member. Any questions contact our Help desk at the bottom left of our website. Looking forward to welcoming you on board.

      TWS Admin

  21. Douglas Robertson April 16, 2020 at 10:23

    Anyone in 3700 M&S Squadron Lackland AFB, SanAntonio, Tex from Aug 1970- May 1974

    • TWS Admin April 16, 2020 at 12:49

      Douglas – We have 12 Members who served in the 3700 M&S Squadron on TWS. Join us via the link https://join.togetherweserved.com/va and enter this Base on your Military Service Page. A list of all Members who served with you on this base will be presented to you, which you can contact as a Premium Member. Any questions contact our Help desk at the bottom left of our website. Looking forward to welcoming you on board.

      TWS Admin

  22. Tan P Johnson April 16, 2020 at 09:29

    Searching for Angela Jackson who was from Brooklyn, NY my battle buddy at Ft. Sam in Feb 1993. Also Zuby Freeman from Blue Field, OH, we were stationed in 2ID, Korea 1993-1994.

    • TWS Admin April 16, 2020 at 12:47

      Tan – join us via the link https://join.togetherweserved.com/va and enter this Base on your Military Service Page. A list of all Members who served with you on this base will be presented to you, which you can contact as a Premium Member. Ms Jackson and Freeman may be on this list. Any questions contact our Help desk at the bottom left of our website. Looking forward to welcoming you on board.

      TWS Admin

  23. Darold Robert Cherry April 16, 2020 at 08:44

    Looking for Earl Edward McGee 72 BW Clinton-Sherman AFB 1967-1968 , Darold R Cherry

    • TWS Admin April 16, 2020 at 12:45

      Darold – We have 32 Air Force Members who served on the Clinton Sherman AFB. Join TWS via the link https://join.togetherweserved.com/va and enter this Base on your Military Service Page. A list of all Members who served with you on this base will be presented to you, which you can contact as a Premium Member. Mr McGee may be on that list. Any questions contact our Help desk at the bottom left of our website. Looking forward to welcoming you on board.

      TWS Admin

  24. Bill Simpson April 16, 2020 at 08:39

    It has been fifty plus years. We have all changed and lived a different life with one brief shared experience. We are strangers except for that one moment in time. Carry on with your life.

  25. Bruce Stewart April 16, 2020 at 05:11

    I served on the USS Waddell (DDG-24) from 1983 -1988

    • TWS Admin April 16, 2020 at 12:42

      Bruce – we have 266 Members who served on the USS Waddell. join TWS via the link https://join.togetherweserved.com/va and enter this ship on your Military Service Page. A list of all Members who served with you in this Unit will be presented to you, which you can contact as a Premium Member. Any questions contact our Help desk at the bottom left of our website. Looking forward to welcoming you on board.

      TWS Admin

  26. Lance Tucker April 16, 2020 at 01:03

    You say that the TWS provides a one year free membership. What you don’t say is what it cost after the first year.

  27. James D April 16, 2020 at 00:13

    Veterans you guys deserve the best… Thanks for all that you do! You are all amazing

  28. albert pearce April 16, 2020 at 00:03

    albert e. pearce

  29. Patrick Dana Seeker April 15, 2020 at 23:06

    We served Our Country When It Needed us Most. Our Parents Served during the 2nd World War. Grandpa Served in WWI. Hoping to connect with some buddies from 7th PSYOP Group in Okinawa (1970 and 71)

    • TWS Admin April 16, 2020 at 12:40

      Patrick – preserving your service and reconnecting with people you served with is what TWS is all about. Join TWS via the link https://join.togetherweserved.com/va and enter this unit on your Military Service Page. A list of all Members who served with you in this Unit will be presented to you, which you can contact as a Premium Member. Any questions contact our Help desk at the bottom left of our website. Looking forward to welcoming you on board.

      TWS Admin

  30. Dennis Richard Cole April 15, 2020 at 22:37

    Is this also for non-combat vets ? Does the other party have to be a member ?

    • TWS Admin April 16, 2020 at 12:38

      Bobby – TWS is for all Veterans who honorably served – combat or non combat. You can join TWS via the link https://join.togetherweserved.com/va. Any questions contact our Help desk at the bottom left of our website. Looking forward to welcoming you on board.

      TWS Admin

  31. Patricia C. Bravo April 15, 2020 at 22:18

    What is the cost of membership?
    Do you sell member information? If so, can I opt out ?
    How does your site protect our information?

    • TWS Admin April 16, 2020 at 12:36

      Patricia – All Veterans joining at https://join.togetherweserved.com/VA get 12 months complimentary Premium Membership. Together We Served fully protects the personal information of its Members on its secure servers. It does not share, the personally identifiable information of any of its Members with any third party, outside of the TWS organization.

      TWS Admin

  32. Roger Borroel April 15, 2020 at 22:00

    I’m kind of careful meeting old war buddies from the ‘Nam. They all might be trumpies! I was in the 101st Airborne Division, 3rd Brigade, as an RTO with B/2/506th Infantry, A Shau Valley, 1968-69. Anyways, have a good life, what’s left of it!

  33. Roger Borroel April 15, 2020 at 21:57

    I’m very careful about meeting old war buddies from the ‘Nam, they might all be trumpies! I was in the A Shau Valley, 101st Airborne Division, artillery RTO for B/2/506th infantry, 1968-69. Anyway, have a good life guys, what’s left of it..

    • TWS Admin April 16, 2020 at 12:33

      Roger – we have a large number of Members who were in that Unit in Vietnam in 68/69 on our website. You may find some old friends to reminisce with. Join TWS via the link https://join.togetherweserved.com/va and enter your unit on your Military Service Page. A list of all Members who served with you in this Unit will be presented to you, which you can contact as a Premium Member. Any questions contact our Help desk at the bottom left of our website. Looking forward to welcoming you on board.

      TWS Admin

    • Bill butkus April 16, 2020 at 13:17

      I was in the 101st airborne ,2nd brigade. I was a helicopter crew chief.,and I am not a Trumpy. I was in Nam from 69-70. My name is Bill Butkus, nice to hear from another Nam soldier. Good luck and God bless!

  34. Gary Lee Sill April 15, 2020 at 21:30

    Sounds good to connect with friends when I served with OSI in the San Francisco OSI Detachment in 1970-73.

    • TWS Admin April 16, 2020 at 12:29

      Gary – Absolutely. Join us via the link https://join.togetherweserved.com/va and enter OSI on your Military Service Page. A list of all Members who served with you in this Unit will be presented to you, which you can contact as a Premium Member. Any questions contact our Help desk at the bottom left of our website. Looking forward to welcoming you on board.

      TWS Admin

  35. John Edward Babbs April 15, 2020 at 21:14

    Dont think my guy’s would still be alive ,from naha Okinawa naval air base 1963 – 64 ,I’m 74 years old, I was 17 in 1963 I only remember a couple of names Kenneth P McKenzie, Andy Andersen, he worked in the post office in Naha,air base, I worked on the fuel farm, as a driver ,also remember Richard Kempling, is ther any way to find them ?

    • TWS Admin April 16, 2020 at 12:28

      John – you may be surprised as we have Members from WW2 on Together We Served. Join TWS via the link https://join.togetherweserved.com/va and enter your units on your Military Service Page. A list of all Members who served with you in this Unit will be presented to you, which you can contact as a Premium Member. Any questions contact our Help desk at the bottom left of our website who will be happy to assist. Looking forward to welcoming you on board.

      TWS Admin

  36. Joseph Anthony Ferrara April 15, 2020 at 20:58

    Do you mean I can connect with shipmates serving on the Roger B Taney 1951-1954?

    • TWS Admin April 16, 2020 at 12:26

      Joseph – the SS Roger B Taney was a liberty ship sunk in 1943. Could it be a similarly named ship? Join TWS via the link https://join.togetherweserved.com/va and contact our Help desk at the bottom left of our website. Looking forward to welcoming you on board.

      TWS Admin

  37. kenneth l hamilton April 15, 2020 at 20:56

    retired usaf

  38. Bobby McNeill April 15, 2020 at 20:37

    Wishing to connect with OPtis (Jack)mJackson, 1967, Viet Nam, 2nd Bat, 1st Marine Div.

    • TWS Admin April 16, 2020 at 12:19

      Bobby – join TWS via the link https://join.togetherweserved.com/va and enter this unit on your Military Service Page. A list of all Members who served with you in this Unit will be presented to you, which you can contact as a Premium Member. Mr Jackson may be on that list. Any questions contact our Help desk at the bottom left of our website. Looking forward to welcoming you on board.

      TWS Admin

  39. James D Ormsby April 15, 2020 at 20:30

    Us Army 1968-1975
    Basic Fort Polk,La
    Ordnance Center, Aberdeen Md.
    Ft Gordon,Ga.Casual status
    Korea..Camp Casey 1970
    Ft Jackson,SC.1971-1975.
    SSG Enlistment ended 2/5/75

    • TWS Admin April 16, 2020 at 12:15

      James, join TWS via the link https://join.togetherweserved.com/va and enter those units on your military service page. We will deliver you a list of people who served with you who you may contact if you wish. Any questions, our Help Desk at bottom left of the TWS will be able to assist promptly. Looking forward to welcoming you on board.

      TWS Admin

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