AMVETS exists to enhance the quality of life for all veterans, their families and survivors. Membership in AMVETS is open to anyone who honorably served or is currently serving in the U.S. Armed Forces, including the National Guard and Reserves .  Duane E. Dewey AMVETS Post 1988 was named after Duane Edgar Dewey (November 16, 1931 – October 11, 2021) who was an American combat Marine. He received the United States military’s highest decoration for valor, the Medal of Honor, for his actions on April 16, 1952, during the Korean War. The Post is located at 1959 W. 24th Street, Baldwin. They can be reached by phone at (231) 745-2550, email – amvetsp1988@gmail.com and on facebook.