American Veterans Service Organizations & Patriotic Societies (AVSOPS)

AVSOPS | The Veterans & Patriots Network, a comprehensive directory of American Veterans Service Organizations and Patriotic Societies (AVSOPS) uniquely categorized by war period.

Honoring our nation’s heroes and the lifetime of service embodied by Mary and Ed Arnold, Sr.

Ed Arnold, Sr.

Veterans Affairs U.S. Senate Liaison
Marine Lieutenant, Korean Conflict
1929-2012

Ed Arnold, Sr., Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Parris Island

Ed Arnold, Sr. dedicated over 38 years serving the Veteran’s Administration and later Department of Veterans Affairs Liaison, ensuring that America’s veterans received the recognition and support they deserved. A proud United States Marine Corps Lieutenant & combat veteran of the Korean War, his work left a lasting impact on policies affecting veterans nationwide.

Marine Lieutenant Edwin L. Arnold, Sr., posing with Marine Captain, fighter pilot, and American baseball player manager Ted Williams after he crash-landed his Navy F9F Panther jet following a mission in Korea, circa February 19, 1953.

In 1960, he moved from Memphis, Tennessee to Washington, D.C., to serve as an Administrative Assistant to Indiana Congressman Ralph Harvey. Later, he played a key role in transitioning the Veterans Administration into the Cabinet-level Department of Veterans Affairs.

Ed Arnold & President William Bill Clinton at Army Navy Country Club

President Gerald Ford shaking hands with Edwin Arnold, Arlington National Cemetery 1975

Arnold's Capitol Steps — Ed Arnold Contemplating Congressional run 1973

Marine Lieutenant Edwin L. Arnold Korean Conflict

His commitment to veteran welfare and advocacy remains a cornerstone of this directory.

Mary Miller Arnold

United States Senate Doorkeeper & Community Leader
1938-2006

With her Southern charm, grace, and leadership, Mary Arnold was a beloved figure in Washington, D.C. She served as a Doorkeeper Supervisor in the U.S. Senate for 21 years, fostering bipartisan respect and camaraderie among lawmakers.

Mary M. Arnold with President of Mexico Vicente Fox Quesada

Mary Miller Arnold, United States Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice Mary Elizabeth Arnold 2001 Fundraiser

Mary Miller Arnold & Vice President Cheney cohost Fundraiser 2001 — Mary Miller Arnold & Vice President Cheney Fundraiser 2001

Mary E Arnold, Laura Bush, President George W. Bush, Mary M. Arnold White House State Dinner 2005

Born in Jonesboro, Arkansas, and a Memphis State University alumna, Mary began her career as a flight attendant before entering public service. A devoted advocate for animal welfare and community engagement, she was a leader in the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria and multiple women’s organizations.

Mary Miller Eastern Airlines Flight Attendant; 1957

Mary Miller Cotton Carnival Lady in Waiting Portrait Photo 1950

Her legacy of warmth and dedication is deeply woven into this directory.

A lifetime of Service

Mary Miller Arnold Joint Session of Congress Photograph; US News and World Report September 20, 2001

The Arnold's in Vice President Dan Quayle's Senate Office — The Arnold’s in Vice President Dan Quayle’s Senate Office

Continuing the Legacy

AVSOPS Executive Leadership

Ed Arnold, Jr.

Cyber Security Engineer

Ed Arnold, Jr. is a United States Government Information Technology (IT) and Cyber Security Computer Support Specialist.

A commitment to his parents’ legacy of service to the United States Government, and Veteran Welfare and Advocacy is a foundational principle of AVSOPS.