U.S. Army Chaplains Celebrate Over 240 Years on July 29
Posted in Uncategorized on July 28, 2016
Tags: history, holiday, military, veterans
They follow a “call within a call,” combining their deepest beliefs with an unyielding commitment to their fellow soldiers. Some are deployed to the battlefield where they face the same violence of war encountered by other soldiers, often rushing into combat to administer spiritual care to their men with little concern for their own well Read More »
June is PTSD Awareness Month
Posted in Uncategorized on July 5, 2016
Tags: holiday, ptsd, tips for caregivers, tips for seniors, veterans
In order to bring greater awareness to the issue of PTSD, the United States Senate designated June as PTSD Awareness Month by the National Center for PTSD (NCPTSD), also naming June 27th as National PTSD Awareness Day. Through this designation, it is hoped that more people will be aware of the disorder and how it Read More »
5 Great Military Movies to Watch on the 4th of July
Posted in Uncategorized on July 1, 2016
Tags: history, holiday, military, veterans
Your Fourth of July weekend may be filled with fun plans for fireworks, barbecue, and friends, all activities that most Americans enjoy when celebrating the independence of our nation. But at the end of a long, hot day, you might enjoy relaxing on your couch and watching some of the most enjoyable military movies Read More »
The Difference Between Memorial Day, Independence Day and Veterans Day
Posted in Uncategorized on June 30, 2016
Tags: history, holiday, veterans
Americans enjoy several holidays with their military family and friends. Hot dogs, fireworks, flags and other summertime activities. Thanks to our veterans, we are privileged to have these special days to enjoy our freedoms, liberties and cultural values. However, many do not realize how our nationally recognized holidays were established nor understand their significance. Here Read More »
Celebrating Independence Day with Your Veteran Family and Friends
Posted in Uncategorized on June 30, 2016
Tags: history, holiday, veterans
Independence Day may be the single most important holiday we celebrate as a united nation. Focused around celebrating our independence from Britain, Independence Day is the actual day the Declaration of Independence was signed. It is rumored that nearly 86 revisions were made to the famous document before it was finally adopted by the Read More »
June 28 is Operation Red Wings Observation Day
Posted in Uncategorized on June 28, 2016
Tags: history, holiday, military, veterans
It was an operation many civilians had never heard about, until the story was made into a blockbuster movie in 2013. But the ill-fated Operation Red Wings conducted in 2005 – known to many now as the inspiration for the movie “Lone Survivor” – was actually a very impactful event, not only because of its Read More »
Remembering D-Day
Posted in Uncategorized on June 9, 2016
Tags: history, holiday, military, veterans
This week marks the 72nd anniversary of the largest amphibious invasion in history, as more than 160,000 Allied troops invaded Western Europe to battle the entrenched German forces during World War II. Operation Overlord, or “D-Day” as it is now known, was a highly secretive operation, under development for more than two years. It proved Read More »
The Best Memorial Day 2016 Shopping Deals
Posted in Uncategorized on May 27, 2016
Tags: holiday, veterans, veterans benefits
Most Americans, especially veterans, will spend time this Memorial Day weekend remembering those who have selflessly given their lives while defending freedom around the globe. Whether it is decorating a grave of a fallen soldier or participating in the National Moment of Remembrance at 3 p.m. local time, it’s important to keep perspective on the Read More »
5 Ways to Teach Your Kids the Real Meaning of Memorial Day
Posted in Uncategorized on May 27, 2016
Tags: crafts, history, holiday, military, veterans
School’s out (or almost out), the weather is warming up, the pools are opening. Memorial Day seems to unofficially announce the start of summer, and with so many fun activities, it’s natural that kids get caught up in the excitement of the holiday. So how do you go bout introducing the real meaning of this Read More »
The Real Origin of Memorial Day
Posted in Uncategorized on May 26, 2016
Tags: history, holiday, military, veterans
While most Americans appreciate the day off from work and the expected barbecues and summer festivities associated with Memorial Day, for many others it is a very serious day of remembrance and reflection. Other patriotic holidays – like the Fourth of July or Armed Forces Day – celebrate all members of the military, and with Read More »
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