Veterans of Foreign Wars Day is a day of honor every year on September 29th. Founded by James C. Putnam in 1899 and has been celebrated domestically and around the globe ever since. This date is celebrated in the 52 departments in America and 6,000 posts around the globe for the veterans that have serviced […]
The Warrior Games
This week starting September 21 to September 28th the Department of Defense Warrior Games will begin. The Warrior Games began in 2010 for sick or wounded service members to compete in team and Olympic sporting competitions. The Warrior Games were unfortunately canceled last year due to Covid-19 in San Antonio Texas but is back this […]
Patriot Day: Day of remembrance for the victims of 9/11
Patriot day is a holiday that is dedicated to the victims who lost their lives on September 11th, 2001. This year marks the 20th anniversary of the attacks that occurred at the World Trade Center and the Pentagon. Seven days after the attacks the US Congress made this an official holiday to give remembrance for […]
Military Patches: The importance and tradition
Military patches have always been an important tradition in the armed services and help show representation. Placed on the right sleeve of your uniform below the American flag to show your service in the United States military. Patches are given to soldiers after 30 days of service and for other experiences and journeys that have […]
National Airborne Day
National Airborne Day, August 16th, is a day of celebration for the accomplishments, bravery, and service of the Army parachute tradition. In 2001, President George W. Bush proclaimed this date to be the annual day to respect airborne activity in honor of the Airborne Rangers. Then following in 2009 the Senate made full recognition of […]
