Honoring Our Veterans

  1. Memorial Day vs. Veterans Day vs. Armed Forces Day

    America would not be the country it is today if not for the brave men and women who fought to protect our freedoms throughout our history. To show our respect, America has several days set aside to honor our country’s heroes. While similar, Memorial Day, Veterans Day, and Armed Forces Day have major distinctions but are connected by a common bond of patriotism and respect. Recognizing the unique reasons behind each commemorative holiday is crucial. It allows you to properly show respect to our service members, whose bravery ensures our continued freedom. 

    Why It’s Important to Understand the Difference Between Memorial Day vs. Veterans Day vs. Armed Forces Day 

    Understanding the purpose of each federal holiday is essential for respecting our brave armed forces. For example, misunderstanding the meaning

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  2. How to Fold an American Flag for Your Display Case

    Flag folding has multiple benefits, from keeping the U.S. flag safe from damage to displaying it for memorial or honorary purposes. While it may seem simple, there is flag etiquette you must follow to ensure it is folded in the proper way. While you may not fold the national flag every day, understanding the process is essential for anyone who proudly flies the stars and stripes. While there are no set rules laid out in the United States flag code for flag folding, let’s take a look at the generally accepted step-by-step process used within the armed forces and during any official flag folding ceremony. 

    How To Fold An American Flag 

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  3. Order of military flags

    Military flags hold a special place in American's hearts. They are a symbol of sacrifice, valor, and national pride. Knowing the proper order of military flags is crucial for any flag display, whether you're a military veteran, family member, or patriotic citizen. In this article, you will learn the correct order of military flags so you can honor the brave service men and women who dedicate their lives to preserving our country's freedom. 

    How to Determine Order of Military Flags  

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  4. Gold Star Mother's Day

    The last Sunday of September marks a day dedicated to the mothers, fathers, and family members of the country’s fallen military service members, fondly called Gold Star Mother’s and Family Day or National Gold Star Mother’s Day. This blog will provide more information for those interested in supporting Gold Star families. 

    Who Are the Gold Star Mothers? 

    The use of stars to indicate that a family member was fighting in a war dates back to World War I. During this time, families would display a flag with a blue star to show that someone they loved was fighting for their country. Soon, flags with multiple stars became common as more family members went to serve in the war. While the exact origins of this tradition are unknown, those who lost loved ones in the line of duty eventually began displaying a gold star

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    best veterans day celebrations american flag illustration Across the nation, citizens of the USA take the time to recognize those who served in our country’s military. Veteran’s Day is our chance to say “thank you” to our former and current soldiers in a public forum.
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    On Monday, November 11th, Americans will pause to commemorate our veterans, whose patriotism, service and sacrifice defending our great nation can never be appropriately repaid. In an effort to extend their gratitude for our veterans’ service to our country, the VA has compiled a list of the following organizations and businesses that are providing the following discounts and offers in honor of Veteran’s Day:

    Veterans Day discounts and meals at restaurants

    Hometown Buffet – November 11, 2019
    Active duty, reserve, or retired military personnel in uniform or with a valid ID receive 15% discount on Military Mondays (Every Monday including Memorial Day) at Hometown Buffet. Be sure to ask your server for more details. Visit the BJs Wholesale website for details. http://www.hometownbuffet.com/military/

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  7. Today Marks the 72nd Birthday of the United States Air Force

    September 18, 2019 marks the 72nd birthday of the United States Air Force. This holiday commemorates the day when the Air Force was officially separated from the Army. Before it was its own branch of the military, the Air Force was known as the Army Air Force.  The United States Army created the predecessor to the Air Force when

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    military family reunited Many businesses provide veterans with military discounts and other benefits when they come and shop with them.
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    glasses of craft beer Supporting veteran-owned businesses is a great way to honor the brave men and women who have served in the United States military. Show your gratitude to U.S. military veterans by supporting these seven awesome veteran-owned breweries.
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    bald eagle overlay american flag America is known as the land of the free and the home of the brave for a reason. The constant advancement of our country is due to the men and women who served our country throughout our nation’s history. The sacrifices that they made help ensure that we can maintain all the freedoms that are part and parcel of American citizenship.
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    patriot spring break trips military museums Spring break vacation is an excellent time to visit museums honoring all those who have served in our military. With the weather warming up, visitors can take advantage of walking and touring the various military tribute venues across our country.
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