Happy 251st Birthday, U.S. Navy!
Wishing the United States Navy a Happy 251st Birthday.
Wishing the United States Navy a Happy 251st Birthday.
Wishing the United States Air Force a happy 79th birthday.
In this issue: August 8th meeting, Jessica Waszak, Curator at the First Division Museum at Cantigny, shared the powerful history of the 11,000 women and nurses who served in Vietnam, highlighting their vital role in U.S. history.Looking ahead, join us on November 7th for our next meeting featuring Phil Roberts, Museum Operations Coordinator for the First Division Museum at Cantigny. He will present "Medal of Honor Recipients: Eight Extraordinary Soldiers of the 1st Infantry Division," exploring incredible stories of courage, sacrifice, and valor.
Wishing the United States Coast Guard a happy 236th birthday.
In this issue: Veterans for Unification announces its 2026 officers, welcoming President Steve McVeigh and thanking outgoing leader Irv Danneil. We also recap features on WWII celebrities and veteran crisis support. Finally, look ahead to our August 8th meeting, where Cantigny Curator Jessica Waszak will present “We Were There Too,” honoring the 11,000 American military women who served in Vietnam.
Today, we proudly celebrate 250 years of freedom, faith, courage, and the enduring American spirit. We honor the patriots who secured our independence, the generations who defended our liberty, and all who continue to uphold the ideals of our great nation.
Flag Day is celebrated on June 14. It commemorates the adoption of the flag of the United States on June 14, 1777 by resolution of the Second Continental Congress.
The Army turns 251 years old, June 14 —Happy Birthday
On this Memorial Day, we honor the brave heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. Their courage and legacy will never be forgotten.