This month, Memorial Day will be observed for the 150th […]
Pfc. Arthur Joseph Holmes enlisted in the United States Marine […]
Maj. David Moniac was the first Native American to attend […]
As a VA employee, my mission has gained new meaning. If our Veterans are staking their lives to preserve our way of life, if a father has to commemorate his son’s birthday with his gravestone, then surely, we must do everything in our power to honor their sacrifice.
I have known a young soldier from the Bronx who ran out into an open field to save one of his brothers lying wounded on the battlefield. I have seen a soldier sacrifice his own life when he threw his fellow soldier to the ground and used his own body to protect him from the full blast of a rocket propelled grenade. These men were heroes.
For those who have lost family, friends and neighbors in […]
It has been said, "poor is the Nation that has no heroes, but beggared is the Nation that has and forgets them." Visiting our national cemeteries is a way of remembering our heroes.
The key to renewing our recognition of Memorial Day – and making sure all Americans once again feel encouraged and empowered to express their respect for our deceased military heroes – lies in our knowledge of Memorial Day’s history.
Ways you can pay respect to those who’ve made the […]
On March 29, 2016, Vietnam Veterans will be honored with events across the country and a Wreath Laying Commemoration Ceremony at the Vietnam Wall in Washington, D.C. Check with your local VA facility to see when they are hosting their Vietnam 50th commemoration event.
Putting "flags in" is an opportunity to teach the next generation about the sacrifices made by our Servicemembers every day.
Memorial Day for many of us is the unofficial starting […]