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On June 14, two hundred and thirty-seven years ago, the United States Army was established to defend our Nation. This 237th birthday commemorates America’s Army – soldiers, families and civilians – who are achieving a level of excellence that is …
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As Americans prepare to celebrate and give thanks amidst the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, I’d like to take a moment to recognize the 374th birthday of the National Guard and our Citizen-Warriors: those stationed throughout our Nation …
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In a video Veterans Day message, Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates reaffirms the Defense Department’s commitment to the nation’s past and present warriors and urges Americans to honor the sacrifices of servicemembers and their families. Visit Defense.gov’s Veterans Day special. …
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Two hundred and twenty years ago today, the United States Congress created the U.S. Revenue-Marine to safeguard our young Nation’s shores. We proudly celebrate this as the day the United States Coast Guard was born. Over the years, generations of …
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