Real Talk: The Stereotypes Returning Soldiers Face
This video, launched by BuzzFeed titled, "Awkward Things People Say to Soldiers," shows a soldier's homecoming and the reactions he receives from friends and acquaintances. The video is thought-provoking and opens the conversation about the stereotypes returning...
Why You Should Watch ‘American Sniper’ If You Love Veterans
When we think of veterans portrayed in the media, we often think of men and women with vacant eyes, internally suffering over images of gunfire and bloodshed in overseas lands. To assume that all veterans are gun-toting radicals, suffering from PTSD and prone to...
No Man’s War – Captures the Struggles and Strengths of Army Wives
Angela Rickett's memoir, No Man's War, casts an irreverent eye on the struggles of army wives. In No Man's War, writer and army wife Angela Ricketts writes about the responsibilities of being an officer's wife and the difficulties she faced during her husband's...
About the 9/11 Memorial
The 9/11 Memorial is a tribute to those who died in the terror attacks of September 11.
A Photo Worth A Thousand Words
Remembering V-J Day in Times Square. The history behind the iconic photograph by Alfred Eisenstaedt.
What is National Spirit of ’45 Day?
National Spirit of 45' Day honors the men and women of the World War II generation. More than 75 years ago, on August 14, 1945, President Harry Truman announced the end of World War II. Life magazine described this day as "a hinge of history...the birth of a new...
Purple Heart Day Celebrates Veterans
The Purple Heart Medal is awarded to those who have been wounded or killed in service. It is the oldest military medal in the world in present use.
Do You Know About Honor Flight?
Honor Flight Network is a national nonprofit organization comprised of independent hubs working together to achieve the Honor Flight mission. In furtherance of this common goal, we have the enormous privilege of showing our nation’s veterans the appreciation and...
Honor Veterans This Independence Day
Here is a short poem for our veterans on this 4th of July. Wishing all well on this celebration of our independence and their courage. Their Courage By Roger Robicheau Their courage deems utmost respect Their mission clear, our way protect It's sure to each what...
What is Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder?
Post traumatic Stress Disorder or PTSD, is a pyschiatric disorder that occurs following the experiencing or witnessing of a traumatic and life-threatening event such as military combat, physical or sexual assault, serious accidents, natural disasters, etc. People...
