In a day where seemingly the controversial, the negative, or the bizarre are what make the news. Let me tell you a story about a former slaved named William Harvey Carney. Carney was born into slavery in Virginia but escaped to the north. In 1863 at the age of 23, he... Read more
Victory Day Victory Day is a holiday observed to celebrate the conclusion of World War II and is related to Victory over Japan Day in the United Kingdom. Many Americans are likely unaware of this holiday as it is only observed by the state of Rhode Island. Rhode Island retains... Read more
Do you know what the Coast Guard flag looks like? Learn about the history behind the official U.S. Coast Guard Seal and flag. Do you know what the official U.S. Coast Guard Flag looks like? It starts with a white background an eagle in dark blue. Right above the eagle... Read more
Share This: Colorado Day Today is the 1st of August. Today is also Wednesday, but did you know that today is Colorado Day. Unless you live in Colorado you were probably unaware. On this day in 1876, President Ulysses S. Grant made Colorado the “Centennial State.” Welcome to the team!... Read more
Have you heard of a blue star military family? What about a gold star military family? Have you wondered what this means and what is the significance of the colored stars? In general, a military service banner is a rectangular shaped banner given to families with members enrolled in the... Read more
The Fourth of July celebrates American independence but do you know the rest of the history of Independence Day? The United States used to be a colony of the British, many years ago. But after a while, the 13 original colonies decided they wanted to be their own nation. After... Read more
Today is Wednesday, today is also the 20th of June, but did you know that it was American Eagle Day? If not, don’t beat yourself up about it. ‘American Eagle Day’ is a special day to commemorate the anniversary of the Bald Eagle’s selection as our National Symbol on this... Read more
What is Flag Day? | The History behind Flag Day and why we honor the US flag. On June 14, 1777, the Continental Congress declared the that red, white and blue stars and stripes were the official flag colors and design of the United States. In 1885, a young schoolteacher... Read more
American flags at gravesites for service members buried at both Arlington National Cemetery and the U.S. Soldiers’ and Airmen’s Home National Cemetery Memorial Day is a week away it seems only fitting to discuss one of the longest running and largest flag placing traditions in the world! This tradition,... Read more
Cinco de Mayo, translated from Spanish for “fifth of May,” is celebrated predominantly in the United States and regionally in Mexico, primarily in Puebla. It is a celebration of Mexican heritage and pride, as well as commemorating the victory over France in the Battle of Puebla. The Battle of Puebla... Read more