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(Press Release Courtesy Army & Air Force Exchange Service Public Affairs) I scream, you scream, we all scream—for military kids. On April 13, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service is celebrating Purple Up Day, a worldwide recognition of the strength and sacrifice of military children, by offering free treats to any child wearing purple at participating Exchange restaurants. “Military children display an inspirational spirit in the face of adversity and sacrifice,” said Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Luis Reyes, Exchange senior enlisted advisor. “The Exchange is honored to salute the service of o... read more

(Image courtesy of Wikipedia) The Medal of Honor is the United States of America's highest and most prestigious personal military decoration that may be awarded to recognize U.S. military service members who distinguished themselves by acts of valor. The medal is normally awarded by the President of the United States in the name of the U.S. Congress. Because the medal is presented "in the name of Congress", it is often referred to informally as the "Congressional Medal of Honor". However, the official name of the current award is "Medal of Honor", as it began with the U.S. Army's version. Wit... read more

Register to Attend The Heroes at Home Luncheon Event Heroes at Homeis a very highly regarded, regional recognition program that honors military spouses from all ranks and all branches for their strength, sacrifices, volunteerism and support for the military community. A judging panel consisting of members of the business community, as well as members of the Armed Services, will review the nominations and select the finalists, one of whom will be named the Military Spouse of the Year. ALL NOMINEES will be honored at the luncheon and awards ceremony. The finalists and SPOUSE OF THE YEAR will be... read more

NATIONAL K9 VETERANS DAY March 13th recognizes National K9 Veterans Day. A lot of things changed after the bombing of Pearl Harbor in 1941. Oil, leather and rubber were rationed. Men were drafted. Women rolled up their sleeves and built war supplies. And dogs were called to duty. During the first world war, the United States took notice of the European use of canines as sentries, message carriers and several other functions. Dogs for Defense was a program initiated by a private citizen by the name of Mrs. Alene Erlanger. Along with the American Kennel Club and a handful of breeders, the group... read more

Photo courtesy of the National Guard Bureau National Guard Birth Date #382Guard History via Official National Guard Website We recognize December 13th as the birthday of the National Guard. On this date in 1636, the first militia regiments in North America were organized in Massachusetts. Based upon an order of the Massachusetts Bay Colony's General Court, the colony's militia was organized into three permanent regiments to better defend the colony. Today, the descendants of these first regiments - the 181st Infantry , the 182nd Infantry , the 101st Field Artillery , and the 101st Engineer Ba... read more