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Father's Day 2018

We salute all dads today, especially those deployed away from their loved ones!

While you’re out enjoying time with your father, please take a moment to remember all those military families who are unable to spend today with their dads because of deployment! (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); We’d appreciate it if you would please take a second and subscribe to the Veteran Owned Business “newish” YouTube channel. We’ve been adding many important… Read more

June 14th – National Flag Day!

On June 14, 1777, the Continental Congress approved the design of a national flag. Since 1916, when President Woodrow Wilson issued a presidential proclamation establishing a National Flag Day on June 14, Americans have commemorated the adoption of the Stars and Stripes by celebrating June 14 as Flag Day. Prior to 1916, many localities and a few states had been… Read more
Army Birthday 2022

Happy 250th Birthday U.S. Army!

U.S. Army Birthday View a list of businesses owned by past and present Army personnel View a list of famous quotes about the United States Army View a detailed history of the United States Army including a list of conflicts Click here to see a full list of military holidays, birthdays, anniversaries and observances! Two hundred fifty years ago, our… Read more
American Flags throught the generations

Americans Celebrate Flag Day; Read A Detailed History of National Flag Week and Flag Day

On June 14, 1777, the Continental Congress approved the design of a national flag. Since 1916, when President Woodrow Wilson issued a presidential proclamation establishing a national Flag Day on June 14, Americans have commemorated the adoption of the Stars and Stripes by celebrating June 14 as Flag Day. Prior to 1916, many localities and a few states had been celebrating the day for years. Congressional… Read more
United States Flag

United States Flag Etiquette and FAQs

“Does the flag have to be destroyed if it touches the ground?” “Is it permissible to wear an item of clothing that looks like the United States flag?” “What are the exact shades of the colors blue and red?” “When is the United States flag to be displayed?” “What is considered proper illumination when flying the flag at night?” Our… Read more

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Red Friday Army

RED Friday (Day Before Flag Day and Army’s 250th Birthday)

Wearing RED this very patriotic (tomorrow is #FlagDay and 250th Birthday of the #Army) #REDFriday – #RememberEveryoneDeployed – always in our thoughts and prayers! Be safe! We’d appreciate it if you would please take a second and subscribe to the Veteran Owned Business “newish” YouTube channel. We’ve been adding many important videos including ones that explain your benefits, upcoming patriotic… Read more