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Announcements and Updates / Famous Air Force Veterans / Famous Veterans

From Air Force Medic to Radio Legend: The Military Story of Art Bell

Born into a military family and serving as a United States Air Force medic during the Vietnam War era, Art Bell went on to become one of the most influential voices in radio history and the creator of Coast to Coast AM. We’d like to share with you the interesting story of another remarkable American featured on FamousVeterans.com—individuals who first… Read more
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Announcements and Updates / Veteran Owned Business Directory

America Continues to Support Veteran Owned Businesses in Record Numbers

🇺🇸 The May 2026 numbers are in — and the Veteran Owned Business Marketplace continues to grow stronger than ever! For more than 17 years, the Veteran Owned Business Directory has been connecting consumers, corporations, government agencies, nonprofits, and fellow veterans with veteran-owned businesses across the United States, Guam, Puerto Rico, and beyond. 📊 MAY 2026 MARKETPLACE HIGHLIGHTS • 3,076,000+… Read more
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Announcements and Updates / Military History

U.S. Flag Day 2026 | The History of America’s Stars and Stripes | June 14, 1777

Today we celebrate U.S. Flag Day and honor the adoption of the American flag by the Continental Congress on June 14, 1777. For nearly 250 years, the Stars and Stripes have served as a powerful symbol of freedom, unity, sacrifice, and the enduring spirit of the United States of America. Did you know? 🇺🇸 The Continental Congress officially approved the… Read more
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Announcements and Updates / Army History / Military History

Happy 251st Birthday, United States Army! Honoring 251 Years of Service and Sacrifice

Today we proudly celebrate the 251st Birthday of the United States Army! Founded on June 14, 1775, more than a year before the Declaration of Independence was signed, the United States Army has stood as a symbol of courage, duty, and sacrifice for over two and a half centuries. From the Revolutionary War to today’s global missions, generations of American… Read more
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Announcements and Updates / Events / Military History

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