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RED Friday: Remember Everyone Deployed – July 31st

Every Friday, thousands of Americans wear red to honor the brave men and women of the United States Armed Forces who are currently deployed around the world. RED Friday stands for Remember Everyone Deployed and serves as a simple yet meaningful reminder that, while many of us enjoy the freedoms of home, countless service members remain far from their families,… Read more
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Announcements and Updates / Famous Air Force Veterans / Famous Army Veterans / Famous Veterans

Happy Heavenly Birthday to WWII Veteran & H&R Block Co-Founder Henry W. Bloch

Today we remember and honor Henry W. Bloch (July 30, 1922 – April 23, 2019), a World War II veteran, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and co-founder of H&R Block. Before helping build one of America’s most recognized tax preparation companies, Bloch answered his nation’s call to serve during World War II. As a First Lieutenant in the U.S. Army Air Corps, he… Read more
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Announcements and Updates / RED Friday

Wear Red Every Friday, But Honor America’s Heroes Every Day 🇺🇸 | RED Friday

Every Friday, Americans are encouraged to wear something RED as a simple but powerful way to Remember Everyone Deployed. While many of our nation’s heroes are serving far from home, RED Friday reminds us that freedom is defended every day by the brave men and women of the United States Armed Forces. Whether serving in the Army, Navy, Marine Corps,… Read more
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Announcements and Updates / Famous Army Veterans / Famous Veterans

From Feeding Soldiers to Serving Millions: Dave Thomas’ American Story

Before he became the founder of Wendy’s and one of America’s most respected entrepreneurs, Dave Thomas proudly served his country in the U.S. Army. Born July 2, 1932, Dave Thomas served as an Army Mess Sergeant, where he was responsible for preparing and overseeing the daily meals of approximately 2,000 soldiers. His military service taught him the value of leadership,… Read more