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By Kurt Waterstradt There is a day in world and American history that will forever “live in infamy.” A single event 83 years ago changed everything. Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, on the morning of December 7, 1941, plunged America into World War II. Every service member and veteran knows the story.
“Remember the Fallen; Honor those who serve; Teach the next generation the value of freedom.” Lofty…But they explain it best. “Morrill Worcester, owner of Worcester Wreath Company of Harrington, Maine, was a 12-year-old paper boy when he won a trip to Washington D.C. It was his first to our nation’s
On the morning of September 11, 2001, everyone bent over to put on their shoes. It was a simple task, but it was required to enter office buildings, airplanes, or workplaces, the same as today. Now imagine, as you bent over to put on your shoes this morning, hearing a
Julia Childs Famous for being a chef, author, and television personality, she is remembered most for bringing gourmet cooking to the domestic kitchen. However, feeling the need to serve her country in WW2, she tried to enter military service by enlisting in the Women’s Army Corps (WACs). She was rejected
The actions on D-Day, June 6, 1944, are some of the most incredible examples of human heroism in modern history. D-Day Remembrance Day 2024 will mark 80 years since the day of the invasion. The average age of American troops at Normandy was slightly less than 22. Today, their average
In celebration of the contributions of women in the United States armed forces, FireWatch takes a look at some fascinating statistics from the U.S. Department of Labor1 relating to our women warriors. They are rare and treasured To meet 1 woman veteran, you may have to meet 69 women. To
Every time I am near Ms. T, I can’t help but feel her energy. Her drive is never-ending for her many volunteer missions to honor her son, who was killed in action in 2011. For her, every day is Memorial Day. So, the last Monday in May isn’t much different
Over the years, the Legion has influenced considerable social change in America, has won hundreds of benefits for veterans, and has produced many important programs for children and youth. Accomplishments of the Legion include the creation of the U.S. Veterans Bureau, the forerunner of the Veterans Administration, the drafting of the first Flag Code in 1923, and the first drafting of the G.I. Bill of Rights.
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