The Army’s 246th Birthday

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What is it?

The U.S. Army was established June 14, 1775. This year marks 246 years of America’s Army serving and protecting the nation. The Army commemorates this birthday by: “Honoring the Courage of the American Soldier.” It highlights compelling stories of Soldiers from Active, Guard and Reserve components, as well as Army Families, Army Civilians, retirees and veteran Soldiers for Life. It also celebrates the courage of Army Soldiers to stand behind their oath to protect the American Way of life, a commitment that is part of the Army’s legacy

American Soldiers have a strong bond with the American flag, and June 14 is also Flag Day.

What are the current and past efforts of the Army?

The Since its establishment, U.S. Army Soldiers and civilians have shown selfless service in support of the nation bearing true faith and allegiance to the U.S. Constitution, the Army, their units and fellow team members.

No matter the challenges faced, the Army has always and will always be there when needed to support the nation. Defending the nation requires commitment to the Army values by all Army people, including treating everyone with respect, working and fighting as one team and always doing what’s right. The Army honors all its people for their long-standing legacy of service, generation after generation.

What continued efforts does the Army have planned?

The Army is evolving in response to increasingly dynamic global challenges by:

  • Placing people first, sustaining readiness by ensuring an inclusive culture and maximizing talent.
  • Leading development and fielding of advanced technology in support of the Joint Force.
  • Opening operational and strategic doors in the Indo-Pacific and Europe via training and developing stronger ally relationships.

Why is this important to the Army?

The Army is one of America’s first national institution. There is a deep and powerful bond between the Army, the flag and the nation. Army’s history of coming together to get a job done is part of the enduring fabric of America’s legacy.

Soldiers, Army Civilians, retirees and veteran Soldiers for Life embody the Army Values of loyalty, duty, respect, selfless service, honor, integrity and personal courage. The Army is proud of all its people for their long-standing courage to answer the call to service and make the communities better.

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Memorial Day 2021 Tribute

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At American Legion Post 2001, we strive for excellence in all areas. We come together as a safety net, supporting community activities and paying rent for veteran families who need financial assistance. We also remind our constituents, and audience, why we take so much pride taking care of our own.

Memorial Day is one of those holidays that makes us reflect on what it means to be an American. How many men and women sacrificed their lives to protect, strengthen, or uphold our way of existence? Approximately 1.2 million soldiers, troops, enlisted, and officers gave their lives during U.S. wars. That’s 1.2 million mothers, fathers, brothers, sisters, daughters, and sons. That’s 1.2 million people with hopes, ambitions, personalities, and ideologies so engrained in American culture that they wore a uniform, stood in the trenches, and bled the color of patriotism.

War Time U.S. Military Deaths

What makes Americans unique? Why should we honor those whose lights were extinguished on the battlefield? What are we fighting for? According to sociological data from the Pew Research Center, findings suggest that Americans differ from residents of other nations in our individualism and our belief in hard work to get ahead. Moreover, compared to other wealthy nations, Americans are also more religious and optimistic. Whether we agree with our blend of religious mantras or not, the result is freedom of speech and an ability to engage in sustainable worship.

The consumer sales, patriotic parades, long weekends and car shows are a part of our American heritage. We can celebrate the lives of those who paid the ultimate sacrifice.  However, let us not forget the brave men and women who died so that we could wave our flags during pool parties and holiday barbecues. Let us not forget that our way of life (good, bad, and ugly) is still a new democratic concept…a blossoming republic. If we do not honor our warriors and pay tribute to the way of life we created for ourselves, then what are we fighting for?

Stand with us and salute those 1,196,200+ Americans who became a part of our great heritage and history.

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