Honoring Those Who Serve: Armed Forces Day

By wp_vls_admin | May 5, 2026 |

Each year the United States observes Armed Forces Day on the third Saturday of May, a day set aside to recognize and thank the men and women who are currently serving in the nation’s military. It is a moment to pause, reflect and express appreciation for the individuals who protect the country at home and…

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Honoring Memorial Day: A Tribute to Sacrifice and Service

By wp_vls_admin | May 5, 2026 |

Memorial Day traces its roots to the years after the Civil War, when communities began holding springtime tributes to decorate the graves of fallen soldiers – an observance often called “Decoration Day.” In 1868, Gen. John A. Logan of the Grand Army of the Republic urged Americans to set aside May 30 for this purpose,…

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A Salute to the U.S. Navy

By wp_vls_admin | October 31, 2025 |

About 30 angry colonists set out in a whaling sloop called Success May 13-14, 1775, to retrieve a pair of merchant vessels captured by HMS Falcon in Buzzards Bay off the coast of Fairhaven Massachusetts.  The sloop was aptly named.  Outnumbered almost 4 to 1, the colonists, under no military command, retrieved the ships, killed…

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HALLOWED GROUND

By wp_vls_admin | September 18, 2025 |

Pea Ridge, Arkansas Battlefield Following Patriot Day, September 11, America will remember and recognize another group who dedicated their lives to this country – our veterans.  On November 11, Veteran’s Day, we will pay tribute and thank those who have repeatedly defended our freedom.  How does this nation honor its fallen veterans? President Abraham Lincoln…

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