The traditional fireworks celebration on the 4th of July began in Philadelphia on July 4, 1777, during the first organized celebration of Independence Day. Ships in the harbor fired their cannons in a 13-gun salute in honor of the 13 colonies. Today the Liberty Bell is tapped (not actually rung) 13 times in honor of the original American colonies.
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Today is the day to remember. Its also a day to remember the protection we have and the protection we need. How are you protecting the ones you love? What kind of plans do you have in place? Comment below!
Today, on Patriot Day, we remember the victims and honor the heroes on a day we will never forget.
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20 Dec 06:50: The Times: (Online article; may include a paywall for some, sorry): US 🇺🇸🇮🇷👺🤮 draws up plans to strike Houthi rebels after Red Sea attacks: Britain joins US-led task force as militants threaten global oil crisis and demand full ceasefire in Gaza: Richard Spencer, Tel Aviv | David Charter, Washington Tues Dec 19 2023, 11.50pm, The Times: The United States is drawing up plans to strike back at the Houthis in Yemen after the Iran-backed group launched a series of attacks on naval and commercial ships in the Red Sea. Pentagon officials have outlined options for a missile attack on Houthi positions after an increase in raids on shipping that has led western nations to scramble warships to the area. The US has moved the Dwight D Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group from the Persian Gulf into the Gulf of Aden, off the coast of Yemen, as part of an international maritime task force to support a potential counterstrike, an official told Politico. The US military has also provided options to commanders to bomb Houthi positions, the official added. A British destroyer, HMS Diamond, has arrived in the region to help protect commercial shipping and shot down a Houthi drone at the weekend:
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As a former Army medic, reflecting on September 11, 2001, brings back vivid memories of how deeply it shaped not only the military but also the nation as a whole. The attacks marked a turning point, sparking the War on Terror, leading to deployments that forever altered the trajectory of so many lives—military personnel, first responders, and civilians alike. For medics, the aftermath saw a heightened emphasis on combat readiness and trauma care, as we found ourselves deploying to areas where our skills were critical in saving lives under fire. The immediate response to 9/11 was a surge of patriotism and a sense of duty. Many, including myself, were motivated by the need to serve and protect. The warzones we entered in Iraq and Afghanistan had a distinct intensity, with the constant need to provide medical care in challenging and dangerous environments. It also redefined the scope of care, blending battlefield medicine with innovations in trauma care that have since improved survival rates for soldiers and civilians alike. The impact of 9/11 endures, not just in military strategy or geopolitics, but in the personal stories of those who served. For many of us, it was the catalyst for a career that tested our resilience, taught us the value of life, and left a lasting imprint on our view of sacrifice and service. #NeverForget #September11 #ArmyMedicReflections #ServiceAndSacrifice #CombatMedic #Patriotism #WarOnTerror
As we observe the 23rd anniversary of 9/11, we at the Gary Sinise Foundation remember the lives lost and the heroic actions of first responders and brave civilians. We will continue to honor the memory of those who served and sacrificed, ensuring their legacy lives on. Together, we vow to never forget the courage of those who defended our nation and the impact they left behind.
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Just a handful of the lies told by israeli genocidal Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during his speech at US Congress: ○ israel has taken more precautions to avoid harming civilians than ANY military in history, beyond what international law requires. ○ Hamas burnt babies on 7 October. ○ Hamas killed 1,200 israelis on 7 October. ○ Iran is funding anti-israel protests in the USA. ○ Anti-israel protests call for the genocide of Jews. ○ israel does not deliberately target civilians. ○ Practically no civilians were killed in Rafah. ○ Hamas is stealing all the humanitarian aid that enters Gaza. ○ Jerusalem is the eternal capital of israel.
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We stand and appreciate the courage and humanity of all pro-Palestine individuals across the globe 🍉 Defenders of The Humanity 🙏🏻
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PEACE... DON'T WE ALL HAVE THE RIGHTS FOR PEACE! How About It? Keep the military style guns in the hands of the military and police to protect and preserve our PEACE... Time to stop making it easy for mad / crazy people to become mass murderers ... If military style guns are eliminated from the market of regular citizens then we all stand a better chance of PEACE and make it more of a challenge for crazy people to injure or kill in mass shootings... Increasing the challenge will greatly increase the opportunity for law enforcement to prevent a mass murder situation... P.E.A.C.E.... Please. Eliminate. Assault. Carrying. Enemies.
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Chapter 3: TB-39-3, CASSIN YOUNG. You can't read about Cassin Young and the USS Vestal without learning more about another veteran of the Pearl Harbor attack - the USS San Francisco (CA-38).
The White Boats of Pearl Harbor: Unveiling the Heroic Stories Behind Their Names
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Memorial Day is a solemn tribute to the courageous men and women who sacrificed their lives while serving in the United States Armed Forces. Originally established to honor Civil War soldiers, this day has grown into a national remembrance for all who have died defending our freedoms and values. This Memorial Day comes at a time when our nation witnesses violent protests on college campuses. Amid these reflections, we also confront controversial expressions of freedom, such as the burning of an American flag. This act, while contentious, is protected under the First Amendment as a form of free speech. It prompts us to question and debate: Does burning an American flag entail a demonstration of freedom of speech? How do we balance respect for our national symbols with the right to individual expression? These events challenge us to confront hate and evil and question what American soldiers were sacrificing their lives for. As we commemorate this day, I invite everyone to reflect: What does Memorial Day mean to you? How do we honor and perpetuate the legacy of those who have sacrificed so much?
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Military leaders, if you want a class or LPD on the morality of killing in war, this presentation provides a conceptual framework that can ground the discussions. I'm also happy to Teams/Zoom in to respond to questions. https://lnkd.in/eNH7ZHvJ
A Moral Justification of Killing in War (Pete Kilner)
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