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Stratford Crier Highlights Veterans Day History and Local Museum's Role

Stratford Crier Highlights Veterans Day History and Local Museum's Role

The Stratford Crier has published an article detailing the history of Veterans Day, tracing its origins from Armistice Day, which commemorated the end of World War I on November 11, 1918. President Woodrow Wilson first proclaimed November 11th as Armistice Day in 1919. Following America's involvement in World War II and the Korean War, the name was officially changed to Veterans Day on June 1, 1954, to honor all who have served in the U.S. armed forces. The article also encourages readers to visit the Veterans Museum in Boothe Memorial Park, located at 5952 Main Street, Stratford. The museum aims to educate schoolchildren about Stratford's military history and welcomes veterans and their families to share their stories and donate or loan service-related items.

On This Day in 1954: Marine Corps War Memorial Is Dedicated

On This Day in 1954: Marine Corps War Memorial Is Dedicated

This powerful sculpture captures the raw emotion and collective effort of six Marines, transforming a fleeting moment of wartime into an enduring s...

RTX Corporation Rebrands and Focuses on Aerospace and Defense, Headquartered in Arlington, Virginia

RTX Corporation Rebrands and Focuses on Aerospace and Defense, Headquartered in Arlington, Virginia

RTX Corporation Rebrands and Focuses on Aerospace and Defense, Headquartered in Arlington, Virginia

Cracker Barrel Launches 'Rockers Across America' to Honor Veterans with Custom Art Installations

Cracker Barrel Launches 'Rockers Across America' to Honor Veterans with Custom Art Installations

Cracker Barrel Launches 'Rockers Across America' to Honor Veterans with Custom Art Installations

Library of Congress Highlights Veterans' Oral Histories for Deeper Understanding of Military Service

Library of Congress Highlights Veterans' Oral Histories for Deeper Understanding of Military Service

The Library of Congress is emphasizing the importance of its Veterans History Project (VHP), which houses over 120,000 collections, primarily oral histories, to provide a nuanced understanding of U.S. military service. Alyssa Brown, a 2026 Junior Fellow, explored the VHP's offerings, including the oral histories of Rear Admiral Frances Buckley and Rae Mary Leff, both from the Navy Nurse Corps during the Vietnam War, and Francis Elmer Hayes, who served in the Korean War. These oral histories offer personal insights into daily life, motivations for enlisting, experiences with stress, and logistical challenges like food and supplies, moving beyond traditional historical narratives focused solely on heroic actions or major battles. The project also collects stories from Gold Star family members.

Nevada State Veterans Memorial Prepares for Veterans Day Debut at New Las Vegas Location

Nevada State Veterans Memorial Prepares for Veterans Day Debut at New Las Vegas Location

The Nevada State Veterans Memorial is set to open at its new location within the Thunderbird Family Sports Complex in far northwest Las Vegas, with a dedication ceremony scheduled for Veterans Day. The memorial features 18 towering bronze statues, each 7.5 feet tall, representing soldiers from various U.S. military conflicts dating back to the Revolutionary War. These statues, crafted by sculptor Douwe Blumberg in 2011, have existed for over a decade but are now in a new, permanent home. The new site includes an open-air promenade, an amphitheater, shade, and landscaping, designed to honor over 200,000 veterans residing in Nevada and those visiting from out of state. The move became necessary after the memorial's previous location at the Sawyer Building government complex was slated for demolition to make way for a housing project. The project is a collaborative effort between the city of Las Vegas, the Nevada Department of Veterans Services, and the Mayor’s Fund for Las Vegas LIFE.

Mosaic Templars Cultural Center Opens 'A Soldier’s Story' Exhibit Honoring Black Servicemen and Women

Mosaic Templars Cultural Center Opens 'A Soldier’s Story' Exhibit Honoring Black Servicemen and Women

The Mosaic Templars Cultural Center in Downtown Little Rock is opening a new exhibit titled 'A Soldier’s Story' on Veterans Day. This exhibit is dedicated to honoring Black servicemen and women throughout U.S. history, exploring their experiences fighting for both equality at home and freedom abroad. Museum Executive Director Key Fletcher notes that the exhibit begins with the Civil War, showcasing how Black soldiers fought for a nation that had not yet granted them full personhood. The exhibit continues through various conflicts, including World War I and II, highlighting the contributions of units like the Harlem Hellfighters, who were renowned for their battlefield tenacity despite facing discrimination and unequal treatment upon their return to the U.S. The exhibit is community-sourced, featuring artifacts lent by families of Arkansas veterans, including a bowl carried by Sgt. Ulysses Grant Baugh, Sr., during his imprisonment in a Korean POW camp.

Is Veterans Day a federal holiday? What to know about Nov. 11

Is Veterans Day a federal holiday? What to know about Nov. 11

Veterans Day is on Wednesday, Nov. 11. Here is what federal workers across the United States should know.

Village of Homer to Host Veterans Day Ceremony at Durkee Park

Village of Homer to Host Veterans Day Ceremony at Durkee Park

The Village of Homer is inviting the public to attend its annual Veterans Day ceremony, scheduled for Wednesday, November 11, at Durkee Park. The event will commence at 11 a.m. near the park's entrance on North Main Street. Members of the Homer Police and Fire Departments, alongside local officials, will gather to honor current and former members of both departments who have served in the military, as well as all other veterans. Veterans Day is observed annually on November 11 to commemorate the armistice signed on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918, which effectively ended World War I. Initially recognized as Armistice Day, it became a federal holiday in the United States in 1938. Following World War II and the Korean War, the holiday was renamed Veterans Day to extend its recognition to all American veterans who have served the nation. The ceremony will feature a list of veterans from the Homer Police and Fire Departments, including individuals who served in various branches and conf...

Captain John Rose, First Mayor of Leesburg, Virginia, Honored for Revolutionary War Service

Captain John Rose, First Mayor of Leesburg, Virginia, Honored for Revolutionary War Service

Captain John Rose, born in 1761 in Loudoun County, Virginia, served as the first mayor of Leesburg and played a significant role in his community. He worked as a sea captain, transporting goods such as tobacco internationally. In 1780, during a routine voyage, Rose was captured and held as a British prisoner of war until approximately 1783, when hostilities ceased. After his release, he returned to Leesburg, married Anna Beall in 1792, and had several children. Upon the incorporation of Leesburg, he was elected as its inaugural mayor. His life and contributions are highlighted as part of the 'Revolutionary Stories: Historic Cemetery Sites' initiative by the Loudoun Museum, which aims to broaden the narrative of the Revolutionary War by focusing on the contributions of ordinary people from Loudoun County.

Detroit nonprofit uses dog tags to tell others of service by women military veterans

Detroit nonprofit uses dog tags to tell others of service by women military veterans

Alexis Derriso enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1980 as a 19-year-old, following her father and brother who both had served in the U.S. military

Nestlé USA Launches 2027 Procurement Development Program to Cultivate Future Talent

Nestlé USA Launches 2027 Procurement Development Program to Cultivate Future Talent

Nestlé USA Launches 2027 Procurement Development Program to Cultivate Future Talent