Reminders from Our Flag
for Saturday, July 28, 2018
... a Saturday Replay of ...
... this past Medal of Honor Monday ...
Today's Star-Spangled Inspiration
... is a quote from the Medal of Honor "Quotes" book by the Center for American Values ...
"Honor those who have served our country, especially those who made the ultimate sacrifice. Educate future generations about the price paid for the freedom we enjoy in America the beautiful."
-Freeman V. Horner, US Army, World War II Medal of Honor recipient
[ This quote reinforces the importance of what Flag Steward and its Pre-Pledge Tribute program for schools and scouts is on a mission to do. ]
for Saturday, July 28, 2018
... a Saturday Replay of ...
... this past Medal of Honor Monday ...
Today's Star-Spangled Inspiration
... is a quote from the Medal of Honor "Quotes" book by the Center for American Values ...
"Honor those who have served our country, especially those who made the ultimate sacrifice. Educate future generations about the price paid for the freedom we enjoy in America the beautiful."
-Freeman V. Horner, US Army, World War II Medal of Honor recipient
[ This quote reinforces the importance of what Flag Steward and its Pre-Pledge Tribute program for schools and scouts is on a mission to do. ]
Today's Flag Status
Our Flag flies at full staff across the USA, except in CT, WI, & MD (Connecticut, Wisconsin, & Maryland)
Our Flag flies at full staff across the USA, except in CT, WI, & MD (Connecticut, Wisconsin, & Maryland)
In Connecticut, the US and State Flags are at half-staff to honor U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. James Tyler Grotjan of Waterford, who died from injuries sustained while stationed overseas at Al Dhafra Air Base in the United Arab Emirates and is having a funeral service today.
In Wisconsin, their Flags fly at half-staff to honor Officer Michael Michalski of the Milwaukee Police Department who was killed in the line of duty. They will remain so until the day of his interment (burial).
In Maryland, the United States Flag and Maryland State Flag be lowered to half-staff and returned to full-staff at sunset on Saturday, July 28 in honor of Firefighter Nathan Flynn of the Howard County Department of Fire and Rescue Services, who died in the line of duty on Monday, July 23, 2018.
[ GO HERE to read more about the Maryland fallen fighter incident
CLICK HERE to read CT Governor's proclamation for SSG Grotjan
GO HERE to learn about Officer Michalski's line of duty death - courtesy of ODMP.org ]
In Wisconsin, their Flags fly at half-staff to honor Officer Michael Michalski of the Milwaukee Police Department who was killed in the line of duty. They will remain so until the day of his interment (burial).
In Maryland, the United States Flag and Maryland State Flag be lowered to half-staff and returned to full-staff at sunset on Saturday, July 28 in honor of Firefighter Nathan Flynn of the Howard County Department of Fire and Rescue Services, who died in the line of duty on Monday, July 23, 2018.
[ GO HERE to read more about the Maryland fallen fighter incident
CLICK HERE to read CT Governor's proclamation for SSG Grotjan
GO HERE to learn about Officer Michalski's line of duty death - courtesy of ODMP.org ]
Today's Medal of Honor to Remember
< We are the Home of the Free because of the Brave >
< We are the Home of the Free because of the Brave >
U.S. Army Sergeant Ray Eubanks, a Medal of Honor recipient [U.S. Army image]
U.S. Army Sergeant Ray Eubanks of the Parachute Infantry displayed extraordinary heroism while battling Japanese in Dutch New Guinea on July 23, 1944.
Sgt. Eubanks was ordered to help an army platoon pinned down by the enemy. Sgt. Eubanks led his squad to within 30 yards of the enemy when heavy fire stopped them. So, Sgt. Eubanks moved forward on his own under cover fire from his squad to within 15 yards of the enemy. He opened fire on the enemy, but he and his rifle were struck by bullets. He then charged the enemy, with a rifle that could only be used as a club, and killed 4 of the enemy before he was hit by more gunfire and killed. Sgt. Eubanks’ heroic action, courage, and example in leadership so inspired his men that they were able to defeat the enemy and free the pinned down platoon.
For risking his life above and beyond the call of duty, Sergeant Eubanks received the Medal of Honor posthumously.
[ To read Sgt. Eubanks' full Medal of Honor citation, GO HERE. ]
[ Parents of Sergeant Ray Eubanks receiving his Medal of Honor ]
Slice of Americana:
Who's the only American recognized as a Tour de France champion?
... think about it ... recognized??? ...
Who's the only American recognized as a Tour de France champion?
... think about it ... recognized??? ...
[ Image credit: Chris Timm on wikipedia ]
USA's Greg LeMond, as designated by the yellow shirt, leading the 1990 Tour de France. He's the only American to have ever won the Tour de France - winning it 3 times (1986, 1989, 1990). The 3rd win was on this date, July 22 in 1990. ... In case you're wondering, Lance Armstrong was stripped of his 7 titles for doping (using performance-enhancing drugs).
Thanks for reviewing today's 'Reminders for Our Flag'
- a service from the Flag Steward program
Now go 'Be a stud citizen' today by ...
... picking up and disposing of 2 pieces of trash that will help
keep America beautiful !!!
- a service from the Flag Steward program
Now go 'Be a stud citizen' today by ...
... picking up and disposing of 2 pieces of trash that will help
keep America beautiful !!!
In God We Trust
(Official motto of the United States of America)
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