Reminders from Our Flag
for Tuesday, April 30, 2019
[ CLICK HERE to learn who was the first American in space while performing this week's Pre-Pledge Tribute ]
for Tuesday, April 30, 2019
[ CLICK HERE to learn who was the first American in space while performing this week's Pre-Pledge Tribute ]
"The essence of America - that which really unites us - is not ethnicity, or nationality or religion - it is an idea - and what an idea it is: That you can come from humble circumstances and do great things."
- former Sec of State, Condoleezza Rice
- former Sec of State, Condoleezza Rice
Half-Staff Alerts for April 30
The US & State Flags across MARYLAND & INDIANA are at half-staff
The STATE FLAG in NEW MEXICO is half-staff
The US & State Flags across MARYLAND & INDIANA are at half-staff
The STATE FLAG in NEW MEXICO is half-staff
Today's Moment to Remember
... Happy Birthday, Louisiana!!! ...
... Happy Birthday, Louisiana!!! ...
[ State Flag for Louisiana ]
On this date, April 30, in 1812, the Territory of Orleans was granted statehood as Louisiana - the 18th State to join the Union. After looking at their State Flag now I know what their official nickname is the 'Pelican State.' Better known as the 'Creole State' and 'Bayou State,' Louisiana is the 25th most populated state and is ranked 31st in size (square miles). Also known as 'The Boot,' much of Louisiana's land was formed from sediment building up from the Mississippi Rivers flow. The State Capitol building in Baton Rouge is the tallest State Capitol building in the US.
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Today's Star-Spangled, Inspirational Veteran Story
... the 956-day Marine Recruit who finally graduated this past Friday ...
... the 956-day Marine Recruit who finally graduated this past Friday ...
[ Lt. Col. David Ickles presents Lance Cpl. Caleb Eudy with the Navy / Marine Corps Achievement Medal at Parris Island, SC ]
In 2016, Lance Corporal (LCpl / E-3) Caleb Eudy was diagnosed with cancer during his initial recruit training. So, he battled through his cancer treatment and completed his Marine recruit training nearly 3 years later. Read his amazing story of perseverance by CLICKING HERE to go to Marine Corps Times
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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