Each year on February 19, the United States recognizes the birthday of the Coast Guard Reserve, honoring the men and women who serve as part-time military members supporting maritime safety, security, and national defense. The Coast Guard Reserve was officially established on February 19, 1941, as global tensions increased in the months leading up to American involvement in World War II.Created to strengthen the nation’s coastal defense and maritime readiness, the Reserve allowed civilian volunteers...

Each year on February 1, the United States observes National Freedom Day, a day dedicated to celebrating freedom and honoring the historic steps taken to end slavery in America. The date marks the anniversary of February 1, 1865, when President Abraham Lincoln signed the joint resolution of Congress proposing the 13th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution.Although the amendment would not be fully ratified until December 1865, Lincoln’s signature represented a crucial turning point in the nation’s long...

On January 17, 1991, the United States and its coalition partners launched Operation Desert Storm, the combat phase of the Persian Gulf War, marking one of the most significant military campaigns of the late 20th century. The operation began with a massive aerial bombardment of Iraqi military targets, signaling the start of a decisive effort to expel Iraqi forces from Kuwait.The conflict originated in August 1990, when Iraqi leader Saddam Hussein ordered the invasion of Kuwait, claiming territorial...

Every year on the third Monday in January, the United States observes Martin Luther King Jr. Day, a federal holiday celebrating the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., one of the nation’s most influential civil rights leaders. The holiday coincides with King’s birthday on January 15 and serves as a day to honor his enduring work toward equality, justice, and nonviolent social change.Dr. King rose to national prominence during the 1950s and 1960s as a leader of the civil rights movement,...

On December 20, 1989, the United States launched a large-scale military operation in Panama, marking one of the final major U.S. military actions of the Cold War era. Known as Operation Just Cause, the invasion aimed to remove Panamanian leader Manuel Noriega, secure the Panama Canal, and protect American citizens living in the country.At the time, Noriega, once an ally of the United States, had become increasingly hostile and was accused of drug trafficking, election interference, and human rights...

Each year on December 13, the United States marks the birthday of the National Guard, honoring the nation’s oldest military organization and its long-standing tradition of citizen-soldiers. The National Guard traces its origins to December 13, 1636, when the Massachusetts Bay Colony organized local militia regiments to defend settlements in the New World.These early militias laid the foundation for what would become the modern National Guard, a force uniquely positioned to serve both state and federal...

Wrong, oh so wrong. I sincerely hope a @CPL P.MacTavish will show up and comment next

Sorry Major, been lurking and waiting for the game to pick up again.I would like to see a SPC Erickson coming in next :)

Each year on December 7, the United States observes National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, honoring the lives lost during the surprise military strike that brought the nation into World War II. On the morning of December 7, 1941, forces of the Empire of Japan launched a sudden attack on the U.S. Pacific Fleet stationed at Pearl Harbor, shattering peace in the Pacific and altering the course of global history.The assault began just before 8:00 a.m., targeting naval vessels, airfields, and military...