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Purple Heart Day Purple Heart Day is on August 7th, and it's a day to honor the men and women who have been wounded or killed while serving in the […]
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Korean Armistice Agreement 1953 korean-war-veterans-armistice-day The Korean Armistice Agreement, signed on July 27, 1953, was the culmination of many months of bickering between officials from the United States, North Korea, […]
American Flag Display FAQ Can a flag that has covered a casket be displayed after its original use? There are no provisions in the Flag Code to suggest otherwise. It […]
Honor a Hero from Home! Honor a Hero from Home! Dear Auxiliary Member, Delegates from across the country are headed to New Orleans for the 2024 ALA National Convention in […]
