national days
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Boston Tea Party
On Dec. 16, 1773, "radicals" from Boston threw 342 chests of tea into Boston Harbor.
Happy Thanksgiving
We will not publish Thursday or Friday as we take time to give thanks with our families.
Veterans Day 2014
Today we honor those who have for generations honored their oath to "support and defend" the Liberty enshrined in our Constitution.
U.S. Marine Corps Birthday
The Continental Marines were established this day in 1775: To all our Naval Infantry brethren, Semper Fi!
Constitution Day 2014
Today marks the 227th anniversary of the signing of our Constitution.
What Does D-Day Mean to Us Now?
Today is the 70th anniversary of D-Day, the American-led Allied invasion of Nazi Germany's "Fortress Europe."
Washington's Birthday
In some circles, today is observed as "Presidents' Day," but it is still officially recognized as the anniversary of "Washington's Birthday."
Stonewall Jackson
Today we mark the birth anniversary of Thomas J. "Stonewall" Jackson (1824-1863).
Robert E. Lee
Today we take a moment to remember the birth anniversary of Robert E. Lee (1807-1870).
Merry Christmas!
As is our custom, we take leave between Christmas and New Year's to be with our families. Our next edition will be on Jan. 3, 2014. A Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Veterans Day 2013
Today we honor those who have for generations honored their oath to "support and defend" the Liberty enshrined in our Constitution.
U.S. Marine Corps Birthday
The Continental Marines were established this day in 1775: To all our Naval Infantry brethren, Semper Fi!