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In the long history of the world, only a few generations have been granted the role of defending freedom in its hour of maximum danger. I do not shrink from this responsibility - I welcome it. - John F. Kennedy

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The U.S. Air Force, Navy and War Department, which was the head of the U.S. Army, formed the U.S. Department of Defense on July 25, 1947. Did you know that the Department of Defense it the largest employer in the entire world? Any guess o... Read More

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Read my lips: no new taxes. - George H. W. Bush

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Teddy Roosevelt... once said, 'Speak softly and carry a big stick.' Jimmy Carter wants to speak loudly and carry a fly swatter. - Gerald R. Ford

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On February 16, 1968, the 9-1-1 emergency telephone system first went into service. There are now more than 240 million 9-1-1 calls made each year. THANK YOU to all the hard working 9-1-1 operators that work to save lives every day.

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The constitution vests the power of declaring war in Congress; therefore no offensive expedition of importance can be undertaken until after they shall have deliberated upon the subject and authorized such a measure. - George Washington

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On February 20, 1792, the U.S. Postal service was created when Washington signed the Postal Service Act. Benjamin Franklin was appointed the first Postmaster General and stamps were 6-12 cents, depending on the distance.

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Happy Birthday, Old Glory! #FlagDay commemorates the adoption of the US flag in 1977.

FlagDay commemorates the adoption of the U.S. flag (officially known as the Stars & Stripes) in 1777, when it had just 13 stripes & 13 stars, which were sewn in a circle. Happy Birthday, Old Glory!

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In one hour from now, at 8:46am EST, please pause to observe a moment of silence to honor the innocent victims that lost their lives on September 11th 2001. Please share and spread the word.

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On April 21, 1865, Lincoln' funeral train departed Washington D.C. with a crowd of more than 10,000 honoring his departure. The train retraced the route Lincoln traveled to Washington D.C. as the president-elect on his way to his first in... Read More

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Ho, ho, ho! Please remember our troops that can't be with their families this holiday season: http://bit.ly/1wviOu7

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Here's a fun patriotic printable for kids: Find your way through this American Flag Maze!

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Clipart - We must not forget * The Price of Freedom is Eternal Vigilance * First in Our Thoughts * Forever in our Hearts

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Could I have but a line a century hence crediting a contribution to the advance of peace, I would yield every honor which has been accorded by war. - Douglas MacArthur

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Who's a fan? NASCAR was incorporated on February 21, 1948 - "National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing".

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It's National Pancake Day!!! TODAY ONLY: Go to IHOP between 7am-10pm for a FREE short stack of pancakes! 100% of donations go to Children's Miracle Network Hospitals and other charities!! What are you waiting for? I said FREE pancakes!!

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Did you know...? On Nov 21, 1620 the Mayflower finally reached Provincetown, MA. This wasn't the final stop though. Who knows where the Pilgrims finally discharged on Dec 26, 1620?

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On May 5, 1961, astronaut Alan B. Shepard Jr. became America's first space traveler as he made a 15-minute suborbital flight in a capsule launched from Cape Canaveral, Fla. Here he's seen inspecting his spacecraft. Do you know where he la... Read More

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Clipart - Happy 4th of July Cats

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17 years ago today, the USA Women's Gymnastics team made history with their first Team Gold Medal ever at the Atlanta Olympics! Does anyone remember the name given to this team of 7?

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You can not divorce religious belief and public service. I've never detected any conflict between God's will and my political duty. If you violate one, you violate the other. - Jimmy Carter

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The Carter Center has the only existing international taskforce on disease eradication. Which means a total elimination of a disease on the face of the Earth. In the history of the world, there's only been one disease eradicated: smallpox... Read More

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On June 19, 1964, the Civil Rights Act of 1964 was finally approved after surviving an 83-day filibuster in the United States Senate.

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I think what's going on in Guantanamo Bay and other places is a disgrace to the U.S.A. I wouldn't say it's the cause of terrorism, but it has given impetus and excuses to potential terrorists to lash out at our country and justify their d... Read More

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Clipart - Angel wings surround the Twin Towers

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Meet 96 year old Army Master Sergeant Nicolas Oresko and 24 year old Marine Sergeant Dakota Meyer, the oldest and youngest Medal of Honor recipients!

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Happy 94th Birthday to a great American, John Glenn. #JohnGlenn

Happy 94th Birthday to a great American, John Glenn. He is a retired United States Marine Corps pilot, astronaut, and United States senator. He was the first American to orbit the Earth and the fifth person in space, and has received a Co... Read More

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American bank robbers Bonnie and Clyde were ambushed by police and killed in Black Lake, Louisiana on May 23, 1934. Can you name the stars that portrayed them in the hit 1967 movie?

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We've persevered because of a belief we share with the Iraqi people - a belief that out of the ashes of war, a new beginning could be born in this cradle of civilization. Through this remarkable chapter in the history of the United States... Read More

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The chief duty of government is to keep the peace and stand out of the sunshine of the people. - James A. Garfield

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Did you know...? On Oct. 15, 1860, 11 yr old Grace Bedell of Westfield, N.Y., wrote a letter to then presidential candidate Abraham Lincoln, suggesting he could improve his appearance by growing a beard. The results...

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On May 4, 1970, Ohio National Guardsmen opened fire on anti-war protesters at Kent State University, killing four students and wounding nine others.

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Liberty has never come from the government. Liberty has always come from the subjects of it. The history of liberty is a history of resistance. - Woodrow Wilson

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Today marks the 10 year anniversary since The U.S. Department of Homeland Security began operations, on January 14th 2003. The attached Advisory System Alert Chart was phased out in 2011 for a new 2 level alert system but hopefully we n... Read More

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The fallen in Chattanooga. Thank you for your service to our country. May you RIP. #ChattanoogaStrong

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Advertising ministers to the spiritual side of trade. It is great power that has been entrusted to your keeping which charges you with the high responsibility of inspiring and ennobling the commercial world. It is all part of the greater ... Read More

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It's opening week of the MLB! Fill in the Blank: My favorite team is ___________!

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Clipart - Happy Independence Day wordart

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Prohibition took effect Jan. 16, 1920. #Prohibition #USHistory #OnThisDay Check out these historical pics:

The 18th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, prohibiting the manufacture, sale, or transportation of intoxicating liquors for beverage purposes, is ratified on this day in 1919 and becomes the law of the land. Americans were concerne... Read More

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George Washington - It was this day (Feb 4) in 1789 that 69 members of U.S. Congress cast their ballots to unanimously elect him as the very first President of the United States. We owe so much to this great man!

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On Aug. 8, 1974, President Richard Nixon announced he would resign following damaging revelations in the Watergate scandal.

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In the long history of the world, only a few generations have been granted the role of defending freedom in its hour of maximum danger. I do not shrink from this responsibility - I welcome it. - John F. Kennedy

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