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Such will be a great lesson of peace; teaching men that what they cannot take by an election, neither can they take by a war; teaching all the folly of being the beginners of a war - Abraham Lincoln

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When I was in the White House, I was confronted with the challenge of the Cold War. Both the Soviet Union and I had 30,000 nuclear weapons that could destroy the entire earth and I had to maintain the peace. - Jimmy Carter

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Troops head in for D-Day assault.

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During times of war, hatred becomes quite respectable even though it has to masquerade often under the guise of patriotism. - Howard Thurman

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Join us in giving a SALUTE to the entire crew of the U.S. Space Shuttle Challenger. It was this day in American history (January 28, 1986) when Challenger exploded during flight, killing all 7 astronauts. Watch the fateful event here: ht... Read More

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Who remembers Johnny Carson's sidekick? Did you know he was a Marine Corps flight instructor for two years from 1943-45, and today would have been his 90th birthday (Mar/6/23 Jun/23/09). R.I.P.

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Unconditional war can no longer lead to unconditional victory. It can no longer serve to settle disputes... can no longer be of concern to great powers alone. - John F. Kennedy

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While Their Official Bday Isn’t Until 11/10, the US Marine Corps was established on July 11, 1798. Semper Fi.

While their official birthday isn't until November 10, the United States Marine Corps was established on July 11, 1798, when President John Adams signed "An Act for Establishing and Organizing a Marine Corps,". Semper Fi.

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To be prepared for war is one of the most effective means of preserving peace. - George Washington

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Bruce Springsteen's 'Born in the USA' was released on June 4, 1984. Still a classic, even today. Who's singing the song now? Watch the official video here: http://bit.ly/NF1lYa

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On May 1, 1941, General Mills began shipping a new cereal called "Cheerioats". It was later renamed "Cheerios." What's YOUR favorite cereal?

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War is a blessing compared with national degradation. - Andrew Jackson

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The seed of revolution is repression. - Woodrow Wilson

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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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In 'The King's Speech,' patriotism is utterly contained within a historical moment, the third of September, 1939, where the aggressor is clear, the fight is clear, it hasn't become complicated over time. - Tom Hooper

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The Wright brothers obtained their airplane patent 110 years ago today! Does anyone know which US state they were from?

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Did you know that we once had a 20 cent coin? Has anyone ever seen one? The U.S stopped minting them on May 2, 1878.

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This image is from the memorial service of Sgt. Joe L. Wrightsman in July. The rifle detail maintain their bearing as a departing helicopter shrouds the service in sand at Patrol Base Jaker, Afghanistan. Sgt. Wrightsman died supporting co... Read More

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We dare not forget that we are the heirs of that first revolution. - John F. Kennedy

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Who Can Name This Show? The Final Episode Aired On May 21, 1990? Find the answer here:

It was Newhart, with what many consider the best ending for a show ever. Watch the final scenes here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OwYw2i2icNg

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A heartfelt thanks for all that you do. <3 Happy Nurse's Week!

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In my Sunday School class there was a beautiful little girl with golden curls. I was smitten at once and still am. - Harry S. Truman

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The Beach Boys' greatest hits album "Endless Summer" was released on June 24, 1974. Who's a fan? "Everybody's gone surfin'. Surfin' U.S.A."

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The fundamental basis of this nation's laws was given to Moses on the Mount. The fundamental basis of our Bill of Rights comes from the teachings...of Isaiah and St. Paul. I don't think we emphasize that enough these days. - Harry S. Trum... Read More

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After an existence of nearly 20 years of almost innocuous desuetude, these laws are brought forth. - Grover Cleveland

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Click LIKE if you agree that Captain Sullenberger is an American hero! On January 15, 2009, he safely landed US Airways Flight 1549 into the Hudson river after hitting birds during take off. EVERYONE SURVIVED!! Like if you Love America to... Read More

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Aw, how sweet! Post WWI Valentine's Card .SHARE and TAG your Sweetheart!

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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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And the cornerstone of my economic policies, when I first got elected, was cutting taxes on everybody on who paid taxes. - George W. Bush

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In this temple As in the hearts of the people For whom he saved the union The memory of Abraham Lincoln Is enshrined forever The Lincoln Memorial was dedicated in Washington, DC. on May 30, 1922.

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Did you know that today is also "Submarine Day"? It commemorates the first submarine purchase by the United States. Let's send a big THANK YOU to those who serve on our U.S. subs!

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The spirit of the American Soldier: this beachhead is secure. Fellow Soldiers erected this.

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SOLD! United States purchased Florida from Spain on February 22, 1819 for $5 million. Population in FL at the time was only 35,000. Now 20 million! What's your favorite part of Florida?

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And what's interesting, and I don't think a lot of Americans understand this fact, is that, one, most new jobs are created by small businesses; two, most small businesses pay tax at the individual income tax, or many small businesses pay ... Read More

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We'll leave you tonight with some wise words from the two great American Presidents for whom President's Day was originally celebrated. All men are created free and equal - Abraham Lincoln The constitution is the guide which I ne... Read More

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We are not makers of history. We are made of history. - MLK, Jr. #BlackHistoryMonth

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What is a danger is that we stay stuck in a new normal where unemployment rates stay high, people who have jobs see their incomes go up, businesses make big profits. But they're learned to do more with less, and so they don't hire. - Bara... Read More

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We're gonna rock around the clock tonight, We're gonna rock, rock, rock, 'till broad daylight, We're gonna rock, we're gonna rock around the clock tonight. This classic hit #1 on July 9, 1955! Who's singing along now? :)

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There's no doubt that the Christian right has gone to bed with the more conservative elements of the republican. And there's been a melding in their goals when it comes to the separation of church and state. I've always believed in the se... Read More

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Negro assault troops await orders D-day to attack enemy shortly after they had come ashore at Saipan in the Marianas.

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The fact is that we would have had comprehensive health care now, had it not been for Ted Kennedy's deliberately blocking the legislation that I proposed in 1978 or '79. - Jimmy Carter

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Such will be a great lesson of peace; teaching men that what they cannot take by an election, neither can they take by a war; teaching all the folly of being the beginners of a war - Abraham Lincoln

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