As we raise Old Glory on Flag Day on June 14th, let us also celebrate the United States Army, who has had millions of soldiers choose to serve to protect the freedom of our great nation.

June 12th is not considered a separate day for women veterans but rather serves as a tribute and recognition for all women have brought to the Armed Forces since the Revolutionary War. 

Flag Day is an important day for all Americans to show their pride in our country by displaying the flag from their homes or businesses. This day serves as a day of unity for all Americans, regardless of political affiliation, race, or creed.  Our flag, consisting of 13 red and white alternating stripes and 50 stars, reminds us of our history, living nation, and serves as a symbol of hope for the future of the United States of America.

On D-Day, Allied forces consisted primarily of American, British and Canadian troops but also included Australian, Belgian, Czech, Dutch, French, Greek, New Zealander, Norwegian, Rhodesian and Polish naval, air or ground support. The troops landed at five beaches around Normandy, France, code-named Utah, Omaha, Gold, Juno, and Sword. The main body consisted of 156,115 U.S., British and Canadian troops, 6,939 ships and landing vessels, and 2,395 aircraft and 867 gliders that delivered airborne troops. It was the largest naval, air, and land military operation in history.

Inhabitants from the Caribbean have shaped our culture in arts, sports, business, journalism, government, and the military.  Caribbeans from the U.S. Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico are U.S. citizens; many have joined our military throughout the years, as have immigrants from other Caribbean countries.