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The History of Memorial Day

The History of Memorial Day

By Christine Benedict, NFRW Armed Services Committee

Memorial Day traditionally marks the start of summer in the United States. But how much do you know about this holiday? Do you know its meaning? Its history? How about its traditions?

Friday, May 27, 2022/Author: NFRW Communications/Number of views (639)/Comments (3)/
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Armed Forces Day is May 21st

Armed Forces Day is May 21st

By Christine Benedict, NFRW Armed Services Committee

Armed Forces Day is the proper day to honor all of the men and women currently serving as well as those who have served and sacrificed to defend our freedom.  It recognizes the men and women serving in the Active, Reserve, and National Guard components of the Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force, Coast Guard and Space Force. 

Saturday, May 21, 2022/Author: Cecilia Tyler/Number of views (716)/Comments (0)/
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Asian Pacific Islander American Heritage Month

Asian Pacific Islander American Heritage Month

From the NFRW Armed Services Committee

Asian American and Pacific Islanders have been serving honorably in the United States Military since the War of 1812.  

Monday, May 16, 2022/Author: Cecilia Tyler/Number of views (580)/Comments (0)/
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Children of Fallen Patriots Day is May 13th

Children of Fallen Patriots Day is May 13th

By CAPT (ret) Mary Smart (HI), NFRW Armed Services Committee

Children whose military parent died in combat suffer a great deprivation that most youths will never have to experience. The best way to acknowledge those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation is to invest in their children’s future.  

Friday, May 13, 2022/Author: Cecilia Tyler/Number of views (758)/Comments (0)/
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Jewish American Heritage Month

Jewish American Heritage Month

From the NFRW Armed Services Committee

In April 2006, President George W. Bush proclaimed May would be considered Jewish American Heritage Month, after resolutions passed unanimously by both the House of Representatives and the Senate.  Jewish Americans have served in our military from the beginning.  

Tuesday, May 10, 2022/Author: Cecilia Tyler/Number of views (694)/Comments (0)/
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