The Knights of Columbus’ request to hold the annual mass had originally been denied. The National Park Service (NPS) reversed course and permitted the Knights of Columbus to…
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President Issues Memorial Day Proclamation
He calls for a corporate time of prayer and reflection as well as a National Moment of Remembrance. President Joseph R. Biden, Jr., issued the following proclamation for…
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Defense Secretary Delivers Keynote at Naval Academy Commencement
Approximately 1,000 midshipmen will receive commissions into the U.S. Navy or Marine Corps. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin, who is a retired four-star Army general and former commander…
Read MoreVA Begins “Carry the Load” March Across 48 States
214,000 volunteers team up for the 4 week march between VA cemeteries. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) began its nationwide “Carry the Load“ march on May 2,…
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Presidential Proclamation On Patriot Day
National Day of Service and Remembrance commemorates the September 11 attacks. Official Proclamation from President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Today we remember all the heroes who were forged in…
Read MoreNCA Expands Online Veteran Memorialization
Agency adds information from 27 cemeteries to an interactive database. The National Cemetery Administration (NCA) announced that they have greatly expanded their online database of veteran memorialization, adding…
Read MorePresident Issues Proclamation for Memorial Day
He offers a prayer for peace. President Joseph R. Biden, Jr., issued the following proclamation for Memorial Day, 2023: On Memorial Day, we honor America’s beloved daughters and…
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Native American Veterans Memorial Dedicated
Reception held at the White House. The dedication of the Native American Veterans Memorial drew hundreds of Native Americans to the National Museum of the American Indian in…
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Gas Prices Continue to Rise
Fuel prices are highest since 2014. As Americans hit the highways for the traditional start of the summer driving season over Memorial Day, motorists will see the highest…
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National Veterans’ Cemeteries Ease Restrictions
Over 150 sites across the nation lift coronavirus rules. Wreath-laying and flag placement ceremonies have resumed for the public at national veterans’ cemeteries ahead of Memorial Day. The…
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