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Today’s chaplains are military professionals specially trained to serve any spiritual need, for military personnel and their families, regardless of religious affiliation, ethnicity, or gender. Nearly 3,000 chaplains from the Army, Navy, and Air Force served in Vietnam, each chaplain with a vastly different experience of the war. Download our new poster series entitled “The Chaplaincy in the Vietnam War” today at https://lnkd.in/dh3aHgY #ThankVietnamVets

🇺🇸 The Core Purpose and Meaning of Memorial Day in the United States🇺🇸   At Liquid - We Make It Easier!, we honor the significance of Memorial Day, a time to reflect on the sacrifices of U.S. Armed Forces members who have died in military service.   What Memorial Day is really about:   Historical Origins: Memorial Day, originally Decoration Day, began after the Civil War to honor fallen soldiers. First observed on May 30, 1868, it was a day for national commemoration.   Purpose: The day honors and remembers those who sacrificed their lives in military service to the United States.   Meaning: Memorial Day is a time for Americans to reflect on the sacrifices made by military personnel, ensuring the freedoms we enjoy today.   Traditions: - Cemeteries and Memorials: Honoring fallen soldiers with visits and flag placements. 🎖️ - National Moment of Remembrance: A minute of silence at 3:00 PM local time⏳ - Parades and Events: Community gatherings to honor those who served.🎺 - Flags: Flown at half-staff until noon, then raised to full-staff.🇺🇸   While Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of summer, its deeper significance lies in honoring the cost of freedom.🌟   Join us at Liquid in remembering and honoring those who gave their all.   #MemorialDay #HonorAndRemember #MilitarySacrifice

Today, we remember Americans who have been wounded in battle, have done courageous acts while at war or who gave their life for our freedoms. Purple represents bravery and courage, and it is the oldest military decoration presented to service members in the United States. It was first created by George Washington in 1782.   Learn more about the history behind the medal at https://bit.ly/4d86YMX

As Memorial Day comes around, it's good to remember what the day is really about. It’s not just the start of summer or a time for big sales. This is a day to honor the brave men and women who have died while serving in the U.S. military. Their sacrifices are why we get to enjoy so many freedoms every day. So, how can we keep the spirit of Memorial Day alive in our everyday lives? It can be as simple as taking a quiet moment to think about those who gave their lives, doing something to help someone in need, or just saying thanks to someone who’s served. These little things mean a lot and help us keep their memories alive. Memorial Day also encourages us to be like those we're remembering—selfless and brave. We can do that by helping out in our community, standing up for what's right or making a move for our future that we were afraid to do. By living out these values, we honor their legacy and make a positive difference just like they did.  Have a meaningful and memorable Memorial Day! #MemorialDay2024 #HonorAndRemember #CourageAndResilience #CommunityStrength #NeverForget #TheWorldChangers #ChangeYourFinancesChangeYourWorld #YouChangeTheWorldChanges

Today holds a special place in our hearts. We will take time today for reflection, gratitude, and a collective commitment to never forget the sacrifices of those who served in the military. We honour the sacrifices of Canadian military personnel that have served for our country. ♡ ~ Will Good

This Memorial Day, Duke's wants to take a moment to honor and remember all the brave individuals who have served and continue to serve our country. Their sacrifices have ensured our freedom and safety. We are forever grateful for their dedication and courage. 🙏🏼 Let's never forget the incredible sacrifices made by our military members and their families. 🌟 #MemorialDay #HonorOurTroops #DukesRootControl #RootControl #RootControlProgram #SewerRoots #SewerBlockages #SewerMaintenance #SewerAssessment #SewerSystem #PipeRehabilitation #RootManagement #PipeMaintenance #UndergroundInfrastructure #HydroExcavation #CCTVInspectionCleaning #CrossBore #AcousticInspection #SmokeNDyeTesting #CIPPSpotRepairs #ManholeInspection #WastewaterSolutions #StormwaterSolutions #WaterSolutions #FindIandI #Insight360 #PumpStationMonitoring #FlowMonitoring

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"Child care accessibility, identified as a problem back in the Army’s 1990 analysis and raised as a key recommendation in the new Quality of Life Panel report, is also getting a closer look." Go ahead and take a look at that MOAA article (yes I ctrl+f for child care before reading any articles) One of the biggest hurdles in the type of advocacy that we do through Operation Child Care Project is the additional burden of explaining why there is a problem. Organizations that help homeless veterans find housing don't have to explain why veteran homelessness is an issue; it is understood. Organizations that set up food boxes/pantries/support don't have to explain why hungry soldiers are an issue; it is understood. VSO organizations focused on increasing healthcare access to disabled veterans don't have to explain why they need healthcare; it is understood. Child care touches everything. We see it affect enlisted and officer families and their ability to serve their country and their families. We see it as a primary barrier to transitioning veterans who find themselves without assistance programs to close the gap with their new salary. The list of situations is endless. It has been highlighted since the 1990s, and we are still educating on its impact. One thing I am grateful for is that the conversations I am having today are much different than the ones I was having seven years ago. When I bring up childcare policy considerations, I am no longer redirected to "ask the local FRG how they can help." I see more organizations like Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) and Military Family Advisory Network digging in on what needs to change to fit our modern families. The conversations with families will never get easier, but the barriers to advocating for them are getting smaller.

“You can’t get ahead if you’re always starting over." - Jennifer Goodale. Great article expressing the struggle of military spouses creating and sustaining their own careers. Well done, Military Officers Association of America (MOAA). I'd like to highlight an additional valuable resource: the FourBlock Military Spouse Career Readiness program. Although it doesn't focus on policy or legislation, this program empowers military spouses by helping them define their career visions and build the necessary toolkit to achieve their goals. Often, military spouses put their own aspirations on hold to support the military's needs, leading to a loss of personal identity. The collaboration with Prepare to Launch U reignites their confidence, helps them recognize their talents, and equips them to advocate for themselves in the workplace. 🔗https://lnkd.in/gbex3bBu #MilitarySpouses #MilitarySpouseEmployment

Today is Memorial Day, where we remember and honor our fallen soldiers. Do you know about the long history of Native Americans serving in the military? Take a look at the article "Reflections on Native Americans and Memorial Day" from Native News Online, written by by Levi Rickert: https://rb.gy/5n6a98 "Throughout American history, American Indians and Alaska Natives have proudly served and died for the United States of America. According to the Oxford Companion to American Military History, American Indians and Alaska Natives have the highest record of military service per capita compared to any other racial/ethnic group in the United States. Remarkably, even before American Indians became citizens of the United States in 1924, during World War I (July 28, 1914 – November 11, 1918), some 12,500 American Indians served in the armed forces. They fought for freedom when they weren’t even citizens of this country. Almost two-thirds of American Indians who served did so in the infantry, where they won widespread praise for bravery and achievement. Almost 5% of American Indian combat soldiers lost their lives, compared to 1% of American forces overall." Picture: National Native American Veterans Memorial #readingnationwaterfall #rnw #littlefreelibrary #littlefreelibraries #lfl #imls #imlsgrant #childhoodliteracy #libraryadvocacy #northerncheyennetribe #easternbandofcherokeeindians #lumbeetribeofnorthcarolina #yuroktribe #santodomingopueblo #supportchildhoodliteracy #memorialday #decorationday #nativeamericanmemorialday #nativeamericanveterans #nationalnativeamericanveterans