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#Reminder: 🧱 Brick orders run through Sunday, March 31. 🧱 🧱 Leave a lasting legacy to a family member or loved one that served in a branch of the United States Armed Forces with the Town of Jupiter’s Veterans Memorial Legacy Brick program. 🧱 The Town of Jupiter Veterans Memorial was opened in 2020 and is dedicated to remembering and honoring the men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces, as well as those Gold Star families who have had a loved one make the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. How the Legacy Brick Program will work: 🧱 Each brick will have two options: 1. A message with no branch insignia: these bricks will include four (4) lines of text, with a maximum of 21 characters per line. 2. A message containing a branch insignia: these bricks will include an insignia of the United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines or Coast Guard as well as four (4) lines of text with 15 characters per line. • All bricks will be a red charcoal color to match the current bricks found at the Veterans Memorial. • Each brick will cost $100, which will include the production of the brick as well as its installation. • Space is limited and bricks will be placed on a first-come, first-served basis. If the space sells out, the Town will explore additional areas after the completion of the construction of the new Town Hall building. 🚫 No political statements will be allowed as a part of this memorial program. The Town of Jupiter reserves the right to refuse any message or the placement of a brick. 🔗 For more information and to order a brick, visit https://lnkd.in/eJ38esAt. If you have any questions about the program, email CommunityRelations@jupiter.fl.us.

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To understand the rank of Fleet Admiral, one needs to consider the context of World War II. The United States was working alongside Allies who had higher ranks like Field Marshals and Fleet Admirals, which were superior to American ranks. To ensure American senior officers were not outranked, the United States established the ranks of Fleet Admiral and General of the Army, both five-star ranks. In total, nine men held these ranks. For the Navy, they were Nimitz, Halsey, King, and Leahy. In the Army, the five-star generals were Arnold, Eisenhower, Marshall, MacArthur, and Bradley.

#ICYMI: 🧱 Leave a lasting legacy for a loved one who served in a branch of the United States Armed Forces with the Town of Jupiter’s Veterans Memorial Legacy Brick program. The Town is accepting orders through Sunday, March 31, or until all available spots are sold out. If ordering multiple bricks, fill out one submission form per brick. Bricks ordered in this installation will be installed by Memorial Day 2024. If you need help with your order, contact the Jupiter Community Center at 561-741-2400. 🧱 The Town of Jupiter Veterans Memorial was opened in 2020 and is dedicated to remembering and honoring the men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces, as well as those Gold Star families who have had a loved one make the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. How the Legacy Brick Program will work: 🧱 Each brick will have two options: 1. A message with no branch insignia: these bricks will include four (4) lines of text, with a maximum of 21 characters per line. 2. A message containing a branch insignia: these bricks will include an insignia of the United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines or Coast Guard as well as four (4) lines of text with 15 characters per line. • All bricks will be a red charcoal color to match the current bricks found at the Veterans Memorial. • Each brick will cost $100, which will include the production of the brick as well as its installation. • Space is limited and bricks will be placed on a first-come, first-served basis. If the space sells out, the Town will explore additional areas after the completion of the construction of the new Town Hall building. 🚫 No political statements will be allowed as a part of this memorial program. The Town of Jupiter reserves the right to refuse any message or the placement of a brick. 🔗 For more information and to order a brick, visit https://lnkd.in/eJ38esAt. If you have any questions about the program, email CommunityRelations@jupiter.fl.us.

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I wrote a white paper a few years ago about the value of hiring veterans, and the paper is as true today as it was the day it was published. Thank you to each and every one of our veterans for your service to our great country! If you're interested, you can read the article here: https://lnkd.in/eBvKNvF

Meet Joseph Casim, a US Navy Veteran and a passionate Veteran Liaison at VES. Dedicated to supporting his fellow Veterans, Joe uses his skills acquired as a Navy Hospital Corpsman to advocate for Veterans, guide them through intricate processes, and offer compassionate care. His dedication and hard work ensures that the deserving Veterans he assists receive the support they rightfully deserve. Learn more about VES and our commitment to serving Veterans in the link below: www.ves.com #VES #VeteranExperience

12 JULY 1862 – ESTABLISHMENT OF THE MEDAL OF HONOR : On 12 July 1862, while the nation was engaged in the American Civil War, President Abraham Lincoln signed into law the measure that called for a U.S. Army Medal of Honor, to be awarded in the name of Congress, “to such noncommissioned officers and privates as shall most distinguish themselves by their gallantry in action, and other soldier-like qualities during the present insurrection.” Lincoln had approved a similar provision that created a U.S. Navy Medal of Valor, which provided the basis of the Army Medal of Honor created by Congress in July 1862. As noted, the Medal of Honor was originally intended to be an award to enlisted members, but in 1863, when the Medal of Honor became a permanent military decoration, it also became available to all members of the Armed Forces, including commissioned officers. The medal is reserved for recognizing those military personnel who have distinguished themselves by "conspicuous gallantry" in actual combat at the risk of life beyond the call of duty. Since its creation in 1862, more than 3,400 men and one woman of the U.S. Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force and Coast Guard have received the Medal of Honor for heroic actions. The official name of the award is the Medal of Honor and is awarded by the president in the name of Congress. It is not "The Congressional Medal of Honor." The first U.S. Army recipients of the Medal of Honor were six members of a raiding party who penetrated deep into Confederate territory during the Great Locomotive Chase of 1862.

Today marks the beginning of National Military Appreciation Month, a time to honor the valor, service, and unwavering commitment of the courageous men and women who serve our nation. We not only salute those in uniform – we also honor those family members and loved ones who dutifully stand by their service men and women – who make their commitment to serve possible. At Siemens Government Technologies, we are firmly committed to supporting those who defend our freedoms, our way of life, and uphold the cherished values we share. We are also proud to stand with those organizations who play a direct part in that network of community and family support, like Hope for the Warriors. With programs and resources tailored to the unique needs of military families and veterans, they help fill gaps that others simply cannot. This month Hope For The Warriors® inspires that community of support and its supporters to participate in their Memorial Day 30x30 Challenge. For 30 days, participants in the challenge commit to at least 30 minutes of activity each day as a way of showing their support for the military community. Together, let us dedicate this month to honoring those who serve selflessly and remember those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. 🇺🇸 🔗 United State Navy, United States Air Force, US Navy, US Army, U.S. Coast Guard, United States Marine Corps, United States Space Force, United States Army Reserve #SGT #Siemens #SiemensGovernmentTechnologies #NationalMilitaryAppreciationMonth #militaryappreciation #veterancommunity #militarysupport

The mission of the American Legion is to enhance the well-being of America's veterans, their families, our military, and our communities by our devotion to mutual helpfulness.[3] The key pillars of the American Legion's mission are: 1. Veterans: Providing services and support to veterans such as VA benefits claims counseling, advocacy for the VA healthcare system, education benefits, career services, and support for homeless veterans. 2. Defense: Supporting active military personnel, reserve components, and advocating for national security, quality of life, and benefits for service members. 3. Children & Youth: Offering youth programs like American Legion Baseball, scholarships, oratorical contests, Boys State/Nation, and support for children in need. 4. Americanism: Promoting patriotism, respect for the flag, National Anthem, Pledge of Allegiance, and good citizenship. The American Legion is devoted to upholding the U.S. Constitution, maintaining law and order, preserving memories of military service, and consecrating comradeship through mutual helpfulness. Its motto is "Veterans Strengthening America."