It's time to celebrate the red, white, and blue! 🇺🇸 Wave your flags and join us in honoring our nation's freedom. Happy Independence Day! 🎆
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It's time to celebrate the red, white, and blue! 🇺🇸 Wave your flags and join us in honoring our nation's freedom. Happy Independence Day! 🎆
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Happy Independence Day! 🇺🇸 Today, we celebrate the ratification of the Declaration of Independence in 1776 and America’s continued effort to fulfill the principle “that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.” Learn more about the founding of America by checking out our playlist “Founding a Nation”: https://bit.ly/3RNTIV1
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July 4th is a day of national pride and celebration, reflecting on the historical significance and enduring values of the United States. 1. **Historical Importance**: It marks the formal separation of the colonies from Great Britain and the beginning of a new nation based on principles of freedom and democracy. 2. **Patriotic Celebrations**: Americans celebrate with various activities such as fireworks, parades, barbecues, concerts, and family gatherings, showcasing national pride and patriotism. 3. **Reflection of Values**: The day serves as a reminder of the country's founding principles, including liberty, equality, and the pursuit of happiness, as outlined in the Declaration of Independence.
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May your Independence Day be filled with celebration, joy, and above all, pride as we honor our freedom and liberty that defines our great nation. Check out my blog post https://wix.to/fJk1zOR #newblogpost
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As a former Army medic, reflecting on September 11, 2001, brings back vivid memories of how deeply it shaped not only the military but also the nation as a whole. The attacks marked a turning point, sparking the War on Terror, leading to deployments that forever altered the trajectory of so many lives—military personnel, first responders, and civilians alike. For medics, the aftermath saw a heightened emphasis on combat readiness and trauma care, as we found ourselves deploying to areas where our skills were critical in saving lives under fire. The immediate response to 9/11 was a surge of patriotism and a sense of duty. Many, including myself, were motivated by the need to serve and protect. The warzones we entered in Iraq and Afghanistan had a distinct intensity, with the constant need to provide medical care in challenging and dangerous environments. It also redefined the scope of care, blending battlefield medicine with innovations in trauma care that have since improved survival rates for soldiers and civilians alike. The impact of 9/11 endures, not just in military strategy or geopolitics, but in the personal stories of those who served. For many of us, it was the catalyst for a career that tested our resilience, taught us the value of life, and left a lasting imprint on our view of sacrifice and service. #NeverForget #September11 #ArmyMedicReflections #ServiceAndSacrifice #CombatMedic #Patriotism #WarOnTerror
As we observe the 23rd anniversary of 9/11, we at the Gary Sinise Foundation remember the lives lost and the heroic actions of first responders and brave civilians. We will continue to honor the memory of those who served and sacrificed, ensuring their legacy lives on. Together, we vow to never forget the courage of those who defended our nation and the impact they left behind.
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Are you ready for some 4th of July related trivia? We will post a couple of questions leading up to Thursday, and then share the answers on the 4th so you can check your work. Play along by posting your guess in the comments! Let’s start with an easy one: Q. Where was the first celebration of Independence Day held? Remember, post your guess in the comments, and then check back on Thursday for the correct answer!
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As we celebrate the birth of our nation with friends and family this Fourth of July, we are reminded of the principles behind our nation's founding—freedom, opportunity, and the pursuit of happiness for all. These ideals are at the heart of TakeCharge's mission as we work to counter the common narrative that America is systemically racist. Last year, I wrote an Op-Ed (https://lnkd.in/gCFPpSxt) detailing why black Americans don't have to choose between Juneteenth and the Fourth of July - because without the Declaration of Independence, there would be no Juneteenth. And there would be no Juneteenth without the sacrifice of 350,000 white men of the Union Army from non-slave-holding states who died in the Civil War, leading to the Emancipation Proclamation. There are organizations using both holidays to divide the nation by insisting that America has been broken by systemic racism. And this helps no one — black or white. So, today, we honor the progress America has made and the strides we continue to take toward a more prosperous future for every American. Our commitment to ensuring that every individual, regardless of skin color, understands they have the opportunity to achieve the American dream remains unwavering. This Independence Day, we celebrate the American spirit and the promise it holds for the citizens of this nation - regardless of skin color. Wishing you a happy and safe Fourth of July. https://lnkd.in/gHU-uFEB
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I wanted to wish all of my professional peers a happy American Independence Day, and to remind everyone how lucky we are that our forefathers had the insights to lay the groundwork for where we are today. Nothing is perfect, and trials where freedom is, will strengthen. As professionsals, we begin each fiscal year with a new set of goals. Back in 1787, our forefathers did the same, and laid these out in what became the preamble of our Constitution. Essentially, the “objectives” of our governments foundation. “We the People of the United States, in Order to form a more perfect Union, establish Justice, insure domestic Tranquility, provide for the common defense, promote the general Welfare, and secure the Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and our Posterity, do ordain and establish this Constitution for the United States of America.". Take it to heart. Take it to work. Take it to sleep. These are critical objectives that we must strive to drive with passion in our work and home lives. Don’t tread on these objectives. Happy Independence Day!
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Learn more about the rich history of the banner that inspired our national anthem
Happy Independence Day! Huge, vibrant, and rich in history, the Star-Spangled Banner is one of the most recognizable icons of the United States. Most Americans are familiar with its story, too: it flew over Fort McHenry after the Battle of Baltimore in the War of 1812 inspiring Francis Scott Key to write what would become the national anthem. However, there are some lesser-known facts about this iconic flag. Learn more in our blog: https://s.si.edu/3LaFVUB
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free·dom /ˈfrēdəm/ noun the power or right to act, speak, or think as one wants without hindrance or restraint. On this Juneteenth, we celebrate a pivotal moment in our nation's history, this day is a powerful reminder of our shared belief in freedom for all. Learn more about Juneteenth here:https://lnkd.in/gqvPZFF
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