Military Appreciation Month

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Whose Leg Is It?

Written by Sunshine & Nancy These are two true stories about artificial legs during the Civil War. Confederate Captain John Newton Ballard, one of the “Mosby’s Partisan Rangers, lost his right leg in battle in June 22, 1863. While hospitalized he received an artificial limb followed by a disability discharge on October 17, 1863. By … Continue reading


Memorial Day

Written by Sunshine & Nancy Have We Forgotten? Memorial Day, is a holiday observed on the last Monday of May, to honor men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military. It was originally known as Decoration Day when it was observed following the Civil War. It became an official federal holiday in … Continue reading




National Maritime Day, USA

Written by Sunshine & Nancy May 22 by Presidential Decree The United States Merchant Marine has met our country’s economic and security needs, in wartime and in peace. On National Maritime Day, we honor merchant mariners for their dedication to promoting commerce and protecting our freedom. It is a day to recognizes them for all … Continue reading


Stories of Valor

Written by Sunshine & Nancy Valor – (n) Boldness or determination in facing great danger, especially in battle: Heroic Courage: bravery: a medal of valor In addition to the Medal of Honor there are other medals that can be awarded for varying acts of valor and bravery in our military, the Distinguished Service Cross, Silver … Continue reading



A “War Relic”

Written by Sunshine & Nancy Old Abe, a Civil War Eagle  Many military units have used mascots to represent who they are for many years. They have used animals including mules, dogs, cats, goats, monkeys, pigs, wild cats, bears, birds—but the Wisconsin beat them all with the emblem of America itself, a bald eagle during … Continue reading


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