2023-05-29 archive

The Importance of Memorial Day for Veterans and Their Families

a close up of a flag

Memorial Day, a day of great significance, is a time to honor and pay tribute to the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country. This day is a solemn reminder of the selflessness and bravery of those who served and died in service of the United States of America. For …

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The People of New Zealand Have a Friend in the United States Marine Corps

a plaque on the side of a building

Walking through Wellington, New Zealand I found a plaque that says, “To the people of New Zealand: If you ever need a friend you have one. The Second Marine Division association United States of America 1951.”

The United States Marine Corps Arrived in Wellington, New Zealand in May 1942

Walking through Wellington, New Zealand I came across this plaque that says, “The United States Marine Corps arrived at this quay in May 1942 and left from here to service in the Pacific theatre of war.”