On a cold November morning in 1982, thousands gathered on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., their breath visible in the crisp air. Some carried flags, some carried flowers, and many carried memories that had never truly left them. For the first time since the end of the Vietnam War, a sense of collective pause …
The USS Oklahoma BB-37 stands as a haunting yet heroic chapter in naval history, one often overshadowed by the USS Arizona but no less significant. On December 7, 1941, when the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor began, the Oklahoma was hit by several torpedoes, causing the massive battleship to capsize in just 12 minutes. Trapped …
The USS Arizona Memorial, standing quietly over the sunken remains of the battleship, offers visitors a profound connection to history and loss. Located at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, this floating tribute honors the 1,177 sailors and marines who perished during the December 7, 1941, attack that propelled the United States into World War II. Though decades …
This year in honor of the 4th of July I am sharing a photo I took in Washington D.C. at the WWII memorial of Old Glory. In this photo you can see the United States flag, the Washington Monument circled by flags, the Capitol Building, and the WWII Memorial. Related Posts Happy 4th of July …
In honor of Memorial Day 2020, during these trying times of the COVID-19 Coronavirus and social distancing, I took the opportunity to visit the Marine Corps Memorial in Arlington, Virginia. Related Posts The Importance of Memorial Day for Veterans and Their Families Happy Veteran’s Day 2016 World War II Memorial
