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BILL OF RIGHTS DAY

BILL OF RIGHTS DAY Bill of Rights Day (by Presidential Proclamation) Now, Therefore, I, Franklin D. Roosevelt, President of the United States of America, do hereby designate December 15, 1941, as Bill of Rights Day.  And I call upon the officials of the Government, a......More

BILL OF RIGHTS DAY Bill of Rights Day (by Presidential Proclamation) Now, Therefore, I, Franklin D. Roosevelt, President of the United States of America, do hereby designate December 15, 1941, as Bill of Rights Day.  And I call upon the officials of the Government, and upon the people of the United States, to observe the day by displaying the flag of the United States on public buildings and by meeting together for such prayers and such ceremonies as may seem to them appropriate. To view the official proclamation – http://www.presidency.ucsb.edu/ws/?pid=16046 The first 10 amendments to the United States Constitution make up the Bill of Rights.  Passed by Congress on September 25, 1789, these rights place limits on government power. Did you know? The bill was introduced by James Madison. He later became the 4th President of the United States. The Bill of Rights initially had 12 proposed amendments. One concerned the number of constituents for each Representative. The other addressed the compensation of a Congressman. Neither was ratified. In 1992, the compensation of a Congressman was ratified 203 years later and is now the 27th amendment. The Bill of Rights is displayed in The Rotunda of the National Archives Building in Washington, DC. There were 14 copies of the Bill of Rights; one for each of the 13 states to sign and one for the federal archives. Only 12 copies survive today. HOW TO OBSERVE #BillOfRightsDay Display the flag of the United States on public buildings. Read the Bill of Rights. See if you can pass a quiz about the Bill of Rights.  Use #BillOfRightsDay to post on social media. BILL OF RIGHTS DAY HISTORY President Franklin D. Roosevelt designated Bill of Rights Day on December 15 in 1941. https://nationaldaycalendar.com/bill-of-rights-day-december-15/

Space Force Birthday

https://www.spaceforce.mil/About-Us/About-Space-Force/History/ The U.S. Space Force was established Dec. 20, 2019 when the National Defense Authorization Act was signed into law (with bi-parti......More

https://www.spaceforce.mil/About-Us/About-Space-Force/History/ The U.S. Space Force was established Dec. 20, 2019 when the National Defense Authorization Act was signed into law (with bi-partisan support), creating the first new branch of the armed services in 73 years. The establishment of the USSF resulted from widespread recognition that Space was a national security imperative. When combined with the growing threat posed by near-peer competitors in space,it became clear there was a need for a military service focused solely on pursuing superiority in the space domain.   For the last 60 years space capabilities have become essential to the way a modern military conducts operations. Investments in space capabilities have increased the effectiveness of operations in every other domain. The U.S. military is faster, better connected, more informed, precise, and lethal because of space.   The same premise—that space is critical—holds true for the average American; space capabilities are woven into the fabric of daily life. Satellites connect people in every corner of the globe, monitor weather patterns, carry television broadcasts, and the timing and navigation services of the GPS constellation power global financial networks, enable international commerce, synchronize cell phone networks, and optimize critical infrastructure.   Access to and freedom to operate in space underpins our national security and economic prosperity. However, space is no longer free from conflict. Potential adversaries are seeking ways to deny the U.S. access to the space capabilities fundamental to our way of war and modern way of life. They have developed an array of threats, both on Earth and in orbit, that continue to grow in scope, scale, and complexity.   Today, the Guardians of the USSF have been called to protect and defend American interests and to ensure our forces, our allies, and the world never experience a day without space. They serve across the globe, working 24/7 to design, acquire, field, test, operate, and defend the critical space systems the nation, and the world, rely upon.   They stand ready, every day, “Always Above.”

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE DAY

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE DAY Pledge of Allegiance Day on December 28th commemorates the date Congress adopted the “The Pledge” into the United States Flag Code.  Congress formally gave recognition for the Pledge of Allegiance on December 28, 1945. Francis Bellamy receive......More

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE DAY Pledge of Allegiance Day on December 28th commemorates the date Congress adopted the “The Pledge” into the United States Flag Code.  Congress formally gave recognition for the Pledge of Allegiance on December 28, 1945. Francis Bellamy receives credit for writing the Pledge of Allegiance. The Youth’s Companion, a magazine for young people, first published it anonymously on September 8, 1892, under the title “The Pledge.” It was written in celebration of the 400th anniversary of the discovery of America. In 1923 and 1924, the National Flag Conference inserted text of the pledge into legislation. Though modifications were made, the pledge remained nearly the same. At the same time, the conference didn’t designate it as the official pledge. In its original form, it read: “I pledge allegiance to my Flag and the Republic for which it stands, one nation, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.” The small changes resulted in this version: “I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands, one nation, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.” On Flag Day in 1954, Congress added the words “under God” in response to the anti-Communist opinion sweeping the country during the Cold War. HOW TO OBSERVE #PledgeOfAllegianceDay Learn more about the Pledge of Allegiance, its history and what it means. Recite the pledge. Use #PledgeOfAllegianceDay to post on social media. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE DAY HISTORY Over the years, various attempts to create a national day honoring the Pledge of Allegiance have reached Congress. Others have failed. Around the country, Pledge Days, large and small, focused on the history of the pledge, the flag, and the Nation as a whole. We recount some of those efforts below. Interestingly, none of the exercises in patriotism point to a holiday taking place on December 28th.  Grade School Movement In the 1970s, a movement took root aimed to set Pledge of Allegiance Day on April 30th. The significance of the date points to President George Washington’s inauguration on April 30, 1789. The third-grade students and their teacher, Mrs. Priore from Cleveland Hill School in Cheektowaga, NY, launched the campaign. Their campaign gained some ground with editorials and articles published across the country. However, their efforts never resulted in any continuing observance. Congressional Designations In 1982, Congress received a submission for National Pledge of Allegiance Day, but they took no action. That same decade, the House reviewed a Joint Resolution to designate September 8, 1988, as Francis Bellamy Pledge of Allegiance Day. While they referred the document to the Post Office and Civil Service Committee for review, no further action resulted. The following year, National Pledge of Allegiance Day returned. The House passed H.J.Res. 253 designating September 8, 1989, as National Pledge of Allegiance Day in commemoration of the first day “The Pledge” appeared in print. The resolution also called for the Pledge of Allegiance to be included in the 500th anniversary commemorative activities celebrating the discovery of America. The anniversary took place in 1992. That year, a commemorative stamp was issued. In 2004, the Senate passed Resolution 378 designating June 14, 2004, as National Pledge of Allegiance as a way to reaffirm the United States flag as a unique symbol of the United States and its ideals.

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day

NATIONAL LAW ENFORCEMENT APPRECIATION DAY Across the country on January 9th each year, citizens take the lead to show support on National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day.  Law Enforcement Officers of every rank and file have chosen a profession that puts their life ......More

NATIONAL LAW ENFORCEMENT APPRECIATION DAY Across the country on January 9th each year, citizens take the lead to show support on National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day.  Law Enforcement Officers of every rank and file have chosen a profession that puts their life on the line every day for their communities.  They’ve answered a call to public service that is demanding and often unappreciated. From local, state and federal, their duties command dedication. The jobs are often thankless and take them away from their families for long hours. Rarely do they know what their days have in store for them. Often law enforcement are the only paid emergency resource a community has. More often they work in coordination with other local, state, and federal organizations to make communities safer. On National Law Enforcement Day, we have an opportunity to thank them for their service and offer a token of respect. HOW TO OBSERVE #LawEnforcementAppreciationDay There are several ways to show your support. Send a note of thanks to your local, county or state police agency. Wear blue, turn your social media channels blue or shine a blue porch light to show your support. Find more ideas at Concerns of Police Survivors and share your support using #NationalLawEnforcementAppreciationDay to share on social media.   NATIONAL LAW ENFORCEMENT APPRECIATION DAY HISTORY Several organizations came together to create National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day in 2015 to thank officers across the country for all the daily sacrifices they make for their communities. Some of the organizations supporting the observance include: Concerns of Police Survivors FBI National Academy Associates Fraternal Order of Police International Association of Chief of Police Officer Down Memorial Page Law Enforcement United National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund International Conference of Police Chaplains National Troopers Coalition Since then the inaugural celebration, nationwide many more organizations have joined forces to support National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day (L.E.A.D.) to spread encouragement and respect to these dedicated men and women.

National Freedom Day

NATIONAL FREEDOM DAY National Freedom Day, always observed on February 1st, celebrates freedom from slavery. It also recognizes that America is a symbol of liberty. The day honors the signing by Abraham Lincoln of a joint House and Senate resolution that later became......More

NATIONAL FREEDOM DAY National Freedom Day, always observed on February 1st, celebrates freedom from slavery. It also recognizes that America is a symbol of liberty. The day honors the signing by Abraham Lincoln of a joint House and Senate resolution that later became the 13th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution. President Lincoln signed the Amendment outlawing slavery on February 1, 1865. It was not ratified by the states, however, until later on December 18, 1865. HOW TO OBSERVE #NATIONALFREEDOMDAY On this day many towns host festivals and celebrations. Others reflect on the freedoms that the United States honors as well as reflect on and appreciate the goodwill of the United States. For many years, a wreath-laying ceremony at the Liberty Bell traditionally marked the day. LET FREEDOM RING. Other ways to participate include: Read about or watch a documentary about the 13th Amendment. Visit an art gallery or museum displaying pieces inspired by the 13th Amendment. Attend a forum or lecture to discuss the 13th Amendment and its impact, then and now. Read the 13th Amendment in its entirety. Use #NationalFreedomDay to post on social media. NATIONAL FREEDOM DAY HISTORY  A former slave by the name of Major Richard Robert Wright, Sr. created National Freedom Day. Major Wright was looked upon as a great leader in the community. It was believed by Major Wright, that this day needed to be celebrated. February 1st holds significance because that was the date Abraham Lincoln signed the 13th Amendment outlawing slavery in 1865. On June 30, 1948, President Harry Truman signed a bill proclaiming February 1st as the first official National Freedom Day in the United States. https://nationaldaycalendar.com/national-freedom-day-february-1/

National Boy Scouts Day

NATIONAL BOY SCOUTS DAY February 8th annually recognizes National Boys Scouts Day. Since 1910, boys across America have been doing good deeds, learning survival skills, and developing moral foundations through the Boy Scout of America.  The Boy Scouts of America has ......More

NATIONAL BOY SCOUTS DAY February 8th annually recognizes National Boys Scouts Day. Since 1910, boys across America have been doing good deeds, learning survival skills, and developing moral foundations through the Boy Scout of America.  The Boy Scouts of America has roots in the British Boy Scouts organization which was created in 1908 after the success of the book Scouting for Boys by Robert Baden-Powell. On a foggy day in London an American newspaperman, William Dickson Boyce, became lost when a Boy Scout came to his assistance. With the boy’s guidance, Boyce arrived at his destination. When Boyce offered payment for the assistance, the Boy Scout refused explaining it was a good deed. Boyce was inspired to organize similar youth groups into one organization. On February 8, 1910, Boyce filed papers of incorporation, and the Boy Scouts of America was born. Boy Scouts have had a profound impact on the United States.  Many presidents and other dignitaries have been Boy Scouts.  A total of 181 Astronauts have also been a part of the Boy Scout program. Boy Scouting Facts Timeline  Boy Scouts of America incorporated in 1910 First Boy Scout Handbook published in 1911 Boys’ Life premiered in 1911 First Eagle Scout, Arthur R. Eldred in 1912 Scouting magazine premiered in 1913 Registration of Scouts began, 25¢ annual fee was 1913 Order of the Arrow began in 1915 Federal charter granted by Congress in 1916 The first season at what would become Northern Tier High Adventure Base started in 1923 Boy Scout membership tops 1 million in 1925 Cub Scout program began in 1930 Philmont donated to the BSA in 1938 First BSA Wood Badge course taught in 1948 First Pinewood Derby® held in 1953 Webelos program added to Cub Scouting in 1954 Exploring program began in 1959 Florida National High Adventure Sea Base officially opened in 1980 Tiger Cubs program added to Cub Scouting in 1982 Alexander M Holsinger became the 1 millionth Eagle Scout in 1982 Learning for Life program began in 1991 Venturing program began in 1998 100 millionth member registered in 2000 Anthony Thomas became the 2 millionth Eagle Scout in 2009 HOW TO OBSERVE #NationalBoyScoutsDay With so many Boy Scouts across the nation, celebrate the day. Share your experiences and skills. Learn more about the Boy Scouts and what they have to offer. Share the benefits of Boy Scouts and use #NationalBoyScoutsDay to post on social media. NATIONAL BOY SCOUTS DAY HISTORY February 8th recognizes the anniversary of the date William Dickson Boyce filed the letters of incorporation. February is also Boy Scout Month. https://nationaldaycalendar.com/national-boy-scouts-day-february-8/

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National Vet Girls RISE Day

NATIONAL VET GIRLS RISE DAY On February 19, National Vet Girls RISE Day recognizes the immense dedication of the nearly 2 million U.S. veteran women. On National Vet Girls RISE Day, not only is it a day to recognize women veterans, but it’s a day for women veterans t......More

NATIONAL VET GIRLS RISE DAY On February 19, National Vet Girls RISE Day recognizes the immense dedication of the nearly 2 million U.S. veteran women. On National Vet Girls RISE Day, not only is it a day to recognize women veterans, but it’s a day for women veterans to support one another and to share resources, build relationships and spread awareness concerning the needs of women veterans The willingness of America’s [Women] veterans to sacrifice for our country has earned them our lasting gratitude. ~Jeff Miller Since the Revolutionary War, women have served in the armed forces, and many have not been recognized for their service. Today, the contributions of nearly 2 million women veterans deserve acknowledgment. The day celebrates the bonds they formed and their experiences through military service. While we can never truly repay the debt we owe our heroes, the least we should do for our brave veterans is to ensure that the government takes a proactive approach to delivering the services and benefits they have earned, so they can access the care they need and so richly deserve. ~Kirsten Gillibrand Like thousands of military personnel, support transitioning from military to civilian life develops both their professional and personal success. Honoring their accomplishments, skills, and essential contributions both in the military and civilian fields elevate the place of the woman veteran to her proper position. From the world wars of Europe to the jungles of the Far East, from the deserts of the Middle East to the African continent, and even here in our own hemisphere, our “women” veterans have made the world a better place and America the great country we are today. ~ John Hoeven HOW TO OBSERVE #VetGirlsRISEDay Connect with other women veterans for camaraderie and support on National Vet Girls RISE Day. Join a VGR meetup at various designated restaurant locations throughout the United States and affirm your support of women veterans. Tell us about your favorite woman veteran and use #VetGirlsRISEDay to share on social media. Follow AVWA and VGR on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for upcoming AVWA and VGR events. (@avwaorg and @VetGirlsRock1) NATIONAL VET GIRLS RISE DAY HISTORY Vet Girls RISE founded National Vet Girls RISE Day on February 19, 2019, to bring awareness to the contributions of women veterans to the United States military and to provide an opportunity for women veterans to celebrate the bonds they formed during their service. The Registrar at National Day Calendar® proclaimed the day to be observed annually on February 19. About Vet Girls Rise Vet Girls RISE, an initiative under Active Veterans With Answers, founded in 2017, Vet Girls RISE serves as a resource and knowledge stream for women veterans. With the struggles of transitioning from military to civilian life; Vet Girls RISE was created to educate, enlighten, and support women veterans through professional and personal growth that improves the awareness, potential, and identify talents. Women veterans who miss that camaraderie can find it in Vet Girls RISE.