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The Story Behind the Bugler's TAPS
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The Story Behind the Bugler's TAPS. The haunting melody, which we know as Taps. All is well, Safely rest. From afar, Drawing nigh,. For our days,. Neath the sky,. As we go, This we know,. Butterfield knew the tune, however, from his days before the war as a colonel in the New York militia, says Villanueva. It's the `Tattoo' by Winfield Scott, composed in1835, also known as the `Scott Tattoo.' The last five-and-a-half measures are distinctly taps. Read the entire story of Taps, visit this link. Dealing wi...
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The Flag Pole - America Remembers 9/11/2001
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On September 11, 2001, a cowardly and faceless enemy attacked the United States of America and killed thousands of innocent people. We have witnessed horrible scenes of planes piercing the twin towers, buildings crumbling to the ground, the Pentagon wounded, and unjustifiable death in a field in Pennsylvania. We pray that you and your loved ones were not directly impacted by these actions. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of the victims and families affected by these tragic events. Read about this ...
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USS WINSTON CHURCHILL
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Letter from a US Navy Ensign. E-mail from an Ensign stationed aboard the USS Winston Churchill. After the ship pulled away and we prepared to begin our man overboard drills the Officer of the Deck turned to me and said I'm staying Navy. I'll write you when I know more about when I'll be home, but for now, this is probably the best news that I could send you. The US. Navy placed this letter, along with photographs of the event, on their web site for the USS Winston Churchill. To kill an American. If you h...
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Senator John McCain Speech
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Speech at Forrestal Lecture Series. US Naval Academy October 9, 2001. In the months ahead, no task before the Administration and the Congress will be more important or require greater care and deliberation than making the changes necessary to strengthen our national defense in this new, uncertain era of world history. Modernization, as timely and important as that subject is. I thought I might share some thoughts about the privilege, the duty and the honor, that was once mine, and is now yours. In truth,...
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I am the flag of the United States of America.
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THE FLAG OF THE UNITED STATES. I am the flag of the United States of America. My name is Old Glory. I fly atop the world's tallest buildings. I stand watch in America's halls of justice. I fly majestically over institutions of learning. I stand guard with power in the world. Look up and see me. I stand for peace, honor, truth and justice. I stand for freedom. When I am flown with my fellow banners,. My head is a little higher,. My colors a little truer. I bow to no one! I am recognized all over the world.