Minnesota Battle Flags Few Civil War objects hold more significance than regimental battle flags or “colors.” They served a tactical purpose, providing a visible rallying point on the field for organizing a charge or defense, but they also symbolized what the soldiers were fighting for. Because of this, enemy fire often concentrated on the soldier […]
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Sunday, 11 September 2011 17:39
Every Corner Of Minnesota Stops To Remember 911 The National Moment of Remembrance program was established to remind Americans of the sacrifices made by members of the Armed Forces as well as others who have died as a result of service to this nation. Americans around the world should pause and remember these heroes in […]
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Friday, 09 September 2011 06:00
Remembering September 11th This weekend marks the tenth anniversary of the September 11th attacks and pays tribute to the first responders, those serving our nation in the military, and those who lost their lives on that tragic day. September 11th has been designated as a National Day of Service and Remembrance. Throughout the weekend, Americans […]
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Thursday, 08 September 2011 06:00
Civil War Military Records MN The Civil War was perhaps the defining event of 19th century America, and the 150th anniversary of the conflict will be commemorated across the country with a variety of events. As no federal Civil War Sesquicentennial organizing committee has been created, events are being organized at the state and local […]
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Tuesday, 06 September 2011 09:34
20ll Marks the 150th Anniversary of the Beginning of the American Civil War (1861-1865) The Office of the Minnesota Secretary of State dedicated the 2011-2012 Minnesota Legislative Manual “Blue Book” on May 18, 2011 during a program held in the State Capitol Rotunda. The 2011-2012 “Blue Book” commemorated the 150th Anniversary of the Civil War […]
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Friday, 02 September 2011 15:28
2011 Marks The Beginning Of The U.S. Civil War Sesquicentennial The Civil War was a horrific four years for the nation. When it was over, more than 620,000 Americans had died from battle and war-related causes. American had fought against American and in some cases, brother had literally fought against brother. Yet, Americans and people […]
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Tuesday, 30 August 2011 06:00
Military Veterans and The Invisible Wounds of War Never before have we asked so few to do so much. We’re now engaged in the single longest war that we’ve ever been engaged in. We have just broke over 2.2 million people have served in Iraq and Afghanistan. These are Army, Navy, reservists-national guardsmen, active-duty service […]
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Thursday, 25 August 2011 06:00
The Badge for Military Merit The original Purple Heart award was instituted by George Washington in 1782 to reward troops for “unusual gallantry” and “extraordinary fidelity and essential service.” The award was a purple cloth heart edged in silver braid, and was to be worn over the left breast of the uniform. Only three awards […]
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Tuesday, 23 August 2011 06:00
Suicide Has Claimed Too Many US Military Lives American military personnel are continuing to take their own lives in unprecedented numbers, as the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq wars drag on. By late November, at least 334 members of the armed forces had committed suicide in 2009, more than the 319 who were killed in […]
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Friday, 19 August 2011 15:01
Lost Loved Ones Remembered At Run For The Fallen Beginning June 14, 2008, a small team of runners ran across America to raise awareness about the lives of those service members who fought, to activate their memories and keep their spirits alive, to support organizations that help wounded veterans and the families of those killed […]
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