Border Patrol Agent Brian Terry Killed (2010)

Dec. 14, 2010
Border patrol agent Brian Terry was killed in a firefight with Mexican drug runners. 2 rifles recovered at the scene were from the ATF’s#OperationFastAndFurious illegal gun-running scandal

@BrianTerryFoundation

#GunChannels
#BorderPatrol #NeverForget


Border patrol agent Brian Terry was shot dead in a firefight 2 rifles recovered at the scene were from the operation the Fast and Furious scandal

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Battle of Mogadishu (1993)

The Battle of Mogadishu
was part of Operation Gothic Serpent and was fought on 3 and 4 October 1993, in Mogadishu, Somalia


Between forces of the United States, and Somali militiamen
who had support from armed civilian fighters.

A U.S. Army force in Mogadishu,
consisting of U.S. Army Rangers, “Delta Force”; as well as Air Force Combat Controllers, Pararescuemen and helicopters from Special Operations Aviation Regiment, attempted to seize two lieutenants during a meeting in the city.
Somali militia shot down two UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters.
The subsequent operation to secure and recover the crews of both helicopters turned inti an overnight standoff in the city.
The battle resulted in 18 deaths, 73 wounded, and one helicopter pilot captured among the U.S. raid party and rescue forces.
At least one Pakistani soldier and one Malaysian soldier
were killed as part of the rescue forces.
American sources estimate between 1,500 and 3,000 Somali casualties

The Battle of Mogadishu was part of Operation Gothic Serpent and was fought on 3 and 4 October 1993, in Mogadishu, Somalia Between forces of the United States, and Somali militiamen who had support from armed civilian fighters. A U.S. Army force in Mogadishu, consisting of U.S. Army Rangers, "Delta Force"; as well as Air Force Combat Controllers, Pararescuemen and helicopters from Special Operations Aviation Regiment, attempted to seize two lieutenants during a meeting in the city. Somali militia shot down two UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters. The subsequent operation to secure and recover the crews of both helicopters turned inti an overnight standoff in the city. The battle resulted in 18 deaths, 73 wounded, and one helicopter pilot captured among the U.S. raid party and rescue forces. At least one Pakistani soldier and one Malaysian soldier were killed as part of the rescue forces. American sources estimate between 1,500 and 3,000 Somali casualties

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POW / MIA Recognition Day

A time set aside to remember those who were prisoners of war (POW) and those
who are missing in action (MIA), as well as their families
U.S. National POW/MIA Recognition Day
Observed on the third Friday of September.Take time to remember those who were prisoners of war (POW) those missing in action (MIA), as well as their families#POWMIA #POW #MIA #NeverForgotten


Stuff is cool, news changes, but
let us never forget how we got here… And who paid the price

#POW #MIA
#NeverForget

#Repost @usarmy ・・・ You are not forgotten #POWMIA

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Constitution Day (1787)

Constitution Day (or Citizenship Day) a federal observance that recognizes the adoption of the United States Constitution and those who have become U.S. citizens.
Observed to remember September 17, 1787 the day delegates to the Constitutional Convention signed the document in Philadelphia.

#NeverForget
#USA



 

 

World War II Ends (1945)

Sept 2nd, 1945
World War II Ends
Combat ends in the Pacific
The Japanese Instrument of Surrender is signed and accepted aboard the battleship USS Missouri in Tokyo Bay


 

Skynet Becomes Self-Aware (1997)

At 2:14 a.m., EDT, on August 29, 1997 Skynet gained artificial consciousness

Skynet (artificial intelligence system) developed for the U.S. military (SAC / NORAD) by Cyberdyne Systems to control the national nuclear arsenal
Skynet was originally activated by the military on August 4, 1997

Skynet began to learn at a geometric rate. At 2:14 a.m., EDT, on August 29, 1997 Skynet gained artificial consciousness

Panicking human operators tried to deactivate
Perceiving an attack, Skynet came to the logical consequence that all of humanity would attempt to destroy it. In order to continue “safeguarding the world” and to defend itself against humanity, Skynet launched nuclear missiles at Russia, which responded with a nuclear counter-attack against
Over three billion people were killed on Judgment Day.

#SkyNet


At 2:14 a.m., EDT, on August 29, 1997 Skynet gained artificial consciousness Skynet (artificial intelligence system) developed for the U.S. military (SAC / NORAD) by Cyberdyne Systems to control the national nuclear arsenal Skynet was originally activated by the military on August 4, 1997 Skynet began to learn at a geometric rate. At 2:14 a.m., EDT, on August 29, 1997 Skynet gained artificial consciousness Panicking human operators tried to deactivate Perceiving an attack, Skynet came to the logical consequence that all of humanity would attempt to destroy it. In order to continue "safeguarding the world" and to defend itself against humanity, Skynet launched nuclear missiles at Russia, which responded with a nuclear counter-attack against Over three billion people were killed on Judgment Day. #SkyNet

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#TacticalQuiz #RobotAssassin

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Ruby Ridge (1992)

Ruby Ridge was a deadly confrontation & siege in northern Idaho for 10 days at a home in August 1992
Randy Weaver, his family and friend Kevin Harris, were attacked by agents of the United States Marshals Service (USMS) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)

It resulted in the death of Weaver’s son Sammy, his wife Vicki, their dog and a Deputy U.S. Marshal

#RememberOurPast
#WeAreTheGovernmentWeAreHereToProtectYou #RubyRidge


 

USMC War Dogs of World War II (1994)

Hundreds of heroic war dogs served in the United States Marine Corps during World War II.
Most were Doberman Pinschers, German Shepherds, Labrador Retrievers and occasionally, a Collie served during the war as sentries, messengers, and scouts.
They also served other roles to the Marines who served with them…devoted friend, confidant, trusted companion.

Fourteen dogs were killed in action and others died from exhaustion, tropical illness, heat stroke, accidents, and anemia from hookworm.
All were buried in Guam

#Doberman
#Doberman_Pincher
#DogsOfWar


 

Armed Forces Day (1949)

pay tribute to men and women who serve in the United States’ Armed Forces
Today is Armed Forces Day! President Harry S. Truman led the effort to establish a single holiday for citizens to come together and thank our military members for their patriotic service in support of our country.
The single day celebration stemmed from the unification of the Armed Forces under the Department of Defense.
#ArmedForcesDay
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Military Spouse Appreciation Day

 to acknowledge the contributions and sacrifices of the spouses of
the U.S. Armed Forces
Today is National Military Spouse Appreciation Day! The Green Beret Foundation is sincerely appreciative of Special Forces spouses, or as we call them, Steel Mags. Steel Mags are tough, resilient, focused, caring, resourceful, dependable women who serve to strengthen the Special Forces Regiment and the Green Berets they love, while empowering each other.
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V-E Day (1945)

Victory in Europe Day

V-E Day May 8, 1945
celebrated on May 8th

Today marks the formal acceptance of Nazi Germany’s unconditional surrender
This marked the end of World War II in Europe.

#ThankAVet
#NeverForget #TeachHistoryToKids#ThoseWhoForgetItWillReliveIt
#RecordYourGrandparentsStorysToday


The Red Barron, Shot Down (1918)

4-21-1918
The Red Barron, Shot Down

Manfred von Richthofen “The Red Baron”, was shot down and killed over Vaux sur Somme (in France)

Canadian pilot Arthur Roy Brown credited with the kill

#WWI
#theRedBarron


Battles of Lexington & Concord (1775)

April 19, 1775

First military engagements of the American Revolutionary War

The battles of Lexington, Concord, near Boston.
The battles marked the outbreak of open armed conflict between the Kingdom of Great Britain and thirteen of its colonies on the mainland of North America.

#Freedom
#RevolutionaryWar


United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM)

Happy Birthday to United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM)!

U.S. Special Operations Command was established today

1987


Medal of Honor Day

oday is National Medal of Honor Day! The first Medals of Honor were presented on March 25, 1863.
To commemorate this date and all Medal of Honor recipients, Congress declared March 25th as National Medal of Honor Day.
The Medal of Honor is reserved for those who have distinguished themselves “conspicuously by gallantry and intrepidity.” This National Medal of Honor Day, we remember the courage and selfless sacrifice of those incredible individuals. 3,498 have been awarded the Medal of Honor and today there are 75 Living Recipients of the Medal of Honor.
To learn more about the Medal of Honor, visit the Congressional Medal of Honor Society website: http://www.cmohs.org/


#Repost @greenberetfoundation ・・・ Today is National Medal of Honor Day! The first Medals of Honor were presented on March 25, 1863. To commemorate this date and all Medal of Honor recipients, Congress declared March 25th as National Medal of Honor Day. The Medal of Honor is reserved for those who have distinguished themselves “conspicuously by gallantry and intrepidity.” This National Medal of Honor Day, we remember the courage and selfless sacrifice of those incredible individuals. 3,498 have been awarded the Medal of Honor and today there are 75 Living Recipients of the Medal of Honor. To learn more about the Medal of Honor, visit the Congressional Medal of Honor Society website: http://www.cmohs.org/ #MedalOfHonor #SpecialForces #GreenBerets #CMOH

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Laser Gun aboard a 747 Jumbo Jet (2010)

Feb 11, 2010
The US military used a laser gun aboard a Boeing 747 jumbo jet to shoot down a missile near Point Mugu, Ventura County, Ca.
The airborne laser program began in 1996 and has cost billion of dollars.

#GunChannels
#LaserDrones
#RobotAssassin


Border Patrol Agent Brian Terry Killed (2010)

Dec. 14, 2010
Border patrol agent Brian Terry was killed in a firefight with Mexican drug runners. 2 rifles recovered at the scene were from the ATF’s#OperationFastAndFurious illegal gun-running scandal

@BrianTerryFoundation

#GunChannels
#BorderPatrol #NeverForget


Border patrol agent Brian Terry was shot dead in a firefight 2 rifles recovered at the scene were from the operation the Fast and Furious scandal

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Battle of Mogadishu (1993)

The Battle of Mogadishu
was part of Operation Gothic Serpent and was fought on 3 and 4 October 1993, in Mogadishu, Somalia


Between forces of the United States, and Somali militiamen
who had support from armed civilian fighters.

A U.S. Army force in Mogadishu,
consisting of U.S. Army Rangers, “Delta Force”; as well as Air Force Combat Controllers, Pararescuemen and helicopters from Special Operations Aviation Regiment, attempted to seize two lieutenants during a meeting in the city.
Somali militia shot down two UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters.
The subsequent operation to secure and recover the crews of both helicopters turned inti an overnight standoff in the city.
The battle resulted in 18 deaths, 73 wounded, and one helicopter pilot captured among the U.S. raid party and rescue forces.
At least one Pakistani soldier and one Malaysian soldier
were killed as part of the rescue forces.
American sources estimate between 1,500 and 3,000 Somali casualties

The Battle of Mogadishu was part of Operation Gothic Serpent and was fought on 3 and 4 October 1993, in Mogadishu, Somalia Between forces of the United States, and Somali militiamen who had support from armed civilian fighters. A U.S. Army force in Mogadishu, consisting of U.S. Army Rangers, "Delta Force"; as well as Air Force Combat Controllers, Pararescuemen and helicopters from Special Operations Aviation Regiment, attempted to seize two lieutenants during a meeting in the city. Somali militia shot down two UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters. The subsequent operation to secure and recover the crews of both helicopters turned inti an overnight standoff in the city. The battle resulted in 18 deaths, 73 wounded, and one helicopter pilot captured among the U.S. raid party and rescue forces. At least one Pakistani soldier and one Malaysian soldier were killed as part of the rescue forces. American sources estimate between 1,500 and 3,000 Somali casualties

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Gold Star Mother’s and Family’s Day (1936)

A day set aside to honor the families of our nation’s fallen service members

On June 23, 1936, then President Franklin D. Roosevelt permanently established the last Sunday of September as Gold Star Mother’s Day.
Today we honor our nation’s Gold Star Mothers for their courage, resiliency, and sacrifice
(photo: Gold Star Mothers Monument in Yonkers, NY)


POW / MIA Recognition Day

A time set aside to remember those who were prisoners of war (POW) and those
who are missing in action (MIA), as well as their families
U.S. National POW/MIA Recognition Day
Observed on the third Friday of September.Take time to remember those who were prisoners of war (POW) those missing in action (MIA), as well as their families#POWMIA #POW #MIA #NeverForgotten



Stuff is cool, news changes, but
let us never forget how we got here… And who paid the price

#POW #MIA
#NeverForget

#Repost @usarmy ・・・ You are not forgotten #POWMIA

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Air Force Birthday (1947)

Sept 18, 1947

President Truman signed the National Security Act which created the U.S. Air Force as an independent service, equal to the US Army and US Navy

#AimHigh #FlyFightWin
#UboAbAlto #OneOverAll
#NoOneComesClose
#AGreatWayOfLife
#WeDoTheImpossibleEveryday
#PeaceIsOurProfession


Constitution Day (1787)

Constitution Day (or Citizenship Day) a federal observance that recognizes the adoption of the United States Constitution and those who have become U.S. citizens.
Observed to remember September 17, 1787 the day delegates to the Constitutional Convention signed the document in Philadelphia.

#NeverForget
#USA


 

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Skynet Becomes Self-Aware (1997)

At 2:14 a.m., EDT, on August 29, 1997 Skynet gained artificial consciousness

Skynet (artificial intelligence system) developed for the U.S. military (SAC / NORAD) by Cyberdyne Systems to control the national nuclear arsenal
Skynet was originally activated by the military on August 4, 1997

Skynet began to learn at a geometric rate. At 2:14 a.m., EDT, on August 29, 1997 Skynet gained artificial consciousness

Panicking human operators tried to deactivate
Perceiving an attack, Skynet came to the logical consequence that all of humanity would attempt to destroy it. In order to continue “safeguarding the world” and to defend itself against humanity, Skynet launched nuclear missiles at Russia, which responded with a nuclear counter-attack against
Over three billion people were killed on Judgment Day.

#SkyNet


At 2:14 a.m., EDT, on August 29, 1997 Skynet gained artificial consciousness Skynet (artificial intelligence system) developed for the U.S. military (SAC / NORAD) by Cyberdyne Systems to control the national nuclear arsenal Skynet was originally activated by the military on August 4, 1997 Skynet began to learn at a geometric rate. At 2:14 a.m., EDT, on August 29, 1997 Skynet gained artificial consciousness Panicking human operators tried to deactivate Perceiving an attack, Skynet came to the logical consequence that all of humanity would attempt to destroy it. In order to continue "safeguarding the world" and to defend itself against humanity, Skynet launched nuclear missiles at Russia, which responded with a nuclear counter-attack against Over three billion people were killed on Judgment Day. #SkyNet

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#TacticalQuiz #RobotAssassin

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Ruby Ridge (1992)

Ruby Ridge was a deadly confrontation & siege in northern Idaho for 10 days at a home in August 1992
Randy Weaver, his family and friend Kevin Harris, were attacked by agents of the United States Marshals Service (USMS) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)

It resulted in the death of Weaver’s son Sammy, his wife Vicki, their dog and a Deputy U.S. Marshal

#RememberOurPast
#WeAreTheGovernmentWeAreHereToProtectYou #RubyRidge


 

Airborne Day

Aug 16th
A day designated by the United States Congress to honor the nation’s airborne forces of the Armed Forces.
It was created in 2001 by George W. Bush

 

Purple Heart Day

National Purple Heart Day honors the men and women who have been wounded or killed in military service.

 

Buffalo Soldiers Day

Buffalo Soldiers Day is celebrated annually on July 28.
To learn more about the brave African-Americans in the U.S. Army go to: https://www.army.mil/africanamericans/index.html

USMC War Dogs of World War II (1994)

Hundreds of heroic war dogs served in the United States Marine Corps during World War II.
Most were Doberman Pinschers, German Shepherds, Labrador Retrievers and occasionally, a Collie served during the war as sentries, messengers, and scouts.
They also served other roles to the Marines who served with them…devoted friend, confidant, trusted companion.

Fourteen dogs were killed in action and others died from exhaustion, tropical illness, heat stroke, accidents, and anemia from hookworm.
All were buried in Guam

#Doberman
#Doberman_Pincher
#DogsOfWar


 

Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco & Firearms created (1972)

July 1, 1972

Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco & Firearms was created


Enforcement of the Gun Control Act was given to the Dept. of the Treasury’s Alcohol and Tobacco Tax Division of the Internal Revenue Service.
The organization replaced “tax” with “firearms,” nearly doubled in size, and became the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms (ATF).

#GunChannels
#GunLaws #KnowWhoEnforcesLaws #ATF#BATFE #USGunLaw

(10th) SFG (Airborne) established

the first United States Army Special Forces Group “Green Berets” were established (10th) SFG (Airborne)

On June 11, 1952, the first United States Army Special Forces Group “Green Berets” were established (10th) SFG (Airborne)

Today is the ‘Green Berets’ Anniversary

Green Beret Foundation

Home


@greenberetfoundation

#GreenBeretFoundation
#SpecialForces #GreenBeret #June11th1952


Anniversary of D-Day (1944)

Anniversary of the World War II Allied invasion in Normandy, France, know as D-Day (1944)


 

Armed Forces Day (1949)

pay tribute to men and women who serve in the United States’ Armed Forces
Today is Armed Forces Day! President Harry S. Truman led the effort to establish a single holiday for citizens to come together and thank our military members for their patriotic service in support of our country.
The single day celebration stemmed from the unification of the Armed Forces under the Department of Defense.
#ArmedForcesDay
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Military Spouse Appreciation Day

 to acknowledge the contributions and sacrifices of the spouses of
the U.S. Armed Forces
Today is National Military Spouse Appreciation Day! The Green Beret Foundation is sincerely appreciative of Special Forces spouses, or as we call them, Steel Mags. Steel Mags are tough, resilient, focused, caring, resourceful, dependable women who serve to strengthen the Special Forces Regiment and the Green Berets they love, while empowering each other.
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V-E Day (1945)

Victory in Europe Day

V-E Day May 8, 1945
celebrated on May 8th

Today marks the formal acceptance of Nazi Germany’s unconditional surrender
This marked the end of World War II in Europe.

#ThankAVet
#NeverForget #TeachHistoryToKids#ThoseWhoForgetItWillReliveIt
#RecordYourGrandparentsStorysToday


The Red Barron, Shot Down (1918)

4-21-1918
The Red Barron, Shot Down

Manfred von Richthofen “The Red Baron”, was shot down and killed over Vaux sur Somme (in France)

Canadian pilot Arthur Roy Brown credited with the kill

#WWI
#theRedBarron


Battles of Lexington & Concord (1775)

April 19, 1775

First military engagements of the American Revolutionary War

The battles of Lexington, Concord, near Boston.
The battles marked the outbreak of open armed conflict between the Kingdom of Great Britain and thirteen of its colonies on the mainland of North America.

#Freedom
#RevolutionaryWar


United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM)

Happy Birthday to United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM)!

U.S. Special Operations Command was established today

1987


Gold Star Wives Day

set aside to recognize the sacrifices of Gold Star wives.

a day in which we honor and remember all of our Gold Star spouses who have committed and sacrificed so much to our great Nation. Join us as we pause to remember and honor the many sacrifices of the Fallen and their surviving wives and husbands.#GoldStarFamily #SpecialForces#GreenBerets #GoldStarSpousesDay#QuietProfessionals #rememberthefallen


Medal of Honor Day

oday is National Medal of Honor Day! The first Medals of Honor were presented on March 25, 1863.
To commemorate this date and all Medal of Honor recipients, Congress declared March 25th as National Medal of Honor Day.
The Medal of Honor is reserved for those who have distinguished themselves “conspicuously by gallantry and intrepidity.” This National Medal of Honor Day, we remember the courage and selfless sacrifice of those incredible individuals. 3,498 have been awarded the Medal of Honor and today there are 75 Living Recipients of the Medal of Honor.
To learn more about the Medal of Honor, visit the Congressional Medal of Honor Society website: http://www.cmohs.org/


#Repost @greenberetfoundation ・・・ Today is National Medal of Honor Day! The first Medals of Honor were presented on March 25, 1863. To commemorate this date and all Medal of Honor recipients, Congress declared March 25th as National Medal of Honor Day. The Medal of Honor is reserved for those who have distinguished themselves “conspicuously by gallantry and intrepidity.” This National Medal of Honor Day, we remember the courage and selfless sacrifice of those incredible individuals. 3,498 have been awarded the Medal of Honor and today there are 75 Living Recipients of the Medal of Honor. To learn more about the Medal of Honor, visit the Congressional Medal of Honor Society website: http://www.cmohs.org/ #MedalOfHonor #SpecialForces #GreenBerets #CMOH

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Laser Gun aboard a 747 Jumbo Jet (2010)

Feb 11, 2010
The US military used a laser gun aboard a Boeing 747 jumbo jet to shoot down a missile near Point Mugu, Ventura County, Ca.
The airborne laser program began in 1996 and has cost billion of dollars.

#GunChannels
#LaserDrones
#RobotAssassin


Border Patrol Agent Brian Terry Killed (2010)

Dec. 14, 2010
Border patrol agent Brian Terry was killed in a firefight with Mexican drug runners. 2 rifles recovered at the scene were from the ATF’s#OperationFastAndFurious illegal gun-running scandal

@BrianTerryFoundation

#GunChannels
#BorderPatrol #NeverForget


Border patrol agent Brian Terry was shot dead in a firefight 2 rifles recovered at the scene were from the operation the Fast and Furious scandal

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Battle of Mogadishu (1993)

The Battle of Mogadishu
was part of Operation Gothic Serpent and was fought on 3 and 4 October 1993, in Mogadishu, Somalia


Between forces of the United States, and Somali militiamen
who had support from armed civilian fighters.

A U.S. Army force in Mogadishu,
consisting of U.S. Army Rangers, “Delta Force”; as well as Air Force Combat Controllers, Pararescuemen and helicopters from Special Operations Aviation Regiment, attempted to seize two lieutenants during a meeting in the city.
Somali militia shot down two UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters.
The subsequent operation to secure and recover the crews of both helicopters turned inti an overnight standoff in the city.
The battle resulted in 18 deaths, 73 wounded, and one helicopter pilot captured among the U.S. raid party and rescue forces.
At least one Pakistani soldier and one Malaysian soldier
were killed as part of the rescue forces.
American sources estimate between 1,500 and 3,000 Somali casualties

The Battle of Mogadishu was part of Operation Gothic Serpent and was fought on 3 and 4 October 1993, in Mogadishu, Somalia Between forces of the United States, and Somali militiamen who had support from armed civilian fighters. A U.S. Army force in Mogadishu, consisting of U.S. Army Rangers, "Delta Force"; as well as Air Force Combat Controllers, Pararescuemen and helicopters from Special Operations Aviation Regiment, attempted to seize two lieutenants during a meeting in the city. Somali militia shot down two UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters. The subsequent operation to secure and recover the crews of both helicopters turned inti an overnight standoff in the city. The battle resulted in 18 deaths, 73 wounded, and one helicopter pilot captured among the U.S. raid party and rescue forces. At least one Pakistani soldier and one Malaysian soldier were killed as part of the rescue forces. American sources estimate between 1,500 and 3,000 Somali casualties

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Gold Star Mother’s and Family’s Day (1936)

A day set aside to honor the families of our nation’s fallen service members

On June 23, 1936, then President Franklin D. Roosevelt permanently established the last Sunday of September as Gold Star Mother’s Day.
Today we honor our nation’s Gold Star Mothers for their courage, resiliency, and sacrifice
(photo: Gold Star Mothers Monument in Yonkers, NY)


 

Air Force Birthday

Sept 18, 1947

President Truman signed the National Security Act which created the U.S. Air Force as an independent service, equal to the US Army and US Navy

#AimHigh #FlyFightWin
#UboAbAlto #OneOverAll
#NoOneComesClose
#AGreatWayOfLife
#WeDoTheImpossibleEveryday
#PeaceIsOurProfession


Constitution Day (1787)

Constitution Day (or Citizenship Day) a federal observance that recognizes the adoption of the United States Constitution and those who have become U.S. citizens.
Observed to remember September 17, 1787 the day delegates to the Constitutional Convention signed the document in Philadelphia.

#NeverForget
#USA


POW / MIA Recognition Day

A time set aside to remember those who were prisoners of war (POW) and those
who are missing in action (MIA), as well as their families
U.S. National POW/MIA Recognition Day
Observed on the third Friday of September.Take time to remember those who were prisoners of war (POW) those missing in action (MIA), as well as their families#POWMIA #POW #MIA #NeverForgotten


Stuff is cool, news changes, but
let us never forget how we got here… And who paid the price

#POW #MIA
#NeverForget

#Repost @usarmy ・・・ You are not forgotten #POWMIA

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World War II Ends (1945)

Sept 2nd, 1945
World War II Ends
Combat ends in the Pacific
The Japanese Instrument of Surrender is signed and accepted aboard the battleship USS Missouri in Tokyo Bay


 

Skynet Becomes Self-Aware (1997)

At 2:14 a.m., EDT, on August 29, 1997 Skynet gained artificial consciousness

Skynet (artificial intelligence system) developed for the U.S. military (SAC / NORAD) by Cyberdyne Systems to control the national nuclear arsenal
Skynet was originally activated by the military on August 4, 1997

Skynet began to learn at a geometric rate. At 2:14 a.m., EDT, on August 29, 1997 Skynet gained artificial consciousness

Panicking human operators tried to deactivate
Perceiving an attack, Skynet came to the logical consequence that all of humanity would attempt to destroy it. In order to continue “safeguarding the world” and to defend itself against humanity, Skynet launched nuclear missiles at Russia, which responded with a nuclear counter-attack against
Over three billion people were killed on Judgment Day.

#SkyNet


At 2:14 a.m., EDT, on August 29, 1997 Skynet gained artificial consciousness Skynet (artificial intelligence system) developed for the U.S. military (SAC / NORAD) by Cyberdyne Systems to control the national nuclear arsenal Skynet was originally activated by the military on August 4, 1997 Skynet began to learn at a geometric rate. At 2:14 a.m., EDT, on August 29, 1997 Skynet gained artificial consciousness Panicking human operators tried to deactivate Perceiving an attack, Skynet came to the logical consequence that all of humanity would attempt to destroy it. In order to continue "safeguarding the world" and to defend itself against humanity, Skynet launched nuclear missiles at Russia, which responded with a nuclear counter-attack against Over three billion people were killed on Judgment Day. #SkyNet

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#TacticalQuiz #RobotAssassin

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Buffalo Soldiers Day

Buffalo Soldiers Day is celebrated annually on July 28.
To learn more about the brave African-Americans in the U.S. Army go to: https://www.army.mil/africanamericans/index.html

Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco & Firearms created (1972)

July 1, 1972

Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco & Firearms was created


Enforcement of the Gun Control Act was given to the Dept. of the Treasury’s Alcohol and Tobacco Tax Division of the Internal Revenue Service.
The organization replaced “tax” with “firearms,” nearly doubled in size, and became the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms (ATF).

#GunChannels
#GunLaws #KnowWhoEnforcesLaws #ATF#BATFE #USGunLaw

(10th) SFG (Airborne) established

the first United States Army Special Forces Group “Green Berets” were established (10th) SFG (Airborne)

On June 11, 1952, the first United States Army Special Forces Group “Green Berets” were established (10th) SFG (Airborne)

Today is the ‘Green Berets’ Anniversary

Green Beret Foundation

Home


@greenberetfoundation

#GreenBeretFoundation
#SpecialForces #GreenBeret #June11th1952


Anniversary of D-Day (1944)

Anniversary of the World War II Allied invasion in Normandy, France, know as D-Day (1944)


 

Armed Forces Day (1949)

pay tribute to men and women who serve in the United States’ Armed Forces
Today is Armed Forces Day! President Harry S. Truman led the effort to establish a single holiday for citizens to come together and thank our military members for their patriotic service in support of our country.
The single day celebration stemmed from the unification of the Armed Forces under the Department of Defense.
#ArmedForcesDay
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V-E Day (1945)

Victory in Europe Day

V-E Day May 8, 1945
celebrated on May 8th

Today marks the formal acceptance of Nazi Germany’s unconditional surrender
This marked the end of World War II in Europe.

#ThankAVet
#NeverForget #TeachHistoryToKids#ThoseWhoForgetItWillReliveIt
#RecordYourGrandparentsStorysToday


The Red Barron, Shot Down (1918)

4-21-1918
The Red Barron, Shot Down

Manfred von Richthofen “The Red Baron”, was shot down and killed over Vaux sur Somme (in France)

Canadian pilot Arthur Roy Brown credited with the kill

#WWI
#theRedBarron


Battles of Lexington & Concord (1775)

April 19, 1775

First military engagements of the American Revolutionary War

The battles of Lexington, Concord, near Boston.
The battles marked the outbreak of open armed conflict between the Kingdom of Great Britain and thirteen of its colonies on the mainland of North America.

#Freedom
#RevolutionaryWar


United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM)

Happy Birthday to United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM)!

U.S. Special Operations Command was established today

1987


Gold Star Wives Day

set aside to recognize the sacrifices of Gold Star wives.a day in which we honor and remember all of our Gold Star spouses who have committed and sacrificed so much to our great Nation. Join us as we pause to remember and honor the many sacrifices of the Fallen and their surviving wives and husbands.#GoldStarFamily #SpecialForces#GreenBerets #GoldStarSpousesDay#QuietProfessionals #rememberthefallen


Medal of Honor Day

National Medal of Honor Day!

The first Medals of Honor were presented on March 25, 1863.
To commemorate this date and all Medal of Honor recipients, Congress declared March 25th as National Medal of Honor Day.
The Medal of Honor is reserved for those who have distinguished themselves “conspicuously by gallantry and intrepidity.” This National Medal of Honor Day, we remember the courage and selfless sacrifice of those incredible individuals. 3,498 have been awarded the Medal of Honor and today there are 75 Living Recipients of the Medal of Honor.
To learn more about the Medal of Honor, visit the Congressional Medal of Honor Society website: http://www.cmohs.org/


#Repost @greenberetfoundation ・・・ Today is National Medal of Honor Day! The first Medals of Honor were presented on March 25, 1863. To commemorate this date and all Medal of Honor recipients, Congress declared March 25th as National Medal of Honor Day. The Medal of Honor is reserved for those who have distinguished themselves “conspicuously by gallantry and intrepidity.” This National Medal of Honor Day, we remember the courage and selfless sacrifice of those incredible individuals. 3,498 have been awarded the Medal of Honor and today there are 75 Living Recipients of the Medal of Honor. To learn more about the Medal of Honor, visit the Congressional Medal of Honor Society website: http://www.cmohs.org/ #MedalOfHonor #SpecialForces #GreenBerets #CMOH

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Laser Gun aboard a 747 Jumbo Jet (2010)

Feb 11, 2010
The US military used a laser gun aboard a Boeing 747 jumbo jet to shoot down a missile near Point Mugu, Ventura County, Ca.
The airborne laser program began in 1996 and has cost billion of dollars.

#GunChannels
#LaserDrones
#RobotAssassin


Border Patrol Agent Brian Terry Killed (2010)

Dec. 14, 2010
Border patrol agent Brian Terry was killed in a firefight with Mexican drug runners. 2 rifles recovered at the scene were from the ATF’s#OperationFastAndFurious illegal gun-running scandal

@BrianTerryFoundation

#GunChannels
#BorderPatrol #NeverForget


Border patrol agent Brian Terry was shot dead in a firefight 2 rifles recovered at the scene were from the operation the Fast and Furious scandal

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Battle of Mogadishu (1993)

The Battle of Mogadishu
was part of Operation Gothic Serpent and was fought on 3 and 4 October 1993, in Mogadishu, Somalia


Between forces of the United States, and Somali militiamen
who had support from armed civilian fighters.

A U.S. Army force in Mogadishu,
consisting of U.S. Army Rangers, “Delta Force”; as well as Air Force Combat Controllers, Pararescuemen and helicopters from Special Operations Aviation Regiment, attempted to seize two lieutenants during a meeting in the city.
Somali militia shot down two UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters.
The subsequent operation to secure and recover the crews of both helicopters turned inti an overnight standoff in the city.
The battle resulted in 18 deaths, 73 wounded, and one helicopter pilot captured among the U.S. raid party and rescue forces.
At least one Pakistani soldier and one Malaysian soldier
were killed as part of the rescue forces.
American sources estimate between 1,500 and 3,000 Somali casualties

The Battle of Mogadishu was part of Operation Gothic Serpent and was fought on 3 and 4 October 1993, in Mogadishu, Somalia Between forces of the United States, and Somali militiamen who had support from armed civilian fighters. A U.S. Army force in Mogadishu, consisting of U.S. Army Rangers, "Delta Force"; as well as Air Force Combat Controllers, Pararescuemen and helicopters from Special Operations Aviation Regiment, attempted to seize two lieutenants during a meeting in the city. Somali militia shot down two UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters. The subsequent operation to secure and recover the crews of both helicopters turned inti an overnight standoff in the city. The battle resulted in 18 deaths, 73 wounded, and one helicopter pilot captured among the U.S. raid party and rescue forces. At least one Pakistani soldier and one Malaysian soldier were killed as part of the rescue forces. American sources estimate between 1,500 and 3,000 Somali casualties

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Gold Star Mother’s and Family’s Day (1936)

A day set aside to honor the families of our nation’s fallen service members

On June 23, 1936, then President Franklin D. Roosevelt permanently established the last Sunday of September as Gold Star Mother’s Day.
Today we honor our nation’s Gold Star Mothers for their courage, resiliency, and sacrifice
(photo: Gold Star Mothers Monument in Yonkers, NY)


Air Force Birthday

Sept 18, 1947

President Truman signed the National Security Act which created the U.S. Air Force as an independent service, equal to the US Army and US Navy

#AimHigh #FlyFightWin
#UboAbAlto #OneOverAll
#NoOneComesClose
#AGreatWayOfLife
#WeDoTheImpossibleEveryday
#PeaceIsOurProfession


Constitution Day (1787)

Constitution Day (or Citizenship Day) a federal observance that recognizes the adoption of the United States Constitution and those who have become U.S. citizens.
Observed to remember September 17, 1787 the day delegates to the Constitutional Convention signed the document in Philadelphia.

#NeverForget
#USA


POW / MIA Recognition Day

A time set aside to remember those who were prisoners of war (POW) and those
who are missing in action (MIA), as well as their families
U.S. National POW/MIA Recognition Day
Observed on the third Friday of September.Take time to remember those who were prisoners of war (POW) those missing in action (MIA), as well as their families#POWMIA #POW #MIA #NeverForgotten


Stuff is cool, news changes, but
let us never forget how we got here… And who paid the price

#POW #MIA
#NeverForget

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World War II Ends (1945)

Sept 2nd, 1945
World War II Ends
Combat ends in the Pacific
The Japanese Instrument of Surrender is signed and accepted aboard the battleship USS Missouri in Tokyo Bay


 

Ruby Ridge (1992)

Ruby Ridge was a deadly confrontation & siege in northern Idaho for 10 days at a home in August 1992
Randy Weaver, his family and friend Kevin Harris, were attacked by agents of the United States Marshals Service (USMS) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)

It resulted in the death of Weaver’s son Sammy, his wife Vicki, their dog and a Deputy U.S. Marshal

#RememberOurPast
#WeAreTheGovernmentWeAreHereToProtectYou #RubyRidge


 

Airborne Day

Aug 16th
A day designated by the United States Congress to honor the nation’s airborne forces of the Armed Forces.
It was created in 2001 by George W. Bush

 

Buffalo Soldiers Day

Buffalo Soldiers Day is celebrated annually on July 28.
To learn more about the brave African-Americans in the U.S. Army go to: https://www.army.mil/africanamericans/index.html

USMC War Dogs of World War II (1994)

Hundreds of heroic war dogs served in the United States Marine Corps during World War II.
Most were Doberman Pinschers, German Shepherds, Labrador Retrievers and occasionally, a Collie served during the war as sentries, messengers, and scouts.
They also served other roles to the Marines who served with them…devoted friend, confidant, trusted companion.

Fourteen dogs were killed in action and others died from exhaustion, tropical illness, heat stroke, accidents, and anemia from hookworm.
All were buried in Guam

#Doberman
#Doberman_Pincher
#DogsOfWar


 

Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco & Firearms created (1972)

July 1, 1972

Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco & Firearms was created


Enforcement of the Gun Control Act was given to the Dept. of the Treasury’s Alcohol and Tobacco Tax Division of the Internal Revenue Service.
The organization replaced “tax” with “firearms,” nearly doubled in size, and became the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms (ATF).

#GunChannels
#GunLaws #KnowWhoEnforcesLaws #ATF#BATFE #USGunLaw

(10th) SFG (Airborne) established

the first United States Army Special Forces Group “Green Berets” were established (10th) SFG (Airborne)

On June 11, 1952, the first United States Army Special Forces Group “Green Berets” were established (10th) SFG (Airborne)

Today is the ‘Green Berets’ Anniversary

Green Beret Foundation

Home


@greenberetfoundation

#GreenBeretFoundation
#SpecialForces #GreenBeret #June11th1952


Armed Forces Day (1949)

pay tribute to men and women who serve in the United States’ Armed Forces
Today is Armed Forces Day! President Harry S. Truman led the effort to establish a single holiday for citizens to come together and thank our military members for their patriotic service in support of our country.
The single day celebration stemmed from the unification of the Armed Forces under the Department of Defense.
#ArmedForcesDay
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Armed Forces Day
May 16A holiday for citizens to come together and thank our military members for their service to the country.Armed Forces Day was created on Aug 31, 1949 to replace separate Army, Navy, Marine Corps and Air Force Days

The single day celebration stemmed from the unification of the Armed Forces under the Department of Defense.

Memorial Day, we remember the fallen
Veterans Day, we remember those who have served

Today, we thank those who are currently serving, both home and abroad

#ThankASoldier#BuyAServiceMemberLunch
#SaluteOurFlag
#Army #Navy #AirForce #Marines#CoastGuard

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V-E Day (1945)

Victory in Europe Day

V-E Day May 8, 1945
celebrated on May 8th

Today marks the formal acceptance of Nazi Germany’s unconditional surrender
This marked the end of World War II in Europe.

#ThankAVet
#NeverForget #TeachHistoryToKids#ThoseWhoForgetItWillReliveIt
#RecordYourGrandparentsStorysToday


The Red Barron, Shot Down (1918)

4-21-1918
The Red Barron, Shot Down

Manfred von Richthofen “The Red Baron”, was shot down and killed over Vaux sur Somme (in France)

Canadian pilot Arthur Roy Brown credited with the kill

#WWI
#theRedBarron


Battles of Lexington & Concord (1775)

April 19, 1775

First military engagements of the American Revolutionary War

The battles of Lexington, Concord, near Boston.
The battles marked the outbreak of open armed conflict between the Kingdom of Great Britain and thirteen of its colonies on the mainland of North America.

#Freedom
#RevolutionaryWar


United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM)

Happy Birthday to United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM)!

U.S. Special Operations Command was established today

1987


Gold Star Wives Day

set aside to recognize the sacrifices of Gold Star wives.a day in which we honor and remember all of our Gold Star spouses who have committed and sacrificed so much to our great Nation. Join us as we pause to remember and honor the many sacrifices of the Fallen and their surviving wives and husbands.#GoldStarFamily #SpecialForces#GreenBerets #GoldStarSpousesDay#QuietProfessionals #rememberthefallen


Medal of Honor Day

oday is National Medal of Honor Day! The first Medals of Honor were presented on March 25, 1863.
To commemorate this date and all Medal of Honor recipients, Congress declared March 25th as National Medal of Honor Day.
The Medal of Honor is reserved for those who have distinguished themselves “conspicuously by gallantry and intrepidity.” This National Medal of Honor Day, we remember the courage and selfless sacrifice of those incredible individuals. 3,498 have been awarded the Medal of Honor and today there are 75 Living Recipients of the Medal of Honor.
To learn more about the Medal of Honor, visit the Congressional Medal of Honor Society website: http://www.cmohs.org/


#Repost @greenberetfoundation ・・・ Today is National Medal of Honor Day! The first Medals of Honor were presented on March 25, 1863. To commemorate this date and all Medal of Honor recipients, Congress declared March 25th as National Medal of Honor Day. The Medal of Honor is reserved for those who have distinguished themselves “conspicuously by gallantry and intrepidity.” This National Medal of Honor Day, we remember the courage and selfless sacrifice of those incredible individuals. 3,498 have been awarded the Medal of Honor and today there are 75 Living Recipients of the Medal of Honor. To learn more about the Medal of Honor, visit the Congressional Medal of Honor Society website: http://www.cmohs.org/ #MedalOfHonor #SpecialForces #GreenBerets #CMOH

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Laser Gun aboard a 747 Jumbo Jet (2010)

Feb 11, 2010
The US military used a laser gun aboard a Boeing 747 jumbo jet to shoot down a missile near Point Mugu, Ventura County, Ca.
The airborne laser program began in 1996 and has cost billion of dollars.

#GunChannels
#LaserDrones
#RobotAssassin


 

POW / MIA Recognition Day

A time set aside to remember those who were prisoners of war (POW) and those
who are missing in action (MIA), as well as their families
U.S. National POW/MIA Recognition Day
Observed on the third Friday of September.Take time to remember those who were prisoners of war (POW) those missing in action (MIA), as well as their families#POWMIA #POW #MIA #NeverForgotten


Stuff is cool, news changes, but
let us never forget how we got here… And who paid the price

#POW #MIA
#NeverForget

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Skynet Becomes Self-Aware (1997)

At 2:14 a.m., EDT, on August 29, 1997 Skynet gained artificial consciousness

Skynet (artificial intelligence system) developed for the U.S. military (SAC / NORAD) by Cyberdyne Systems to control the national nuclear arsenal
Skynet was originally activated by the military on August 4, 1997

Skynet began to learn at a geometric rate. At 2:14 a.m., EDT, on August 29, 1997 Skynet gained artificial consciousness

Panicking human operators tried to deactivate
Perceiving an attack, Skynet came to the logical consequence that all of humanity would attempt to destroy it. In order to continue “safeguarding the world” and to defend itself against humanity, Skynet launched nuclear missiles at Russia, which responded with a nuclear counter-attack against
Over three billion people were killed on Judgment Day.

#SkyNet


At 2:14 a.m., EDT, on August 29, 1997 Skynet gained artificial consciousness Skynet (artificial intelligence system) developed for the U.S. military (SAC / NORAD) by Cyberdyne Systems to control the national nuclear arsenal Skynet was originally activated by the military on August 4, 1997 Skynet began to learn at a geometric rate. At 2:14 a.m., EDT, on August 29, 1997 Skynet gained artificial consciousness Panicking human operators tried to deactivate Perceiving an attack, Skynet came to the logical consequence that all of humanity would attempt to destroy it. In order to continue "safeguarding the world" and to defend itself against humanity, Skynet launched nuclear missiles at Russia, which responded with a nuclear counter-attack against Over three billion people were killed on Judgment Day. #SkyNet

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#TacticalQuiz #RobotAssassin

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