Awards and decorations provide service members a way to recognize their military accomplishments externally. There are various award devices that can be attached to medals and ribbon bars as tangible evidence of service accomplishment. The American Campaign Medal is a 1 1/4″ bronze circular medal featuring a Navy cruiser in motion on its front face …
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In the aftermath of World War II, the landscape of the United States underwent a profound transformation. The end of the war marked the beginning of a significant period of urban development across the nation. Cities blossomed and expanded, fueled by economic growth and significant changes in societal structures. Let’s take a closer look at …
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The Taliban, the ultra-conservative political and religious faction that emerged in the 1990s in Afghanistan, has been a significant player in the nation’s conflict-ridden history. Although some sectors might point to the semblance of order their rule brings in regions under their control, it’s crucial to shed light on their misdeeds – atrocities that have …
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Civil War casualties numbered more than any other conflict in American history. By late 1860s, Americans in various towns and cities started commemorating fallen soldiers by decorating their graves with flowers and flags in honor of Memorial Day in April. Wreath-laying events typically feature speeches, music, a moment of silence and the playing of Taps. …
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