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Marine Corps: Semper Fidelis (Always Faithful)
Coast Guard: Semper Paratus (Always Ready)
Navy: Semper Fortis (Always Courageous)
Air Force: Aim High...Fly-Fight-Win
Army: This We'll Defend
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Artifact Friday: Luftwaffe Dagger (Second Model)
At the beginning of World War One, the Deutsche Luftstreitkräfte (German Air Combat Forces) had arguably one of the best air force branches in the world.
Hallie Cartwright
May 16, 20252 min read
Artifact Friday – Pierce McKennon's Letter
Pierce was born and raised as an Arkansas native and attended the University of Arkansas. However, in 1941, Pierce dropped out of college to become a fighter pilot.
John Townsend
May 9, 20251 min read
Artifact Friday: Jack Adams Lowball Glasses
Pilots have always been an interesting group. One could assume it simply comes with the territory.
directoraamm
May 2, 20251 min read
Artifact Friday: Checkpoint Charlie Mug
It’s a strange feeling, looking back and seeing our sworn enemies as allies.
John Townsend
Apr 25, 20252 min read
Artifact Friday: Field Altar Kit
While military chaplains could be devoted to one particular denomination of Christianity, their duty was to fulfill the spiritual needs of all service members.
John Townsend
Apr 22, 20251 min read
Artifact Friday: Brothel Token
In recognition of National STI Awareness Week, we find it is only fitting to discuss the role many of these diseases played in warfare.
directoraamm
Apr 11, 20252 min read
Artifact Friday: Hara-Kiri Knife
Due to the speed and urgency with which Japan modernized in the late 1800s and early 1900s, many ancient traditions and customs persisted into the more developed age of their nation.
John Townsend
Apr 4, 20252 min read
Artifact Friday: Candy Striper Nurses' Uniform
During World War II, many women signed up as hospital volunteers. They served as assistants to nurses who were serving stateside.
directoraamm
Mar 21, 20251 min read
Artifact Friday: W.A.V.E Uniforms
WAVES, Women Accepted for Volunteer Emergency Service, was established on July 21, 1942.
directoraamm
Mar 15, 20251 min read
Artifact Friday: Thunderbird Flight Helmet
The USAF Air Demonstration Squadron is among the oldest units in the US Air Force, formed on June 13, 1917. Today, they are better known as the Thunderbirds.
John Townsend
Mar 7, 20252 min read
Artifact Friday: Leather Flight Helmet
The leather flight helmet was an essential piece of equipment for fighter and bomber pilots, offering both protection and comfort in extreme conditions.
Kyli Cooper
Feb 28, 20252 min read
Artifact Friday: Captured Nazi Flag
This week’s Artifact Friday shines a light on a significant piece of history — a Nazi flag captured and signed by members of the 349th Field Artillery.
Elijah Owens-Hamilton
Feb 21, 20252 min read
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