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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: M1 Garand
The M1 Garand is an iconic symbol of American military history, and a proud example of 250 years of weapon development.
Elle Euler
Jul 32 min read
Artifact Friday: George Leonard McCandless
George Leonard McCandless was born on November 17th, 1938 in Fayetteville, Arkansas, and grew up during and in the aftermath of World War II.
cartwrighthalliejo
Jun 192 min read
Artifact Friday: WW1 Naval Recruiting Poster
The 1917 “Gee!! I wish I were a man, I’d join the Navy” is a classic and early representation of recruiting history for the U.S. Navy.
Elle Euler
Jun 52 min read
Artifact Friday: B-25 "Yellow Rose"
The bomber was christened with the name “Yellow Rose” in honor of the song “The Yellow Rose of Texas” due to the aircraft being restored and flown by the Commemorative Air Force Central Texas Wing.
Elle Euler
May 221 min read
Artifact Friday: Filipino Sundang Sword
A Sundang sword, also known as a moro kalis, is a combat and highly prestigious sword used within the Southern Philippines.
cartwrighthalliejo
May 152 min read
Artifact Friday: Mother's Memento Pillow Case
Mother pillows have been a long-standing tradition within the American military for centuries, dating back to the War of 1812, which shows historical love for a mom.
Elle Euler
May 82 min read
Artifact Friday: US M1917 Doughboy Helmet
The US M1917 Doughboy Helmet in our WW1 display case is just a piece of history that details the conflict between 1914 and 1918.
Elle Euler
May 11 min read
Artifact Friday: Space Force Patch
The Space Force is the newest branch of the military that was added in 2019, and it operates under the United States Air Force.
Elle Euler
Apr 241 min read
Artifact Friday: Gentex HGU-55/P
The Gentex HGU-55/P Helmet has been a standard choice within the Air Force and Navy for decades since 1980.
Elle Euler
Apr 102 min read
Artifact Friday: Support Squadron Pilot BPH-2 Helmet
The BPH-2 Helmet is a part of a new collection that shows the impact and history of service. This particular BPH-2 Helmet was used primarily in 1965 and 1966.
Elle Euler
Apr 32 min read
Artifact Friday: USAAC uniforms
The Army Air Corps during World War 2 found many different types of personalities, strong-willed people, and people willing to fight for freedom in the extreme.
Elle Euler
Mar 271 min read
Artifact Friday: Saudi Arabia and Kuwait Liberation Medals
This Friday, we are talking about the Saudi Arabia and Kuwait Liberation Medals that were awarded to coalition force members who served during Operation Desert Storm.
Elle Euler
Mar 132 min read
Artifact Friday: Blinker Light Trainer/Morse Code
Morse code is a long-taught language throughout the US military. It was crucial during times of hidden communication behind enemy lines, tenuous moments, and even through cameras.
Elle Euler
Feb 201 min read
Artifact Friday: Sweetheart Handkerchief
With Valentine's Day in full swing this Saturday and our own sweetheart swing dance today, we are looking back on some heartfelt artifacts this Friday.
Elle Euler
Feb 132 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: Shark Chaser
For a pilot in World War II, few things were as terrifying as getting shot down. For pilots in the Pacific theatre, that fear was compounded by the presence of sharks.
John Townsend
Nov 22, 20242 min read
Artifact Friday: Curtiss-Wright Junior
Among the oldest aircraft in our collection is the Curtiss-Wright CW-1 Junior. The Junior was to be an affordable aircraft, roughly the cost of the average car.
John Townsend
Sep 20, 20242 min read
Artifact Friday: M114 155mm Howitzer
Since the invention of gunpowder, militaries of the world have utilized cannons to strike at fortifications and large enemy concentrations.
John Townsend
Sep 13, 20241 min read
Artifact Friday: Piper PA-30 Twin Comanche
This week we have a new temporary addition to our collection. A beautiful white, black, and red Twin Comanche currently occupies a space in the White Hangar.
John Townsend
Aug 16, 20242 min read
Artifact Friday: Chester Poole's Purple Heart
Let it be known that he who wears the military order of the Purple Heart has given of his blood in the defense of his homeland and shall forever be revered by his fellow countrymen.
John Townsend
Aug 9, 20242 min read
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