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A Month of Milestones on the Road to America's 250th Anniversary
As we celebrate June 2026, we're just one month away from America's momentous 250th birthday! From the birth of our flag to the expansion of our democracy, June reminds us why we're proud to be Americans.
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Remembering D-Day: 82 Years of Courage and Sacrifice
On June 6, 1944, the world witnessed one of history's most pivotal moments—D-Day, the Allied invasion of Normandy, France. As we mark the 82nd anniversary of this extraordinary operation, we pause to honor the brave men who stormed the beaches of Normandy.
May 26


May's Monumental Moments: Celebrating America's Journey to 250
As we journey toward America's 250th birthday, May stands out as a month that shaped our nation in extraordinary ways; from pioneers to performers, feats of engineering and cinema, May has witnessed some incredibly pivotal moments in American history.
May 1


The Most Exciting 2 Minutes In Sports...
Spring brings blooming flowers, warmer weather, and one of America's most iconic sporting traditions—the Kentucky Derby! Every first Saturday in May, the world turns its attention to Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky, where "The Most Exciting Two Minutes in Sports" unfolds.
Apr 24


April's Monumental Moments: Celebrating America's Journey to 250
If history had a favorite month, it just might be April. From midnight rides to presidential birthdays, from the first shots of war to the gallop of hoofbeats carrying the mail, April has witnessed some of the most pivotal moments in American history. Let's take a journey through this remarkable month and discover why April truly deserves its place in the spotlight.
Mar 31


The Victory Book Campaign: When Books Became Weapons of Hope
The Victory Book Campaign
Mar 20
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