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BYJessica Evans

Apr 5, 2023


Why we honor Gold Star Spouses Day

Each April 5, Gold Star Spouses Day celebrates the strength and sacrifice of military families. This special day is set…

Gold Star Spouses Day

BYJessica Evans

Apr 5, 2023

BYBethaney Phillips

Jun 16, 2022


The history behind the 24 notes in ‘Taps’

It’s a song that’s well known to military and civilians alike. Most commonly played at military funeral services, “full taps,”…

The history behind the 24 notes in ‘Taps’

BYBethaney Phillips

Jun 16, 2022

BYTim Kirkpatrick

Sep 12, 2019


Here’s how ‘Taps’ got its name

Everyone who has attended a military function or visited a base has heard the “Taps” melody fill the air. Traditionally performed live on a bugle or trumpet, “Taps” is one of the more popular songs, and one that tends to quiet spectat…

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BYTim Kirkpatrick

Sep 12, 2019

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