The next time you visit the airport, look at the tarmac and you’ll probably see numerous commercial airplanes with the American flag painted on their fuselage. In most cases, however, airplanes display the American flag backwards, meaning the stars are located in the upper-right corner rather than the upper-left corner. Regardless of size and type, […]
How to Celebrate National Flag Day
If you’re a patriotic American, you might be wondering how to celebrate Flag Day. Held annually on June 14, it’s an official federal holiday in the United States. Unfortunately, though, it’s often overshadowed by Independence Day, which is held just a few weeks after Flag Day. As a result, many people are unfamiliar with Flag […]
Can You Wash an American Flag?
Even if your American flag is mounted on a sturdy and secure pole, it will likely accumulate dirt over time. It may not happen overnight, but eventually you may notice patches of dirt and discoloration on your American flag. When this occurs, you might be wondering whether washing it is an acceptable practice to clean […]
What Happens If the American Flag Touches the Ground?
There’s no better way to show your patriotism than by flying an American flag in front of your home or business. While the stars represent each of the 50 states and the stripes represent each of 13 original colonies, the American flag is synonymous with freedom and independence. But what happens if your American flag […]
US Army Unveils Demo of Microsoft’s HoloLens 2
The U.S. Army is looking to use augmented reality to enhance the readiness and performance of soldiers on the battlefield. Last November, Microsoft secured a $480 million contract to provide the U.S. Army with its next-generation augmented reality-powered HoloLens 2 headsets. It appears the U.S. Army is now one step closer to using the headsets, […]
6 Important Reasons to Hire Veterans at Your Small Business
Do you operate a small business? According to the Small Business Administration (SBA), there are now 30.2 million U.S. small businesses – a number that grows larger each year. As a small business owner, though, you should consider hiring more veterans. While Hire a Veteran Day isn’t until July 25, it’s a smart business decision […]
Quilts of Valor Awarded to 37 US Veterans in Somerset County
Thirty-seven U.S. military veterans living in Somerset County, New Jersey have been awarded a Quilt of Valor, according to a report by the local news affiliate WJAC. The organization, which has been operating since 2003, offers healing through hand-stitched quilts. These aren’t just traditional quilts, however. Quilts of Valor are meticulously stitched using donated materials. […]
How to Keep Your American Flag From Wrapping Around the Pole
There’s no better way to show your patriotism than by displaying an American flag in front of your home or business. While the American flag historically represents the 13 original colonies and 50 states of the union, it has since become symbolic with freedom and independence — the values for which our nation stands. But […]
US Army Moves Forward With Next-Gen Weapons Project
The U.S. Army is moving forward with a project to develop new high-tech weapons for soldiers. Known as the Next Generation Squad Weapon (NGSW) project, it seeks to update and modernize the Army’s arsenal with new firearms. The Army first published a proposal for prototype designs on the Federal Business Opportunities portal. In the proposal, […]
Heads Up: It’s Veterans Patients Week
You’ve probably heard of Veterans Day. Held annually on Nov. 11, it’s an officially holiday in the United States that’s designed to recognize and honor our nation’s military veterans. But there’s another veterans holiday that shouldn’t be overlooked: Veterans Patients Week. What Is Veterans Patients Week? Veterans Week isn’t an officially recognized holiday like Veterans […]
