Category Archives: EVENTS
AUTHOR TALK – 06 NOV 2023
AUTHOR TALK – IMAGES OF AMERICA – FORT MYER 06 NOVEMBER 2023 – 7 PM KINGSTOWNE LIBRARY ALEXANDRIA VIRGINIA
The US Army and Juneteenth
Juneteenth Happened Because of the US Army Commanded the District of Texas A Union Army General during the United States Civil War, Major General Gordon Granger was given command of the District of Texas on 10 JUN 1865. The behind-the-scenes … Continue reading
The Guns Platoon of 3d Infantry Regiment in ANC
Presidential Salute Battery – The BIG GUNS of “The Old Guard In the distance, the sound of cannon fire precisely timed echoes through the hallowed grounds of the Cemetery. Those attending the final honors of a loved one, friend, … Continue reading
MAY 01 Memories – Part 2 – TOG Reactivation Ceremony
A Diamond Anniversary – 75 Years and Counting! The Oldest Infantry Regiment in the United States Army was organized in 1784 and just celebrated its 75th Anniversary of reactivation – the date was April 6, 1948. Yet five years ago … Continue reading
2023 Twilight Tattoo at Fort Myer Virginia
History Through the Eyes of the American Soldier The U.S. Army’s Twilight Tattoo is an action-packed live military event featuring Soldiers from the U.S. Army Military District of Washington’s ceremonial units, the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), … Continue reading
The Second Battle of Manassas
The Second Battle of Manassas On August 30, 1862, the Second Battle of Manassas(or Bull Run) ended a long campaign in northern Virginia. The campaign had begun when Union forces attempting to invade the Southern capital at Richmond were defeated just … Continue reading
Tribute to a Hero – A Century of Life
19 August 2022 – Arlington National Cemetery Major General John “Jack” Kirk Singlaub USA (Ret.) was laid to rest today in Section 78 – Grave 329 after receiving full military honors. His life was full of important milestones and accomplishments… … Continue reading
Meriwether Lewis
Meriwether Lewis Explorer Meriwether Lewis, who joined William Clark to blaze a trail across the continent to the Pacific Ocean, was born on August 18, 1774, near Charlottesville, Virginia. Lewis and Clark Map, with annotations…by Meriwether Lewis. Manuscript map on paper, 1803. Discovery and Exploration. … Continue reading
Throwback Thursday 02 JUN 2022 – Salute From The Chief
Salute From The Chief A Salute From The Chief at Whipple Field on Fort Myer Virginia during a Twilight Tattoo by The Old Guard and The US Army Band. The Military District of Washington and soldiers from the 3rd United … Continue reading