U.S. Army’s 242nd Birthday / Flag Day
I love Sgt. Joey Odoms’ voice. Beautiful!
THE U.S. ARMY
AMERICA’S FIRST NATIONAL INSTITUTION
U.S. Army uniforms through the years
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FLAG DAY 
Today is Flag Day, an annual observance of the Second Continental Congress’ official adoption of the stars and stripes in 1777. At the time, they “resolved that the flag of the 13 United States” be represented by 13 alternating red and white stripes and the union by 13 white stars in a blue field, “representing a new constellation.” Now, more than 200 years later and with an updated design, the flag is an American icon. Unfortunately, Pennsylvania is the only state to recognize it as a legal holiday.
U.S. Army Sergeant Joey Odoms’ audition to sing the National Anthem from Afghanistan. On 10 November 2016, he performed in Baltimore, Maryland.
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Farewell Salutes –
Dillion Baldridge – Youngsville, NC; US Army, Afghanistan, 101st…
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Thank you–and thanks to my favorite milblogger.
If you mean me, Jacqui – you know you are very welcome. I hope your son was able to celebrate the day as well [if he can’t be at home] at his base.
Thank you for sharing the Army’s birthday. They don’t always receive the kind recognition they deserve.