I Know Dogs Love Water, But This Guy Is Taking It A Bit Far!
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A Rottweiler named Lena absolutely LOVES the water! Her favorite place to enjoy the water isn't in a lake, a pond, or an ocean though, it's in the shower!
World Embroiled in Conflict Pauses to Reflect on the “War to End All Wars”
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All across Europe, former enemies and long-time allies are joining together, marking one-hundred years since the German Empire invaded Belgium and launched World War I. Once thought to be “the war to end all wars,” the conflict only marked the start of a tumultuous century of unprecedented bloodshed. With a century of hindsight, veteran Dan Doyle takes the opportunity to reflect on the inherited legacy of the Great War.
Against Tremendous Odds, a Small Coast Guard Crew Turned a Suicide Mission into a Cause for Celebration
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The history of the U.S. Coast Guard stretches back 224 years to the founding of the Revenue Cutter Service on August 4, 1790. For more than two centuries, this small and often overlooked branch of the military has served our nation during times of peace and war, living up to their motto, Semper Paratus, or “Always Ready.” An especially terrible storm during the winter of 1952 would test this resolve, pitting one small crew against enormous odds...
Soldier Has A Big Surprise For Family At Vikings Game
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His family was there for Military Appreciation Day...
The Real Cause of the Civil War
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The American Civil War has origins further back than most people realize. Politicians in the North and South were divided on the issue of slavery as early as 1820 -- the year of the Missouri Compromise. The compromise allowed slavery in the newest state in the Union, Missouri, but banned it within the remainder of the Louisiana territory. However, thirty-four years later, the Missouri Compromise was overturned by the Kansas-Nebraska Act of 1854 -- which allowed the two new, independent territories (Kansas and Nebraska) to decide for themselves whether or not to allow slavery. The North, foreseeing a possible future of nationwide legal slavery, indignantly fought the measure, but it was ultimately signed into law by President Franklin Pierce. The result was a bitter divide between politicians of the North and South, and a significant shift in the political weather of the United States.
Navy Husband’s Sweet Surprise You Have To See For Yourself!
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This Navy officer wanted to surprise his beautiful wife and daughter!
Here’s The Celebration The Coast Guard Deserves
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Michigan hosts the largest celebration of the Coast Guard in the country.
Aw! This Is A Brother And Sister Reunion You Don’t Want To Miss!
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A younger brother made his sister's wedding day unforgettable when he surprised her by showing up when he was supposed to be overseas!
From the Front Lines to the Fairway – These Wounded Veterans Have Found a New Form of Therapy
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For many returning veterans, readjusting to civilian life can be a challenge. For those that suffered grievous physical and mental trauma, simple activities we take for granted can be a monumental challenge. One group of vets are overcoming their wounds and finding peace in the least likely of places: a local golf course.
In Miraculous Move, Senators Reach Compromise to Fix VA – Now Can It Pass the House?
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After the typical political theatrics, the Veterans Affairs Committee announced a bipartisan agreement to start fixing the VA and helping the veterans relying on the troubled department. As with any compromise, however, not all parties are pleased with the resulting bill, and it now faces hurdles in the House of Representatives. But does it cover the most important facet – protecting our veterans from further neglect?