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Answering Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Call to Service

We celebrate his legacy of helping others each year on the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service – the same day we, as a nation, honor King and his contributions to America.

Nov 12, 2021
Soldier Scores Transition Touchdown with FedEx Football Fellowship and USO Pathfinder® Transition Program

Army veteran finds his path after the military with a little help from the USO Pathfinder® Transition Program, FedEx and the NFL.
Nov 10, 2021
Why Is Veterans Day on November 11th? What to Know About the History of This Federal Holiday

Veterans Day is a federal holiday that always falls on November 11. The reason why has both historic and symbolic roots dating back to World War I.
Nov 10, 2021
Understanding the Difference Between Memorial Day vs. Veterans Day

Understanding the nuances of Memorial Day vs. Veterans Day might seem confusing at first – they do both honor the military community – but a quick Google search (or a quick four-minute read of this story) will show you that these two federal holidays couldn’t be more different.

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