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19 Stories of Black U.S. Military History to Celebrate Juneteenth

Black service members have played crucial roles in the U.S. Armed Forces since the American Revolutionary War and continue to pave the way in today’s military. Here are 19 stories of Black U.S. military history to celebrate Juneteenth.

May 4, 2021
Meet the Designer of the 2021 USO T-shirt: Kit Hinrichs

Thousands of service members around the world voted on this year’s collectible USO T-shirt design, which was created by renowned graphic designer and American flag collector, Kit Hinrichs.
Apr 30, 2021
What is Military Appreciation Month?

Officially designated by Congress in 1999, Military Appreciation Month takes place every year throughout the entire month of May. Although the entire month is designated to honoring past and present military members and their families, there are several military holidays sprinkled throughout Military Appreciation Month itself, including Loyalty Day, VE Day, Military Spouse Appreciation Day, Mother’s Day, Armed Forces Day and Memorial Day.
Apr 27, 2021
USO Yokota Provides Support to the Military in Japan with a Team of Leading Ladies

Meet the USO staff at USO Yokota in Japan who are working hard to ensure service members and their families who are stationed overseas still have the support they need, even during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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