Landstar BCO team, Gretchen Darmetko and Angela Surette, volunteered their time to help haul a replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. Thanks to their efforts, the mobile exhibit made it back home to Washington, D.C. Read about the Wall That Heals mobile exhibit and two BCOs’ contribution to its 29th tour across the nation. https://lnkd.in/ehXVTRnF
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🇺🇸 Honoring Memorial Day: Remembering Our Heroes & Staying Safe on the Road 🇺🇸 This Memorial Day, we at RoadSafe Traffic Systems honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. As we gather with loved ones to remember and celebrate, let’s also prioritize safety on our roads. Did you know? Memorial Day is one of the busiest travel weekends of the year, with an estimated 42 million Americans hitting the road. According to the National Safety Council, there are typically over 37,000 accidents during the Memorial Day weekend. In 2022, nearly 400 fatalities occurred over the holiday weekend due to traffic accidents. RoadSafe Tips for a Safe Holiday Weekend: 1. Plan Ahead: Ensure your vehicle is in good condition and plan your route to avoid heavy traffic. 2. Buckle Up: Always wear your seatbelt and ensure all passengers do the same. 3. Stay Sober: Never drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Arrange for a designated driver if needed. 4. Stay Alert: Avoid distractions such as texting or using your phone while driving. 5. Follow Speed Limits: Adhere to speed limits and be mindful of road conditions. Fun Fact: Memorial Day was originally known as Decoration Day, a tradition that began after the Civil War to honor fallen soldiers by decorating their graves with flowers. This Memorial Day, let’s remember and honor our heroes by ensuring our travels are safe. Have a wonderful and safe holiday weekend! 🚗💙❤️ #MemorialDay #RoadSafeTrafficSystems #TravelSafe #HonorOurHeroes #SafetyFirst
I know LinkedIn is very corporate-focused, and a great place to learn and grow as an employee or employer. However, there are huge benefits in both of those areas in volunteering. Yes, I mean volunteering, not 'voluntolding' in the workplace!! I do a few things around the place, but one of the ones that brings me the most joy is my work with the Australian Fromelles Association. It's a role that unites two of my great loves, Australian military history (especially World War 1), and genealogy research. For years we've been gradually chipping away at identifying all of the unknown soldiers found (through the work of a Lambis Englezos, who is a retired teacher!) at Pheasant Wood in France, all killed in the Battle of Fromelles and buried in a mass grave. I spend about ten hours on the project every couple of months, using my expertise in South Australian records to deal with any SA-based angles other researchers have thrown up during the previous few weeks. I trawl BDM records, newspaper records, cemetery records and a few niche local sources to help find living relatives of WW1 soldiers that can then be approached to submit a DNA sample. If they are from SA, I'm the lead researcher and it's on me to find everything we have in SA that might lead to a living descendant. Last year, for the first time, a soldier I provided the primary research for was identified, and now he lies in a named grave rather than one dedicated to 'the unknown soldier'. Through my involvement in my school's France Trip, it's very likely that in years to come I will get to visit Oscar Baumann's named grave and know that was a gift I gave to him and to his family; a way to say 'thank you' for his service and sacrifice. If you don't currently have a genuine volunteer or community service role, I encourage you to take one on. Think about what skills you have and who might be able to make use of those. Dollars in the bank are not the only way to be rewarded. https://lnkd.in/ge_zH46b
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We are taught about the Lewis & Clark expedition in school. We are not taught that there was a black man who played a major role in the success of that expedition! His name was York. He was born to slave parents and served as William Clark's servant from a young age. As a teenager, he served as a trusted member of the expedition. His tracking/hunting skills are credited with helping the group reach the Pacific Ocean, despite the harsh weather and dangerous road conditions. In fact, York was praised for his skills: scouting, hunting, field medicine, foraging for food/water, and performing many heavy labor tasks. Lewis recorded in his diary that York saved him from certain death at the hands of a grizzly bear during the expedition. The Native nations treated York with great respect and he played an important role in diplomatic negotiations between the tribal leaders and the whites in his group… due to his dark skin and outgoing demeanor. When the expedition returned, every member received money and land for their services… except York. York asked William Clark to release him based on his leadership during the expedition. Clark refused. York begged to be reunited with his wife, who had been enslaved in Louisville. He even offered to work in Louisville and send Clark all of his earnings. Clark still refused, and in 1811 sold York to a brutal white man who kept him as a slave under harsh conditions until 1816. Nothing was written about York after 1816. Today we must honor York, a black man who made a difference in American history, but has been overlooked in American history books. York Statue - Louisville, KY
A once in a lifetime event, that you should not miss! Super Bowl New Orleans will be the Official Start of Marines 250 and the official end will the Commandant’s USMC Ball in Washington DC Navy/Marine Corps will have a Special Event in Philadelphia, PA in October which also expected to be the opening of the Tun So, what is the Ask to you? If you are a Marine and do not belong to the local Marine Corps League, Women Marine Association or Montford Point Marine Association for membership (local dues and DD214 are required) Need help finding a group, respond to this email for assistance. Send us Stories and pictures of Local Marine Heroes from Illinois, please send names, dates an accurate story for possible PR during Marine 250. We need to know USMC Veteran owned Businesses with Point of Contact, address, phone number, email address and type of business. We need to know Corporate Leaders that are Marine Veterans with Point of Contact, address, phone number, email address and type of business. Local Marine Corps League, Women Marine Association, Montford Point Marine Association, Marine Corps Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps, Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps or Young Marines who have “Organized” Color Guards – the plan is to have the Presentation of Colors at every Professional Sporting Event on Saturday or Sunday when they are in town. We are looking to have 2 “official” USMC Cake cuttings Daley Center in Chicago and Springfield State Capitol (need volunteer to take Point). Donations – individual or corporation sponsors for Marine Week 2 receptions (Corporate TBD) go to ChicagoMarines.com contact page under donation or mail checks to Marine Corps Coordinating Council of Illinois, 40557 N Minena St, Antioch, IL 60002 Donations to the Illinois Department of Illinois 5 Veteran Homes (Go to TheIllinoisMarine.com Donation Page) Proclamations to be posted on our website – we will have a recommendation for proclamation that you can use in your community at the village, city and county level proclaim the Historic Contributions of the Marines from their Community with 250 years of loyal and dedicated service. Do you have Marine License Plate for your Vehicle or Motorcycle? Participate in Community Relations Projects, School Presentations, etc. MANPOWER Looking for new members for the Coordinating Council – no dues, meeting is done online on 2nd Monday 1800 usually last 30 minutes and the best part No Pay! Major Part is the distribution of grant funds from the Illinois Marine License Plate Program I have 2 Volunteers since we initially mentioned Marine 250, but now is the time to step up to support the Marine 250 Events, especially during Marine Week. Go to ChicagoMarines.com website and contact us section. Other websites Or Coming Soon! The Tun Legacy Foundation (Active) Navy Marine Corps 250 (Active) Marine 250 Government (Coming Soon) Marine 250 (Marine Heritage Museum Coming Soon)
In the heart-pounding expedition that unfolded across the world's skies, there stood a daring crew made up of nine former US and Canadian Special Operators—the Legacy Expeditions Triple 7 Team. Their mission? Nothing short of breathtaking: to conquer 7 skydives, across 7 continents, all within the tight embrace of less than 7 days—#Triple7. One might argue that such a feat could only belong to the realm of fantasy. Yet, against all odds, these brave souls dared to challenge the very limits of possibility. On January 15, 2023, in just over 6 days and 6 hours, the guys did it, setting 4 world records, and making the seemingly impossible, POSSIBLE. What sets this expedition apart is not merely the statistics, the logistics, or the clock-ticking countdown. It's the unyielding spirit that fueled their every jump—a spirit forged in the fires of camaraderie and sacrifice. For these warriors, each jump was more than just a ticking a checkbox to set a world record... it was a solemn tribute to the brothers they had lost in the line of duty. Their mission was a symphony of bravery, an ode to those who had given everything in service to their country. They kept alive the legacies of their fallen brothers in arms, ensuring that their names would echo through the ages. “Legacies never die if their selfless stories continue to be told!” See this incredible feat on the big screen during the upcoming red-carpet screenings of "Triple 7: They Said It Couldn't Be Done" between May 11-16 in NYC, Tampa, Austin, Dallas & LA. Proceeds from each ticket sale will support Folds of Honor, an incredible organization that provides life-changing scholarships to the spouses and children of America’s fallen or disabled military. Learn more about the upcoming screenings and get your tickets online today at legacyexpeditions.com.
“Don’t worry, Mom. I’m with the boys—that’s as good as it gets.” 🇺🇸 Jump #1 | January 6, 2023 | Union Glacier Camp, Antarctica 🇦🇶 The Triple 7 Expedition commenced with a daring leap into the frigid heart of Antarctica, setting the tone for a journey fraught with significance. At each DZ, the team paid homage to one of their fallen brothers-in-arms. For Mike Sarraille, this jump held special significance as he honored his teammate, U.S. Navy SEAL, MA2 Michael “Mikey” Monsoor. On September 29, 2006, Michael “Mikey" Monsoor jumped on a grenade in Ramadi, Iraq, to save three of his teammates: Benny Oleson, Doug Wallace, and Triple 7 Team Lead, Mike Sarraille. Born April 5, 1981, “Mikey” was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor after the most selfless act possible. This expedition was deeply personal to each and every one involved. This is about keeping the memories of our fallen alive… and trying to make a difference for the better. 🪂 NEVER FORGET. FOREVER HONOR 🪂 We invite you to join us at the theatrical release of “Triple 7: They Said It Couldn’t Be Done” during the upcoming red-carpet premieres May 11-16 in New York City, Tampa, Austin, Dallas, and Los Angeles. A portion of all ticket sales goes to support Folds of Honor, educating the families of those who have paid the ultimate price to protect OUR freedoms and families. Secure your spot today—legacyexpeditions.com. Andy Stumpf Logan Stark Jariko Denman Glenn Cowan James Wigginton, Managing Partner-True North Kristian Krempel ONE9 Efdyn Inc OVERWATCH Austin Gamblers WHOOP Ruck Sox Black Rifle Coffee Company MT6 Media Talent War Group Tamara Colbert, MA, APR Will Sharman Samantha Montanez Reggie Lyn Sembrano Jerome Vizcarra Taylor McCray Ryan Norton Frog Fuel Complete Parachute Solutions, Inc Ventus Respiratory Technologies Doc Parsley's Sleep Remedy SanDisk Professional American Airlines Boost Oxygen #Triple7 #TheySaidltCouldntBeDone #MoviePremiere #NeverForget #ForeverHonor #Skydiving #WorldRecord #LegacyExpeditions #LegacyStudios #FoldsOfHonor #FlyingForFolds #HonorTheLegacy #Veterans #RememberTheFallen #LLTB #USNavy #NavySEAL
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🏃♂️ The Journey of Resilience and Inspiration: Watch My 5K Walk/Run at Westgate Resorts (Video Link Below) For me, this wasn’t just another race it was a journey through physical pain, emotional highs and lows, and the relentless determination that comes with being a disabled veteran. The video I’ve created from this experience is more than just a race recap. It’s a story. A story of setting goals, overcoming obstacles, and proving to myselfand hopefully to all of you that disability is not a barrier to achieving dreams. 🌟 Why you should watch: • It’s a rollercoaster of emotions one that mirrors life’s ups and downs. • It showcases the grit and perseverance it takes to accomplish a task that once seemed impossible. • It’s a reminder that while we can’t change the past, we absolutely have the power to shape our future. I invite you to watch this video and reflect on your own challenges. Let it remind you that no matter how tough the journey gets, you have the strength to keep going. If I can push through my limits, so can you. 🎥 Watch, share, and let me know how it resonates with you. Let’s spread the message that resilience knows no bounds. THERESA IRVING #Inspiration #Veterans #Resilience #NeverGiveUp #WestgateResorts #GoalSetting #5KRun #DisabledVeteran #DreamBig #TheFluffyPoodle #MotiveFateLLC Video link here: https://lnkd.in/eCD8R5Nm
The holiday season is synonymous with celebrations, joy, and togetherness, making it the perfect time for parties and live events. Here are some examples to spark your creativity and inspire your next celebration. Subscribe to our newsletter for more ideas: https://lnkd.in/g5N3YRe #Markeys #MarkeysNewsletter #LiveEvents #Celebrations #EventPlanning
How can it be Memorial Day weekend already? This holiday marks the unofficial start of summer, and it’s a time to reflect on the sacrifices of our fallen heroes. In my latest blog, I share my mantra of living with Wild Abandon – joyfully gathering with friends and family – and the importance of honoring Memorial Day. Check out my blog for more insights and reflections.
Unfold the Story: Explore Our Historic Salvation Army Flags Visit our Heritage Center today and discover the rich history of The Salvation Army through our iconic flags on display. Experience the Legacy 1. Early Day Flags See the original flags used by William Booth and the founders of The Salvation Army. 2. War-Time Banners Learn about the role of The Salvation Army during times of conflict. 3 International Flags Explore the diverse flags representing The Salvation Army's global mission Interactive Exhibits 1 Flag Timeline Trace the evolution of our flags through the years. 2 Salvation Army History Engage with interactive displays showcasing our organization's impact. 3 Personal Stories Hear from Salvation Army members who served under these flags.
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