Even though he was off by two days John Adams predicted what the day would become:“The second day of July, 1776, will be the most…
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A lot of what we know about the Battle of Little Round Top (July 2, 1863) comes from the novel “Killer Angels” and the movie…
To The Color is sounded today as a salute to the National colors. The earliest notation of the modern call is found in the 1874…
What is the fanfare that is played before the president, a general or other high ranking official arrives?
Ruffles and Flourishes are sounded to render military honors and precede prescribed music for persons being honored.
ALL ARE WELCOME TO PARTICIPATE! 100 NIGHTS OF TAPS GETTYSBURG 2020is sponsored byThe Lincoln Fellowship of PennsylvaniaThe National Park ServiceTaps For Veterans Wendy Allen, Founder…
June 14 Flag Day HISTORY OF FLAG DAYIt’s one of those patriotic days that have few traditions surrounding it. No real parades, picnics or barbecue…
Retreat is a daily ceremony held at all military installations as the national flag is lowered at the end of the day. The ceremony of…
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