Benicia Veterans Memorial Hall

08/16/2024

National Airborne Day honors the brave paratroopers and airborne service members who take to the skies in their mission to protect our freedom. Their courage and bravery represents their sacred oath to protect our nation at all costs. Thank you for your service! Let us know about your jumps in the comments!

08/16/2024

Happy National Airborne Day! The 29th Infantry Division conducted the first official U.S. military parachute jump at Fort Benning, Georgia on Aug. 16, 1940. Today over 10,000 military personnel go through the Basic Airborne Course every year!

08/16/2024

It’s Friday: Are you wearing your red?

08/16/2024

Let’s take a moment to remember and honor our deployed service members. Your bravery and sacrifices are deeply appreciated. Thank you for keeping us safe.

08/16/2024

08/16/2024

08/16/2024

It's National Airborne Day! 🪂️ Make sure to thank a paratrooper today! We are grateful for each service member defending our country. 📸: DVIDS

08/15/2024

Credits to one of our members, Hector Fulgencio, who operates a non-profit on Mare Island dedicated to helping troubled kids. They're hosting a Luau, so if you're looking for a good time and want to donate to a good cause, come check it out!

08/14/2024

“Roger that! Thank you, Sir.”
~Lt. Murphy’s last known words while making an emergency satellite call for help for his team.

08/14/2024

Honoring Army Sgt. Edward J. Frank II who selflessly sacrificed his life thirteen years ago today in Afghanistan for our great Country. Please help me honor him so that he is not forgotten.

https://thefallen.militarytimes.com/army-sgt-edward-j-frank-ii/6567937

08/14/2024

Today we celebrate Navy SEAL Jason Workman's heavenly birthday. He would have been 46 years old today. Sadly, he perished along with 29 of his brothers in the 8.6.11 tragedy in Afghanistan. Please help me honor his life and his legacy and to make sure that he is never forgotten!

Learn more about his life by following this link:
https://www.travismanion.org/fallen-heroes/sco-seal-jason-workman-usn/

08/14/2024

Honoring Marine Staff Sgt. Michael A. Bock who selflessly sacrificed his life fourteen years ago today in Afghanistan for our great Country. Please help me honor him so that he is not forgotten.

http://thefallen.militarytimes.com/marine-staff-sgt-michael-a-bock/4748452

08/14/2024

08/07/2024

🎖️ Honoring Purple Heart recipients on !

Did you know, as a Purple Heart recipient, you may be eligible for education benefits under the Post-9/11 GI Bill? Learn more about your benefits at https://www.va.gov/education/about-gi-bill-benefits/post-9-11/ and start planning your educational journey today!

08/07/2024

On this , we honor and salute the brave men and women who have sacrificed so much in service to our country. Their courage and dedication inspire us every day.

Let’s take a moment to remember and thank our wounded and fallen heroes.


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George Washington created the “Badge for Military Merit,” now known as the Purple Heart, 242 years ago, making it the oldest U.S. military award.

Today, we honor Purple Heart recipients and their loved ones for their service.

“Courage isn’t a brilliant dash, a daring deed in a moment’s flash; It isn’t an instantaneous thing born of despair with a sudden spring, but it’s something deep in the soul of man that is working always to serve some plan.”
- Edgar A. Guest

08/07/2024

Today, our nation recognizes Purple Heart recipients. The day gives us a chance to reflect & honor the bravery of those who fought & risked their lives for the United States.

To learn more about the Purple Heart:
https://www.defense.gov/News/Feature-Stories/story/Article/1650949/the-purple-heart-americas-oldest-medal/

08/07/2024

I am honored to know many Purple Heart recipients. Many of them don't consider themselves heroes, but they will always be that to me...

-Yoda

08/05/2024

And now for our August 2024 calendar -

08/04/2024

08/04/2024

The first paratroopers to be dropped on Normandy were the pathfinders. These teams, each consisting of a lieutenant as the element leader, four transmission operators, and four paratroopers responsible for overall security, were deployed into enemy territory without initial marking, relying solely on terrain observation and navigation calculations aboard the C-47 Dakota.

The Pathfinders' mission was to secure drop zones (DZ) and landing zones (LZ) ahead of the arrival of the airborne fighting companies. They utilized "Eureka" transceivers, which sent pulses picked up by "Rebecca" transceivers installed under the C-47s' fuselages, guiding the pilots. Additionally, these transceivers could send short Morse messages between pilots and scouts.

Equipped with both day and night markings, the Pathfinders prepared for the arrival of reinforcements, which were scheduled to be air-dropped and air-transported on June 6, 1944, at 21:00.

08/04/2024

Callie's Collections Corner - 2017.030.0385 - Photo postcard of a WWI soldier. It identifies the soldier as Joe Brown in Benicia, CA. The card is to Amelia from her brother Joe.

08/04/2024

Happy 234th Birthday U.S. Coast Guard!
Semper Paratus

08/04/2024

The United States Coast Guard (USCG) is the maritime security, search and rescue, and law enforcement service branch of the United States Armed Forces and one of the country's eight uniformed services. The service is a maritime, military, multi-mission service unique among the United States military branches for having a maritime law enforcement mission with jurisdiction in both domestic and international waters and a federal regulatory agency mission as part of its duties. It is the largest coast guard in the world, rivaling the capabilities and size of most navies.

Happy Birthday Coasties...

-Yoda

08/04/2024

Happy Birthday Navy Divers! ⚓
Since August 1, 1882, when the first U.S. Navy divers plunged into the waters off Newport, Rhode Island, they have set the standard for bravery and innovation. From peacetime missions to every major conflict in history, these Sailors have continually advanced diving technology and tactics. Their dedication and skill have earned them numerous honors, including seven Medal of Honor recipients, the highest military accolade. Today, we celebrate their legacy of excellence and the enduring spirit that drives them to rise to every challenge. 🌊🔧

08/04/2024

Great news to start the weekend! 🥈 🇺🇸

The U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit's Sgt. Sagen Maddalena has won the Silver Medal in Women’s Three-Position Rifle at the Olympics in Paris.

This was not Sgt. Maddalena's first Olympic competition. Head to the comments for more about her other appearance in the Summer Games.

08/04/2024

GO USA!

Did you know we have ten Soldiers competing in Paris on behalf of Team USA 🇺🇸?

These incredible athletes have put in the work as service members and Soldiers and are ready to show the world what Be All You Can Be looks like.

We've posted the names of the competitors in the comments. ⤵️

08/04/2024

Today is the 234th birthday of the U.S. Coast Guard! Join us as we salute those who have served and those who are currently serving. Your dedication and bravery keep our waters safe.

08/04/2024

Congratulations to Army Captain Samantha Sullivan and the 2024 U.S. women's rugby team on bringing home the bronze medal! This is an incredible achievement, and we couldn't be prouder!

Team USA USA Rugby

08/04/2024

🎂 Happy 234th birthday to the U.S. Coast Guard! Thank you for your dedication and bravery to keep our waters safe every day. Cheers to many more years of service and excellence. Semper Paratus! 💪⚓