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Today’s ceremony at the #Thiepval Memorial marked 108 years since the Battle of the Somme. This 1932 monument honours the memory of 72,000 soldiers who went missing in #WWI. We remember their sacrifice with deep gratitude. Their legacy endures.

#LestWeForget https://t.co/U73QZgUlLP

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On National Medal of Honor Day, we pay tribute to those whose valor stood strong

4 recipients of the MoH prepare to lead an Armed Forces Day Parade in Chattanooga, Tenn. L-R - Paul Huff, Charles Coolidge & Raymond Cooley. Front - Alvin York, a recipient from #WWI

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RT @DoD_Outreach: Honoring the heroes of #WWI: The Daily Taps Program at the National World War I Memorial marks a milestone, as a bugler sounds the solemn bugle call for the 1,000th time. #HonorThem defense.gov/News/Feature-Sto…
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Don't miss the live broadcast today at 1:20 pm to witness the newly laid headstones of 17 Black soldiers from the 3rd Battalion, 24th Infantry Regiment, who served during the #WWI era at the Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery. dvidshub.net/webcast/33708
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RT @DoD_Outreach: Highlighting History: Dr. Frank Erdman Boston blazed a trail for the Black hospital and EMS community during #WWI. His courage and compassion continue to inspire us today. We honor his legacy this #BlackHistoryMonth and every day. defense.gov/News/Feature-Sto…
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#FunFactFriday 🎨✈️ During WWII, RCAF aircraft featured vibrant and distinctive nose art, reflecting the unique personalities and camaraderie of the aircrews. 🖌️👩‍✈️ #RCAFHistory #WWI #NoseArt #AviationArt

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Au @salondesmaires, point sur l’inscription récente de 139 sites funéraires et mémoriels🇫🇷🇧🇪au patrimoine mondial de l’@UNESCO_fr. Les propriétaires, les gestionnaires et les collectivités ont des responsabilités envers ces sites de mémoire de la #WWI. ⤵️defense.gouv.fr/sga/actualit…

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RT @DOD_Outreach: The @21stTSC color guard soldiers represented the United States at a celebration with @USAStrasbourg and @USEmbassyFrance in Chaâlons-en-Champagne to celebrate the 105th anniversary of the #ArmisticeDay, a beacon of hope that ended #WWI.

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Throughout #WWI and #WWII, many Native Americans served as Code Talkers for the @USArmy

These Code Talkers were from at least 14 Native Nations including, but not limited to, the Comanche, Cherokee, Assiniboine, Cheyenne, Chippewa, Choctaw, Cree, Crow, Sioux, and more.

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As an enemy torpedo hurtled toward the USS Cassin during #WWI, @usnavy sailor Osmond Ingram ran toward the danger to offload explosives that would make the impending blast worse. He succeeded, but at the expense of his own life. #MedalofHonor defense.gov/News/Feature-Sto…

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RT @Army_Comd_Armee: Thomas Charles Longboat was born #OTD in 1886. He represented Canada at the 1908 Olympics and served as a dispatch runner in #WWI.

#CanadaRemembers this remarkable #Indigenous veteran. https://t.co/RXy9HTc0ro

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The remains of an unknown U.S. soldier who fought during #WWI were discovered in France and now have found their final resting place. Earlier this month, a full-honors military burial occurred at Oise-Aisne American Cemetery for the fallen hero. #HonorThem
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#ICYMI, Fort Polk was redesignated as Fort Johnson on June 13, 2023.

Click here ⤵️ army.mil/medalofhonor/johnso… to learn more about this American Hero!
Today, the @USArmy renames Louisiana’s Fort Polk military base "Joint Readiness Training Center and Fort Johnson" in honor of #MedalofHonor Recipient William Henry Johnson, a Black US soldier who went above and beyond the call of duty during #WWI. @CNN bit.ly/43YlqSm - Congressional Medal of Honor Society

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NEWS: U.S. #WWI Soldier Laid to Rest in France defense.gov/News/News-Storie…

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USEUCOM will commemorate #MemorialDay at all 21 @usabmc #WWI & #WWII cemeteries throughout Europe May 27-29, honoring the sacrifices of nearly 70,000 fallen service members buried on European soil. For information on schedules & coverage, go to tinyurl.com/4z7sscnv.

Source: U.S. European Command

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RT @Army_Comd_Armee: Inuit hunter and trapper John Shiwak died in battle #OTD in 1917. His burial site is unknown, but #CanadaRemembers his brave service as a sniper and scout in #WWI. https://t.co/RdjM5hT7VW

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On the 11th hour, of the 11th day, of the 11th month, 1918. The guns fell silent.
Today, a 104 years ago. A moving short recording of that moment when the #WWI ended (courtesy of the British Imperial War Museum). #LestWeForget
https://t.co/JVNwnbwmtH via @YouTube
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#MedalOfHonorMonday: During #WWI, while working on a fuel ship in the Atlantic, @USNavy Chief Gunner’s Mate Oscar Schmidt Jr. saved two fellow sailors during a moment of chaos. For his bravery, he earned the Medal of Honor. https://t.co/1tRh8OpYfP
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