http://www.usa-patriotism.com New patriotic content listings at USA Patriotism! and other news about patriotic happenings in America USA Patriotism! 2002 - 2008 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/images/usap100.jpg http://www.usa-patriotism.com USA Patriotism! RSS Feed for new patriotic content listings at USA Patriotism! and other news about patriotic happenings in America. http://www.usa-patriotism.com/heroes/silver/pixler_r.htm ...Still dazed by the carnage, Pixler exemplified the strength of an army soldier by ignoring his injuries ... For his bravery under such austere conditions and his tenacity in the face of adversity, he earned the prestigious Silver Star medal. Pixler considers it not an award for himself but, “an award for every single one of the soldiers that were out there, and the ones that can’t come home.” Heroes 05 Sept 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0905.htm Photo - U.S. Army Spc. Jacquelyn Smith hands out bottles of water and boxes of meals, ready-to-eat to a citizen affected by Hurricane Gustav in Baton Rouge, LA Patriotic Photos 05 Sept 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/articles/wt/survivor_attack-01.htm "The emotional trauma caused by memories of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attack on the Pentagon have dulled some for survivor Patrick Smith, but the pain will never leave him..." Articles John J. Kruzel 04 Sept 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0904.htm Photo - The America Supports You Freedom Walk on September 7th is a national tradition that calls on people to reflect on the lives lost on September 11, 2001, remember those who responded, honor our veterans past and present and renew our commitment to freedom and the values of our country... Patriotic Photos 04 Sept 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0903a.htm Three photos related to efforts associated with Hurricane Gustav Patriotic Photos 03 Sept 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0902.htm Photo - Members of the Louisiana Air National Guard medical team assist a special-needs resident as she prepares to be evacuated before the arrival of Hurricane Gustav at the Union Passenger Terminal Station in New Orleans on Aug. 30, 2008. Patriotic Photos 02 Sept 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/articles/wt/family_memorial-01.htm "A group of family members, survivors and first responders shared their thoughts about 9/11 while visiting the nearly completed Pentagon Memorial..." Articles Gerry J. Gilmore 01 Sept 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0901.htm Photo - U.S. Army Sgt. Whitney Houston sits in a Stryker armored vehicle decorated with a hint of patriotism, en route to a controlled fire mission, in Tarmiyah, Iraq. Patriotic Photos 01 Sept 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0831.htm Grapevine High School Cheerleaders, Grapevine, TX, donated sheets, towels, blankets, pajamas and children's books and postage to send 45 Victory Boxes to children in the pediatric hospital Kabul, Afghanistan. Patriotic Photos 31 Aug 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0830.htm Servicemembers representing all branches of the U.S. military services spread an American flag across Qualcom Stadium in San Diego during the halftime show of a pre-season Chargers game for the 20th annual Military Appreciation Day. Patriotic Photos 30 Aug 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0829.htm U.S. Navy sailors from the 7th Fleet ceremonial band perform during a change of command ceremony for the amphibious dock landing ship USS Harpers Ferry. Patriotic Photos 29 Aug 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/heroes/silver/rowell_f.htm In these two events, Rowell’s heroism was undeniable. By ignoring his own safety and using his body as a shield to protect a wounded soldier in 2003, he earned the Silver Star. For coming to the aid of another wounded soldier and displaying steadfast courage under harrowing fire in 2007, he earned the Bronze Star Medal with Valor... Heroes 28 Aug 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0828.htm Two posters of the U.S. Marine Corps flag with a verse from "The Marines" hymn and the Eagle, Globe, and Anchor with other scenes. Patriotic Photos 28 Aug 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/poems/wt/johnny_joe-01.htm I was taken to a park one day ... To sit and rest awhile ... When before me stood a little girl ... With a very pretty smile... Poems Franklin C. Spriggs 27 Aug 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0827a.htm Two Photos - President George W. Bush addresses the Veterans of Foreign Wars National Convention and greets many of the attendees. Patriotic Photos 27 Aug 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/articles/hp/runners_heroes.htm "It started as a leap of faith, but more than 10 million steps later, a 10-man relay team arrived here, at what the memorial run’s organizer called the most sacred place in America..." Articles Samantha L. Quigley 26 Aug 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0826.htm Photo - President Bush with Keela Carr, who was recognized by the U.S. Army's Freedom Team Salute Program and named its 500th Volunteer Ambassador in recognition of her 2008 2,700-mile, trans-America Journey of a Thousand Thanks to honor and thank all soldiers and veterans. Patriotic Photos 26 Aug 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/poems/cf/freedom_flag-02.htm We see our flag most every day ... It hangs above our homes, our schools and our courts ... We wear it on our clothes... Poems Kathleen W . Rodgers 25 Aug 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/heroes/bronze/hamill_j.htm The Major General of the 82nd Airborne at the time exclaimed that then-Petty Officer James Hamill "prevented the bomber from inflicting catastrophic casualties," and praised his "extraordinary heroism" and "total dedication to duty." For his acts that day, he was awarded the Purple Heart for his wounds and the Bronze Star Medal with Valor for standing his ground against the suicide bomber... Heroes 25 Aug 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0825.htm Photo - Members of the Florida National Guard's Company D, 1st Battalion, 124th Infantry Regiment enter the Lamplighter Village mobile home park in Melbourne, Fla., to evacuate residents. Patriotic Photos 25 Aug 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0824.htm Photo - Operation Thank You printed 10,000 “thank you” cards to be signed during the “Faith, Family, and Freedom” Patriotic Celebration festival at Knights Stadium in the Charlotte, NC area. Patriotic Photos 24 Aug 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0823.htm Photo - U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Jordan Gogov stands guard during convoy operations training at Creech Air Force Base, Nevada. Patriotic Photos 23 Aug 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0822.htm Photo - U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Henry S. Good hangs upside down during a daily exercise routine at an outdoor gym, Camp Fallujah, Iraq. Patriotic Photos 22 Aug 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/articles/tv/children_camp.htm And for 24 children of soldiers stationed in Europe, it provided a break from the realities of having a parent deployed to global hotspots such as Iraq and Afghanistan... Articles Ray Johnson 21 Aug 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0821.htm Photo - U.S. Navy sailors conduct mooring operations as the guided-missile destroyer USS McFaul arrives for a port visit to Souda Bay, Crete. Patriotic Photos 21 Aug 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/articles/tv/army_skeet.htm U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit shotgun shooter Pfc. Vincent Hancock set two Olympic records and prevailed in a four-target shoot-off against Norway’s Tore Brovold to win the gold medal in men’s skeet on the Beijing Shooting Range... Articles Tim Hipps 20 Aug 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/heroes/bronze/russell_b.htm Thanks to his extraordinary efforts, Major Brian Russell helped transform an entire Iraqi battalion into an effective fighting force, a feat for which he was awarded the Bronze Star Medal... Heroes 20 Aug 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0820.htm Photo - Color guard members from Coast Guard Sector Baltimore, leave the field following the National Anthem at the 9th Annual Cal Ripken World Series... Patriotic Photos 20 Aug 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/heroes/bronze/dixon_r.htm Captain Dixon’s efforts to get the brave men of the Iraqi Army operational and trained to the highest standards possible were invaluable. His achievements earned him the Bronze Star... Heroes 19 Aug 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0819.htm Photo - Sgt. Maj. Carlton W. Kent, Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, talks with Marines at the Camp Baharia Mess Hall in Iraq. Patriotic Photos 19 Aug 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/articles/hp/distinguished_again.htm On July 28, 2008 U.S. military leaders flew into Bagram Air Base, Afghanistan and presented the Legion of Merit medal to Command Sergeant Major VanNatta... Articles Jim VanNatta 18 Aug 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/heroes/bronze/gouak_s.htm Thanks to Staff Sergeant Stephen Gouak’s actions during his deployment, his team cleared an extraordinary amount of explosives. Without these efforts, many lives, coalition and Iraqi, would have been lost. He was awarded the Bronze Star Medal for his overall achievements in Iraq. Heroes 18 Aug 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0818.htm Photo - Pfc. Vincent Hancock of the U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit wins the Olympic skeet gold medal. Patriotic Photos 18 Aug 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0817.htm Photo - U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Dremiel Byers lifts Sweden's Jalmar Sjoberg during a quarterfinal match of the 2008 Olympic Greco-Roman 120-kilogram tournament in Beijing. Patriotic Photos 17 Aug 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0816.htm Photo - The family of U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. James Kovalscik waits for him to return to Gowen Field in Boise, Idaho from a deployment for Operation Enduring Freedom. Patriotic Photos 16 Aug 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/heroes/bronze/mora_e.htm Because of his courageous actions and steadfast determination, Sergeant Ezequiel Mora helped save the lives of several of his fellow soldiers and as a result, was awarded the Bronze Star with Valor... Heroes 15 Aug 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0815.htm Photo - Two hundred fifty U.S. sailors on board USS Kitty Hawk display a 1,065-foot homecoming pennant on the flight deck as the ship approaches Naval Air Station North Island, CA. Patriotic Photos 15 Aug 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/heroes/bronze/sparrow_s.htm Second Lieutenant Scott Sparrow of the United States Army was awarded the fourth highest honor in the United States military, the Bronze Star for leading over 200 missions to clear and secure the treacherous, but essential, roads near al Ramadi, Iraq... Heroes 14 Aug 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0814.htm Photo - U.S. Air Force Academy basic cadet James Franklin, left, takes a shot from basic cadet Jonathan Newman during the men's Big Bad Basic finals at the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado. Patriotic Photos 14 Aug 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/articles/tv/soldier_record.htm Spc. Walton Glenn Eller III, of the U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit, set two Olympic records en route to winning a gold medal in double trap at the Beijing Shooting Range here yesterday... Articles Tim Hipps 13 Aug 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0813.htm Photo of President George W. Bush and former President George H.W. Bush joining U.S. Ambassador to China Sandy Randt in the ribbon-cutting ceremony at the U.S. Embassy in Beijing On August 8, 2008. Patriotic Photos 13 Aug 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/performance/feyka_jm-01.htm Song / video written, composed, and performed by Jilly Songs and Videos Jilly 12 Aug 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0812.htm President Bush with the U.S. Olympic men's baseball team on Monday Aug. 11, 2008, at the 2008 Summer Olympic Games in Beijing, China. Patriotic Photos 12 Aug 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/articles/ne/georgia_troops.htm The idea of getting people involved in a letter-writing campaign to reach all servicemembers currently serving in Iraq and Afghanistan -- about 178,000 -- may seem a little far-fetched for the average person, but Cody Anderson is by no means “average.” Articles Sharon Foster 11 Aug 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0811a.htm Photos of USA Olympians in China on August 10, 2008 including several with President George W. Bush. Patriotic Photos 11 Aug 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0810a.htm Photos of USA Olympians in China on August 9, 2008 including several with President George W. Bush. Patriotic Photos 10 Aug 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0809a.htm Photos of President George W. Bush meeting with members of the USA team during the 2008 Olympics Opening Ceremony in China. Patriotic Photos 09 Aug 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/articles/tv/bush_efforts.htm "During a visit today to the South Korean capital city of Seoul, President Bush thanked U.S. and South Korean troops for their efforts during the global war on terrorism..." (Link to video of President Bush remarks after article Articles Gerry J. Gilmore 08 Aug 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0808.htm Photo of President George W. Bush shaking hands with one of the many troops he met following his remarks at the U.S. Army Garrison-Yongsan. Patriotic Photos 08 Aug 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/articles/tv/warbride_iraq-01.htm "Army Spc. Gina Keller, a war bride and a military mother in addition to being a soldier, said her service is the realization of a dream she had for more than 20 years..." Articles Army Sgt. David Turner 07 Aug 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0807.htm Twin singing sensations, Ariel and Zoey partnered with The Thank You Foundation to honor the children of wounded troops. Patriotic Photos 07 Aug 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/speeches/gwb_080408.htm In a moving address . . . President George W. Bush thnaks our brave troops for their efforts. Speeches 06 Aug 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0806a.htm Seven photos of President George W. Bush thanking the troops and meeting with them and their families. Patriotic Photos 06 Aug 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/articles/tv/recalled_teacher-01.htm "Six months ago, Army Maj. Donald Crider was teaching high school physics in Seattle. Today, he’s assigned to the 1st Cavalry Division’s 4th Brigade Combat Team, flying helicopters in southeastern Iraq..." Articles Army Pfc. Terence Ewings 05 Aug 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/quotes/others-04.htm Patruituc quotes by Thomas Paine are now listed at USA Patriotism! Quotes 05 Aug 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0805.htm A Navy F/A-18 Super Hornet assigned to the "Tomcatters" of Strike Fighter Squadron 31 makes a successful landing onto the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt... Patriotic Photos 05 Aug 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0804.htm Marines line up to shake the hand of Ivan Glen Speer, an Army veteran who served during World War II ... Speer was one of the first 18-year-olds to be drafted to go to war... Patriotic Photos 04 Aug 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/store/collectibles/coins01.htm Collectible coins honoring Independence Day, Lady Liberty, U.S. Presidents, and World War II are mow available in the USA Store. USA Store 03 Aug 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/heroes/ Silver Star and Bronze Star recipients are now being recognized under Heroes along with Medal of Honor and Cross recipients. Heroes 02 Aug 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0802.htm The 8th Air Force Museum on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., created a memorial on July 24, 2008, to remember the crewmembers of Raider 21, the B-52 Stratofortress that crashed near Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. Patriotic Photos 02 Aug 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/poems/cf/founding_fathers-01.htm How wonderful it would be ... to sit down with Washington, Jefferson, Franklin ... and the other Founding Fathers ... to see what they would say ... about how our beloved USA ... has come to be today ... from that very special day ... after independence won... Poems David G. Bancroft 01 Aug 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/reference/founders/delegates.htm USA Patriotism! has listed the Founding Fathers (delegates) to the Constitutional Convention and their biographies in its America's Birth section. Other information about the Constitutional Convention is also available. Announcements 01 Aug 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/articles/tv/songwriting-01.htm "A Marine in Fallujah pens a song about standing watch. A sailor stationed in Hawaii scribbles a lullaby for his son while in the Iraqi desert. A soldier raps into a tape recorder to entertain..." Articles Sharon Foster 01 Aug 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0801.htm Coast Guard Cutter Waesche sits fully decorated and waits to become part of the Coast Guard's fleet Patriotic Photos 01 Aug 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0731.htm Thanks to the sacrifice and heroism of Sergeant James Witkowski . . . He was posthumously awarded the Silver Star. Heroes 31 Jul 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/graphics/flash/clocks.htm Patriotic flash clocks are now available for free display on the sites of USA Patriotism! visitors. Patriotic Graphics 31 Jul 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/articles/tv/wheelchair_games-01.htm "Veterans Affairs Secretary James B. Peake, who opened the competition July 25, called it a big part of the veterans’ rehabilitation and said the games provide “a therapeutic extension” of the top-notch health care veterans receive in VA medical centers." Articles Donna Miles 30 Jul 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0730.htm Volunteers gather for a Forgotten Soldiers Outreach's packing event, "Christmas in July." Patriotic Photos 30 Jul 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/sites/personal-05.htm Patriotic site listed Patriotic Sites 30 Jul 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/students/essays/why_patriot-01.htm "... I think of freedom and of how honored I am to live in a country free of terrorists and slavery..." Students > Essays Benjamin Forshee 29 Jul 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0729.htm Texas National Guard soldiers carry a woman stranded by flood waters caused by Hurricane Dolly to a waiting truck near Harlingen, Texas. Patriotic Photos 29 Jul 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/gap/franklin_b.htm USA Patriotism! honors one of America's greatest of all time . . . "Where liberty is, there is my country." Honored Americans 28 Jul 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/articles/tv/neurologist_iraq.htm A doctor from Montgomery Village, Md., brings especially important skills to the combat theater... Articles Army Pfc. Michael Schuch 28 Jul 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0728.htm Marine Gen. James E. Cartwright, vice chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and Korean War veterans pause during a moment of silence at Tri County Korean War Memorial dedication ceremony. Patriotic Photos 28 Jul 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0726.htm Sergeant Charles Claude of the United States Army went out on patrol like any other in Mosul, Iraq, but soon found himself in a life or death struggle that would pin him and his unit against an ambush perpetrated by fanatical terrorists... Heroes 26 Jul 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/poems/cf/whose_stars-01.htm I've waved my tattered body across many a battlefield ... My proudest moment was being raised up in victory... Poems Gerald Schaefer 25 Jul 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0725.htm Sailors aboard the USS Carter Hall watch the amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima Patriotic Photos 25 Jul 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/heroes/cross/erickson_b.htm Capt. Brian Erickson, a pilot from the 75th Fighter Squadron, was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross with Valor on July 11, 2008 . . . Capt. Brian Erickson, 75th FS chief of mission planning, earned the medal while deployed to Bagram Air Base, Afghanistan, for providing ground alert close air support to a German Provincial Reconstruction Team who was under nighttime fire from insurgents in a valley of the Hindu-Kush mountains... Heroes 24 Jul 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/articles/tv/former_ministry.htm "Army Chaplain (Capt.) Eric Light gives a weekly sermon and is available for counseling whenever a soldier might need it. But he is not your ordinary chaplain...." Articles Army Spc. Justin Snyder 24 Jul 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0724.htm See photo of affectionate reunion of a Marine and his fiancé from an overseas deployment. Patriotic Photos 24 Jul 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/performance/gamble_k-01.htm Listen to this "new piece of music reflecting a deeply-held sentiment of empowerment, patriotism and pride" that is written and performed by Kenneth Gamble with featuring superstar Patti Labelle and the orchestra and choir of Philadelphia’s Temple University. Songs and Videos Kenneth Gamble 23 Jul 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0723.htm Soldiers hold up the American flag during the National Anthem before beginning a soccer game between U.S soldiers and citizens of Zaab, Iraq... Patriotic Photos 23 Jul 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/poems/cf/gso_country-01.htm God save our country! Please lift us up in these times of sorrow ... Help us Lord to keep our sights on you for a brighter tomorrow... Poems Suzanne Lauder 22 Jul 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0722.htm U.S. Air Force explosive ordnance disposal personnel of the 447th Air Expeditionary Group prepare a string of C-4 explosives before placing the charges... Patriotic Photos 22 Jul 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/articles/tv/mail_families.htm "When Patton’s tanks rolled across North African desert sands, letters of encouragement, love and support from family back home connected 1st Armored Division soldiers to loved ones left behind. Today, in the heat of Iraq’s deserts, mail continues to bridge the distance between “Iron Soldiers” and their families. Even in today’s age of advanced technological communications, nothing compares to being able to hold a letter or..." Articles Army Pfc. Michael Schuch 21 Jul 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0721.htm Civil Air Patrol Cadets discuss the Victory Box for sending to troops allowing them to do humanitarian missions to help children. Patriotic Photos 21 Jul 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0720.htm Soldier takes the oath of enlistment from his hospital bed at the 86th Combat Support Hospital in Baghdad, Iraq. Patriotic Photos 20 Jul 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0719.htm Brookins was given this award for protecting his fellow soldiers, by operating a defensive umbrella to prevent things from going wrong. Heroes 19 Jul 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/articles/cf/apolllo11_remembered.htm "Sunday July 20, 2008 will likely be a fairly typical summer day in America . . . Thirty nine years ago . . . Americans huddled around their TV sets and radios, listening to the almost unintelligible exchange of..." Articles Christopher Adamo 18 Jul 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0718.htm Soldiers at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, pose with members of the band Sevendust during a USO tour. Patriotic Photos 18 Jul 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/articles/tv/troops_to_teachers.htm "School districts around the country are desperate for the maturity and experience troops have gained through military service," said Robert Henry, who coordinates the Troops to Teachers Program for Maryland and the District of Columbia... Articles Donna Miles 17 Jul 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0717a.htm Enjoy viewing seven photos of the tee ball doubleheader games at the White House with the children, the President, Hall of Famers and others. Patriotic Photos 17 Jul 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0716.htm See the photo and more information about USAF Gen. T. Michael Moseley review of the troops during his retirement ceremony. Patriotic Photos 16 Jul 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/articles/tv/gates_patriotism.htm “Whenever I meet with troops, I am impressed by their resilience, their good humor, their courage, and their determination in the face of personal sacrifice,” Gates said to the more than 3,000 members of the group in Constitution Hall... Articles Jim Garamone 15 Jul 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0715.htm Navy LT Jessica Parker and twin sister Marine Corp Captain Jennifer Parker, got a pre-concert photo opportunity with the third generation entertainers, twins, The Nelsons. Gunnar and Matthew Nelson performed a free concert at Navy Lake, July 3rd. Patriotic Photos 15 Jul 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/articles/ne/restored_valor-01.htm ...Now, Levitt has a new addition: a fully restored 1931 Buick, airbrushed with the faces of 43 heroes who have served the country in the armed forces or as police officers, firefighters and other first responders. Levitt hopes to use his labor of love, which he’s named “Faces of Valor USA,” to raise money for scholarships and financial assistance for... Articles Donna Miles 14 Jul 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0714.htm Large photo of the restored 1931 painted Buick Faces of Valor USA with link to its associated article. Patriotic Photos 14 Jul 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0713.htm U.S. Navy Adm. Mike Mullen, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, awards the Silver Star to U.S. Army Capt. Gregory Ambrosia, Korengal Outpost, Afghanistan, July 11, 2008. (More informaiton with photo) Patriotic Photos 13 Jul 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0712.htm Marine Lt. Col. Chris Landry says hello to children as the Iraqi army and the national police bring security to the people of Iraq. (More informaiton with photo) Patriotic Photos 12 Jul 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/thoughts/viewforum.php?f=19 Visitors to USA Patriotism! are invited to share how they express their patriotism. Patriotic Thoughts 11 Jul 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/stories/our_declaration-01.htm So, I decided that we would do a reading of The Declaration of Independence. I searched the web for the text and printed it out . . . As I read it over - once again I was overwhelmed by the passion and commitment within those few short pages... Stories Leslie Clement 11 Jul 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0711.htm A boy says goodbye to USS Kitty Hawk as it departs Naval Station Pearl Harbor, Hawaii..."(More informaiton with photo) Patriotic Photos 11 Jul 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/poems/wt/into_dog-01.htm All through history man was born to struggle ... Surviving nature, disease, greed, and war... Poems Tom Zart 10 Jul 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/articles/lp/4thofjuly-01.htm We live in extraordinary times. Times that try men’s souls, as Thomas Paine would say. These are times that prod the individual to assess where he/she stands in regards to loyalty to God and country... Articles Felicia Benamon 10 Jul 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0710.htm On 8 Jul 08 the Pacific Family Support and Youth Programs in Hawaii received a check representing money donated by service members in the Hawaii-Pacific area during the 2007 Combined Federal Campaign. (More informaiton with photo) Patriotic Photos 10 Jul 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/articles/tv/soldiier_messages-01.htm He has the fast-flowing lips of a rap artist whose lyrics don’t stumble. His songs tell stories instead of just describing hanging emotions. He rhymes with passion and recites... Articles Army Staff Sgt. Michel Saure 09 Jul 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/sites/military_vets-09.htm Listed in Military and Veteran Sites Patriotic Sites 09 Jul 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/poems/cf/tfs_out-01.htm I am the United States Flag ... the symbol of many things... Poems John Leroy Maxwell 08 Jul 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0708.htm Confetti rains down at during the 35th Boston Pops Orchestra and Fireworks Spectacular in Boston, 4 Jul 08. (More informaiton with photo) Patriotic Photos 08 Jul 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/articles/lp/being_america-01.htm I need to clarify one of my aired comments ... I think every American is patriotic ... On the surface, listeners would conclude that I think those Americans who hate our country are patriotic. Well, I don't!" . . . A compelling view from the founder of USA Patriotism! about expressing patriotism including the importance of perception. Articles David G. Bancroft 07 Jul 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/poems/tv/backbone_army-01.htm The grizzled old Sergeant stood at attention in his greens... Poems John Belles 07 Jul 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0706.htm More than 1,200 U.S. troops re-enlist in Baghdad, 4 Jul 08, during a ceremony in the Al Faw Palace rotunda led by Multinational Force-Iraq Commander Army Gen. David Petraeus. (More informaiton with photo) Patriotic Photos 06 Jul 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/poems/tv/womanly_warriors-01.htm Raised as princesses with manners refined... Poems John Belles 04 Jul 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0704a.htm "I send greetings to all Americans on Independence Day . . . More than two centuries ago, bold and courageous visionaries pledged their lives, their fortunes, and their sacred honor in signing the Declaration of Independence. Guided by ancient and eternal truths, our forefathers proclaimed..." Patriotic Photos 04 Jul 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0704b.htm Photos and related information of President George W. Bush visiting with troops at Walter Reed National Medical Center. Heroes 04 Jul 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/poems/tv/sands-01.htm Soldiers take up their arms ... And lay down their lives... Poems Crystal Snyder 03 Jul 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0703.htm As part of a class project, students at Greenwich Catholic School in Connecticut sent messages of encouragement to deployed troops. (More informaiton with photo) Patriotic Photos 03 Jul 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/charities/communityl01.htm A non-profit, non-partisan educational foundation . . . Click on link for more information about this and other noble organizations. Charity / Nonprofit 27 Jun 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0621.htm Over 300 children attending TAPS Good Grief Camp launch message balloons. (More informaiton with photo) Patriotic Photos 27 Jun 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/poems/tv/a_volunteer-01.htm Now many have come ... And many have died... Poems Joshua Reyer 26 Jun 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/fv/angel_side.htm Song with video dedicated to those who stand in defense of the freedoms we cherish and the families they leave behind. Songs and Videos 25 Jun 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/photos/2008/0623.htm For actions during a raid in Karbala, Iraq where he courageously saved multiple American lives by disregarding his personal safety... Heroes 23 Jun 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/performance/dlowery-01.htm Las Vegas singer Daniel Lowery has written and performs a new anthem a for the American troops. Full of patriotism, pride, and passion, this emotional and touching tribute salutes..." (video associated with song) Songs and Videos 18 Jun 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/gap/pitcher_m.htm Mary Ludwig Hays' noble selfless actions in the Battle of Monmouth during American Revolution earned her the endearing name of Molly Pitcher by the American troops she was aiding... Honored Americans 18 Jun 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/articles/lp/no_needs-01.htm I vividly remember the terrible, negative impact here in the USA that was caused by the OPEC oil embargo during the late-1970's . . . and for 30 years have been amazed at the various political roadblocks preventing... Articles David G. Bancroft 13 Jun 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/stories/bugler-01.htm On April 7th, as I sat in the dining area of the motels restaurant, I heard the faint crying of a lone bugle from somewhere in the darkness beyond the reach of the motels lights . . . a song of mourning . . . of despair . . . the sound of a heart crying... Stories Robert VanDerslice 12 Jun 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/poems/tv/soldier-03.htm I am a brave soldier, serving with pride ... Backing my country when two wills collide... Poems Helen George 05 Jun 08 http://www.usa-patriotism.com/heroes/fallen/ross_mcginnis.htm Trubute with photos for Ross A. McGinnis who was awarded the Medal of Honor posthumously on June 2, 2008 for heroic actions on December 4, 2006 while serving in Iraq. Heroes 03 Jun 08