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The History of U.S. Government Shutdowns and What Military Members Can Do When Pay Stops When the U.S. government fails to pass a funding bill on time, it triggers what’s commonly known as a government shutdown. While political headlines often...
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The Beard and the Badge: A Whiskered Journey Through U.S. Military History Beards in the military are more than facial hair — they’re a story of tradition, regulation, identity, and adaptation. From the rugged whiskers of Civil War generals to...
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Challenge Coins in Corporate America: How Businesses Are Adopting a Military Tradition Challenge coins are deeply rooted in military culture, symbolizing service, unity, and achievement. But in recent years, this tradition has spread far beyond its original purpose. Today, corporations,...
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Collector Market: Understanding Valuation, Rarity & Grading of Challenge Coins Challenge coins have come a long way from their origins in the military. Once handed out quietly within units as a symbol of camaraderie and achievement, they are now a...
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U.S. Constitution Day: Honoring the Foundation of American Freedom Every September 17th, the United States pauses to honor one of the most important milestones in its history: the signing of the U.S. Constitution in 1787. Known as Constitution Day, this...
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