A Season for Reflection and Gratitude

A Season for Reflection and Gratitude

Wishing you peace this holiday season, time with loved ones, and a few good books to keep you company. 📚✨ I’m grateful for our troops, our veterans, and all those who serve with quiet dedication throughout the year. 🇺🇸 May the New Year bring rest and renewal....
A Reflection for Veterans Day

A Reflection for Veterans Day

As a former naval officer, Veterans Day always brings a deep sense of reflection for me. I think about the sailors I served alongside, the veterans who came before us, and those who continue to stand watch today. Each carries a story of courage and commitment—often...
A Declaration Time Capsule

A Declaration Time Capsule

Reflections on Independence, Youthful Fire, and the Spark That Endures By Dale A. Jenkins Each year, the 4th of July invites us to remember our nation’s beginnings. We celebrate with fireworks, flags, and fanfare—but beneath the spectacle lies something deeper: a...
The Unsung Heroes of the Battle of Midway

The Unsung Heroes of the Battle of Midway

By May 27, 1942, a week prior to the Battle of Midway, the code breakers at Pearl Harbor were able to advise Pacific Fleet commander Admiral Chester Nimitz that the Japanese Striking Force, which included at least four aircraft carriers, would approach Midway Island...