Happy 240th Birthday United States Army!

SFC Dr. Joseph Finck, BS, MA, DSS — Sun, 14 Jun 2015 14:07:58 -0400

Happy Birthday to the greatest fighting force in the world. Today is our 240th Birthday and the tradition that shaped us, the battle streamers which hardened us, and the humanitarian services provided which saved millions are but a few examples of why we are the greatest fighting force.

What always made the United States Army special to me, was people, Soldiers. From young Soldiers to the most experienced General or Sergeant Major, people are what made our Army. Since my service has retired, I have been lucky enough to meet people who possess the same Army values whether they served in our Army or not. The values of loyalty, duty, respect, selfless service, honor, integrity, and personal courage still lead my decision making process and I know, through exposure and experience with others, these values are still tantamount in your lives also.

Since 14 June 1775 our Army has grown, matured, and been the last line of defense to our Republic. From the Battle of Fort Ticonderoga, the War of 1812, the Civil War, D-Day, the Korean War, the Vietnam War, Grenada, Panama, The Gulf War, The Iraq War, and to the Afghanistan war along with all in between and facing us in the future, our history has been shaped by our values, the blood shed and lives lost to maintain the freedom of our Republic.

Thank you all for your service to the United States of America and the United States Army. Further, thank you for allowing me to know the values I have embraced for 23 years are still being embraced and respected.

Response by LTC Stephen C. made Jun 14 at 2015 3:03 PM

LTC Stephen C. — Sun, 14 Jun 2015 15:03:10 -0400

SFC Dr. Joseph Finck, BS, MA, DSS, I celebrated the birthday of the Army and Flag Day with my good friend, COL(ret) Charles Keith, USA! Here we are with our celebratory toast (morning coffee only)!

Response by SFC Russell Campbell made Jun 15 at 2015 6:03 AM

SFC Russell Campbell — Mon, 15 Jun 2015 06:03:24 -0400

Amen to all the above. In house whether retired or active, we grumble amongst each other inside the "fortress", but that said, we are still all brothers and sisters under the flag and have all either been on the line of fire, next to it or in line to go. Whether you did one hitch, a career, were in the Guard, Active or Reserve component, you must always know that you became all you can be "CITIZENS" of the republic the moment you took the oath and no matter what other non-serving hacks and sheeple say, you will never be a civilian again. God Bless You All, You Real Americans, past and present! All Accounted For Sir!

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made May 5 at 2016 5:25 AM

LTC Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 05 May 2016 05:25:35 -0400

The New England Army Alumni Association hosts several events throughout the year, the cornerstone of which is the United States Army Birthday Lunch each June. We were pleased to welcome Major General Thomas Seamands at our 2014 Army Birthday Lunch and, at a separate event, Sergeant Major of the Army Raymond Chandler. Opportunities to showcase related events are available to all members of the New England Army Alumni Association.

2016
4thAnnual
Army Birthday Celebration

June 10th, 2016 @ 1145-1330hrs
Location:
Sheraton Commander
16 Garden Street, Cambridge, MA 02138
Cost: $35
Dress: Military Army Service Uniform
Retirees: Military Army Service Uniform or Business Attire
Civilian Business Partners: Business Attire
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Response by LTC Stephen F. made Jun 14 at 2016 11:16 AM

LTC Stephen F. — Tue, 14 Jun 2016 11:16:35 -0400

I concur with you SFC Dr. Joseph Finck, BS, MA, DSS
I served in the US Army from November 11, 1974 to May 28, 2008. While I certainly did not enjoy every minute of my enlisted and commissioned officer time, I am thankful that I was able to wear the uniforms of the US Army and serve my nation in peace and war and all point sin between.