Posts Tagged ‘world war ii’
D-Day Remembered 80 Years and 2 Days Later at Fort Miles
This past week the world paused to recognize the 80th anniversary of D-Day. And what a more appropriate place to hold such a ceremony in Delaware than at the Fort Miles Museum Overlook, on the other edge of the Atlantic, in the Cape Henlopen State Park? 鈥淚鈥檇 like them to remember the sacrifices that everyday…
Read MoreDrive-By Birthday Salute Honors World War II Veteran
If you want to be a part of something special today, be in Long Neck this afternoon (Monday). World War II veteran Tom Creekmore is turning 97. A drive-by, honking celebration is planned, and guests are invited to meet at a staging area on Long Neck Road at 2:30 p.m. in an open field across…
Read MoreGovernor Hogan honors veterans at World War II Memorial
Today, on the 100th anniversary of the first recognized Armistice Day, Governor Larry Hogan delivered remarks honoring and celebrating Maryland鈥檚 veterans at the Maryland World War II Memorial in Annapolis. Governor Hogan was joined by representatives from the Maryland Department of Veterans Affairs and the American Legion. 鈥淥ur veterans serve as a reminder鈥攏ot just today,…
Read MoreFormer Maryland Governor Harry Hughes Has Died
Harry Hughes, a Democrat who held the Maryland Governorship from 1979 to 1987 has died. Current Governor Larry Hogan released a statement today saying “The First Lady and I are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Governor Harry Hughes, a longtime friend and Maryland legend whom I deeply admired. His dedication to our…
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