The U.S. Space Force (USSF) will celebrate its 4th birthday on December 20. The USSF protects and defends American interests and ensures our forces, our allies, and the world have access to the satellite systems deployed into space. USSF personnel are stationed throughout the world, working 24/7 to defend the critical space systems our nation and the world rely upon.

Today, the National Guard celebrates its 387^th Birthday. The National Guard answers the call of both the State and the Nation, including deploying overseas and responding to natural disasters in the assistance of friends and neighbors. 

National Wreaths Across America Day will be held on Saturday, December 16. Join the more than two million volunteers and supporters who will gather to Remember, Honor and Teach at more than 4,000 participating locations in all 50 states, at sea and abroad.

Pearl Harbor is a symbol of American survival and hope, as well as a message for our country to be prepared at all times.

On Friday, November 10, the United States Marine Corps celebrates nearly 250 years of service.  Every year, a Birthday Ball is hosted in Washington D.C., which ends in a cake cutting. This year, the 248th Marine Corps Birthday Ball will take place on Veterans Day.