Connecticut Veterans Bulletin: Celebrating the 387th National Guard Birthday!
Dear Veterans and Fellow Americans,
Today marks a momentous occasion in our nation’s history—the 387th birthday of the National Guard. As we celebrate this milestone, we pay homage to the unwavering commitment, dedication, and sacrifices made by the men and women who serve and have served in the National Guard.
The history of the National Guard is a tapestry woven with bravery, resilience, and selflessness. Its roots trace back to colonial times, when ordinary citizens banded together to protect their communities. Over centuries, the National Guard evolved into a cornerstone of our nation’s defense, embodying the spirit of service at home and abroad.
From the American Revolution to modern-day deployments, the National Guard has been a steadfast defender of our freedoms. Its members have responded to natural disasters, provided humanitarian aid, and stood ready to defend our nation’s interests wherever called upon. Their versatility, adaptability, and readiness have been the bedrock of their service.
Connecticut, steeped in its own history, stands proud as a bastion of National Guard service. Our state’s Guardsmen and Guardswomen have displayed valor and resilience in times of crisis, embodying the spirit of service before self. Their contributions to our communities, whether during times of calm or chaos, are immeasurable and deeply appreciated.
On this special day, let us extend our heartfelt gratitude to the National Guard members—past, present, and future—for their sacrifices, courage, and commitment. Your dedication to our nation’s safety and well-being does not go unnoticed. Your service is a beacon of hope, strength, and resilience.
As we celebrate the 387th National Guard birthday, let us honor the legacy of service and sacrifice that defines the National Guard. To all those who have proudly worn the uniform and to their families who support them, we express our deepest gratitude and unwavering support.
Happy birthday, National Guard from your friends at Connecticut Veterans Bulletin!
I am not a veteran. I am a member of the Civil Air Patrol, the United States Air Force Auxiliary. But in 1991, personal loss brought me to a place I never left.
Over two decades later, that loss led me to the State Veterans Cemetery in Middletown, Connecticut, where I took on the coordination of Wreaths Across America — which grew into the largest and fastest growing veterans program in the state. I didn’t do it for recognition. I did it for them.
In 2016 I founded the Connecticut Veterans Bulletin. Not because I served, but because I believe those who did deserve to be honored, connected, and kept alive.
Twenty-two veterans die by suicide every day. I knew about that number before it became a hashtag. I knew it personally, long before anyone was talking about it.
This publication exists because that number is unacceptable. Because every veteran in Connecticut deserves to know someone gives a damn.
That someone is me.
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