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Who is George H. W. Bush
This President at the time, was the youngest Aviator in the U.S. Navy at the age of 19
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What is March
In what month do Airmen grow mustaches to honor Brig. General Robin Olds?
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What is the Army
This branch was tasked with mapping America, which included the Lewis and Clark expedition
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Who is Elvis Presley
This notable Rock and Roll Singer was drafted into the Army in 1958
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What is 31
How many United States Presidents served in the United States Armed Forces?
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What is Tattoos
Its tradition for Sailors to acquire ______ (swallows, compass, tridents, etc.) to signify their travels and trials
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What is 1967
The Coast Guard had the first Cutter "USCGC Eastwind" in what year
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Who is Chuck Norris
On March 28, 2007, this individual was granted the title of "Honorary (United States) Marine" by General James T. Conway
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Who is Dwight D. Eisenhower
This President served as Supreme Allied Commander in Europe
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What is an English Bulldog
The Marine Corps uses this breed of dog as their Mascot
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What is the Space Force
This branch's emblem pays homage to its original version, created in 1961 and official motto is "Always Above"
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Who is Jimmy Stewart
This celebrity won an Oscar for "Philadelphia Story" in 1940 before flying missions in World War II and Vietnam.
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Who is James Buchanan
This President is the only President to never become an Officer
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What is Grog Bowl
This "Punch Bowl" is known to be a variety of spirits and water mixed together and is often seen at Military Balls and "Dining In" events
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What is 1956
The Army was the last branch to adopt an official song on Veterans Day in what year
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Who is Colonel John Glenn
This man was the first American and Marine to orbit the Earth
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Who is George Washington
This Founding Father and President was posthumously appointed "General of the Armies of the United States" by President Gerald R. Ford in 1976
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What is 1947
Captain Chuck Yeager broke the Sound Barrier in what year
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Who is Pat Tillman
The center at Arizona State University geared towards supporting Veterans and Service Members is named after this Soldier.
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