Bryana Allen Bryana Allen

10 Myths About the Vietnam War

At Woodstock, in 1969, Country Joe and the Fish performed their “I Feel Like I’m Fixin’ to Die Rag.” It reflected the views of many young Americans at the time and shaped Vietnam War perceptions for generations to come. But those views are the result of many false assumptions made about the Vietnam War. We’re here to set the record straight. Here are 10 myths about the Vietnam War and he facts that bust them.

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Bryana Allen Bryana Allen

Stories from the Battle of the Bulge

This is a collection of three stories of servicemen who fought in the Battle of the Bulge. One was wounded in action, one helped defeat the Germans at Bastogne, and one was a prisoner of war.

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Mike Erwin Mike Erwin

Moving Forward: Thankful for YOU

As Thanksgiving approaches, I’m reflecting on Team RWB’s incredible journey from our humble beginnings to now. I’m filled with immense gratitude for the entire “Eagle ecosystem,” our fired-up members, individual donors, partners, and volunteers who helped make our organization what it is today. Together, we are Eagle Nation.

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Margaret Britten Margaret Britten

Veterans’ Day isn’t a one-day deal

In the lead up to Veterans’ Day on November 11, 2023, Team RWB’s partners joined us in an extra effort to say “thank you” to those who served.

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Mike Erwin Mike Erwin

Moving Forward: The State of the Veteran Sector

The veteran sector has changed a lot in the last 13 years. Mike Erwin shares 3 key factors that he believes can be credited to the boom of veteran and military service organizations (VSO/MSOs) in the 2010’s and sheds light on how he plans to address the veteran sector’s current challenges.

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Bryana Allen Bryana Allen

Battle of the Bulge: A Timeline of Key Events

The Battle of the Bulge was Hitler’s response to the Allied success following the D-Day invasion. Codenamed Wacht am Rhein (“Watch on the Rhine”), the goal was to divide and conquer the Allied forces who controlled the Ardennes region of Belgium and France in an effort to regain control of Antwerp and the Meuse River. The Germans and Allies fought fearlessly, and the battle lasted for 5 weeks, ending 25 JAN 1945. The results ultimately tipped the scales in the Allies’ favor. Here’s a list of 9 crucial moments from the Battle of the Bulge.

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Bryana Allen Bryana Allen

The Mogadishu Mile: A Story of Courage and Resilience

The Mogadishu Mile is part of the Battle of Mogadishu, also known as the Black Hawk Down incident, which took place 3-4 OCT 1993. It’s an incredible story of courage and resilience. Here’s a look at this incredible event and the service members involved.

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Bryana Allen Bryana Allen

10 Things “Black Hawk Down” Got Wrong About the Battle of Mogadishu

The movie “Black Hawk Down” is about the Battle of Mogadishu that occurred 3-4 October 1993. It was the biggest, bloodiest, single firefight for U.S. troops since Vietnam. But, like most films, there are several things the movie leaves out or doesn’t tell you about this significant battle. Here are 10 of them.

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Mike Erwin Mike Erwin

Moving Forward: We All Play a Crucial Role

Earlier this month, the U.S. military marked the 50th anniversary of our all-volunteer force. The occasion sparked passionate discussions on social media and in the news alike because our nation is facing a dangerous recruitment crisis. But what does that have to do with Team RWB? A lot, actually.

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Guest User Guest User

Uniting Forces for Veteran Health and Wellness: Team RWB and Team Neuro

At the heart of a powerful collaboration is mutual respect and aligned vision, which is certainly the case with Team Red, White & Blue (Team RWB) and Neuro. To date, Neuro and their customers have raised over $53,000 to support America's veterans through Team RWB’s programs. The collaboration between the organizations serves as a platform to help America’s veterans prioritize their well-being and build a healthier lifestyle.

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Remembering the Impact of 9/11

On September 11, 2001, the world stood still as four coordinated terrorist attacks were executed on U.S. soil. These events changed our country forever and deeply affected our military and veteran community, launching the longest war our nation has ever faced and defining the service of many of our members.

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The Purple Heart Workout and the Eagles Behind It

On Purple Heart Day, 07 August, Team RWB will honor the more than 1.8 million brave service members who have received the Purple Heart, like these members of Eagle Nation, as part of our August Monthly Mission - the Purple Heart Workout.

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