Battle of Osan
The Battle of Osan, fought on July 5, 1950, was the first engagement between U.S. and North Korean forces during the Korean War.
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Welcome to the Events Calendar!
We invite you to explore more ways to get involved and connect Arizona’s service members, veterans and their families. Listed here are upcoming training and events conducted by the Arizona Coalition for Military Families and our partners.
If you have any questions about our training and events, please email events@arizonacoalition.org.
Potsdam Conference
The Potsdam Conference, held from July 17 to August 2, 1945, in Potsdam, Germany, brought together world leaders to negotiate the end of World War II.
National Hire a Veteran Day
National Hire a Veteran Day is observed on July 25 to encourage employers to consider hiring and supporting veterans in the workforce. The day is an opportunity to recognize the valuable skills, experience, and dedication that veterans bring to the workplace.
Korean War Ends
The Korean Armistice Agreement, signed on July 27, 1953 officially ended the Korean War.
U.S. Coast Guard Birthday
This day recognizes the dedication and service of the Coast Guard’s brave men and women who have protected the country’s maritime interests for over two centuries.
Purple Heart Day
Purple Heart Day is observed on August 7 to commemorate the creation of the Purple Heart. The Purple Heart is a military decoration awarded to those who have been wounded or killed in action, and it is the oldest military award still given to U.S. service members.
Operation Starlite
Operation Starlite, conducted from August 18 to 24, 1965, was the first major offensive by U.S. Marines during the Vietnam War.
ACMF Birthday
We’re celebrating the founding of the Arizona Coalition for Military Families on August 19, 2009.
U.S. Withdraws from Afghanistan
The United States completed its troop withdrawal from Afghanistan on August 30, 2021, ending nearly two decades of military involvement.
Suicide Prevention Month
Suicide Prevention Month is observed during September to raise awareness of the issue of suicide and promote efforts to prevent it.
National Service Dog Month
National Service Dog Month is an opportunity to show appreciation for the valuable work that service dogs do and to support organizations that train and provide these dogs to those in need.
Patriot Day – September 11
September 11, often referred to as 9/11 or Patriots Day, is a day of remembrance that commemorates the attacks that took place on September 11, 2001, when terrorists hijacked four commercial airplanes and carried out coordinated attacks.
